COA Study Abroad Program

College of The Albemarle (COA) students may gain global experience by participating in any of the college’s study abroad trips. Dual enrolled students are eligible if they will be 16 years old by the time of the trip. Partial student scholarships may be available for some trips. While students have the first right to participate, any available spots are open to faculty, staff and community members.

For comprehensive program information including requirements, expectations and forms, review the COA Study Abroad Program Participant Handbook.

Upcoming COA Study Abroad Trips

Spring Break 2025: Canada

Spring Break 2026: London, England and Paris, France

The COA Study Abroad Spring 2025 destination is Canada and the Spring 2026 destinations are London, England and Paris, France. There will be an interest meeting (In-person and Zoom) on Monday, April 15th at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be at COA – Elizabeth City, Room A236 and COA – Edenton-Chowan, Room 201. This meeting will be discussing both trips so don’t miss out!

Zoom information:

https://zoom.us/j/93804835238

This meeting is open to COA students, employees and the general public!

North Carolina Scholar of Global Distinction Program

College of The Albemarle (COA) is proud to be a member institution of the North Carolina Scholar of Global Distinction Program (NCSGDP). A broad knowledge of other countries and cultures is important for citizens in today’s global community. In addition, employers increasingly seek globally competent/aware employees. COA values cultural diversity and supports “an emphasis on teaching about global issues and world regions to prepare students to work in a global economy and live in an interconnected world.”

Past Trips

Previous COA Study Abroad trips have included cultural exploration, recreational activities, and/or service learning volunteer opportunities in these locations:

• Winter 2017 – 2018: Nicaragua
• Summer 2018: Germany, Italy, Austria, Switzerland and France
• Spring Break 2019: Costa Rica
• Spring Break 2020: Puerto Rico (cancelled due to the pandemic)
• Spring Break 2021: Thailand (cancelled due to the pandemic)
• Spring Break 2022: France, Monaco and Spain
• Spring Break 2023: Belize
• Spring Break 2024: Costa Rica (cancelled)

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Financial Aid

COA’s Study Abroad program uses a short-term, non-credit model and, therefore, is not eligible for federal student financial aid. Local support funds may exist for student participants.

Contact

For more information, visit COA’s Study Abroad Facebook™ page, or contact a program coordinator: