College of Education Study Abroad Programs

Programs

The College offers international experiences in Chile, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ghana, and Spain. The programs provide teaching experience in schools, practicum in diverse communities, and language and culture classes, among others. Students also have opportunities to carry out various research projects.

If you have any questions about our Study Abroad programs, please email Dr. Comfort Pratt for more information:

Practicum for Educators in Antofagasta and Coquimbo, Chile

Chile is well known for its variety of landscapes. Students will be immersed in the life of three different cities - Antofagasta, San Pedro de Atacama, and Coquimbo. They will attend classes with their Chilean peers at Universidad Católica del Norte and work in local schools, while experiencing the Chilean education system and culture. They will live with host families and have several field trips to communities in need and important cultural sites.

• Application form coming soon - email for more information

Study Abroad for TechTeach Across Texas in San José, Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a small Central American country, home to vast biodiversity and a rich blend of immigrant cultures. This program is based in the capital, San José, and offers cultural immersion, hands on field experience in a bilingual school, experiential learning opportunities, and Spanish classes. Classes will be held at LEAD University, and students will participate in field trips to some of the country's must-see areas, such as DOKA Coffee Plantation, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Irazú Volcano, and Manuel Antonio National Park.

• Apply to Study Abroad in Costa Rica

Education in Dominican Republic

Study Abroad on Legacies of Slavery in Ghana

The West African country of Ghana is at the center of modern African history as the first sub-Saharan country to become independent. But it was also part of the Atlantic Slave Trade, and the home of the Asante Kingdom. Students will visit the Cape Coast and Elmina forts which served as points of departure for many slave boats.

• Application form coming soon - email for more information

Study Abroad for Educators in Salamanca, Spain

Salamanca is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe with very intricate architecture and a rich history. Classes will be held at the Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca, which is one of the oldest universities in Spain and one of the most beautiful and most prestigious universities in Europe. Students will live with Spanish host families. Excursions are included to sites such as Ávila, Madrid, Toledo, Segovia in Spain and Lisbon, Portugal.

• Apply to Study Abroad in Salamanca, Spain

Contact Us

For more information, contact Dr. Comfort Pratt at c.pratt@ttu.edu or (806) 834-5710.

Dr. Comfort Pratt