Semester Programs
Exciting News for Fall 2026! We're working hard to improve our semester program offerings and will launch a new partnership in the spring for impelmentation in Fall 2026 and beyond. Please monitor this page closely for updates.
For Spring 2026, students are eligible to apply for away program offerings provided throughour direct partner institutions listed below. Remember that students can also participate in CLU faculty-led programs to additional country destinations!
Instructions
- Review our approved semester programs below. Cal Lutheran only allows participation in these approved options.
- Complete the two-step application process.
- Apply to OEA
- Apply to the host program directly through its website or following OEA's instructions. You must receive approval from OEA before you can complete your host application.
Deadlines
- March 15th: All fall programs (except the Oxford Program)
- September 15th: All spring semester programs
- November 1st: Oxford Program (one year in advance)
Costs and Aid
All Cal Lutheran semester programs charge standard tuition and fees, a housing fee, a meal plan (if meals are provided), and a Study Abroad Student Fee. Students retain their full financial aid package, including state and federal aid, grants, loans, and Cal Lutheran-specific scholarships, with the sole exception of work-study.
For more details, please review program fees on our Finances page.
Selectivity
Please note that all programs have limited capacity. Cal Lutheran can only approve and nominate a limited number of students for programs. Please review our selection criteria on our Application & Commitment page.
Austria
FH Joanneum Global Business Program |
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This program offers extended deadlines, so please contact oea@CalLutheran.edu to apply. |
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| Location | Graz, Austria | |
| Host Institution | FH Joanneum | |
| Type | Study | |
| Sample Course Options | Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Economics, German, Global Studies, Marketing Communication | |
| Housing | Independent apartment (FH Joanneum staff provide guidance) | |
| Prerequisites | Previous coursework in the School of Management | |
| Capacity | Less competitive | |
France
IAU Aix-en-Provence |
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| Location | Aix-en-Provence, France | |
| Host Institution | Institute for American Universities (IAU) | |
| Type | Study, internship | |
| Sample Course Options | Art, Business Administration, Communication, Economics, English, Environmental Studies, Film and Television, French, Global Studies, History, Liberal Studies in Education, Marketing Communication, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Religion, Sociology, Theology and Christian Leadership | |
| Housing | Apartment, homestay, or semi-independent housing | |
| Prerequisites | None | |
| Capacity | Competitive | |
Japan
Kansai Gaidai University |
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| Location | Hirakata City, Osaka, Japan | |
| Host Institution | Kansai Gaidai University | |
| Type | Study | |
| Sample Course Options | Accounting, Art, Business Administration, Communication, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Economics, English, Ethnic and Race Studies, Film and Television, Global Studies, History, Japanese, Marketing Communication, Multimedia, Music, Political Science, Psychology, Public Health, Religion, Sociology | |
| Housing | Homestay or residence hall (please note that the homestay option is not guaranteed) | |
| Prerequisites | Minimum 3.0 GPA | |
| Capacity | Less competitive | |
England, United Kingdom
CLU-Oxford-London Program (Fall only) |
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| Location | Oxford and London, England, United Kingdom | |
| Host Institutions | CIEE; University of Oxford | |
| Type | Study, internship | |
| Sample Course Options | Comprehensive; good for all majors | |
| Housing | Apartment | |
| Prerequisites | None | |
| Capacity | Very competitive | |
| Special Note | Fall semester only - Application due on November 1st of the year prior | |
Scotland, United Kingdom
University of Aberdeen |
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| Location | Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom | ||
| Host Institution | University of Aberdeen | ||
| Type | Study | ||
| Sample Course Options | Comprehensive; good for all majors | ||
| Housing | Apartment | ||
| Prerequisites | None | ||
| Capacity | Less competitive | ||
United States
Lutheran College Washington Semester (LCWS) |
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OEA Application and Website |
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| Location | Washington, D.C., United States | ||
| Host Institution | Lutheran College Washington Semester (LCWS) | ||
| Type | Study, internship | ||
| Sample Course Options | Comprehensive; good for all majors | ||
| Housing | Apartment | ||
| Prerequisites | None | ||
| Capacity | Less competitive | ||
| Ask about applying a year in advance! Some internship placements require extensive background checks and may need you to apply early. | |||
