Study Abroad
See how far your education can go through the study abroad programs at OBU. From international study to missions work, our office can help get your dreams off the ground.
Why Study Abroad at OBU?
Whether you dream of spending a semester overseas, participating in a faculty-led academic trip, completing an international internship, or teaching abroad, OBU offers meaningful global opportunities designed to help you thrive.
Your world is bigger than you imagine, and your OBU journey can take you there.
Choosing to study abroad at OBU means choosing:
- Academic excellence in global settings.
- Cultural immersion that broadens perspective.
- Faith-deepening experiences around the world.
- Career-building international exposure.
- Personal growth through adaptability and discovery.
Employers consistently value graduates with international experience. Studying abroad enhances career readiness, strengthens flexibility and gives you a global outlook that sets you apart.
At OBU, we encourage you to consider study abroad as your pathway to an unforgettable adventure that shapes your future.
Semester, Year and Summer Study Abroad Programs
OBU partners with trusted global organizations to offer full-semester, full-year and summer study abroad programs. These experienced partners provide diverse, academically rich and culturally immersive experiences around the world.
Meet Student Mary Dyer
“Studying on the other side of the world allowed me to experience culture, education, and life in a vastly different society than what I was familiar with. I had many opportunities to meet people, learn, and grow in my personal faith through this experience.”
Nursing `26, South KoreaFaculty-Led Academic Trips
OBU’s faculty are committed to providing exceptional learning experiences beyond the classroom. Faculty-led study abroad trips connect directly to your field of study, allowing you to apply classroom theory in real-world global contexts.
Benefits of Faculty-Led Travel
- Earn 0–3 academic credits.
- Travel with your professor and classmates.
- Participate in hands-on, experiential learning.
- See your coursework come to life.
Sample Academic Travel Destinations
- Israel — through the Hobbs School of Theology and Ministry
- Costa Rica and Hawaii — rainforest exploration through OBU’s Science Division
- Montana — dinosaur fossil excavation with the Biology program
These small-group experiences offer personalized mentorship and immersive learning opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.
Honors Program International Study
Students in OBU’s Honors Program can participate in a month-long, low-cost summer study abroad experience led by OBU faculty.
Past destinations have included:
- England
- Scotland
- Ireland
- Wales
- France
Upcoming opportunities may include:
- China
- Peru
- Ecuador
- The Galápagos Islands
- Greece
- Italy
Meet Dr. Benjamin Myers
“Honors students have the opportunity to spend a month or more living and learning in places rich in history and culture. This experience broadens the student’s understanding of the world while bringing the Great Books to life.”
Honors Program Director, Professor of Literature and EnglishInternational Internships and Marketplace Ministry
Through Global Marketplace Engagement in the Hobbs School of Theology and Ministry, students complete a required summer or semester-long international internship designed for purposeful ministry within global marketplace settings.
Internship locations have included:
- Japan
- Ecuador
- Kenya
- Poland
- North Africa
- Czech Republic
These hands-on experiences prepare you to integrate faith and vocation in diverse cultural environments around the world.
Start Your Study Abroad Journey
Your international adventure begins with a conversation. As you explore the many study abroad opportunities at Oklahoma Baptist University, we invite you to connect with the Office of Study Abroad. Contact Melissa Stroud to schedule an individual advising appointment and begin planning a meaningful, life-changing global experience.
International Student Teaching and Education Study Abroad
Education majors at OBU can complete student teaching placements internationally through the McCabe Family School of Education.
International Student Teaching
Students apply one year prior to their student teaching semester. This opportunity provides:
- Meaningful classroom experience.
- Exposure to global education systems.
- Cultural immersion in diverse communities.
Study Abroad Through the Integrated Master’s Program
Beginning Summer 2027, students in the Integrated Master’s Program may apply to complete coursework at Liverpool Hope University in the United Kingdom.
Participants in the program will:
- Observe UK schools.
- Earn three hours of graduate credit.
- Gain valuable international teaching perspective.
These global education opportunities expand professional preparation while deepening cultural awareness.