Explore College of Forestry International Programs
Interested in opportunities abroad? Check out this 2-minute video about opportunities to get out there and explore the world with the College of Forestry! International programs are a great way to fulfill degree requirements while gaining a global perspective on your field, and funding support is available. Visit the International Programs webpage and contact them to start exploring!
Faculty Led Programs
FROM THE ANDES TO THE SEA: STUDY AND INTERN IN PATAGONIA, CHILE
Aysén and Los Lagos Regions, Northern Patagonia – Winter term 2025
Applications open summer 2024
SALMON COAST: FOREST & RESOURCE MNGMT FOR SUSTAINABILITY IN CANADA
Vancouver Island, British Columbia – Spring Break 2025
Applications open fall 2024
TRADITION & INNOVATION IN WOOD CONSTRUCT: A JOURNEY IN THE ITALIAN ALPS
Italy, Italian Alps – Summer 2025
Applications open fall 2024
OIL PALMS AND ORANGUTANS: FOREST CONSERVATION IN MALAYSIAN BORNEO
Sabah, Malaysia – Mid Summer 2025
Applications open fall 2024
LAND OF THE LONG WHITE CLOUD: ECOSYSTEMS OF NEW ZEALAND
North and South Island, New Zealand – Late Summer 2025
Applications open winter 2025
Dive into the wonder of the Land of the Long White Cloud: Ecosystems of New Zealand through this faculty-led program exploring the complex ecological, social, and management dimensions of ecology, conservation, and protected area management. This intensive investigation of conservation will occur in a range of settings, from the volcanic landscapes of the North Island to the urban center of Christchurch to the Southern Alps in the South Island. This immersive experience blends fieldwork, cultural learning, and ecology into an incredible program throughout one of the most beautiful islands in the world! The program will run from September 10-22, 2025.
Applications are now open, and will close April 1, 2025. Learn more and apply here.
Gross National Happiness: Experiencing the Life and Culture of Bhutan
This Faculty lead program will give you deep insight into how Tibetan Buddhism is put into practice in Bhutanese culture, architecture, food, music, agriculture, forestry and water resource management. You will also learn key principles of Bhutan’s Gross National Happiness concept and study how it is measured and promoted. We hope this immersive experience will inspire reflection on our own values and how we put them into practice in our lives. This program runs for two-weeks in the early fall, Sept. 8-19.
Join us for an info session Monday, March 17, 2025 12pm to 1pm here.
Apply for this opportunity by April 1st.
Intersections of Biodiversity and Buddhist Culture in Nepal
PROGRAMS COMING SOON
Chile (Spring Break!)
Maine (Spring Break!)
Study Abroad / International Exchange
UNIVERSITY OF CANTERBURY
Christchurch, New Zealand
ÉCOLE SUPÉRIEURE DU BOIS
Nantes, France
FACHHOCHSCHULE SALZBURG
Kuchl, Austria
Internships & Research
Malaysia, Sabah Forestry Department
Malaysia, Forever Sabah
Malaysia, Sun Bear Conservation Center & Kinabatangan River Habitat Restoration Project
Brazil, The Biodiversity Research Institute
Colombia, Cauca River Forest Research and Conservation Center
New Zealand, Scion
Chile, Forestry Institute of Chile
Spain, Castilla La Mancha University
France, ESB School of Engineering in Science &Technology of Wood & Bio-based Materials
Uganda, The Kibale Association for Rural and Environmental Development
Ireland, Carlingford Adventure Center
Global Buddies Program
Oregon State University’s Office of International Services is committed to enriching students’ experiences by offering various levels of support services to students during their educational journey. Upon arriving at OSU in Oregon, international students may experience many cultural and social adjustment challenges that can impact their success. Making friends, getting used to the food, social structure, academic system, and way of life can be difficult in a new place. The Global Buddies Program (GBP) connects new and current OSU students for peer support . The Global Buddies Program provides an opportunity for new students to engage with peers who are more experienced with life at OSU and can assist them navigate the new environment. Join us – we look forward to assisting you transition to OSU! Sign up here!
Financial Support is Available
There are a number of scholarships and resources available to students interested in a study abroad experience.
All CoF majors are eligible to apply for the Dean’s Fund for International Engagement.
