Study Abroad

Are you interested in studying abroad while completing your degree or transfer requirements? Complete a study abroad program with COC and earn credit towards your local U.S. degree transferable to CSU and UC systems while exploring the world.

College of the Canyons offers students the opportunity to broaden their exposure to other people and cultures. Students who participate in these college courses will experience cultures, places, and ideas first-hand while acquiring knowledge and skills for living in an interdependent and culturally diverse world. Students not only learn about other cultures, but also reflect about their own creating a lasting impact on their world view. Students gain numerous skills from a study abroad experience such as cultural sensitivity, adaptability, intercultural communication, problem-solving to mention a few. Students are encouraged to engage in a study abroad experience as it will enhance their education and will add a unique competitive advantage professionally.

Summer 2026 | Rome, Italy 

June 30 – July 27, 2026

Learn where masterpieces were created and great ideas were born!

Live and study in Rome for 4 weeks while earning transferable credit in Art 100 and Philosophy 101. Explore ancient ruins, Renaissance masterpieces, museums, and piazzas as your classroom.
Open to all students. No Italian required. Earn 6 units in Art and Philosophy (UC:CSU) 

More information & Application

Contact Professors:
Michael McCaffrey
Andrew Jones-Cathcart