Top rankings affirm UGA as a leader for international education

With more than 50 study abroad programs across five continents and 57 countries, the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is no stranger to the power of the international student experience. With the University of Georgia ranked No. 1 in the nation for short-term study abroad participation and No. 5 overall, the reach of that power for all UGA students is assured – and growing:

A total of 3,322 UGA degree-seeking students studied abroad for academic credit during the 2023-24 academic year. Of these, 3,038 students participated in short-term study abroad programs, defined as programs lasting up to eight weeks. This is the highest participation of any university in the nation.

This marks UGA’s highest combined ranking for study abroad programs in the university’s history and the third consecutive year UGA has ranked in the top 10 for study abroad participation, solidifying the university’s position as a national leader in study abroad.

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UGA students studied in 68 countries during the 2023-24 academic year. The most popular destinations were the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, France and Australia.

The university offered 115 faculty-led study abroad programs during that time and has expanded to 154 programs for 2025-26. This 34% increase reflects growing student demand and institutional commitment to international education.