Russell Sage College is affiliated with the American Institute of Foreign Study, which has programs in 21 countries and an internship program in the United Kingdom. Some of these programs also offer summer study or service learning opportunities. Russell Sage College is also a consortium partner with The New American Colleges & Universities.

Russell Sage College welcomes international students from around the globe and around the corner. Our small, vibrant campuses offer international students a comfortable environment to succeed academically and personally. If you are an international student interested in Russell Sage College, we would love to hear from you. We’ll answer any questions you may have about the college, our campuses in Troy and Albany, New York, and how we can help you feel at home when you are so far from yours. Visit the International Admission page for more information.

Russell Sage College students may also choose to study for a semester at another college within the United States. To see a list of approved universities and colleges, visit the NAC&U website.

Students who intend to study abroad or away for a semester must meet the following academic criteria to be considered for participation.

Preparing for study abroad includes meeting with a representative of the Office of Financial Aid to determine eligibility. Specific details regarding how financial aid will impact study abroad travel is made on an individual basis. In addition, there are scholarships to assist in covering the costs to study abroad. Note: These scholarships are not available for short-term, faculty-led programs.