Serve with the Center for Global Connections
SBU’s Center for Global Connections (CGC) coordinates as many as 30 short-term domestic
and international service projects annually. Experience diverse cultures, serve others
and share the Good News of the Gospel. These projects will expose you to short-term
ministry in a cross-cultural context, develop grace-oriented leadership, and provide
a healthy, safe, and loving community experience.
Learn More About the CGC
Study Abroad
Studying abroad is a fantastic way to enrich your college experience. Recent SBU
students have studied in locations around the world, including Australia, Costa Rica,
Italy, and more. The SBU Global staff can help you determine the options that will
work best for your personal interests and academic goals.
Learn More About Study Abroad
Fulbright Scholars
The Fulbright Program is a prestigious international exchange opportunity that provides
grants to recent college graduates, graduate students, and faculty to study, teach,
and do research in a foreign country. SBU's Fulbright campus representative can help
you with the application process.
Learn More About the Fulbright Program
International and Global Majors
Majors with an intentional focus on international and cross-cultural study will prepare you to serve in a variety of careers anywhere in the world.
Cross-cultural Ministry
This degree will equip you with training in discipleship, evangelism and ministry,
with a focus on serving people and communities from other backgrounds.
Learn About the Cross-Cultural Ministry Degree
Global Education — Elementary
Experience coursework in education, intercultural studies, and Christian ministry
and complete your student teaching semester at a school outside the U.S.
Learn More About the Global Education — Elementary Degree
Global Education — Middle School
Complete your student teaching semester abroad while still obtaining Missouri teaching
certification in grades 5-9 in your chosen content area.
Learn More About the Global Education — Middle School Degree
Intercultural Studies
Receive both academic training and practical experience needed for long-term service
in a cross-cultural setting, including a six-month semester abroad.
Learn More About the Intercultural Studies Degree
International Business
Learn foundational business skills while focusing on servant leadership on a global
scale, preparing you for a variety of business career opportunities.
Learn More About the International Business Degree
"There are many international students on campus. If we ever have any problem, we
can just go to our professors and they are always ready to help us."
Gabriella Capasso
Current student from Italy
Other Resources
International Students
Are you a student living outside the U.S. seeking admission to SBU? We gladly welcome
international students and third-culture kids to our campus community!
Learn More About International Student Admissions
Helpful Videos
The SBU Global playlist on YouTube provides helpful video content to give you an
idea of what life is like as an SBU student and help answer questions you may have.
View the SBU Global Playlist
Location Information
Use our interactive map to virtually visit SBU and explore our campuses and buildings.
Check out the "Life in Bolivar" page to learn more about our community.
Interactive Map