Overview
The Center for International Programs is the vehicle through which an important part of the mission of the college, taking education to those who would otherwise have no access to it, is realized beyond our borders. Working with partners in various parts of the world, the center offers programs at the following locations:
- Tirana, Albania
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
- Athens, Greece
- Thessaloniki, Greece
- Beirut, Lebanon
- Panama City, Panama
The center primarily serves undergraduate students. Degrees earned abroad are identical to those earned in the United States. Students engage in classroom-based instruction in Athens, Thessaloniki, Tirana and Prague. Onsite Empire State College offices serve students studying in these cities. The Lebanon Residency Program and the Dominican Republic Program combine short-term residencies with online learning.
In accordance with Empire State College's core philosophy, faculty mentors work closely with students to develop degree plans, choose courses and complete learning contracts. The Center for International Programs makes use of faculty drawn from across the college, as well as from other institutions, whenever necessary. Local faculty provide academic support at sites where there is a need. Experienced professors provide personalized academic support and degree planning services to all students.
Transfer Policy
Credits earned at foreign universities other than partner colleges can be counted toward the completion of your degree. Transcripts must be evaluated by the World Education Service . It is possible for students to transfer up to 40 credits for an associate degree and/or up to 96 credits for a bachelor's degree.
Instruction is in English
Students must read, speak and write in English at the college level to be admitted to the program. Where necessary, students may be required to undergo English proficiency testing.
Contacts and Related Resources
Gavin Lowder, Interim Director, Gavin.Lowder@esc.edu
Administrative Office
Center for International Programs
111 West Ave.
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-6069
Phone: 518 587-2100 ext. 2231
Email: International@esc.edu
