Like many quality universities, Stetson strongly encourages each student to pursue opportunities to study abroad, as part of a well-rounded education. Stetson is different from most schools, though. Each semester, Stetson sends a substantial number of students to study abroad at no extra expense. Many Stetson students who apply to Study Abroad are given airfare, accomodations, and meals at one of Stetson's partnering institutions, as they study for a semester. The cost is the same as studying at Stetson's main campus in DeLand. But the real value is the international experience in a quality educational environment.

Shorter programs are no less exciting, such as the one that allows students to earn a business minor by studying in Innsbruck. Students selecting the shorter programs may choose to explore Africana studies from a cruise ship in the Caribbean, visit ancient and medieval sites in Britain, participate in mentored field experiences in the arts in Brazil, study Andean culture in Peru or choose from many other programs.

Opportunities for international education at Stetson include more than just the Study Abroad experience. The Alliance for International Reforestation, which was founded at Stetson, helps preserve and restore Central American rain forest through more than 30 projects. Partnerships and service learning projects link Stetson with Tanzania, Columbia, Argentina, and other countries as well as with diverse local communities. The international influence of the arts is evident with concerts (and master classes) featuring the London Symphony Orchestra, Grammy award-winning artist Nestor Torres and other international musicians and performers who share their time and talents with Stetson students. Professors at Stetson reflect international heritages and visiting teachers come from many countries and include Fulbright Scholars. Many student organizations foster cultural diversity on campus through programs such as an international festival and movie and discussion nights.

International education at Stetson is a dynamic effort, and the university constantly updates offerings to meet the needs of students and the international community.