Summer Innsbruck Program
The Summer Innsbruck Program is an innovative and dynamic study abroad opportunity for all Stetson majors.
Studying abroad is the perfect mix of learning about another culture, experiencing new environments, and fulfilling your Experiential Learning Requirement. The Summer Innsbruck Program allows students to take AACSB International-approved courses taught abroad by full-time Stetson University faculty and distinguished visitors.
The trip takes place from July 1st to August 1st and is hosted by the University of Innsbruck in Austria, a research and educational hub of the nation. This month-long summer session is ideal for students that want to study abroad but are not able to while taking their required courses.
Centrally located in the cool and beautiful Alps, Innsbruck is an ideal base for study and travel throughout Europe. Students benefit from the comfort, culture, history, outdoor activities, and the beauty of Austria.
Courses for each session are designed to meet the needs of students. A variety of courses are available for all majors:
2026 Course Offerings
Period 1 - 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
- EDUC 374V Junior Seminar: Educational Systems Around the World
- FINA 311: Financial Management
- MGMT 495: Strategic Management
Period 2 - 9:40 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.
- SOBA 360V-JS: Junior Seminar in Business
- MGMT 305: Management and Leadership
- ENTP 305: Entrepreneurial Leadership - An Introduction
Period 3 - 11:20 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.
- MKTG 315: The Marketplace and Consumers
- RELS 365B: Mary, Max and Mozart
- FOOD 101S: Introduction to Food Studies
Important Notes:
- All courses are not guaranteed to be made. Each course MUST enroll a minimum of 8 students to make.
- Students will not be accepted into the program until they have selected TWO top course choices AND TWO ALTERNATIVE COURSES
The Summer Innsbruck Program is an exceptional value. As well as having the opportunity to enroll in two courses from exceptional Stetson University faculty, you can network, travel and expand your worldview during the month-long experience.
Program Cost: $6900
The price includes
- Tuition - two units
- Lodging
- Two meals per day for each class day
- International health insurance
- Four-week city bus pass
Not included
- Airfare
- Passport fees
- Books
- Personal travel
- Personal purchases
- Dinner/weekend meals
Travel Dates: July 1st - August 1st
Application deadline: first-come, first-served basis. Apply early to guarantee your spot!
Upcoming General Information Sessions:
- First Info Session: Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025 (5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.) LBC 213
- Second Info Session: Monday, October 20th, 2025 (5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.) LBC 213
- Third Info Session: Tuesday, November 18th, 2025 (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) LBC 213
Applications to Innsbruck are considered on a first-come, first-served basis and are available through the WORLD website. Apply early to guarantee your spot!
You can also apply for a scholarship to help pay for your trip to Innsbruck.
The trip is open to all majors at Stetson University. Eligibility to the program includes:
- Minimum overall GPA of 2.5
- A clean judicial record – conduct record will be checked for all applicants
- Needing one or two courses offered during the program
- Desire for a first-rate, small class, educational experience offered by an accredited university
- Being ready to live and study independently in Europe
- Being prepared to study hard and learn through exploration
If you do not currently attend Stetson University as a full-time student, you may enroll with the university as a transient student for the Stetson University Summer Innsbruck Program. The program coordinator will facilitate your application and registration.
If you have any questions about the study abroad programs or the application process, contact the Summer Innsbruck Program coordinator, Julie Holland, at [email protected].
"I have been fortunate enough to participate in the Innsbruck study abroad program twice. Both experiences have been equally life-changing. I've connected with faculty and students I would have never met otherwise, and I have grown both in and out of the classroom. Innsbruck gives you the freedom to explore while still pushing you to be your best. I don't know which semester I enjoyed more, but I do know they were the best summers of my life!" - Lukas Taurins
"The Innsbruck study abroad program showed me how big and different the world really is. Being there with other Stetson students felt familiar, but everything around us was so new that it pushed me in ways I did not expect. I learned to navigate unfamiliar environments, adapt to cultural differences, and stay disciplined with my schoolwork while exploring Europe. Class trips to Munich, Neuschwanstein Castle, Linderhof Palace, and visiting Dachau made learning unforgettable. All of it pulled me out of my comfort zone and helped me grow as a person and as a leader." - Andrew Mucha
"Studying abroad in Innsbruck was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. It enriched my academic journey and shaped my personal growth in ways I’ll never forget. Returning as a student leader made the experience even more meaningful, giving me the chance to guide others through a place that had already given me so much. I had the chance to see so much, build meaningful connections, and truly make Innsbruck a second home." - Mason Hahn