The College Consortium for International Studies, a partnership of colleges and universities - two and four year, large and small, public and private, domestic and foreign - encompasses the broad spectrum of international higher education. CCIS was founded over 30 years ago on the values and commitment that all students should have access and opportunity in education abroad, regardless of background, major or socio-economic class.
CCIS is a 501(c)(3) education non-profit where members sponsor a variety of programs, notably study abroad programs and capacity-building for international educators, faculty and administrators, which are designed to enhance international and intercultural perspectives within the academic community.
Recognizing the value of international education experiences in fostering global understanding and peaceful cooperation among nations in an increasingly interdependent and rapidly changing world, CCIS is committed to developing international dimensions as an integral part of collegiate education. CCIS works to build collaborative arrangements among institutions who share this commitment, and to facilitate linkages between member institutions and international partners. In all of its programs and activities, CCIS strives for a high level of academic excellence.
Read about the CCIS Mission & Values
Meet our Governance Team
Meet our Members
As a consortium, member institutions create, build, and lead the organization and its programs. In order to develop a strong international education community, members work together to share these opportunities and support each other’s international education growth. As a member of CCIS, you’ll enjoy being part of a group of experienced international educators who share your interests and commitments.
Below is a general CCIS student process outline, which may vary slightly at your student's home institution as each college or university has its own policy.