Students spending a semester or summer with Living & Learning East Coast at the Baltimore Urban Studies Center (BUS) get an incredible, unique opportunity to prepare themselves for their future careers while being invested in academically, professionally, and spiritually.

We've created programs where students are supported in their faith journeys both in the classroom and through Christian community so, whether a student spends a semester with us on the East Coast, a summer interning in Quito, or ten days on a short-term study tour, they are in a space that will continue to nurture their desire to learn more about and experience their faith across cultures, languages, and borders.

A pillar of our mission is to prepare and equip students to engage in the challenges of the world. Once students enter college – sometimes even before – they begin to explore the questions of what courses they want to take, what major they want to focus on, and what degree they want to walk away with. Students spend hours considering what careers, passions, internships, fields to pursue, and how their studies and degrees might help them get there.

The annual Christian Study Abroad Conference was three days of learning, encouragement, sharing stories, fostering relationships, and ultimately a reminder that we're not alone in this meaningful work.

Packing your suitcase and catching a flight to spend a semester away from your campus is a big step—but it's a myth that you'll be embarking on that journey without support throughout your semester! Living & Learning has designed each of our programs with support and community as a central pillar of our students' experiences; if you love your campus life experience, small group, and community then studying abroad with L&LI might just be the perfect fit for you!

Sometimes it can be intimidating to spend time in a place you've never been before. Whether you're concerned about not knowing the language or nervous to learn how to navigate a new city, Living & Learning Programs are designed to provide students with an opportunity to study abroad and feel confident and supported in a new place!

We're committed to connecting professionals working in the field of global education and providing quality resources and information to our network. This is why we are so excited to present the launch of a new podcast, The Christian Study Abroad Podcast.

At Living & Learning International, we are passionate about breaking down this misconception and showcasing how students from a wide variety academic disciplines can thrive in a global learning environment.

One of the most common myths we hear is: “I won’t graduate on time if I study abroad.” The truth? With thoughtful planning and the right program, studying abroad can enhance your education without delaying your graduation.

Whether you have questions about studying abroad, want to learn more about L&LI programs, or simply want to say hello, let us know! See our visit dates below and click on the name of our team member who is visiting your campus to contact them.

Living & Learning International is dedicated to academic excellence in each of our programs. From our diverse range of course offerings to our accredited, experienced professors – we ensure that our students have access to courses and excursions that deeply enrich their collegiate experience. 

Season 2 of the Living & Learning Podcast was created to be a helpful resource for students considering the life-changing opportunity of studying abroad.We want to make it easy for you to find the perfect alumni story to answer your questions and give you some insight into the real life experiences of our study abroad and study away alumni!

Jungle Kids for Christ (JKC), is a mission organization that works in the Amazon Jungle region of Ecuador. They have a couple of different branches that they work with, but the main area being their school.

L&LI Alumni have a diverse range of experiences and stories, but we often hear from our students that they learned something about themselves during their time abroad that impacted the trajectory of their academic or professional careers. It all starts with saying yes to a study abroad and diving into the experience. 

The Colegio Leonardo Ponce Pozo (CLPP), is a private school in Quito, Ecuador that helps provide an excellent education for students with physical and mental disabilities at a relatively affordable price.

Naomi knew other nursing students from her university who had traveled abroad with Living & Learning, so when the opportunity came for her cohort to travel to Spain, there was no question in her mind to do anything else.