The classes are taught by faculty from consortium-member schools. These programs are coordinated through the Office of International Education. The Director of International Education administers the international education programs. An advisory committee composed of faculty, staff and students serves to facilitate the availability of a variety of services for students and faculty. MSU is a member of several consortia and has several collaborative exchange agreements with foreign universities.
Academic credit is available for most study abroad options.
Financial aid can often be obtained and scholarships may be available with some programs. Mandated by its mission statement to promote international education, Murray State has historically been at the forefront of Kentucky's effort to globalize higher education in the Commonwealth. The Institute for International Studies supports this effort through several activities. Through membership in several consortia, and its own exchange agreements with foreign universities, NKU provides its students with a variety of opportunities for study throughout the world. The office also houses the Study Abroad Information Center, which provides information on other study abroad programs, international work opportunities, and Eurail and BritRail train passes.