Recent programs have included a program to Salamanca, Spain during the eight week Summer quarter. Spanish language classes at all ability levels were offered at the Don Quijote Language School, one of Spain's finest in-country private language institutes. Financial aid for eligible students may be available for students taking a full-time course load. Future program sites will be determined on the basis of student interest surveys. The SCCD's memberships in study abroad consortiums make available more than 35 credit-bearing programs designed to enhance global perspectives.
Programs vary in duration, cost, course offerings, and deadline dates.
All consortial programs are sponsored by U.S. accredited institutions of higher education. Credits for coursework will generally appear on Seattle Central Community College's academic transcript, and financial aid may also be available for eligible students. Program sites are subject to change, and currently include Australia, Bulgaria, China, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Ecuador, England, France, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Portugal, Russia, Scotland, Spain, and Switzerland. Students must be fluent in the primary language of the host institution, and should also be capable of living abroad with minimal supervision.