The academic excellence of IP has been recognized by such respected educational organizations as the Council on Learning and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The many former participants who have gone on to careers in international trade, foreign service, industry, the media, and education constitute a unique and valuable resource to California. IP's central administrative office is located at the CSU system headquarters in Long Beach. At each CSU campus, IP is represented by a member of the Academic Council on International Programs, its statewide faculty advisory body. At most campuses, the Academic Council member is assisted by a Coordinator who provides information and assistance to students interested in study abroad.
Students earn resident credit for all overseas course work.
All campus financial aid, with the exception of work study, is applicable overseas. IP assists students in arranging the details of their year abroad, including academic planning, transportation, visas, and housing.