Other expenses, such as airline cost, books, personal expenses and travel, are the students' responsibility. Faculty exchanges may begin in either the summer or fall semesters. The period for the exchange is limited to one academic year. Exchange scholars shall receive financial assistance as determined by the host institution. Courses are taught by faculty from CCSA member institutions including APSU faculty.
Students earn credit on their home campuses that apply to their degree programs.
The CCSA member institutions identify comparable courses for those scheduled through other member universities. Austin Peay's Study Abroad Program offers students an opportunity to travel to Germany and France during the Summer. The curriculum consists of History 490A, The Holocaust Traveling Seminar. Lectures will be held in Strasbourg, France, with subsequent travel to sites in Germany. All classes and tours are in English and students are eligible for six hours credit.