Cuesta College participates in the Central Coast Study Abroad Consortium, which is run through Santa Barbara City College. Cuesta College students may participate in any of the consortium programs. Program information, brochures, and applications are available in the Cuesta College Transfer Center or www.sbcc.edu/studyabroad

Programs at SBCC have all been created with students in mind, and that means different destinations, classes that transfer units to universities, and excursions that will immerse you into the cultures abroad. Not to forget, the program cost is up to 50% or less than the cost of a study abroad program at a 4-year institution! With many scholarships available to study abroad, it's something that can be attainable for you!

Upcoming Programs

See all upcoming semester programs here: https://sbcc.edu/studyabroad/programs/index.php

Rome Spring 2026

An epic adventure in the Eternal City: Rome, Italy!  This Spring 2026 trip will be led by English Professor, Dr. Sarah Boggs who loves Rome almost as much as she loves her children and husband. The campus where we will study in Rome is located right in the Historic Center near the Trevi Fountain. Campo De Fiore, The Pantheon, and a short walk to Castle San Angelo and Trastevere.  Not only is Rome heartbreakingly beautiful with its 2000 year old buildings, but the food, the people, the sound of the language, and the cappuccino, will make it impossible for you not to fall madly in love with Rome. 

The program includes an excursion to the Saturnia Hot Springs and Siena. Refresh in the natural hot springs and then jump on the bus to Siena to experience one of the greatest towns in Tuscany. 

Depart the U.S. Sunday, February 1, 2026
Arrive in Rome on Monday, February 2, 2026
Spring Break Dates: tbd
Depart Rome on Saturday, May 2, 2025

Application Deadline:  October 6, 2025

OTHER STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS
The Transfer Center has additional information, including catalogs, brochures, and applications for the programs listed below. Cuesta students may participate in any of these programs:

California Colleges for International Education
California State University International Programs
Cal Poly International Education Programs
University of California Education Abroad Program
University Study Abroad Consortium
ACCENT International Education Organization
Cultural Experiences Abroad
American Institute for Foreign Study

HELPFUL LINKS
www.StudyAbroad.com
www.goabroad.com