WorldStrides offers full-time research programs that enable you to work on real-world projects at top universities and institutions around the globe. Rather than passively studying abroad, you'll gain hands-on experience applying classroom knowledge in authentic research settings—whether working in labs, conducting interviews, or analyzing case studies. These programs are designed to help you build an impressive academic network, develop research skills that stand out on graduate school and job applications, and set your resume apart for employers and admissions committees.

You can choose from multiple destinations and formats to match your academic schedule. Summer options include intensive research projects at prestigious institutions like Hanyang University in Seoul, South Korea, or the University of Auckland in New Zealand, allowing you to earn credit while conducting focused research during a concentrated timeframe. Semester and academic year programs provide deeper immersion, such as the EuroScholars initiative across Belgium, Switzerland, and the Netherlands, or the University College Dublin program where you can study agriculture, business, humanities, and STEM alongside cutting-edge research opportunities.

The program benefits extend beyond the research itself. You'll collaborate with faculty and peers from around the world, gaining mentorship and perspectives that shape your early career. Whether you're working on a lab experiment in Scotland, engaging in business research in Colombia, or conducting humanities-focused projects in New Zealand, you'll develop the kind of hands-on expertise and professional network that distinguishes you in competitive academic and career markets.

WorldStrides also offers combined Study + Research programs, allowing you to balance research projects with additional courses—giving you flexibility to tailor your experience. With options across multiple continents, starting prices from $8,950 for summer programs, and the ability to earn academic credit, these programs make international research accessible for ambitious undergraduates seeking to strengthen their academic profile and gain meaningful global experience.