If you’d like to travel overseas while accompanied by a group of other like-minded students, community members, and knowledgeable instructors, our Study Abroad program can provide that for you!
Travel to Spain in 2026
Study Abroad's next trip will be an exploration of Spain, slated for May 2026. This trip is open to students, as well as members in the community who are not enrolled at Craven CC.
Spain is a country rich with culture, history, and natural beauty. See and learn for yourself during the Craven CC 2026 Study Abroad trip! Experience walking tours, museums, flamenco shows, and more as we explore destinations including Madrid, Valencia, and Barcelona.
2025 Information Sessions
Join us for one of the following information sessions to learn more about dates, cost, payment plans, and more!
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, March 20 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Bosch AMC, Room 102 (New Bern) |
| Wednesday, April 2 | 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. | Bosch AMC, Room 102 (New Bern) |
| Thursday, April 10 | 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. | Bosch AMC, Room 102 (New Bern) |
| Tuesday, April 15 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Naumann Community Room, Ward Hall (New Bern) |
| Thursday, April 17 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | STEM Center (Havelock) |
| Wednesday, April 23 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Bosch AMC, Room 102 (New Bern) |
Application
All applicants must complete a Study Abroad Application to be eligible for this trip - choose the correct one below. To be eligible, applicants must be 18 years of age by the trip date in May 2026. Click the button below to get started. These travel opportunities are available to students, college employees, and the general public.
Important Deadlines
April 30: Application and $200 deposit due; eligible for 12-month payment plan
Available spots for the trip are on a first come, first served basis, so applications and deposits received by April 30 will be prioritized.
September 15: Application and $300 deposit due; eligible for 8-month payment plan
Students
Students who apply must additionally supply the current Study Abroad advisor (listed below) two letters of recommendation, an unofficial transcript, and a 1-2 page response (in a PDF or Word file) to this prompt: "What makes this destination attractive to you? Briefly explain how studying abroad with Craven Community College will enhance your life, increase your leadership development, and/or improve your global competence."
Student Study Abroad Application
Faculty, Staff, & Community Members
All college employees and community members must fill out the following application.
General Study Abroad Application
For any questions or additional information, contact Study Abroad Advisor Jessica Cofield at cofieldj@cravencc.edu or 252-633-2157.
About Study Abroad
Study Abroad gives you a global learning experience as part of a college course in cultural studies that explores topics such as history, geology, geography, team building, entrepreneurship, environment, personal growth, language, identity, and comparative studies. These travel opportunities are available to students, as well as college employees and the public.
Previous Study Abroad destinations include:
- 2002 - Yucatan of Mexico
- 2003 - Spain, Morocco, Gibraltar
- 2004 - Costa Rica
- 2005 - Austria, Germany, Switzerland
- 2012 - Peru
- 2013 - Ecuador
- 2014 - Ireland, Northern Ireland
- 2015 - Costa Rica
- 2016 - Scotland
- 2017 - Ireland, Northern Ireland
- 2018 - Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina (extension to Montenegro)
- 2023 - Italy
- 2024 - Ireland
Contact Information
Jessica Cofield
Study Abroad Advisor
252-633-2157