Help Psychology Students Study Abroad in London

What We Do

The University of South Florida’s Department of Psychology has offered students the opportunity to live and learn in London through one of USF’s flagship and largest faculty‑led study abroad programs. Over four immersive weeks, 125+ USF students earn six academic credits while engaging directly with one of the world’s most influential cities — where history, culture and human behavior intersect daily.

This program extends learning far beyond the classroom through site visits, guest speakers and culturally immersive experiences that deepen students’ understanding of the human mind. To further enrich the academic experience, the Department of Psychology is fundraising to support intentional extracurricular programming, including activities such as a Dinner in the Dark, designed to foster empathy, self‑reflection and insight into human perception and cognition.

Who We Are

USF is ranked 28th nationally among public universities for the number of students studying abroad. More than 1,200 USF students from over 100 different majors have joined USF faculty in London over the past ten years, and Psychology students are consistently one of the largest groups participating in the program. The USF Department of Psychology is home to around 3,500 undergraduate and 100 graduate students. Our community also includes administrative staff and academic advisors and around 90 core, affiliated and emeritus faculty members across three campuses. Since our department was founded in 1961, we have celebrated graduating over 25,000 students, providing them with an understanding of scientific approaches to tackle many issues of human behavior.

The Impact

The USF in London education abroad experience is a defining chapter in the personal and academic journeys of our students, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to become global citizens. By taking cross-cultural and psychology career development courses in London, students gain an impactful international experience that propels their career readiness and personal growth.

Past students have enthusiastically expressed how important their USF in London experiences have been in their lives:

"During our month in London, [the program] courses helped me reframe how I view my own career in psychology and the next steps I want to take. Classes motivated me to become more involved at school and to focus on building a strong resume before applying to graduate programs." — Psychology Student '25

"[USF in London] was such a monumental time in my life, and I am so thankful I took those classes … they were a huge part in my journey here at USF."— Psychology Student '27

"I think that the [Dinner in the Dark] experience made me think so much more about how much we lean on our sight when others go half their lives or even their entire lives without it ... I’ll be thinking about this experience for the rest of my life." — Psychology Student '26

USF Faculty and Staff: You can give online through this site, or complete this payroll deduction form (enter fund #420186, Psychology Student Success Fund) and email it to fscampaign@usf.edu.

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Invest in USF Psychology students by expanding access to life-changing study abroad experiences in London. Your support helps students explore cross-cultural psychology, engage in immersive learning, and gain global perspectives that shape their future careers. Make a gift of any size at usf.to/psychabroad. Thank you for your support. GO BULLS! #USFPsychology