Education

This section outlines international educational opportunities in the Port area.

Augustana College

International Studies Program

The International Studies major stresses a core background in aspects of world cultures, foreign language proficiency, and study abroad, as well as a broader set of elective coursework. Students wishing to pursue careers in the Foreign Service, the Peace Corps, intelligence agencies, international organizations, multinational corporations, non-governmental “think tanks” or foundations, religious organizations with international programs, and university teaching should strongly consider majoring in International Studies.

Dakota State University

Dakota Language Institute

Dakota State University offers an English as a Second Language course, and they also have an International Club.

Northern State University

Center of Excellence in Business and Entrepreneurship 

NSU offers exciting and timely educational programs to help businesses acquire the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to successfully compete in the international marketplace. Educational sessions are conducted via the Rural Development Telecommunications Network ensuring the accessibility of sessions to all participating companies. Program schedules outlining topics and dates can be obtained by contacting NSU.

South Dakota State University

International Exchange Program

International Student Affairs

On this site, students from other countries can learn about attending South Dakota State University (SDSU).

University of South Dakota

International Studies

The University of South Dakota views the opportunity for international exchange as important for students and for faculty and staff. This International Studies web site is intended to provide information about and support for:

• international studies minor
• undergraduate and graduate student study abroad
• international work, study, and exchange programs for faculty
• resources and web links for international studies

Other Education Opportunities

This section outlines international education opportunities outside the Port.

American Foreign Service Association

Internship Opportunities

President’s Export Counil (PEC)

Virtual Trade Missions Program

The private sector leadership of the President's Export Council has created the Virtual Trade Mission Program for middle school, high school, and college students as part of a new communications strategy for the PEC to increase public awareness of the importance of America's export economy and the need for a bipartisan public-private strategy to meet the challenges of the global marketplace.