Kentucky Institute for International Studies


The Kentucky Institute for International Studies or KIIS is a consortium of public and private colleges and universities in Kentucky and surrounding states which administers a variety of international studies programs in Central America, Europe, South America, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Founded in 1975, in a collaborative effort by Murray State University, Western Kentucky University, and Eastern Kentucky University, the Kentucky Institute for International Studies now includes 25+ member institutions.

Member institutions

Study Abroad Programs

Winter Programs

  • Greece Winter
  • Italy Winter
  • Maya Mexico Winter
  • Paris-Munich Winter
  • Zanzibar Winter

Summer Programs

Spring Semester Program

  • Spain Spring Semester