SSA Education Abroad Employee Directory
Higher EducationMassachusetts, United States11-50 Employees
SSA Education Abroad, based in Amherst, Massachusetts, is a small to mid-sized organization that provides academically rigorous, immersive study abroad programs in Spain and Latin America, operating since 1969. The company offers programs in Spain, Argentina, Cuba, and Puerto Rico, including summer offerings in Alicante, Barcelona, Panama, and Patagonia, developed in collaboration with partner universities such as Universidad de Alicante and ELISAVA. It supports students through a portal that streamlines applications and a 24/7 dedicated support team with specialized training, including mental health resources. Initiatives like Project Akokán in Cuba reflect a focus on global citizenship and community engagement, complemented by ongoing program refinement driven by feedback from students and faculty. SSA maintains collaborations with professional associations such as NAFSA, the Forum on Education Abroad, FEDELE, and ACEIA, situating its offerings within the broader higher education landscape.