Plan Your Study AbroadExperience

 

Step 1: Reflect

Ask yourself the following questions:

  • Where do I want to go?
  • When?
  • For how long?
  • Do I want to study in English or a foreign language?
  • What do I want to study? 
  • How independent do I want to be?  
  • Where am I in my academic program?   
  • Do I want an internship?

Attend a first step meeting offered by the Learning Abroad Center.

 

STEP 2: Research & Identify Programs
STEP 3: Meet with an Advisor
  • Discuss programs that best match your academic goals.
  • Petition coursework for application toward degree requirements, if necessary.
  • Plan coursework in advance of studying abroad to make sure you stay on track for graduation.
STEP 4: Apply & Prepare
  • Work with the partner office sponsoring your program to complete the application.
  • Complete pre-departure planning steps (such as financial aid).
  • Ask partner offices about scholarships.

STEP 5: Have a Great Trip

  • Contact the study abroad partner office if you experience challenges that cannot be addressed by the overseas support services.
  • Contact an advisor if you have registration issues or questions about how the classes count toward your program.
STEP 6: Upon Return
  • Follow up with the study abroad partner office to make sure your overseas transcript is received and grades are recorded.
  • Share your experiences with others.