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To give yourself time to research, select, and apply to a program, we recommend that you begin planning your education abroad experience a year in advance.ÌýApplication deadlinesÌýare typically early in the semester prior to the term you intend to go abroad. That said, admissions is rolling for most programs, so it’s in your best interest to apply early (over summer or winter breaks).Ìý

The application itselfÌýcan generally be completed in a few hours or less. However, if your application requires an academic recommendation (uncommon), it’s better to give yourself a coupleÌýweeks to give your recommender plenty of time to fill this out for you.

An application typically requires:

• 4 short-answer questions on why you picked the program
• A copy of your unofficial transcript(s)
• Your passport information (if you have one)
• An application fee
• You may also have to submit an application through your program (CIEE, ISA, Semester at Sea, etc.) in addition to ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä. Your My¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉäAbroad application checklist will tell you if this is the case.

A few programs also ask for a short academic recommendation (from a college level professor or graduate TA).

Once you have submitted all the pieces in your My¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉäAbroad checklist, you'll see a big Submit button at the top of your application. Once you click that, your application will then be markedÌý"Ready for Review."

We verify your eligibility when we open your application. If you submit a quality application by the posted deadline, you have a good chance of being accepted. Weak personal statements and/or discrepancies in your academic or disciplinary histories may affect your chances of acceptance.Ìý

Most programs fill on a rolling basis and some have limited enrollment. It is always in your best interest to apply early!

We only allow you to apply to one program per term, so that you can invest your time and effort into one strong application.Ìý

(Summer students may be able to apply for more than one summer program if the dates don’t overlap and you plan to attend both.)

For programs that review on a rolling admissions basis, you can expect an admission decision 1-3 weeks after you submit your application.Ìý

Some programs will only review applications after the deadline has passed; in these cases you can expect an admission decision 1-2 weeks after the deadline has passed.Ìý

You will be notified via email of our decision.

If you are not accepted to your first choice program, a good alternative is likely available. We will work with you to explore options that suit your academic and personal goals. If you are not accepted because of your disciplinary status, you may be eligible to reapply at a later date. Please note that our office cannot guarantee acceptance into any program.

While your application is in review, there is still plenty to do! Start reviewing visa requirements for your country (if necessary)Ìýand make sure your passport is up-to-date - it should be valid for at least 6 months after the end of your program (you can find more info on our Passports & Visas page). Also, begin to search course offerings for potential courses you may want to take while abroad and start submitting courses for evaluationÌýif necessary.

Use the costs that are posted from the most recent term as an estimate. If you don’t see any costs posted for your program this means that the program is new. Contact our office for assistance.

Yes. You are required to report all incidents--including warnings--on and/or off-campus. For questions about how your disciplinary history can affect your participation, refer to the Eligibility page.

Review ourÌýNon-Approved Programs page for info on what to consider and next steps.