Student Athletes & Education Abroad
Frequently Asked Questions
It is possible to fit education abroad in, even with demanding athletic schedules. The key to a successful education abroad experience is early planning, with the approval of your coach and the help of your academic advisor(s), the Education Abroad office, and others. Reference the charts below for an idea of potential possible terms.
Many athletes are able to mirror the routines they established at home while studying abroad. You can research exercise facilities and consider joining local teams. Even if neither of these is available, there are other ways to continue conditioning. Watch what the locals do- one option could be running outdoors, which is a great way to familiarize yourself with the city.
Starting a dialogue with your coach and teammates is key to being able to reintegrate after a term abroad. Your coach will be able to provide suggestions about how to maintain rank or place on your team.
Yes! Many athletes are able to go abroad by participating in shorter programs during the summer, winter, or even during fall or spring semesters. Your coach can help you decide which time works best with your sport(s). Reference the charts below for an idea of potential possible terms.
In addition to ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder scholarships, program-specific and region-specific scholarships, athletes are encouraged to apply for education abroad scholarships for athletes. See the Scholarships page for more.
Women's Sports
| Sport | Fall Sem | Winter Break | Spring Sem | Maymester | Summer* | Spring Senior Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basketball | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Y | Ìý |
| Cross Country | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | M |
| Golf | Ìý | Y | Ìý | Ìý | M | Ìý |
| Lacrosse | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | M | Ìý |
| Skiing | M | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Y | Ìý |
| Soccer | Ìý | M | Ìý | Ìý | Y | Y |
| Tennis | Ìý | M | Ìý | Ìý | M | Ìý |
| Track | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Volleyball | Ìý | M | Ìý | Ìý | Y | Y |
Men's Sports
| Sport | Fall Sem | Winter Break | Spring Sem | Maymester | Summer* | Spring Senior Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basketball | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Y | M | Ìý |
| Cross Country | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Y | M |
| Football | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Y | M | Y |
| Golf | Ìý | Y | Ìý | Ìý | Y | Ìý |
| Skiing | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Y | M | Ìý |
| Tennis | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | M | Y | Ìý |
| Track | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Y | Ìý |
Y - Times generally work for students
M- Times that are less than optimal but might work after speaking w/ a Herbst Academic Coordinator
Blank - Times that most student athletes should not consider (except maybe during a redshirt year)
*For many sports summer suitability depends on length of program and which month(s). Consult with your Herbst Academic Coordinator and coach early when planning a study abroad experience.
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Some of the times listed will only work if you are able to find sufficient facilities to train while you are abroad, consult early with your coach.
If you plan to use your scholarship or financial aid to study abroad, consult with your Herbst Academic Coordinator and the Scholarship Coordinator in the Compliance Office about its applicability.
Transcript processing timelins vary by program. Prior to applying for your selected program & term, consult with your Ed Abroad Program Manager to ensure transcripts will be received in time to meet NCAA deadlines for next period/term of competition. A small percentage of study abroad programs will not meet the NCAA deadlines.
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Disclaimer: This page is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement by the University of Colorado Boulder or Education Abroad. ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder Education Abroad is not an agent for these organizations.