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Students need to PLAN AHEAD when deciding to study abroad.

Here is a checklist of things to do:

• Work with your academic adviser to plan a schedule of study that will make enrollment in a study abroad program possible.
• See Katherine Carr, study abroad coordinator, in Voorhees 301, for help in exploring your options for studying abroad.
• Discuss your plans with your parent(s)/guardian(s).
• Select a program.
• Apply for chosen program before deadlines – Feb. 15 and Sept. 15, depending upon the program.
• After acceptance, attend study abroad orientation sessions.
• Apply for a passport and necessary visas.
• Be sure you have completed the FAFSA form and met with the financial aid office to discuss your consortial agreement.
• Arrange with divisional deans and the registrar's office for transfer of academic credits.
• Make housing arrangements for when you return home.
• Arrange for adequate medical insurance.
• See a doctor and a dentist; discuss any issues concerning extended travel.
• Make travel arrangements, including purchasing an International Student Identity
  Card (ISIC) from STA Travel, rail passes, etc.
• Complete the checklist in the Study Abroad Handbook and return to Katherine Carr with necessary pre-departure paperwork.
• Have fun and be safe!