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Application Process

Steps to Apply for Study Abroad

Application Process

No matter where, when or how long you decide to go, you will need to...

  1. Apply for your passport.
  2. Complete and submit the program-specific application paperwork.
  3. Complete and submit all scholarship applications.
  4. Attend the Mandatory In-Person Orientation(s) and complete the online portion of the orientation
  5. Purchase your airfare (group or individual)
  6. Apply for your country-specific visa (if applicable).
  7. Pack your bags and begin your adventure!

The actual application process (the paperwork to be submitted to the Study Abroad Center in 28 Gilchrist) is fairly simple. Below we have listed general documentation checklists to assist you as prepare for your program.

 

Semester Programs

Application Process

*Fall 2012 Orientation Dates:

April 12, 3-5pm in ITTC 138 or April 18, 3-5pm in Sabin 102

 

You will also need to:

  • Purchase your International Student ID Card (apply in 28 Gilchrist)
  • Arrange/confirm foreign housing details.
  • Receive acceptance letter from the foreign university (this could be emailed to you, mailed to you by post, or could be sent directly to the Study Abroad Center).
  • Complete the Mandatory Pre-departure Checklist

Summer and Winter Short-Term Programs

 

*Summer 2012 Orientation Dates:

April 4, 11, 18, or 25, 4-5pm in ITTC 134 (Faculty-Led Programs)

March 28, 4-5pm in ITTC 134 (Non Faculty-Led Programs)

 

Procedures outlined are applicable to programs administered or co-sponsored by the UNI International Programs. Students applying to participate in programs not sponsored or affiliated with UNI (non-UNI programs) are strongly encouraged to seek approval before applying.

UNI programs sponsored by other units - e.g., Camp Adventure, National Student Exchange, and other institutions or organizations may have different application procedures and deadlines. Always check with the program administrator for details on how to apply.