St. Edward's Study Abroad Requirements
Minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA, however, some programs require a higher GPA
Students must be in good academic and social standing at SEU
First-year students cannot study abroad
Last semester seniors are discouraged from studying abroad unless there are extenuating circumstances
Students must enroll in a full semester of credit while abroad
All students will need a passport by the time they are applying to their program. If you do not currently have a valid passport OR your passport will expire within 6 months from the end of the your study abroad, then apply for a new one right away: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html
Step 1: Research Programs
Deciding on the right program for you takes research and time so you should start planning as far in advance as possible.
See an explanation of the different types of programs HERE
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One year in advance is ideal. Ex: If you plan to study abroad in the fall of your junior year, research programs during the fall of your sophomore year. |
Browse all semester programs HERE, via Terra Dotta application system Begin discussing program possibilities with your Success Coach and Academic Adviser to make sure that your preferred program is a good fit for you academically. |
Step 2: Study Abroad Advising
Once you have some programs in mind, schedule a meeting with the study abroad Office
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| Ideally one year advance | Click HERE to access the advising appointment calendar |
Step 3: Apply for approval to study abroad
After you have met with the study abroad adviser and have decided on your first-choice program, apply for approval to study abroad on that program.
Note that this application is just to get approval from SEU to study abroad on your chosen program and is not an actual application for the program.
You should only apply for one program per term you plan to be abroad.
Every program has its own application deadline and some may be earlier than the SEU approval deadlines so make sure you know when it is so you do not miss it.
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March 1st – Fall Semester September 10th – Spring Semester NOTE – Students interested in the APU Dual Degree Program must apply by March 1st of their First Year |
Go back into Terra Dotta (where the list of all programs is) Select your chosen program and hit the Apply button Once you receive approval from SEU study abroad office to study abroad on your preferred program, you need to apply to that program or university. |
Step 4: Apply to the program or university
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As soon as you receive approval from SEU study abroad |
Program Provider – Go to their website and locate your program and click on the Apply button University Partner – Contact the SEU study abroad office for instructions |
St. Edward’s Study Abroad Requirements
See each program for specific GPA requirements
Students must be in good academic and social standing at SEU
All students will need a passport by the time they are applying to their program. If you do not currently have a valid passport OR your passport will expire within 6 months from the end of the your study abroad, then apply for a new one right away: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html
Step 1: Research Programs
Familiarize yourself with the faculty-led programs being offered and attend an information session if possible.
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The fall semester before or as soon as you see them posted on the study abroad website. |
You can find the faculty-led summer programs HERE, via the Terra Dotta application system Begin discussing your abroad plans with your success coach and academic adviser. |
If you receive financial assistance to attend SEU, you should meet with your Financial Services Advisor to discuss the program cost.
Step 2: Program cost
Limited financial aid applies to summer programs so be aware of what the costs are. Only Pell Grants and personal loans are applicable to faculty-led summer programs.
There are additional external scholarships available and you can find a list HERE.
Step 3: Apply to the program
After you have attended an information session, met with the faculty member, OR met with the study abroad adviser, and have decided on which program you are interested in, it’s time to apply to the program.
Note that acceptance is on a first-come basis so it is important to get your application in early before the program fills up.
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February 1st |
Go back into Terra Dotta (where the list of all programs is) Select your chosen program and hit the Apply button |
St. Edward’s Study Abroad Requirements
Students must be in good academic and social standing at SEU.
All students will need a passport by the time they are applying to their program. If you do not currently have a valid passport OR your passport will expire within 6 months from the end of the your study abroad, then apply for a new one right away: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html
Step 1: Research Programs
Deciding on the right program for you takes research and time so you should start planning early.
| When to do this | How to do this |
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| Fall semester prior to the summer |
There is not a designated approved list of summer programs but many of the semester programs and universities offer summer options as well Browse all programs HERE, via the Terra Dotta application system Go to the program or university website to see if they offer summer options Begin discussing program possibilities with your Success Coach and Academic Adviser to make sure that your preferred program is a good fit for you academically. |
If you receive financial assistance to attend SEU, you should meet with your Financial Services Advisor to discuss the program cost.
Step 2: Assess the program cost
Financial aid does NOT apply to summer programs so be aware of what the costs are.
Some of the programs or universities may have their own scholarships or financial aid available which can be found on their website.
There are additional external scholarships available and you can find a list HERE.
Step 3: Apply for approval to study abroad
After you have decided on your first-choice program, apply for approval to study abroad on that program.
Note that this application is just to get approval from SEU to study abroad on your chosen program and is not an actual application for the program.
You should only apply for one program per term you plan to be abroad.
Every program has its own application deadline and some may be earlier than the SEU approval deadlines so make sure you know when it is so you do not miss it.
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| March 1st |
Go back into Terra Dotta (where the list of all programs is) Select SUMMER EXTERNAL PROGRAM APPLICATION and hit the Apply button |
Once you receive approval from the SEU study abroad office to study abroad on your preferred program, you need to apply to that program or university.
Step 4: Apply to the program or university
| When to do this | How to do this |
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| As soon as you receive approval from SEU study abroad | Go to their website and follow application instructions |