Before beginning your application to study abroad, take the following steps to determine the program that best fits your academic, personal, and professional goals.
Application FAQs:
Q: What is the likelihood I will get accepted?
A: This varies by program and by year - it depends on how many people apply. Some programs have capacity limits, and others do not. While there is no guarantee, many students are accepted to the program they have applied for.
Q: To maximize my chances of getting accepted to a study abroad program, should I apply for multiple programs, or apply early? Is it a first-come-first-serve process?
A: No. If you are planning to participate in more than one program in the same year during two different terms, you can submit more than one application, but otherwise, only apply for one program. You will have the opportunity to list alternate programs of interest if you choose. This is not a first-come-first-serve process, and study abroad applications will not be reviewed until the application deadline has passed. It will not make a difference in the admissions process whether you submit your application earlier on, as long as it is submitted by the deadline.
Q: I tried to upload a video as part of the application process but the file is too large - what should I do?
A: If you're unable to upload the video you recorded to your study abroad application, don't worry - just email us with your video! (studyabroad@up.edu)
Q: How are applications reviewed?
A: Applications are reviewed (usually in late November/December) by study abroad staff. By the end of December, students will be either "conditionally accepted" or "not accepted". When you're "conditionally accepted", full acceptance is pending academic approval from your school/college (only after fall grades have been posted) and pending a conduct record check. If there are any concerns, we will reach out to students individually. For programs that are operated in partnership with another organization or host university abroad (most programs except for Salzburg or UP faculty-led programs) students will also need to submit an application through the partner organization or host university (don't stress about this, we will follow up with more information).
Schedule a meeting with Study Abroad staff
Once you have chosen a program, you should begin working on your application. The application includes some reflective essays, and providing information about you. Applications are due November 15th for the following summer, fall, and spring. Students can expect to hear back about final decisions by mid-January at the latest. Your application will be evaluated holistically based on your responses to the reflective essays, academic performance, and disciplinary record. Remember that acceptance to study abroad is not guaranteed. Applications will not be considered past the deadline.
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