1. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience

2. International Programs Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity STUDY ABROAD at Santa Clara University Planning a Successful International Experience WWW.SCU.EDU/STUDYABROAD

3. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience International Programs Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity WELCOME: Dr. Terry E. Shoup Interim Executive Director of International Programs WWW.SCU.EDU/STUDYABROAD

4. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience International Programs AGENDA Who are we and how can we help in your decisions regarding Study Abroad? Why study abroad? How to do it and what does it cost? A discussion with some of our students Q & A Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity WWW.SCU.EDU/STUDYABROAD

5. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience International Programs Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity Dr. TERRY SHOUP Executive Director Office: 755 Franklin StreetPhone: 554-6940 Hours: By Appointment Profiles: visit our website STAFF VIDALINO RAATIOR Assistant Director, Study Abroad BARBARA COLYAR Director of Study Abroad Fr. PAUL SOUKUP, SJ Associate Director LORI JOHNSON Business Manager WWW.SCU.EDU/STUDYABROAD

6. International Programs PEER ADVISORS Visit or call the office 554-6940 to talk with them Sarah Allbritten '11 London Laura Flanagan '11 Florence Laura O'Brien '11 Freiburg, Germany Claire Smith '11 Lille, France Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity WWW.SCU.EDU/STUDYABROAD

7. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience International Programs Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity INTERNATIONAL AMBASSADORS Profiles & contact information available on our website WWW.SCU.EDU/STUDYABROAD

8. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience Why Study Abroad? Study abroad… Expands your worldview in the Jesuit tradition of educated solidarity. Allows you to get to know another culture first-hand. Allows you to have academic experiences that would not be possible on our California campus.

9. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience Why Study Abroad? Study abroad… Helps you to learn about yourself and to understand better your perceptions of beliefs and values. Is an optimal way to learn a language. Provides an opportunity to travel. Enhances employment opportunities after graduation.

10. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience Why Study Abroad? Please remember that study abroad: is a privilege afforded to less than 4% of undergraduates in the U.S. is an educational opportunity that carries with it significant responsibilities as you represent yourself, your campus, and your country. is an academic experience that requires preparatory planning and post experience reflection if it is to be most meaningful. is an adventure that can be life- transforming.

11. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience Why Study Abroad? Please remember: Space in programs is limited. Resources must be used in an optimum way. You can increase your success in the admissions process by being flexible. (i.e. make multiple choices, be willing to engage in other quarters, etc.)

12. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience Useful Information How do we set priorities for admission into study abroad?

13. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience HOW TO DO IT AND WHAT DOES IT COST? Mrs. Barbara Colyar, Director of Study Abroad Must Know

14. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience MUST know ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Must not be on disciplinary probation Must officially declare a major Must have 88 units by the start of the program Must have no holds on ecampus account Must meet minimum GPA requirements

15. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience Must Know DEADLINES ONLINE PETITIONS DUE BY Early December 2011 For ALL programs & terms APPLICATION PACKETS DUE BY 1 st WEEK OF FEBRUARY 2012 For Affiliated Programs 1 st WEEK OF MARCH 2012 For SCU-Operated & Exchange Programs

16. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience Useful Information Types of Study Abroad Options DIRECT EXCHANGES SCU-OPERATED AFFILIATES

17. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience Useful Information PROGRAM OPTIONS Search Program Options on our website www.scu.edu/studyabroad 106 locations in 50 countries Choose wisely Rank 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd choices Choices should be based on your academic plans

18. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience Useful Information STUDY ABROAD FEES TUITION same as on-campus students (e.g. 2009-2010 fees) HOUSING & PROGRAM FEES vary based on 4-tier system: (e.g. 2010-2011 fees) EXCHANGES SCU Tuition Housing – paid in country AFFILIATES Tier 1 - $0 Tier 2 - $2,000 Tier 3 - $4,000 Tier 4 - $6,000 SCU-OPERATED Tuition + Mid $ on-campus Housing paid to SCU 100% of financial aid applies to study abroad fees during the academic year.

19. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience Useful Information 1 st PRIORITY OPTIONS SCU-OPERATED SCU Barcelona SCU Burkina Faso SCU Casa de la Solidaridad SCU London SCU Rome SCU Sydney Internship SCU Costa Rica (Summer) SCU Germany (Summer) DIRECT EXCHANGES AUSTRALIA – Australian Catholic Univ. CANADA – Simon Fraser Univ. CHILE – Universidad Alberto Hurtado FRANCE – Universite Catholique de Lille ITALY – Universita degli de Firenze JAPAN – Sophia Univ., Sacred Heart Univ. MEXICO – Instituto Tecnologico…(ITESM), Univerisdad Iberoamericana Puebla PHILIPPINES – Ateneo de Manila Univ. SPAIN – Universidad de Deusto SWEDEN – Lund University

20. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience Useful Information 2 nd PRIORITY OPTIONS AFFILIATED PROVIDERS ARCADIA – Arcadia University BU – Boston University CIEE – Council for International Educational Exchanges DIS – Danish Institute for Study Abroad IES – Institute for International Education Students LOYOLA – The Rome Center | The Beijing Center OTS – Organization for Tropical Studies SFS – School for Field Studies SYRACUSE – Syracuse University

21. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience 4-Step Process RESEARCHPETITIONAPPLYPREPARE 1.Study Abroad 101 2.Search Program Options 3.Study Abroad Week events (Info Sessions, Benson tabling, forums) 4.Talk to Others (Peer Advisors, Faculty Advisor, Program Reps,) 5.Declare a Major 6.Talk with Parents 7.Rank 1 st,2 nd, 3 rd choices Submit online Petition to Study Abroad Form Opens: Mid November 2011 Last Day: Early December 2011 Submit program- specific application materials to Study Abroad Office by deadline weeks 1 st Week of February: All Affiliate Programs 1 st Week of March: All SCU-Operated & Exchange Programs Attend Mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation – Spring Quarter Complete Pre- Departure Checklist Notify scuabroad@scu.ed u with any change of status scuabroad@scu.ed u STOP APPROVAL by SCU GO ACCEPTANCE by Provider

22. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience International Programs Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity www.scu.edu/studyabroad Two of our most valuable resources for information Peer Advisors & International Ambassadors

23. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience International Programs Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity www.scu.edu/studyabroad Q & A WWW.SCU.EDU/STUDYABROAD

24. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience International Programs Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity 755 Franklin St., 408.554.6940. www.scu.edu/studyabroad WWW.SCU.EDU/BURKINAFASO FEATURED PROGRAM…

25. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience International Programs Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity www.scu.edu/studyabroad WWW.SCU.EDU/LONDON FEATURED PROGRAM

26. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience International Programs Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity www.scu.edu/studyabroad WWW.SCU.EDU/ROME FEATURED PROGRAM

27. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience International Programs Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity www.scu.edu/studyabroad WWW.SCU.EDU/CASA Q & A

28. Study Abroad 101: Planning a Successful Study Abroad Experience International Programs Global Engagement in the Jesuit Tradition of Educated Solidarity www.scu.edu/studyabroad WWW.SCU.EDU/SYDNEY Q & A

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