EDUCATION FACULTY & ALUMNI

In order to study abroad a student must:

• Have minimum of a 2.6 GPA and have at least junior standing when commencing the program (in special cases sophomores and first semester seniors can also apply)
• File a Florida Memorial Study Abroad application by March 2 for fall, including full year, and October 1 for spring. If a student knows in the spring of his/ her sophomore year that they plan to go abroad the following spring, they are urged to file the application for the March deadline.

In selecting a study abroad program, it must be university based either in the US or in the foreign country, preferably both. A list of approved programs is available in the Study Abroad Office. All applications and approvals for study abroad come through the Study Abroad Office.

In order to get credit as well as use financial aid, a student must go through the Study Abroad Office. Study Abroad will be approved for those who can demonstrate that they are enriching their educational experience in their major, or in some way studying areas or subjects in which we cannot meet their needs on campus. Study Abroad is part of the curriculum for the degree and should not delay graduation with the student's class.

Among the criteria upon which study abroad applicants are generally judged are the following:

• Academic credentials
• Emotional maturity
• Adaptability to overseas environment
• Sincere commitment and interest in the host country (as reflected perhaps by past experiences such as hobbies, readings, or course work)
• Relevance of the overseas program to your academic and career goals