PRESENTED BY CUABROADTHE CENTER FOR GLOBAL EDUCATION

T H E C AT H O L I C U N I V E R S I T Y O F A M E R I C A

Education Abroad 101: First Steps

What is CUAbroad?

A unit of the Center for Global EducationAdministers a variety of study and internship

program options for US students abroadCoordinates education abroad and exchange

options within the university Location:

McMahon Hall 111Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

http://cuabroad.cua.edu

Services we Provide

Education abroad advising Program review and approvalCourse registration and credit transfer

assistanceWeekly information sessionsPre-departure orientationsInternational health & evacuation insuranceInternational Student ID CardsAdvice on obtaining visasRe-entry programming

Benefits of Study Abroad

Academics: Courses are available for all majors. Fulfill degree requirements (major, minor, distribution,

electives). Unique experiences that enrich a student’s course of study, e.g.

studying ecology in Costa Rica, business in Shanghai, or music in Vienna.

Career: Demonstrates skills that emloyers value: flexibility, adaptability,

interpersonal communication, organization, self-reliance, teamwork, etc. Can make a resume stand out, especially if it includes education abroad at a non-traditional destination.

Networking and international employment opportunities.

Additional Benefits

Graduate School: Demonstrates a high degree of initiative. Internships, field experience, volunteer, service

learning or research opportunities.

Personal Growth: Discover new places and meet new people. Experience different cultures, politics and lifestyles. Challenge one’s own world view. Develop a more sophisticated understanding of what

it means to be American in a global world.

Where can I study abroad?

28 countries on 5 continents across the globe.Search by location or by discipline.Programs are available for every major.Over 75 affiliated program options to choose

from.Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Chile China Costa Rica Cuba Czech Republic Ecuador Egypt France Germany Greece Hungary India Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Mexico Morocco New Zealand Poland South Africa Spain United Kingdom

Most Popular Program

CUA in Rome : CUA’s Flagship Semester Program

Popular with CUA Honors Students

Oxford Semester

Spring Break 2014 in Madrid, Spain

March 7-15, 2014With Dr. Daniel García-Donoso

What are the requirements to study abroad?

Short-Term & Summer Programs Good academic and disciplinary standing Minimum 2.5 GPA

Semester & Academic Year Programs Good academic and disciplinary standing Minimum 2.5 GPA (many programs require higher) Full-time student at the time of application Completed at least 45 credits by the time program begins Language requirement: must be completed by the time the

program begins (students may petition for deferment)Additional Requirements

Vary by program, are listed on the program web page Examples: higher minimum GPA, specific major, previous

language experience, etc.

When can I study abroad?

Spring Break: As early as freshmen year or anytime after that

Summer: Following freshman, sophomore, or junior year

Semester: Second semester of sophomore year and after

Academic Year: Sophomore or junior year

What types of programs does CUA offer?

CUA-Administered Programs directed on-site by CUA, with CUA courses taught

by CUA professors or local faculty. Examples include the CUA in Rome Semester and the London Parliamentary Internship.

CUA Faculty-Led Summer or spring break courses taught by a CUA professor

Affiliated Provider-Sponsored Run by an affiliated organization that specializes in education

abroad programs. Courses may be taught by the provider, at a local university or in combination.

Internships

How much does it cost?

A semester abroad cost is surprisingly affordable

For students on CUA programs: $100 Application fee CUA Tuition (financial aid applies) Program fee:

Usually $5,000 for a semester and $2,500 for a summer. Covers the cost of housing, insurance, credit transfer,

etc. A $500 deposit on the program fee is required within 2

weeks of being accepted to the program.

Cost of non-CUA programs

For students on non-CUA programs: Cost of the program, paid directly to the program

provider CUA Administrative fee:

$500 (summer), $1,000 (semester), or $1,500 (academic year)

Covers the cost of insurance, credit transfer, etc. Billed to the student’s CUA account

Will my financial aid apply?

Students on CUA programs may apply all of their financial aid, except work-study.

Students on approved non-CUA programs may apply any state/federal financial aid, but not their CUA aid. Students should contact the Office of Financial

Assistance to arrange for the continuation of this aid.

Are there scholarships available?

Scholarships through CUA: CUAbroad Autumn Advantage Fall Into Rome CUAbroad Diversity Scholarship Crisafulli Fund: Language or Italian Studies majors.

Many other scholarships are also available.Affiliated programs also offer scholarships.

Gilman, Boren, Fulbright, etc.

What are the deadlines to apply?

CUA Programs: October 1 (Spring Programs) March 1 (Fall, Summer, & Academic Year Programs)

Exceptions: Some programs have earlier application deadlines

Non-CUA Programs: October 15 (Spring Programs) March 15 (Fall, Summer, & Academic Year

Programs)

Application Materials

Academic Eligibility Form (A&S Students)

Credit Approval FormCUAbroad Online ApplicationCUA TranscriptLetter of RecommendationID-Style PhotoPassport Scan/Photocopy$100 Application Fee (CUA Programs)Resume and Police Clearance

(Westminster internship)

How do I select a program?

Plan ahead! It is never too early to start.Look for a program that fits your major and career

objectives. Consider various housing options.Talk with past participants.Consult both an education abroad advisor and your

academic advisor on course selection.Save some of your distribution courses & electives.Be sure to discuss financial aid implications.Research scholarship options.

How do I Contact CUAbroad?

CUAbroadThe Center for Global Education111 McMahon HallThe Catholic University of America620 Michigan Ave, NEWashington, DC 20064Tel: 202-319-6010Fax: 202-319-6673cua-cuabroad@cua.edu

Ella Sweigert, Director of Education Abroadsweigert@cua.edu

Grace Schneider, Education Abroad Advisorschneiderg@cua.edu