How to Study Abroad

As you make decisions about studying abroad, consider the following options for each year you will be on campus:

Freshman Year

Consider traveling abroad on a faculty-led trip or alternate spring break.
Express your interest in global education to your advisor, professors, and family members.
Research global education programs offered at Schreiner University
Apply for a passport.
Educate yourself about course prerequisites (if any) for trips.
Act as a mentor for international students on campus.
Participate in multicultural programming events on campus.

Learn more about studying abroad at the Schreiner Experience Fair and program information sessions.
Discuss global education plans with your advisor, professors, and relatives.
Choose your program based on goals, needs, and interests.
Note application deadlines, plan a budget, and consult with the Office of Changing Global Society about travel options.
Apply to study abroad/away programs taking place in fall of junior year.
Travel on a faculty-led trip or alternate spring break.
Participate in multicultural programming events on campus.

This is the year that most students who study abroad/away will do so.
Apply to study abroad/away programs taking place in spring of junior year or fall of senior year.
Travel on a faculty-led trip or alternate spring break.
Act as a mentor for international students on campus.
Participate in multicultural programming events on campus.

Meet with the Office of Changing Global Society and the Office of Advising and Career Development for information on incorporating study abroad/away experiences into graduate school and career plans.
Apply to study abroad/away programs taking place in the spring semester of senior year.
Take part in an alternate spring break.
Tell other students about the benefits of international education.
Participate in the Academic Showcase.
Act as a mentor for international students on campus.
Participate in multicultural programming events on campus and apply for the Certificate of Changing Global Society, a part of the Schreiner Experience Coin of the Presidential Challenge Coin series

There are many trips that may be an option; consider which ones fit best with your major and interests!