10 10 GO ABROAD! mtu.edu/honors/studybroad Learn about international health & safety, cultural adjustments, packing, finances, and many more travel tips and tricks! Attend study abroad pre-departure 301 orientation (2 months before) Sign up and attend a virtual study abroad 101 session. Mondays at 3:00 pm - Zoom registration Wednesdays at 4:00 pm - Zoom registration After the session, connect with your academic advisor to find out how study abroad may fit into your academic plan. If you don't have a passport yet, you should start the app now! Initial planning (12 months before) After application submission, begin the study abroad course evaluation & planning process with your study abroad advisor. Select courses & request course evaluations (4-10 months before) Connect with a Michigan Tech Financial Aid Manager to discuss your budget. Research scholarship opportunities. Research & apply for study abroad scholarships (4-6 months before) After your MTU study abroad application is approved, submit your study abroad program provider application online. Once your application is approved you will register for your study abroad courses with the program. Submit your program provider application and register for courses (3-6 months before) Create your Via TRM traveler profile. Browse travel programs & submit the Michigan Tech study abroad application. Research travel programs and submit application (6-12 months before) Finalize your study abroad course plan with your academic advisor. Complete your study abroad course plan (3-6 months before) Learn more about passports, visas, health insurance, and international airfare. Attend study abroad pre-departure 201 orientation (3 months before) [email protected] Research your visa application requirements and schedule your visa application appointment. Apply for your visa; if applicable (3-4 months before) Study Abroad planning steps mtustudyabroad