Study Abroad
Information Session
Spring 2014
International Opportunities
Studying Working
Internships
Volunteering
Teaching
Paperwork Study Abroad Student Information
Form Study Abroad Planning Checklist Policies and Procedures Study Abroad Advising
Questionnaire Study Away Eligibility Form
Common misconceptions of study abroad
I can’t afford a study abroad program.
It will delay my graduation. I don’t speak a foreign language. I won’t get credit for the courses I
take abroad.
Benefits from study abroad
Cultural appreciation Academic exploration and
different perspectives Foreign language skills Communication skills Personal growth Career opportunities
And… it’s FUN!
Center for International Education
International Affairs dual major and minor
Study Abroad
Your friendly Study Abroad Advisors
Leonie (Leo) Meijer Catherine d’[email protected] [email protected]
Eligibility requirements
Good academic and judicial standing at time of application and throughout time abroad
32 credits 2.5 cumulative GPA Declared major Program-specific requirements
Travel warnings
UNH prohibits study abroad in countries for which a State Department travel warning is in effect.
Petitioning option
No credit, no financial aid unless approval.
For a list of travel warnings visit: www.travel.state.gov
Types of programs
Managed programs
Exchange programs
Approved programs
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Managed Programs Organized by UNH faculty Mainly with other UNH students Pay UNH tuition plus program fees Short-term, J-term, summer,
semester-long Contact Coordinator for process,
deadlines, etc.
Exchange Programs 7 exchanges Prestigious institutions Pay UNH tuition Semester/year-long An Independent Experience Build lasting relationships with
incoming exchange students
Approved Programs Third parties/universities Study with other American,
international and local students Summer, semester, year-long No UNH tuition; instead, pay
program price (incl. housing, excursions, etc.)
Life stuff
Location Money Length of time away Foreign language Housing options Contact with locals/other Americans Specific needs
Academic stuff
Major/Minor Gen. Eds./Discovery Electives Foreign languages Grades and credits
Credit transfer
Only C or better will be accepted.
No credit for courses that review/repeat those taken at UNH/another institution.
Grades will appear on UNH transcript, but will not be calculated into GPA.
No credit for language study as part of a study abroad orientation.
Course equivalent to 3 US semester hours will transfer to UNH as 3 credits.
A course must be valued at least 3 semester hours to be used to satisfy general education/discovery credit.
If you are ineligible for participation in a UNH program and enroll in a non-UNH program, you may not transfer credits earned in that program to your UNH degree.
Financial stuff
Financial Aid: loans, grants and scholarships
Study Abroad scholarships & grants
Financial stuff cont’d: Mandatory Study Abroad
Fees
UNH Study Abroad Insurance Fee:Summer/J-term/Spring break/Maymester: $ 70Semester: $ 150
UNH Study Abroad Administration Fee:Summer/J-term/Spring break/Maymester: $ 100Semester UNH Managed & Exchange: $ 200Semester UNH Approved: $ 300
IT fee Currently $ 91.00/semester; lower for summer
Important dates
Program application deadlines! March 15 - Summer/Fall programs October 1 - Spring programs
UNH registration paperwork
Mandatory Pre-departure OrientationEarly May or December
What’s next?1. Complete Study Away Eligibility form.2. Apply for passport.3. Plan ahead: save money, apply for scholarships , talk to your
Academic Advisor, request your transcript.4. Work with Study Abroad Advisor; then select and apply to a
program. 5. Once accepted, fill out and submit the Study Abroad
Registration paperwork by the deadline.6. Start visa application (if applicable). 7. Get your flights taken care of.8. Attend the mandatory pre-departure orientation.9. Go! And have a great time abroad!10. Maintain study abroad eligibility at all times!
What can we do for you?
(603) 862-2398 (to set up appointment)
unh.edu/cie/study-abroad
Questions??
