Advising & Apply

A. Research

1. Semester or Go Term - Full semester or shorter? Fall, Spring, or Summer?

2. Student Experience - Is the program very independent? Will I be a part of the cohort? Are there mostly US students or nationals? How much can I expect to participate in local community engagement, service, internships, chapel, faith expression, etc.? How are US students perceived at my program's location? Does the location and program offer services to meet any accommodations I may need?

3. Consult Academic Advising - Consult your academic advisor here for Study Away program integration to still graduate on time.

4. Consult Financial Aid Advising - What does the complete program cost and are there any out-of-pocket expenses? Can the program be charged to my account?

5. Registration - Does the program offer the ability to register courses with APU or would I be required to take a leave of absence? How does this affect the costs and academic credits? Check LOA Information here.

6. Policies - Which U.S. and APU policies will affect me? Check here.

B. Apply

1. Program Application - Start your application now! 

a. GO Terms - Link to the application is inside each of the program packets posted here. 

b. All Other Programs - Each program organization has its own application that is linked in their websites for you to complete. 

2. Program & Discipline Clearance with APU - Most programs will ask you to have some form of clearance processed by APU as part of the application process & state compliance for the duration of the program. Email anything needed to studyaway@apu.edu.

C. Placement

1. Program Notification - Your program should send you written confirmation of your status with their program. That notice will include the required next steps.

2. APU Notification - APU study away (CCEL) will also need to provide written confirmation if APU agrees to a registration spot for your program. This will be in the form of a program placement notification email with next steps, including a link to the program's Study Away Canvas course with required assignments, such as agreements form submission and course registration. 

D. Prepare

1. Program Needs - Follow through on each preparation item your program needs in a timely manner in order to maintain your acceptance in the program.

2. APU Needs - Follow through on each preparation item APU needs in a timely manner in order to maintain your acceptance in the program. Items will be listed out in your notification email.

A. Program

1. Maximize Your Time Abroad! - Actively pursue service learning, faith integration, community engagement, internships, and intercultural connections during your program. Some programs integrate these features for you and at other times they are available but don't happen unless the students take initiative.

2. Program & Course/Academic Completion - Ensure all courses are completed for full credit. Fully engage with and complete your program.

3. Student Life/Conduct Compliance - Students continue to be held accountable to regular APU student conduct no matter where studying abroad in order to receive full credit.

A. Post-Program

1. APU GLBL 425 - All APU registered semester study away students are enrolled in a 1-credit course the semester returning to the APU campus: GLBL 425 Integration & Formation. Summer participation students are encouraged to enroll but are not required.

2. Program Post-Program Requirements/Offerings - Quality programs will include debriefing or re-entry content to engage with.

3. APU Post-Program Assessments/Follow-Up - All Study Away students will receive an online assessment to complete at the end of their program. We encourage Study Away alumni to connect with upcoming Study Away students and events.