Immigration & Visa Process

Depending on where you study abroad, and for how long, you may be required to obtain a student visa prior to your semester or year away. 

The office of study abroad will guide all students through the relevant processes, however visas are ultimately the student's responsibility. This means if a student does not obtain a visa, it is a liability incurred by the student per the Study Abroad Contract. 

Students who respond to all office of study abroad emails in a timely manner and meet all deadlines do not typically have any issues obtaining their student visas. 

If you are not a US passport holder, it is critically important that you inform the Office of Study Abroad immediately so that we can work with you on visa requirements, which may differ depending on your nationality.