Deadlines
Fall 2025: March 15
Summer 2025: March 15
Spring 2026: October 15
Step 1: Open the Simmons Studio Abroad Application Portal
Step 2: Select "New User" and then, "Create Account."
Step 3: Complete the User Registration Information
*Fill-in all of your biographic/students information and make sure to use your school email!*
Step 4: Click "Find Program"
Step 5: Search for Program
Step 6: Within the application, select the Pre-Approved Program
*You can select the specific program you would like to apply to under the "Approved Program Selection, Simmons" questionnaire. If for some reason it is not listed, please reach out to me and I can put an accurate tag on your program.*
Step 7: Complete the Pre-Decision Requirements
These include the following requirements:
Applicant Authorization (Read & Sign)
Host Program Details - Applicant Info (Select or write-in specific study abroad program)
Passport & Visa Information (Read & Sign)
Personal Statement (At least 300 words)
Study Away Considerations
Verification of Signature (Read & Sign)
*Passport: Apply for your passport, or make sure your passport is valid for 6 months after your return.*
*Visa: Many countries require study visas for stays over 90 days. The requirements differ based on the country of citizenship and the length of the program. Further information will be given to you from you specific program after acceptance.*
Step 8: Study Abroad Clearance
CGE reviews your application, while receiving clearance from the Dean of Students, Academic Advising and Student Accounts.
Upon successful review of your application, the Center for Global Education will update your online application to “Participation Approved” and notify you via email with important “next step” instructions.
Step 9: Apply directly to your selected study abroad program (Some programs have earlier application deadlines than Simmons deadlines, make sure to apply before your program's deadline, you do not have to complete the Simmons application before applying to your program.
*Go to your specific study abroad program's website to complete their individual application.*
Step 10: Complete the Post-Decision Requirements
These include the following requirements:
Additional Considerations (Short Answer)
Copy of Travel Itinerary (Upload)
Health Statement Questionnaire (Short Answer)
Host Program Details - Letter of Acceptance (Upload)
Orientation Topics 0 - 4
Passport Information (Scan & Upload Passport)
Simmons Alcohol, Behavior, and Illegal Substance Policy (Read & Sign)
Simmons Study Abroad Deposit, Fees, and Withdrawal Policy (Read & Sign)
Travel Agreement and Release Liability (Read & Sign)
Visa Information (Scan & Upload Visa)