ISAP - Prospective Applicants

GETTING STARTED

One of the most rewarding educational experiences one can have is studying abroad. Living in another culture, meeting people with diverse backgrounds from all over the world, experiencing different academic settings and traditions, and possibly learning a new language stretches your mind in ways that no other experience can.

As a Fordham student you have access to full-term as well as short-term academic programs around the world and resources that make studying and living abroad an integral and rewarding part of your undergraduate education.

Semester or academic year study abroad is normally done during junior year and it requires extensive preparation and research, particularly during freshman and sophomore years, as competition for admission to most programs is very keen and preference is given to the most qualified applicants.

Students can apply to study abroad during the winter or summer, or for Fordham faculty-led programs abroad, at any point during your studies at Fordham.

To keep you on track as you plan for your studies abroad, below are specific steps you should consider as you prepare.

Freshmen and Sophomores	Sophomores & 1st Semester Juniors	Short Term Study Abroad	Fordham Abroad
Start thinking about your field(s) of interest and major(s) Research the types of study abroad programs available in various regions Register here for one of the required International Education Advising Seminars at least one semester prior to applying to study abroad.	Declare your major If you have not already done so, register here for an International Education Advising Seminar. Become familiar with Full Term Study Abroad Guidelines and the Application Process & Dates Select a Study Abroad Program from Fordham's Roster of Approved Programs Discuss your study abroad plans with your dean, major advisor, academic references, and family Complete both the Fordham University Study Abroad Application and your Study Abroad Program Application (pay close attention to guidelines and application deadlines!) Research Scholarship Information Choose the courses you will take abroad and get necessary approvals for courses that might count toward major or minor requirements	Register here for an International Education Advising Seminar. Become familiar with Short-Term Study Abroad Guidelines and the Application Process & Dates Select a Short Term-Study Abroad Program Discuss your international study plans with your dean, major advisor, academic references, and family Complete both the Fordham University Study Abroad Short-Term Application and your Study Abroad Program Application (pay close attention to guidelines and application deadlines!) Choose the courses you will take abroad and get necessary approvals for courses that might count toward major or minor requirements	Select a course or program fromFordham Abroad Programs and find out more about the program, application process and requirements Complete the application Get necessary approvals for courses that might count toward major or minor requirements

OTHER OPTIONS ABROAD
Valuable international experience can be obtained in ways other than formal study, e.g. volunteer and service work, summer research, overseas jobs, internships, and GLOBAL OUTREACH service trips. We encourage students to consider whether options such as these that do not earn academic credit appeal to their individual personality, talents and interests, as well as budget and time constraints, and to realize that it is quite possible to combine formal study with one of these alternatives at different stages during four years of undergraduate studies.

QUESTIONS?
Do you have questions about programs, how to apply to admission, and what Fordham expects of study abroad participants? Take a look at the Frequently Asked Questions or stop by our offices. The ISAP staff very much looks forward to working with you and to offering the advising and pre-departure services you’ll need to get the most out of your experience abroad.