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Taking the step to study abroad is an exciting milestone in your academic journey, and we’re here to guide you through every detail of the application process. Whether you’re considering a full semester immersion or a short-term program, understanding the eligibility requirements and application steps will help ensure a smooth path to your international experience. Review the information below to determine which program type aligns with your academic goals and timeline.
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Semester Programs
Eligibility
- Speak with your academic advisor about how you plan to complete major and graduation requirements.
- You must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 in order to be granted permission to study abroad. If you do not meet the minimum GPA requirement, a faculty committee will evaluate your application to determine whether an exception is warranted.
- Students on academic or disciplinary probation or suspension, or with other serious disciplinary records, are not eligible for study abroad.
- Semesters abroad are NOT COVERED by PC employee tuition remission or tuition exchange benefit programs.
- Students with delinquent accounts are not eligible for study abroad.
Application Checklist
*All students are required to apply online through the system here »
- Two Faculty Recommendations: Recommendation forms should be completed by faculty members who can attest to your qualifications for successful completion of a program of study abroad.
- Study Abroad Application
- Statement of Purpose essay: Addressing the following questions (2-3 pages): What are your specific academic goals, and how do you plan to achieve them through participation in a study abroad program? Why are you interested in studying abroad in this particular country and on this particular program? How will your choice of major(s) impact your study abroad experience?
Short-Term Programs
Eligibility
- You must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 in order to be granted permission to participate in short-term programs. If you do not meet the minimum GPA requirement, a faculty committee will evaluate your application to determine whether an exception is warranted.
- Students on academic or disciplinary probation or suspension, or with other serious disciplinary records, are not eligible for study abroad.
- Students studying abroad will be charged PC’s short-term program fees.
- Students with delinquent accounts are not eligible for study abroad.
Academic Credit
- PC Short Term Programs typically range between 3-6 hours of academic credit.
Cost
- Costs vary according to program but are generally between $3,000 and $7,000.
Scholarships
- The Office of International Programs offers scholarships for PC Spring Break, Maymester, Winter Break, and approved Summer programs.
Application Checklist
*All students are required to apply online through the system here »
FACULTY-LED PROGRAM
- Study Abroad Application
- Medical Form
- Risks and Responsibilities Waiver
- Program Contract
SUMMER PROGRAM
- Transient Form
- Study Abroad Application
- Medical Form
- Risks and Responsibilities Waiver
- Program Contract
Things to Note
- Letter of Approval: You must be selected to apply to a Presbyterian College Semester Abroad Program and be given a Letter of Approval to send your application materials to the university abroad. If you apply to a program without official approval from the Office of International Programs (OIP), your credits from the outside program may not transfer to PC.
- Enrollment forms: These forms will be available to you once your application has been approved in the Study Abroad system.
- Study Abroad Program Fee: If you are accepted by the program for which you applied, you will be charged PC’s tuition and fees. Students are also responsible for a $300 program fee which will be billed to the student by PC. This fee is non-refundable. You are responsible for the application fee and any additional program costs such as airfare to the program site, visa fees, personal expenses, etc.
- Study Abroad Insurance Fee: All PC study abroad students will be enrolled in PC’s international health insurance plan. Students are responsible for a $200 insurance fee which will be billed to the student by PC. This insurance is mandatory for all students studying abroad at PC.
- PRE-DEPARTURE: Attend the mandatory pre-departure orientation before leaving campus. These are held in November and April. You will be contacted with specific dates.
- Contact Information: It is extremely important that your promptly inform OIP of any change in mailing address, e-mail address, or telephone numbers (college, local, summer, or permanent).