Study Away Timeline
Contact
Center for Study AwayMarkim Hall, Second Floor 651-696-6300
studyaway@macalester.edu
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The study away process begins well in advance of your anticipated departure date. You begin during the fall semester of the academic year before you study away, and your journey continues beyond your return to campus. We have provided two timelines for you below: the first for the advising and application process, and the second for after you have been approved to study away and as you prepare for your departure. Detailed information with links to additional resources can be found at the bottom of the page as well.
Advising and Application Timeline
September
- Attend Mandatory First Step Study Away Information Sessions (view dates on CSA calendar)
October
- Meet with CSA advisor in-person (required)
November
- By Thanksgiving, choose program
- Complete study away application for Macalester approval, including:
- Basic information
- Eligibility
- Coursework details
- Short answer questions
- Additional essays, if required*
- Required to apply for: non-approved and limited enrollment
December
- Submit application by deadline in early December
Early Spring Semester
- SARC (Study Away Review Committee) will inform you of approval decisions
- Center for Study Away will work with you on any next steps
Pre-Departure Timeline
Six Months Prior to Departure
- Check passport
- Must be valid for 6 months after program end date
- If you don’t have a passport, apply for one.
- Apply to program or university (this process varies by program)
- Plan budget
- Identify expenses
- Identify scholarship opportunities
- Apply for scholarships
Three Months Prior to Departure
- Prepare for wellness
- Get vaccinations
- Complete medical, dental, and vision exams
- Discuss travel plans with therapist or counselor
- Prepare to have sufficient medication
- Apply for a visa (if needed)
- Make travel arrangements
One Month Prior to Departure
- Update travel itinerary for CSA
- Create emergency communication plan and review safety preparations
- Plan for packing (and pack your mind too)
Study Away & Returning to Campus Timeline
While you are studying away
After you return
- Welcome back!
- Returning to Macalester