Dear Jayhawk,
This fall, it was announced that the U.S. Senate has designated 2006 as "The Year of Study Abroad." In doing so, the Senate encouraged secondary schools, institutions of higher learning, businesses and government programs as well as the people of the United States to promote and expand study abroad opportunities. This is exciting news for all of us!
Of course, students at KU already understand the value of studying abroad as KU is ranked fourth among the nation's public research institutes in the proportion of its students studying abroad. More than 1,000 KU study abroad each year, a number that is increasing as more and more students re the importance of being a citizen of which is essential in the current economic environment.
Are you ready to join the more than 1,000 students who are expanding their education with international study? Not sure where to start? February is a great time to find out more about study abroad. The articles in this issue of Jayhawks Abroad, many of which are written by past Study Abroad participants, are a great source of information and inspiration. Tomorrow, stop by the Summer Study Abroad Fair in the Kansas Union to find out more about the 35 programs that will be offered this summer.Talk to a returnee at the fair about their experience and look through some photo albums. Or, stop by the Study Abroad Resource Library, located in 109 Lippincott Hall, anytime from 8 to 5, Monday through Friday, to discuss your options for study abroad.
Applications for all summer, fall and academic year programs are due March 1 and early application is strongly encouraged.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Sincerely,
Stacey Satchell Outreach Coordinator The KU Office of Study Abroad www.ku.edu/~osa
Ten Steps to Studying Abroad
1. Visit the Office of Study Abroad (OSA).
Speak with the Peer Advisors, browse through the resource library, request brochures, and view a video. We welcome interested prospective students undergraduates and graduate students.
2. Narrow your options.
Define your goals for studying abroad and identify suitable programs.Make an appointment with a Study Abroad Program Coordinator to discuss the program(s) you are interested in.
3. Find out about costs Meet with a Study Abroad Student Services Coordinator regarding program costs and financial aid.
4. Inform yourself.
Learn about the country where you wish to study abroad.Talk with exchange students and study abroad returnees about their experiences.
5. Apply!
Begin applying for your program of choice the semester before you plan to go.The deadline for most Fall, Academic Year,and Summer programs is March 1,and the deadline for most Winter Break, Spring Break, or Spring programs is October 1. Check with your Program Coordinator for program-specific deadlines.
6. See your Faculty Advisor.
Discuss how your study abroad courses will fit in with your degree requirements and have your Advisor sign your Academic Plan for Study Abroad.
7. Submit your application to the OSA on or before the deadline.
8. You've been accepted! Send acceptance forms to the OSA, apply for your passport and make travel plans.
9. Orient yourself.
Attend the OSA pre-departure orientation for a full day of program information and question-and-answer sessions with past participants. Read carefully all the information in your orientation packet and feel free to ask questions.
10. Pack your bags,
...kiss everyone good-bye,and go!
KU OFFICE OF STUDY ABROAD
The University of Kansas
Contact us
phone: 785-864-3742
fax: 785-864-5040
email: osa@ku.edu
The University of Kansas Office of Study Abroad Lippincott Hall 1410 Jayhawk Blvd., Rm 108 Lawrence, KS 66045
JAYHAWKS ABROAD
SPRING 2006
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