Getting Started

What is the procedure to study abroad?

  1. Every student interested in studying abroad must complete a Preliminary Study Abroad Questionnaire.
  2. Begin to think about where and when you want to go. Schedule an appointment with Christy Burke, Director of International Programs, to talk about your options and to review the Study Abroad Checklist.
  3. Browse the materials in the study abroad library (Thomas 221) or search on-line. Because application fees are non-refundable, we suggest that students narrow down program possibilities and apply to their top one or two choices.
  4. We advise students to review their plans with the academic advisor and meet with Dr. Danford, Academic Advisor for Study Abroad.
  5. As mentioned in the cost section, financial aid is transferable during the semester. If you chose to study in the summer, be mindful that some programs offer scholarship opportunities but that you cannot use any scholarships or grants used at Marietta College. We advise students to sit down with a representative from Financial Aid to look at all of your direct and indirect costs.
  6. Once accepted into a program, students must complete the Marietta College Off-Campus Study Application (available in the Registrar’s Office). As part of this application, students must get course approval from the department chair and/or their advisor.

Useful information

Applying for a Passport

Please review the United States Department of State website http://travel.state.gov for information on how to apply or renew your passport. Advanced planning is best since fees and procedures can change unannounced.

 

Visa Application

Most third party providers will assist in some way with visa applications. The State Department no longer publishes material on this, and suggests consulting the travel country’s embassy website for detailed information about student visa requirements.

 

Scholarships

Center for Global Education Study Abroad Student Handbook http://www.studentsabroad.com

 

Health Resources

 

Currency Exchange Information

http://www.xe.com/ict

 

U.S. Dept of State

 

United Nations

http://www.un.org

 

World Health Organization

Information on the UN's efforts to promote health around the globe, including a directory of health topics, statistical information, and updated releases on world health issues: http://www.who.gov

 

Center for Disease Control

Official U.S. government health recommendations for traveling, as well as updated information regarding international health concerns: http://www.cdc.org

 

Time Zone Conversion and Current Local Time Around the World

http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock