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ADMISSION AND PREPARATION

Application Deadline:

The application deadline is as follows:

December 15

Eligibility Requirements:

The program is open to students from all fields of study.  To be eligible, students must meet the following minimum requirements before departure:

• Two terms or one semester of first-year German (or the equivalent)*
• A cumulative GPA of 2.50 or above

* Although the course content will not vary, some OUS institutions offer credits for this program suitable for more advanced students of German. Check with your Campus Contact for more details.

Students must continue to make satisfactory academic progress throughout the application process and during their study abroad program, and otherwise comply with policies and procedures of the host university, the OUS Office of International Programs, and their home university International Programs Office. 

If you do not meet the minimum eligibility requirements, please consult with your home campus contact person before applying.

Application Process

Early application is advised. Selection for the program is based on a review of the student's written application, transcripts, recommendations, and personal interview. Applications are available in the International Programs Office on your home campus and online by clicking here:

Completed applications should be submitted to your home campus international programs Office.  A $50 application fee is due at the time the application is submitted and is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Selection and Participation

Participants must meet the eligibility requirements for their chosen program, and be prepared linguistically, academically, and socially to succeed abroad. Overseas study participants must satisfactorily complete the following:

• well-written program application
• personal interview
• timely submission of required paperwork
• attendance at pre-departure orientation sessions
• payment of program fees

Program participants must also demonstrate the ability to be successful overseas through evidence of maturity, motivation, and flexibility. Participation in any program is subject to the approval of the OUS International Programs Office and its partner institutions, which may grant or withhold such approval in their sole discretion.

Acceptance to all study abroad programs involves a significant amount of paperwork for legal, financial, academic and safety reasons.  Your Campus Contact and our office are ready to help explain and guide you through the paperwork process; however, it is your responsibility to complete the paperwork in a timely and professional manner.

Orientation

All students are required to attend the SIP pre-departure orientation that will cover academic, logistical, and financial matters.  For detailed information, including dates and locations, please click here: