To help you figure out what to do next, we've created this checklist that outlines what to get done now, next month, and before you go. Read the checklist carefully and print a copy for your files. Remember, it is your responsibility to see that you complete all of the following. If you fail to turn in required materials and payments, you will not be allowed to participate in the study abroad program.
Now
- get a passport, or make sure yours will be valid for at least 6 months after the end of your program (not for domestic program participants)
- If you need to apply for a new or renewed passport, do it NOW. The process currently takes over 10-12 weeks. Complete your application at Passport Day, May 15 from 9am-5pm, at the University Travel Office in the Trabant Center basement. Bring with you:
- birth certificate or naturalization certificate with a raised seal
- driver's license or state ID
- 2 official passport photos (can be taken on-site for $15)
- cash/check for $75 passport fee
- separate cash/check for $25 processing fee
- make deposits and final payments to your program fee by the deadlines
- complete Biographic Info form (non-UD students only)
- request alternate flights if needed
- read the Center for Disease Control and Department of State information regarding the regions and countries that you'll visit (do this before going to the step below)
- complete the mandatory on-line student orientation
- complete visa paperwork
- non-U.S. citizens
- other programs (if your program requires a visa, your coordinator will email you the details)
- review your HTH and SOS insurance policies (not for domestic program participants)
In September/October
- attend your program's orientation meetings (check here for dates)
- at your first meeting, pick up the Agreement & Release form to sign in the presence of a notary (free notary available at 186 S. College Ave. and in the Student Services Building)
- bring the following to your program's second orientation meeting
- make arrangements for financial aid (deadline: mid-October)
In November/December
- make deposits and final payments to your program fee by the deadlines
- register for courses (deadline: Nov. 6-10)
- make sure that you've completed the on-line orientation
- pay tuition by the deadline
- attend the mandatory All Programs orientation meeting (check here for dates)
- attend the mandatory Student Health orientation meeting (check here for dates, see here for printable materials) NOTE: Students who do not attend one of these meetings are ineligible to receive travel immunizations at Student Health Services. If you have a class conflict, call them at x4278.
- attend your program's orientation meetings (check here for dates)
- check with your faculty director about registering at the U.S. embassies in the countries where you will travel
- carefully read this health & safety handbook
- read this information about roommate behavior
- make sure that we have your correct address and contact info
- download and read this travel safety file, and print a copy to re-read on the way to the airport
- go to the website of the Transportation Security Administration and read their packing tips
- read these health & safety web pages:
- buy your textbooks
- pick-up your plane ticket
- see your doctor/dentist to:
- get any vaccinations you may need
- get copies of all prescriptions (including chemical composition)
Other Important Info
Once you get home
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