Studying Abroad
A pinnacle of your undergraduate experience so be prepared!
Organized by Joel Miller
Study Abroad Requirements
- Department Requirements:
- Language Requirements:
Study Abroad Tips
Preparing
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- Preparing
- If you think you may want to go abroad, start planning in your first semester!
- To study abroad in non-English-speaking countries whose language is taught at Wesleyan, students are required to reach a certain level in that language before going abroad
- Keep an eye out for due dates from both OSA and the programs you are interested in exploring!
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While abroad
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- You’re still in school! Your learning experience may be very different abroad, but the academic skills that you’ve developed at Wes will still be very applicable while you are away
- Peer advisors are available to abroad students
- The APAs can call, skype, and email you should you need assistance
- Time management is especially important abroad- getting help early on to establish a plan can ensure a successful semester
- Major and Faculty advisors are still YOUR advisors while abroad
- Email them to keep them updated!
- Classes must be approved by your advisors for the semester you return
- Be sure to check your email regularly! There are important announcement that you still need to be aware of (ie. University policy changes, ResLife announcements, and more)
- Keep in mind time changes with university deadlines
- If internet access will be in issue get in contact with the department prior to the deadline
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Adjusting back
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- Reverse culture shock exists
- Create a plan for returning to American daily life
- Wesleyan might feel overwhelming socially, academically and culturally so reach out to get the support you need
- Talk about struggles you are facing with peers and other abroad students! More than likely you are not alone in the transition back. Get help early on to maximize success
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