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Study Abroad 101

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STUDY ABROAD
101
Annabelle Jenkins '19
MYTHRS
BUSTE
The world
is your campus.
Explore beyond the hedges
to learn in ways you never
imagined.
Anne Wells '16
I'm not sure I can afford study abroad.
Many programs cost the same or less than a semester at
Rice.Your Rice financial aid/scholarships will travel with you
when you participate in a Rice-approved program for a
semester or an academic year. You may also qualify for
other study abroad scholarships.
Begin by reviewing the Rice Study Abroad website pages designed to
help you to define your goals and then proceed to the following steps.
I don't speak a foreign language (well enough).
Step 1: Watch the Step One video.
This 8-minute video informs you about the entire study abroad process.
Many of our programs are offered in English-speaking
countries. Some programs in non-English-speaking
countries offer coursework in English with the option to
learn/improve a foreign language. You can also consider
studying a language at Rice before studying abroad.
Step 2: Research program options.
Review our online database of Rice-approved programs, keeping in mind
your academic and personal needs.
Step 3: Meet with your Academic Advisor and Major/Minor Advisors.
Discuss how to fit study abroad into your 4-year plan at Rice by identifying
the best time for you to go and the best types of courses to reserve for
study abroad.
Step 4. Attend Rice Study Abroad events.
Come to our info sessions and other events to learn about the study
abroad process, learn more about program options, and hear from past
participants. Visit our OwlNest page and follow us on social media for
event updates.
Step 5. Meet with a Study Abroad Advisor.
With a preliminary plan in mind, use this time to discuss the transfer
credit process, funding, application, and other outstanding questions.
I'm concerned about my academic progress.
When you participate in a Rice-approved program you are
guaranteed Rice transfer credit; this counts toward general
hours required for graduation, given you meet the Office of
the Registrar's guidelines. With the approval of a specific
department, these may count as major, minor, or
distribution credit. Are you an engineer, pre-med, or double
major? Students have made it work! It takes advance
planning so be sure to start early.
It may distract from my career objectives.
In addition to classroom study, some programs offer
experiential learning components which help build your
resume! You are also bound to improve your intercultural
communication skills which is valuable in today's workforce.
Studies have shown that study abroad alumni secure jobs
more quickly and enjoy a higher acceptance into grad school.
Step 6. Check out financial aid and scholarships.
Learn about how Rice financial aid/scholarships may be available to use
toward study abroad. Scholarship opportunities are also available from
the Study Abroad Office and other external organizations. Research your
scholarship options early.
Step 7. Apply!
Review application requirements and be sure to check on deadlines, as
they may be much earlier than the Rice deadline.
Eligibility requirements
Be enrolled as a degree-seeking undergraduate
at Rice at the time of application
Have completed freshman year
Have watched the Step One online video
Be in good academic standing
Be in good disciplinary standing
Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (some programs
require higher)
Mai Pham '19
Contact us
abroad.rice.edu
abroad@rice.edu
Rice Study Abroad
713.348.5836
@RiceStudyAbroad #RiceOwlsAbroad
RICE|STUDY ABROAD
Application deadlines*
Spring:
October 15 or earlier
Fall / Summer/Academic Year:
March 15 or earlier
*Verify deadlines with your target
program as some have earlier
deadlines or rolling admissions.
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