To be eligible for off-campus study, you must meet the
following Augsburg College requirements:
Minimum 2.5 GPA
at the time of
application. Some non-Augsburg programs may require a higher GPA. Students
with lower averages should consult with Augsburg Abroad staff.
Sophomore
, junior or senior
standing by the time you study abroad. (Some short-term programs
may allow participation as a freshman.)
Transfer students
must complete one
semester at Augsburg before studying off-campus. Courses taken on off-campus
programs during the senior year will meet the Augsburg residency
requirement.
Not be on academic or disciplinary probation.
*
Augsburg Abroad staff will submit applicant names to the Dean of Students
office for a disciplinary probation check.
Not have an outstanding balance
on
your student account.
Demonstrate an ability to adjust to new
cultural and living conditions.
*Students placed on academic or disciplinary probation after
being admitted to a study abroad program may be withdrawn by Augsburg Abroad
staff. The student is responsible for all non-recoverable program costs
incurred.
In addition, check to be sure that you also meet any
specific requirements of the program to which you plan to apply.
Questions to Ask Yourself
Studying off-campus is an exciting opportunity,
but requires thought
and planning before you go. To make the most out of your experience, it is
best
to think in advance about what you hope to achieve by studying abroad. You
may
want to discuss this opportunity with your family and academic advisor(s).
The following are some helpful things to think about as you
plan your study abroad experience:
What are my goals? What do I hope to achieve by going abroad?
When and how long? During the summer? A short-term program during the semester (perhaps
as part of a class)? A semester? A whole year? What will my academic/work schedule
allow?
Where do I want to study? What part of the world? What region within a country? In a big city
or a small town?
What do I want to study?
Are there major/minor requirements I can fulfill with a study abroad
program? Am I able to study in a language other than English? Would I like
to take language courses? Or maybe a subject area I'm unfamiliar with?
What Type of Living Arrangements? What type of living arrangements would I prefer? In a family home,
dormitory, shared apartment? Do I want to live with another U.S. student,
with another international student, with a student from the host culture?
Am I open to living with fewer luxuries? With a family living in poverty?
How Much Integration with the Host Culture? How much contact do I want with the host community? Am I willing
to put effort into seeking out relationships with people in the host community?
How does the program design, facilitate, or inhibit contact with the host community?
How much integration do I have with the program through coursework, internships,
fieldtrips, etc.?
What can I afford?
What additional costs are involved, such as passport, visas, travel expenses,
and other out-of-pocket expenses? How much can I finance through my financial
aid? How do program costs compare? How much do I need to live comfortably
abroad?
Academic Planning
Study abroad should be an integral part of your Augsburg
studies. With a diverse range of program offerings, you can select a program
with courses offered in most majors/minors and that will help
fulfill your Augsburg Core/Augsburg Experience.
Knowing the type of courses you need to take abroad will
help narrow your choice of programs. In the Programs section of our site, you will find that
each type of program provides credit in different ways. Be sure to read and
understand the credit approval process for each type of program.
Augsburg-sponsored and Augsburg-approved consortium programs
have credit already pre-approved, but be sure to check with your academic
advisor to find out how those courses meet your specific academic requirements.
Grades received on Augsburg programs (Center for Global Education, International
Partners, and faculty-led Short-Term Programs) and HECUA are figured into the
GPA.
If you apply to a non-Augsburg program, the following credit approval policies
apply:
Credit approval must be obtained prior to departure.
Credit earned may be applied toward General Education requirements, Augsburg
Experience, and major/minor requirements and electives with the approval of
the faculty adviser. General Education requirements are approved through the
Registrar's Office. See the Credit Agreement form for instructions on the
process.
Credit will transfer on the basis of four semester credits = 1 Augsburg
course credit and 6 quarter hours = 1 Augsburg course credit. In general,
a student must register for a minimum for 12 semester credits or 21 quarter
hours per term to receive the equivalent of 4 Augsburg course credits.
You must earn a “C” grade or higher for the credit to count
towards graduation requirements.
Grades from non-Augsburg programs will be reported on
your transcript, but
will not be figured into your GPA.
If you have any questions concerning the approval for credit
transfer and course selection, contact Augsburg Abroad staff.
Program Models
Study abroad programs vary in their approach to academic
structure and cultural learning. Consider what approach may be most beneficial
to your academic and personal interests, learning style and environment:
Experiential Programs These tend to involve the student and teacher in the learning process on an
academic, personal and sometimes spiritual level. Rather than learning in a
traditional classroom, the host community becomes the primary classroom.
Direct Enrollment The primary academic learning takes place in a classroom, where the
instructor gives lectures and readings. Student learning is typically
assessed only through final examinations.
Hybrid Programs For students interested in enrolling in a foreign university but not quite
ready to do all of their coursework there. This often involves a study
center at the host site, where students take courses with other U.S.
students on the program taught by local faculty. Students may also enroll in
one or several courses at local affiliated universities.
Island Programs U.S. students travel and study together in courses designed and taught by
U.S. faculty or host country faculty. Typically, students do not interact as
much with the host culture and therefore are not able to experience
immersion in another culture.
Financial Planning
Cost & Payment Though program fees vary according to the program, you will be billed for your
program through your student account in all cases. This includes short-term,
semester or academic year programs. However, there are some charges that you
must pay directly to your program. These include:
Application fee, if required
Required Deposits (including confirmation of
participation, housing, etc.)
International Partners students pay their room and
board directly to the host institution
Students on some non-Augsburg programs may be required
to pay room and board directly to the host institution abroad, depending on
the program's payment procedures.
For students on
non-Augsburg programs, see group 3 in the Programs
section of this website.
You will be charged a minimum of Augsburg tuition and fees. However, if your program tuition is higher than Augsburg tuition, you will be charged the program tuition and a study abroad fee of:
$300 for a semester program
$400 for a full year program
$125 for short-term or summer programs
Financial Aid Financial aid, with the exception of work study, may apply toward off-campus
study. Many program costs are similar to a semester at Augsburg, with the
exception of the airfare. Since few countries allow you to work while you are
abroad, you must budget accordingly. You may apply for additional loan money to
cover these extra expenses, but be sure to check with a financial aid counselor
for details on how financial aid is applied and what your specific package will
be.
Scholarships Scholarships for study abroad are available through a number of organizations.
Information and applications are available in the Augsburg Abroad Resource
library. Also check the IIEPassport Study Abroad Funding (www.studyabroadfunding.org
) website for the most up-to-date scholarship information.
If you choose a non-Augsburg program, check with your
program for information on any scholarships or financial aid that they may
offer.
Health & Safety
We have selected HTH Worldwide to provide supplemental
international health insurance for students who study abroad. This health
insurance is mandatory, regardless of whether or not your program requires their
own coverage. Cost of the insurance is included in the tuition portion of your
program payment. For details on the coverage and extended enrollment, visit
www.hthstudents.com.
Your Parents & Family
Your parents, guardians, or family will likely have a vested
interest in your study abroad choices. It is natural that they may have some
questions or concerns about your unfamiliar surroundings and program abroad.
Sharing program information and details is one way to help them better
understand your plans and upcoming experience. They are also welcome to contact
Augsburg Abroad staff with any questions or concerns.
Support for Diverse Backgrounds
Living abroad can involve unique challenges. The culturally
different ways of addressing diversity issues such as accessibility, gender,
ethnicity, sexual identity, and religion may need to be considered when studying
abroad. Augsburg Abroad works with a number of on-campus offices to support
students from diverse backgrounds. If you would like to discuss any of these
aspects of the study abroad experience, please feel free to contact Augsburg
Abroad staff.
