Exchange programs

Steps to complete to participate in an exchange program

1. Complete the Education abroad application
2. Send your requests for Academic reference forms
3. Complete the Student conduct study abroad release Form
4. Once approved through the Education Abroad office, you may then apply to your destination school

Things to do right away

• Apply for a passport as one of your first planning steps. See below.
• Talk with your advisor in your college about what classes you can take abroad and what classes to take here.
• Consult with the Office of Financial Aid
• Study Abroad Hours: Mon & Wed 2-3 p.m. and Tue & Thu 11 a.m. to noon
• Contact Kat Vasko at wieland@uakron.edu

After you are admitted

You must have completed before departing:

• Education Abroad Transient form
  
  • You can search for course equivalencies
• Purchase International Health Insurance
• Health & Emergency Information form
• Program Participation Agreement & Release/Waiver of Liability
• Register with STEP (Smart Traveler Enrollment Program)

Passport & Visa

Please note: Passport processing times have increased due to covid. If you plan to travel abroad, make applying for a passport your FIRST STEP. Expect up to 18 weeks for routine service and 12 weeks for expedited service. Check the US government travel site for more details on applying and wait times.

• Your passport should generally be valid at least six months beyond the date of your anticipated return to the U.S.

• If a visa is required for entry to your destination, your Exchange University representative will provide guidance on how to obtain the visa. Please make certain to ask them about this important step.

Check for scholarship opportunities

There are a variety of scholarship opportunities for students wishing to study abroad.

Check the additional resources

There are a number of additional resources that can be helpful to students planning to study abroad.