Application and Admission
Students can apply for this program by completing a study abroad application and submitting it to 109 International Center.
To obtain an application click here or go to the Office of Study Abroad.
Applications must be received by October 15th for winter break programs. We strongly recommend that students apply early as this program may fill to capacity prior to this deadline.
The selection of applicants is done on a rolling admission basis. Applicants are evaluated and considered for admission throughout the academic year based on the eligibility criteria for this program and not necessarily on a first-come, first-served basis.
A $100 application fee is required. Students will receive a bill from the MSU Student Accounts Office for the application fee that is applied to the cost of the program and is non-refundable once a student has accepted admission into the program. Students who have accepted admission will also be billed for a non-refundable and non-transferable $200 deposit, also applied to the cost of the program.
Students who wish to withdraw their application are required to notify the Office of Study Abroad, in writing, that they no longer intend to participate.
Detailed information about application procedures, the acceptance process, pre-departure orientation, on-site logistics, and returning home will be provided in the Student Handbook which is given to students when they submit an application or you can read it on-line by clicking here.
Students who are unable to pay the deposit by the due date are encouraged to apply for a short-term loan with the MSU Office of Financial Aid.
A valid passport is required for entry into most foreign countries. Some countries may also require a visa. Students are responsible for inquiring about all entry requirements for this program, as well as other countries they plan to visit before or after this program. It is important for students to understand that they may be denied entry into, or be deported from, a country for which they have not obtained the required documentation.
Passport information - click here
It is strongly recommended that students consult with their personal physician or a travel clinic at least three (3) months prior to their departure. Students need to ensure their routine immunizations are up-to-date; inquire whether there are recommended and/or required immunizations for the country/countries they will visit (including any countries they will visit that are not part of this study abroad program's itinerary); and review educational issues relevant to their personal health and well being.
Health information and recommendations - click here
