Study abroad is normally limited to juniors and first semester seniors. Students should consult the chairperson of their major department for specific requirements. To be eligible for study abroad, an index of 2.8 and the approval of the department chairperson and the Coordinator of Academic Advisement are required.
The process is begun with the Coordinator of Academic Advisement. The student presents the reasons for going abroad, since these reasons will influence the choice of country and courses to be taken. Consideration is given to major and foreign language ability, when applicable. A major focus is the opportunity to learn about the people, society, and culture of another country.
Students review programs, courses, cost, and requirements with the Coordinator of Academic Advisement, the chairperson of the major department, and the Academic Advisor.
A student is given a Study Abroad packet to be completed and used as the contract between the student and the College of Mount Saint Vincent for transfer credits. Transferable courses will be those courses which are comparable to the College of Mount Saint Vincent courses, as well as courses relating to the culture and society of other peoples, e.g. Art of Rome; Societal issues in England. Students are expected to be full time students in their studies abroad. Completed contracts are filed with the Registrar, Chairperson, Academic Advisor, and the Coordinator of Academic Advisement. Usually 12-15 credits per semester can be transferred.
Before leaving for the semester or year abroad, students make a tentative schedule with their advisor for the semester of their return to the College. Registration is provided for students who are studying abroad.
Information on many programs can be reviewed in Room 307 and discussed with the Coordinator of Academic Advisement. All students are encouraged to come by to check out the many possibilities for an international experience in studying abroad.
