Planning
Before you begin:
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READ the Handbook for Off-Campus Study. Make sure you are familiar with all of Macalester's Procedures and Policies regarding Study Abroad.
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THINK about what you want to accomplish academically by studying abroad.
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LOOK for a program that meets your academic needs. Start with Macalester's recommended programs.
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TALK to a study abroad advisor and your faculty advisor. A study abroad advisor can help you choose among the many options available. Your faculty advisor must approve your plan, so he or she is key to your decision.
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KEEP in mind that Macalester's goal is that your study abroad experience be one of academic excellence.
Important Questions to think about when Choosing a Program:
- What are the courses that you would like to take while you are abroad? Do you need these courses to complete your major(s) or minor(s)?
- What are your educational goals for study abroad?
- Do you want to complete an independent study, do an internship or Direct Enroll into a University abroad?
- Is a Homestay an important part of your program?
- What are your language skills? How many semesters of a language have you taken?
- Do you want to study in the developed or in the developing world?
Where to begin:
Start with your MAJOR(S). Click on Recommended Programs to find the Macalester Recommended Programs best suited for your major.
Download the Study Abroad Application in the APPLYING section of our website.
Don't forget to...
- Think about the immunizations or vaccinations you might need
- Look up visa requirements - some countries may have lengthy processes
- Check the deadlines of your programs! Each program may have a different deadline than Mac.
- Get a Passport if you do not already have one!
