Overview

This page reviews the general application process for study abroad at the University of West Florida

Instructions

All students planning to apply for study abroad must attend a Study Abroad Information Session held in the fall or spring semester. INformation Sessions review the general requirements for study abroad at UWF and the forms process outlined below. 

Step 1

Attend a Study Abroad Information Session. All students planning to apply for study abroad must attend a Study Abroad Information Session held in the fall or spring semester. INformation Sessions review the general requirements for study abroad at UWF and the forms process outlined below. 

Step 2

Create a profile in the UWF Study Abroad Program and Application Database at uwf.abroadoffice.net. The database is not currently linked to the UWF Banner system, which means students will need to create an account using their email address and UWF ID number. Students may create an account at any time between admission and the program application deadline. Example, a freshman may create an account during their first semester at UWF and apply to study abroad in the fall of their junior year. 

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Step 3

Find a program which meets your academic needs and international interests. Study Abroad Program Selection is different for every student. Study Abroad Services encourages students to find the best program for them as an individual. Students should consider the following when selecting a program: Location, language requirements, courses available, cost, fit for major program at UWF, and personal interest in international culture. To start the application, login to your account at uwf.abroadoffice.net. Links to apply can be found in the list of programs be country OR on the program description page.

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When students click the Apply option, the forms required for program application will be added to their account profile.

Step 5

Complete the Online and Application Forms for the program. 

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Step 6 (Optional Application step for some programs)

Students may be asked to interview or audition with the faculty leader for short-term programs. Other optional application steps requiring action outside of the Study Abroad Database at uwf.abroadofifice.net may be requested. 

Review of Study Abroad Application

After the Conduct Clearance Form is submitted and Application Forms are completed, students will be marked as "Review" or "Application Review" in their account at uwf.abroadoffice.net. The application review process includes verification a student has

Approval to Study Abroad

Students who meet all of the application steps and eligibility requirements for their selected study abroad program may be approved to study abroad. Please note, some programs have limited spaces for participants which may result in qualified applicants not being approved to participate if eligibile applications exceed available spaces. If a student is approved to study abroad, the student will receive a notification email from studyabroad@uwf.edu with instructions to login to their account for further action.

Program or Host Institution Application

Students who are approved to study in exchange programs with partner institutions abroad OR in transfer credit programs with other universities or study abroad providers OR in internship program abroad will need to complete the program or host application after UWF approval. Program and host applications vary. Some require online form submission. Others may require students to complete printed forms. Most programs will require students to submit official transcripts and/or recommendation letters or other application items by mail. UWF Study Abroad Services will direct students to the host or program application after they have been approved for their selected program. Students should keep in mind that transfer credit programs and internship abroad programs may require an application fee or deposit. Non-UWF Application Fees or Deposits may vary from $100 up to a portion of the total program fee. 

 

Before departing from the US, Students should follow instructions for Completing Study Abroad Enrollment Forms.

FAQs

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