Getting Started
Current Pre-Application Deadlines
Summer 2023: March 1, 2023
Fall 2024 - Spring 2025: December 10, 2023
The Study Abroad pre-application and the pre-departure process can be time-consuming.
WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND SPEAKING WITH YOUR ACADEMIC ADVISOR ABOUT YOUR STUDY ABROAD PLANS AND WORKING ON A FOUR-YEAR (GRADUATION) PLAN DURING YOUR FRESHMAN YEAR.
Once you know the courses you need to take to complete your degree requirements, it will help determine the best time to study abroad and which courses to take while abroad.
No retroactive credits will be given to students who do not follow our application process and deadlines.
APPLYING TO STUDY ABROAD IS A TWO-STEP PROCESS.
You should plan to apply at the beginning of your Sophomore year.
- Students must meet with a Study Abroad Advisor and complete a USF STUDY ABROAD PRE-APPLICATION online for their program of choice. Pre-Applications completed by the December 10th deadline will be reviewed and students will be notified of their nomination by the 3rd week of January.
- Accepted students can then apply for their nominated program. Students are responsible for submitting their host program's application and required documentation by the program's deadline. Please note that nomination by USF does not guarantee acceptance by the host program.
Interested in studying abroad? Find out if you're eligible here.