Please keep in mind that a majority of this information applies to our semester study abroad students. Students participating in spring break and summer programs will receive a majority of their information from their program directors and the Study Abroad Office directly.
Academic Considerations
For students studying on Citadel semester programs:
- You will be registered in a Citadel course placeholder
- You must complete a minimum of 12 credit hours at your host institution
- Make sure to pay any fees on your Citadel e-Bill account prior to departure
- Discuss your course selection and schedule with your academic advisor for the semester you return home
For students studying on independent programs:
- Please pay your program fee to your provider
- You must complete a minimum of 12 credit hours at your host institution
- Complete your Transient Permission Form; The Office of Study Abroad is more than happy to help you if you have any questions
- Update the Citadel’s Office of Study Abroad, International, and Domestic Programs with any new course approvals
- Discuss your course selection and schedule with your academic advisor for the semester you return home
General
- Be sure that your passport will be valid six months after returning from your term abroad. If not, apply for a new passport now – Passport Resources can be found in the “Plan for Study Abroad” section of this page
- If you are on a Citadel program, your Citadel study abroad program advisor will inform you about your program’s visa requirements
- If you are on an independent program, you will need to research visa requirements and take the necessary steps to obtain one; your program advisor through your third-party provider is a great resource for this as well
- Register with the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) through the State Department
- Research your host country for current events, government figures, currency, and culture
- Gather copies of the following information into two files, and leave one copy of this information with someone at home:
- Airline tickets
- 2 copies of passport and visa (email a copy to yourself)
- Driver’s license
- Blood type
- Eyeglass prescription
- Credit card information for cards that you will be carrying while abroad
- Medical contact information (doctor, dentist, specialist)
- Medical prescriptions
- Medical insurance
- Provide a copy of itinerary, travel plans, and contact information to a friend or family member
- Notify bank and credit card companies of your plans to travel abroad
- Attend all mandatory meetings and carefully review the information provided
- Review our online pre-departure orientation information
Cadet Notes
- Rings – Orders for rings are placed during the spring semester for rising seniors
- If a student is a rising senior and studying abroad during the spring semester they are advised to submit their ring applications prior to departure
- If you have any questions about this process please contact the specific point of contact at the Citadel Foundation
- Rank: If you are interested in applying for rank for the next academic year please make sure that the Commandant’s Office is aware of your interest and plans before you go abroad