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Study Abroad

Criteria  for  Participation

Planning plays a big part in making your academic experience abroad successful!   Whether you have decided on a major or not, start planning in your Freshman year.

1.  Before applying to a Study Abroad program, identify your reasons for wanting to study abroad.

2.  Check if you have basic qualifications to apply.  The Study Abroad Program is open to students who have a general cumulative index of 2.75 (some programs require 3.0 or above) and an index of 3.0 in their major.

3.  The majority of students spend a semester or a year abroad during their junior year.  In some cases, students can study during their second semester sophomore year or first semester senior year.  Because of Manhattan College's curricular requirements, students from the Schools of Education and Business should plan for the second semester of their Sophomore year.  Try to take most of  the required courses for your major prior to studying abroad since some Manhattan College major programs require that most (if not all) of their courses be taken on campus.  The more elective courses you have, the greater your flexibility in choosing appropriate programs and courses abroad.

4.  Set up an appointment to meet with the Study Abroad Advisor to identify specific Study Abroad Programs that meet your needs and interests.

5.  See the academic advisor in the School in which you are enrolled, as well as your departmental/major/minor advisor.  Their approval of your plans is essential.  Discuss the options available, what you want to do, where, for how long, and how your plans fit in the overall degree program you are pursuing.

6.  Speak to students who have participated in Study Abroad Programs.  The Study Abroad Advisor will provide names and addresses.

7.  Check all the facts about credits.  Get approval for credit transfer in writing  (Form A)  from your department chairperson, academic advisor and major advisor.

8.  Financial Aid:  All students receiving financial aid must contact the Student Financial Services Office for information on grants, scholarships and loans that may be used abroad.  Many programs offer their own financial aid or scholarships.  You will find this information in the program brochure.

In order to get credit for study abroad:

  • all courses must be approved in advance by your major/minor advisor(s), the Chairperson of the department of your major/minor and the Academic Advisor of your School.
  • you must earn a C or better in each course except where the Major department requires a higher grade.
  • you must carry a full course load (minimum 12 credits)

You will not receive credit for courses that duplicate material studied at MC or CMSV.

This page last updated March 2, 2007 by N. Cave