Santa Clara University

Resources for Students Currently Abroad

• Frequently Asked Questions

  Frequently Asked Questions about registration process, deadlines, course approval, billing, etc.

• Study Abroad Handbook

  Helpful guide to a successful study abroad experience including tips, articles, registration guidelines, deadlines, procedures.

• Pre-Departure Orientation Program

  Trying to find some helpful tips, checklist, handbook, and comments made during your mandatory pre-departure orientation at Santa Clara? Revisit the Pre-Departure Orientation Program website for all the resources covered at the various sessions.

• How to Register for Winter Quarter Classes

  Coming back to campus for the Winter term? Don't know how to register for your classes? Are you concerned that your Winter registration appointment time (Santa Clara time) is scheduled for an unsafe local time? Find out how to register for your Winter courses safely, effectively, and efficiently.

• Ways to Get Involved at SCU

  Looking for ways to get involved in international education opportunities at Santa Clara? Find out how to be part of the International Ambassadors program to better your chance of getting hired as a Study Abroad Peer Advisor, reflect on your abroad experience, etc?

• Pre-Approved Courses

  Search the online database of pre-approved study abroad courses as signed off by respective department chairs.

• Course Approval Procedure

  Guidelines on getting a study abroad course approved to fulfill a major, minor, or core requirement.

• Department Chairs

  Complete list of Department Chairs who are authorized to approve study abroad courses to fulfill SCU requirements.

• Course Approval Form (pdf)

  Download the form used to get a course approved.

• Tips for Returning Students

  Resources to help in your re-entry process back to the Santa Clara community.