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News Updates - Study Abroad Updates

Study Abroad Updates

 

Study Abroad Updates

Published by the International Programs Office, these news updates and advisories are meant for approved and prospective study abroad students at Santa Clara University.

  •  Study Abroad Orientation: Follow Up

    Tuesday, May. 12, 2009
    Important follow information for students who have completed the mandatory pre-departure orientation program on Saturday, May 9, 2009 or any of the two make-up sessions.
  •  SCU Cuba Fall 2009 - Cancelled

    Monday, May. 4, 2009
    The fall 2009 SCU program in Cuba has been canceled due to low enrollment.
  •  Fr. Eng's Message on the Swine Influenza

    Friday, May. 1, 2009
    Although no cases of swine flu have been reported at Santa Clara University, we are addressing the possibility of a flu outbreak with caution and are actively monitoring all reports and information. As always, the safety and well being of all members of the University community ? students, staff, and faculty ? are our primary concern.
  •  SCU Scotland Summer 2009 - Changed

    Friday, Apr. 10, 2009
    Due to low enrollment the SCU Scotland Summer Program has been canceled, but students who had been approved for the program can still enroll in the Arcadia Stirling Summer Program directly and pay directly to Arcadia.
  •  International House - Opens Fall 2009

    Friday, Apr. 3, 2009
    Beginning Fall 2009, International House, a CyPhi RLC program co-sponsored by International Programs Office and the International Student Services. I-House will be lodged in Swig Hall, 5th floor, as a special-focus floor within CyPhi RLC beginning in fall of 2009.
  •  SF Spanish Consulate NEW Visa Policy

    Tuesday, Mar. 24, 2009
    Students who intend to apply for the Spanish visa through the Spanish Consulate in San Francisco are now required to have purchased a round-trip ticket to Spain prior to the submitting their visa application.
  •  Associate Programs - Academic Policy Clarification

    Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2009
    This is further clarification of the academic policy for the following Associate Programs: Antioch Buddhist Studies Program, Gonzaga University-Florence Program, and the University of Virginia's Semester at Sea Program.
  •  Summer Abroad Programs - Still Open Until April 15th

    Wednesday, Mar. 4, 2009
    Summer Abroad programs are still an option for students. We are still accepting new petitions until April 15 for Rome, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Germany, London, Scotland. Participate in any of the Summer Abroad Week (March 9 - 13, 2009) events to get more information.
  •  IES Rome Fall 09 Students Required to Participate in SCU Rome Honors Program

    Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009
    IES Rome Fall 09 students are now required to participate in the new SCU Rome Honors Program.
  •  Syracuse Transcript Policy

    Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009
    Santa Clara students who studied abroad on any of Syracuse University's programs will need to request an official transcript to be sent to Santa Clara University at the conclusion of their programs. This policy includes students who studied with Syracuse Fall 2008.
  •  New Zealand programs in Price Level II

    Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009
    Based on revised costing estimates for the 2009-2010 academic year, New Zealand-based programs will remain in Price Level II while Australia, Ireland, Denmark, and others have been moved to the more expensive Price Level III.
  •  New SCU Rome Honors Program - Fall 2009/ Winter 2010

    Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009
    We are happy to report that Santa Clara University has successfully negotiated a custom program option in Rome with IES at a reduced price with the same quality student, housing, and academic services provided by IES.
  •  New SCU Barcelona Program - Fall 2009/ Winter 2010

    Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009
    We are happy to report that Santa Clara University has successfully negotiated a custom program option in Barcelona with IES at a reduced price with the same quality student, housing, and academic services provided by IES.
  •  Important Tips for Approved Students

    Friday, Jan. 30, 2009
    Students who have been approved to apply to a study abroad program should read these helpful tips in completing their responsibilities in order to maintain their approved status.
  •  Antioch - Buddhist Studies Status Changed to Associate Program

    Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009
    Antioch College's Buddhist Studies Program has now been changed to Associates Status which means participants can still receive SCU credits, but their financial aid and enrollment status will change.
  •  Gonzaga-in-Florence Changed to Associate Program

    Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009
    Gonzaga University's Florence Program has been changed to Associates Status which means participants can still receive SCU credits, but their financial aid and enrollment status will change.
  •  Semester at Sea Status Changed to Associate Program

    Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009
    University of Virginia's Semester at Sea Program has now been changed to Associates Status which means participants can still receive SCU credits, but their financial aid and enrollment status will change.
  •  Provost Announces New Study Abroad Policy

    Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009
    The formidable challenges created by the current economic situation have led the University to reconsider how it offers study abroad opportunities to students. Provost Lucia Gilbert released a new study abroad policy directing the International Programs Office to contain expenditures on study abroad.
  •  Changes to Study Abroad Fees for 2009 - 2010

    Friday, Jan. 9, 2009
    Due to the current economic crisis, the University will be changing some of the study abroad fees schedules. A number of programs have been moved to Price Level III.