School can be boring when surrounded by the same environment all the time, so why not study in the Czech Republic or Ireland? While you hit the books, you can lounge on the beaches of Hawaii or enjoy a two-day safari in Tanzania, Africa, where you can see lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and African buffalo, up close! If you don’t like the heat, you can bundle up at cozy cafes in Fulda, Germany during your winter semester. Besides studying for your class courses, you can learn about the culture, language, and habits in the country of your choice.
Going to a new country can be scary, and adjusting to new environments is never easy, that’s why professors with previous knowledge of the country are there for you every step of the way. You still have plenty of free time to have fun with your friends!
SUNY schools across the state offer programs all around the globe. Cortland offers 44 programs on six continents for all majors. If Cortland doesn’t have the place you’re looking for, you’re welcome to try another SUNY school. If you want specifics and details about a program, you can visit the International Programs Office in Old Main, room 219, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday-Friday, as well as, every Wednesday at 3:00 pm, in room 220, the colloquium. You can also visit the SUNY Cortland home page then click the sidebar and hit the tab where it says “Academics”, there you should find a “Study Abroad” link where you can find further details and contact information.
The study abroad fair is another great way to learn more about the program, faculty and students who have experience with studying abroad are there to describe their trip and answer any questions you might have. The fair will be held in Corey Union, Lower Lobby Friday, February 10, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. If you attend you can even enter to win one of two $500 travel awards! End up missing it? No worries! Cortland will often send emails to your student outlook account about study abroad opportunities, whether it’s Webex meetings or reminders of upcoming information sessions.
On the SUNY Cortland website or at a study abroad meeting, the requirements to attend the trip are stated. Things such as GPA requirements, application deadlines, deposit amounts, study statements, two academic recommendations, your official transcript, as well as an up-to-date FAFSA on file for the period you wish to study abroad. Deadlines and deposits differ with each program, a minimum GPA of 2.5 is required for most if not all study abroad trips. If you need any help figuring out the requirements, your advisor is there to help you out. Cost of the trip is not a problem! If you are currently receiving financial aid, contact your financial aid advisor. If you are not eligible for financial aid or wish to increase your aid, a listing of alternative loans and additional funding is available on the Financial Aid Office Private Loans/Additional Funding webpage.
There are countless ways to create an unforgettable experience during your college years, and traveling around the world can be one of them! Safe travels Red Dragons!