CUAbroad: Horizons beyond the

Classroom Odyssey Day, April 15, 2011

Presented by Ella A. Sweigert

Director of Education Abroad (CUAbroad)

The Center for Global EducationThe Catholic University of America

What is CUAbroad ?

The education abroad office of the Center for Global Education (CGE) at the Catholic University of AmericaWe support CGE’s efforts to advance the international character of the University Develop, support and promote, and support a wide range of education abroad options for the CUA community

What does CUAbroad do?

Develop and administer education abroad programs

Coordinate efforts with CUA academic and administrative units and institutions in the US and abroad

Serve our students, faculty and the CUA community

Services We Provide

Educational abroad advising (group, individual, and walk-in)

Education Abroad 101: Getting Started (informational sessions on Mon, Tue, Wed)

Evaluate overseas courses for CUA equivalencies Pre-departure (general and program-specific) Re-entry workshopsLife After Study Abroad Conference Global Student Ambassadors

Additional Services

International resource library and travel informationVisa application assistance International Student and Teacher Identity Cards (ISIC & ITIC) Emergency evacuation coverage (On Call International)

Foreign transcript evaluation upon returnAnd much more…

Why Study or Intern Abroad?

Academic credit toward degreeLearn or perfect foreign language skillsGain experience in a career field (internships)Strengthen the resumeTravel and meet new people Gain intercultural skills & competenceBroaden one’s perspectiveView US from a more global perspective

CUA in Rome: Flagship Program

Fall or spring semesters No prior knowledge of Italian required Courses taught in English & ItalianLiberal Arts TrackImmersion Track Full-time on-site CUA resident director & residence staffHost family or student residenceFacilities: library, computer lab, lounge Excursions to Tuscany and the Bay of Naples, buffalo mozzarella farm, etc.

CUA Oxford Program – Flagship Program

Fall or spring Semesters & summer3.5 G.P.A. for U Grads, 3.8 for Grads)

A wide range of subjectsTake 3 tutorials for 15 undergrad credits

(9 for graduates)

Lots of reading, researching and writing when not meeting with tutors

Affiliation with Oxford college Oxford student housing (single rooms, shared kitchen, lounge & bathroom)Extracurricular activities, clubs, etc.

International Internships

Gain practical experience Earn course credits Enhance the resume and career

prospectsLOCATIONS:

BELGIUM: Brussels/Leuven UK: London, EnglandIRELAND: DublinAdditional options to teach, work and volunteer abroad

Semester Abroad: An Overview

Open to all majors Programs on five continentsNon-traditional destinations15-16 credits (9 for graduate students)Instruction in English, host country’s language or bothWide range of subjects taught Fulfill requirements in major, minor, distribution, electives

Semester and Academic Year Options

Austria (NEW), Australia, Argentina, Belgium, Chile,

China, Ecuador, France, Germany, Greece, India,

Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Morocco,

New Zealand, Poland, Spain, South Africa, UK

Short-term Programs

CUA faculty-led programsDirect-enrollment programs Spring break or summer One to six weeks in length1, 3, 6 or 9 creditsHost families or student housingOpen to undergraduates & graduatesMust have 2.5 min. G.P.A.Mexico, Greece, Berlin, Italy, etc. Perfect for any major

Non-CUA Program Options

Not affiliated with CUA (but are accredited)Offered by other institutions & organizationsCUAbroad reviews and grants approvalsApplication & course approval process is similarCUA grants and scholarships do not applyMust take courses for graded creditC or better must be earned for credit to transferReceive transfer credit

Financing Education AbroadStudying Abroad is quite affordable!

CUA PROGRAMS & AFFILIATED PROGRAMSCUA students pay tuition plus a program fee (generally $5,000)Includes instruction, housing, pre-departure and on-site orientation, excursions, and meals (if offered) Also includes ISIC, emergency evacuation insuranceVisa, round-trip airfare and personal expenses not included No CUA campus housing and meal plan charged while abroadCost breakdown sheets provided (shared with Financial Aid)CUA grants & scholarships, federal & state aid are ALL available for affiliated programsAutumn Advantage Scholarship ($1,000 off program fee)IES, Fordham, Gilman, Boren, Fulbright, and other scholarships

Eligibility Requirements

Semester Programs Completed 45 credits at college levelFull-time student seeking a degree-seeking Min. G.P.A.: 2.8 (Most programs: 3.0, Oxford Honors program is 3.5)

Summer ProgramsSpring break of freshmen year or anytime after thatMin. G.P.A.: 2.5 and above

Getting Started: It is Never too Early

Visit the CUAbroad office & web site Attend an Education Abroad 101 Info SessionResearch program options, check out coursesTalk with former participantsDiscuss plans with faculty advisor and parents!Get approval for proposed coursesApply early (Deadlines: March 1 and October 1)HOW TO APPLY: Online Application, Statement of Purpose, Transcript, Letter of Recommendation, Course Approval, Resume (for internships), Proof of Health Insurance, Copy of Passport, Photos, etc.

CUAbroad Staff

Ella Sweigert, Director of Education Abroad

Madison Bolls, Global Program Manager

111 McMahon HallPhone: (202) 319-6010

Web: http://cuabroad.cua.edu Email: cuabroad@cua.edu

Contact CUAbroad

LOCATION: 111 McMahon HallTel: 202-319-6010Fax: 202-319-6673WEB: http://cuabroad.cua.edu EMAIL: cuabroad@cua.eduSkype: CUABROADhttp://cuabroad.cua.eduFollow us on