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Frequently Asked Questions


Why Should I Study Abroad? 


The Big Three:

      • academic perspective
      • personal development
      • career enhancement

Become more mature and self-confident as you learn the skills to succeed in unfamiliar environments and enjoy adapting to new places.

Earn academic credit that will help you progress toward your graduation while experiencing a new environment.

Get an international experience beyond a superficial tourist experience.  Understand how culture guides values and behaviors and learn to respect different cultures.

Understand your academic major from an international perspective and how your intended career is related to increasingly global issues, co-workers, clients, customers, etc.

Practice intercultural competencies that enhance your career and social relationships.

Add something extra to your resume which will make you more appealing to employers.

Enhance your career opportunities with a second or third language which is so valuable to the future of our workforce.

 

Who can study abroad?

All college students are encouraged to study abroad!  No matter

what your academic major, or your career goals,

study abroad is relevant to all students.



Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

    • be in good standing (academic, disciplinary, financial)
    • earn a minimum cumulative g.p.a of 2.5 before participating in study abroad
    • successfully complete at least two semesters of college-level coursework (or a minimum of 18 semester credit hours) before participating in a program
    • obtain transfer credit and/or course pre-approval authorization

 

What credit will I earn on study abroad?

Study abroad allows you to earn college academic credit for courses taken while abroad, IF courses are pre-approved before you participate in a program.  From accredited institutions, academic credit should transfer the same as taking college courses at another institution in the U.S. and adding it to your degree requirements.

In order to obtain transfer credit FROM Cochise College, the class must be classified as a lower division course (either 100 or 200 level).  Upper division credit can be obtained if you are considering a program with University of Arizona or Northern Arizona University.   In this case, credit would be awarded through the university that sponsors the program.

 

When should I study abroad?

The earliest students are eligible to study abroad is the Summer after two successful semesters on campus.  It is common for students to study abroad during either Sophomore or Junior years.  A student should plan to study abroad no later than first semester of the Senior year

Freshman             Sophomore                  Junior              Senior

Fall         NO            Fall       YES                   Fall       YES       Fall       YES

Spring     NO           Spring   YES                   Spring   YES       Spring   NO

Summer YES          Summer YES                  Summer YES

 

Where should I study abroad?

Your decision of where to study abroad should be based on several important questions.

Where can I take courses I can use toward my degree (general ed. requirements and/or major)?

Am I more comfortable living day-in and day-out in a major capitol city, a smaller city, or a rural environment?

Is it practical to study in a country for which I do not speak the language fluently?


Click here to see Map of Program options


 

How can I afford to study abroad? 

Our office can help you find appropriate financial resources to fund your study abroad.  Even if you think "study abroad is too expensive for me", let us help you find alternative resources.  We encourage students to plan ahead and begin saving for study abroad at least one year in advance.

    • Institutional policies on payment for study abroad
    • Cost comparison of programs
    • Financial aid information
    • Scholarship information

 


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