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Program Contact
If you have questions regarding the application process, special needs, eligibility, or need assistance completing the requested forms, please contact:
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Sarah Young sarahy@umn.edu 612.624.1537 |
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Arianna Austin wilco154@umn.edu 612.626.4523 |
Application Checklist
Follow this checklist to apply for the program.
| Review the Eligibility Requirements | |
| Apply by the Application Deadline | |
| Plan to attend the mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation | |
| Apply for your passport | |
| Research Scholarship Possibilities | Complete and submit the following pieces to the Learning Abroad Center (map): |
- Print and Submit: Application Checklist
- Learning
Abroad Application
On the top portion of the form, please indicate the following to help us identify your program:
Program Name: Global Seminar Title
Sponsor: LAC
Program Track/Host Institution: Leave blank
- Second Program Choice: Under Program Name, list a second Global Seminar that you would like to be considered for, should your first choice fill. Please clearly indicate your choices by numbering your first and second choice. A second choice is not mandatory.
- Application Essay
In approximately 250 words, describe why you selected this program and how it suits your academic and personal goals. Include dates and information on any previous experiences living, traveling, or studying abroad.
- College Transcript
Submit an official or unofficial copy of your college transcript from each institution you have attended or are currently attending.
- Method
of Payment
Submit a $50 non-refundable application fee with this form.
Eligibility Requirements
This program is open to all individuals. Eligibility does not require University
of Minnesota status. Students meeting the criteria below are qualified to apply
for this program:
| Language Level | No language prerequisite |
| GPA | 2.5 |
| Class Standing | Freshman and above |
Submit complete applications to the Learning Abroad Center according to the appropriate deadline:
| Term | Priority Deadline * | Final Deadline* ** |
| Winter break | October 1 | November 1 |
| May Session | February 1 | March 1 |
*If the deadline falls on a weekend, submit your materials on the following business day.
**Applications from graduate students will be considered after the priority deadline.
Application Approval Process
Here's what to expect after submitting your application to the Learning Abroad Center:
- The Learning Abroad Center sends an email notification to confirm that your application has been received.
- The Learning Abroad Center emails you to request missing items if your application is incomplete.
- Your completed application is reviewed.
- The Learning Abroad Center emails you within 3–4 weeks with a decision regarding your acceptance into the program.
- If accepted, follow the instructions outlined in the acceptance email. You need to pay a program deposit to the Learning Abroad Center.
- If you choose not to complete the application process, email the program contact.
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Last modified on July 1, 2008 |