Students
Please Note and Plan Accordingly:
Summer Office Hours (beginning Monday, May 14th)
Monday-Friday: 10am - 3pm
Advising Hours:
Monday-Friday 12pm - 3pm Drop-in
*No drop-in advising in STSS
An experience abroad is often the single most important and rewarding activity a student engages in during their academic career. It can also be a lot of hard work and at times the process is by its nature confusing and complex! You can always call or come in to see us.
If you're new to study abroad:
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Attend a First Step Meeting
Only University of Minnesota students are required to create a profile.
Non University of Minnesota students should visit the Next Steps web page for a step-by-step guide on how to go abroad with the UofM
In-person First Step for Study Abroad (also covers credit bearing internships & service-learning), no appointment necessary
Location: 230 Heller Hall, West Bank (map)
Spring Semester Schedule
Monday: 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday: 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 2:30 p.m.
Thursday: 10:30 a.m.
Friday: 1 p.m.
*Please note that because we cover so much information in a short period of time, if you are late you will have to attend a different in-person First Step meeting or complete the online First Step
Online First Step for Study Abroad (also covers credit bearing internships & service learning)
Online First Step for Work, Intern, & Volunteer Abroad (non-credit, independent opportunities)
Online First Step for Teach English Abroad
Download our First Step Handbooks
• Work, Intern, Volunteer & Teach English Abroad Handbook
Liberal Education Database
Many courses have already been reviewed to meet Liberal Education requirements. Go to the Liberal Education Database to search for courses or submit ones for approval.
