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FAQs

Why should I study overseas?

There are numerous benefits to studying abroad, both academic and personal. On an academic level, 通过学习非校内课程或与校内课程相似但学术背景不同的课程，你会成为一个更全面的学生. You can also develop new intellectual pursuits, improve both your foreign language and English communication skills, or begin a new language. You will become more self-reliant and resourceful, make new friends, learn about your heritage or gain new perspectives on your identity, and delve into local arts, culture, cuisine, and sports. 你也会使你的简历对未来的雇主更有吸引力，因为你会提高你的人际交往能力, and you can even gain international internship or volunteer experience.

 

When should I go?

Most programs require students to have at least sophomore standing upon commencement of the program; some programs require junior status. 在康考迪亚大学欧文分校完成两个学期后，转学生可以到海外学习. Most programs are open for both semester and year-long study, but some are only available in the spring or require attendance for a full year. 考虑一下你的学位计划，在决定什么时间最适合你的时候和你的导师谈谈.

 

Can I go abroad for more than one semester? Is there a maximum?

Yes! Many students choose this option. 有些人会花一整年的时间参加同一个项目，让自己真正深入了解东道国的文化. Others go to two different locations to have two different experiences. 虽然我们鼓励学生在申请的时候决定他们是想要一个学期还是一年, most programs allow you to apply for a semester and then extend if you want to stay. You may study abroad for a maximum of two semesters on programs through our office.

 

Am I required to go to a location where I can get major/minor credit?

No. 虽然有些课程只对某些专业开放，有些课程要求你修专业学分, you can go abroad for elective credit if you choose.

 

How early can I start applying?

申请在学习前一个学期截止，并在截止学期开始时在留学办公室提供. For some programs, applications are accepted on a rolling basis and may be submitted prior to the deadline. In the case of all other programs, 在截止日期之前，申请将不被处理，提前提交不会影响入学机会.

 

Can I apply to more than one program?

Yes, but only if one of the programs is competitive. If you can't decide between several programs, the Study Abroad Office is happy to meet with you to help you narrow down your choice.

 

What is the "Two-Step Application Process"?

批准参加康考迪亚大学欧文分校的海外学习项目或交流项目是一个两步的过程. 大多数课程都需要康考迪亚大学欧文分校的申请和第二专业特定的申请. All applicants are reviewed by the Study Abroad Office and, if approved, their application is sent to the respective study abroad program. The criteria for selection differ from program to program. 被留学办公室接受并不能保证被一个项目接受，一些项目的竞争力可能会因康考迪亚大学欧文分校以外的学院的申请人数而有所不同.

 

Where can I get passport photos taken for my application?

Passport photos can be obtained at any of the following locations:
  • Walgreen's
  • Kinko's
  • CVS
  • U.S. Post Office

Is the study abroad application process competitive?

由于更高的GPA要求或入学限制，一些项目比其他项目更具竞争力. While it is rare that students are not able to participate in the program of their choice, we do advise students applying to competitive programs to choose a backup as well.

 

Eligibility

Is there a minimum required GPA?

No, 学生需要有良好的学术成绩，没有试用期才能通过留学办公室出国留学. Some programs have a higher GPA requirement due to their academic rigor.

 

Can only certain majors study abroad?

No. All programs are open to all students regardless of major, with the following exceptions:

  • ESELSCA -双学位课程-您可以在巴黎学习一个学期而无需获得双学位

Do I have to speak a foreign language?

No. The Study Abroad Office administers some programs with no language requirement whatsoever. In addition, many other programs have language requirements of as few as two semesters. Check with the individual program for information regarding specific requirements.

 

My program requires two semesters of a college-level language - what does this mean?

两个学期的大学水平语言课程相当于完成了该语言的第二学期课程. 你也可以通过参加分班考试和第二学期的分班来满足这一要求.

 

Credit

Where can I find a list of the courses that count for my major/minor abroad?

留学办公室有一些认可的康考迪亚大学欧文分校在一些留学项目中提供的一些课程的对等课程列表. This is by no means an exhaustive list. 学生可以查看他们所选课程的在线课程目录，并询问他们的学术顾问是否可以为个别课程授予主修/副修学分. Many departments keep lists of courses that have been pre-approved. If a course you want to take has not been pre-approved, your advisor may ask for a syllabus or course description to evaluate the content. Syllabi and course descriptions can often be found online; if you cannot find them contact the Study Abroad Office.

 

Will all the courses that I take be awarded Concordia University Irvine credit?

Usually. 所有通过康考迪亚大学欧文分校提供的本科学习领域的海外留学办公室项目学习的课程将被授予康考迪亚大学欧文分校学分，并将计入64个单元的居住要求. 不被授予康考迪亚大学欧文分校学分的课程包括全球旅游或游戏产业管理, which are areas of study not offered at Concordia University Irvine.

 

Can I take General Education courses abroad?

Yes, for some courses as long as it has been pre-approved. At this time, the CORE cannot be taken abroad.

 

Overseas Travel and Housing

Does Concordia University Irvine arrange my travel?

No. Some programs are operated in cooperation with other universities or organizations, and group flights may be available. Many of the programs offer excursions with pre-arranged transportation during the term.

 

What kind of travel documents will I need?

All students studying abroad must have a passport, which should be valid for at least six months beyond the last day of their program. Before departing the U.S., you will also need to obtain a student visa from your host country's consulate. Visa procedures are different for each country, and processing times can take as little as one day or as long as three months. Note that most consulates keep your passport while processing your visa, so you will not be able to travel outside of the U.S. during that time. 国际学生应该记住，签证程序可能与他们在美国的签证程序不同.S.-citizen counterparts. Once you have decided on a destination, 查看该国的领事网站，熟悉学生签证的要求.

 

What are the overseas living arrangements?

Living arrangements vary between programs. Housing options include dormitories (either with dining halls or cooking facilities), homestays, and apartments (with other Americans, native citizens, or other foreign students).

 

Costs & Financial Aid

Is studying abroad financially possible?

Yes! Many students fear that studying abroad will be too expensive. But there are programs for a wide range of budgets. The key is to be flexible about where you study abroad. 如果您想了解估计的计划费用，请参阅本网站的计划页面.

 

Can I use my financial aid to go overseas?

Yes. Concordia University Irvine financial aid including loans, grants, 奖学金(不包括体育或项目奖学金)适用于康考迪亚大学欧文分校资助的海外学习项目和交流. Financial aid packages are reevaluated in consideration of the cost of a specific program, and aid packages are adjusted according to the modified cost of attendance.

 

如果预计海外学期的费用低于校内学期, 估计的家庭捐款将保持不变，一揽子援助将减少. If a program is projected to be more than an on-campus semester, 学生和家庭可能有资格获得额外的贷款，数额与价格差异相同.

Are there any scholarships available? What about working abroad?

Scholarships are available for certain overseas programs. 详细的经济援助和奖学金信息可在留学办公室的一般信息部分的网页下的费用. Generally, 在非西方国家或发展中国家留学有更多的奖学金. Scholarships for study in Europe and Australia are quite limited. Students can work part-time in the U.K. and Australia only.

 

Contacts

May I talk to an alumnus of the program?

留学办公室会有一份以前在康考迪亚大学欧文分校学习过的学生名单，可以联系他们.

Next Steps

预约时间了解我们的海外留学项目并讨论您的兴趣, options and questions with the Moon International Center Assistant Director.

Dana Peterson, Assistant Director, Moon International Center

[email protected] | 949-214-3469

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