What to expect
When to apply
How to apply
Enter your program of choice, personal information (name, birthday, etc.), contact information, and academic information into the online preliminary application form. This information will be used to determine if you are eligible to study abroad with USAC.
Within three days, you will receive an email to say if you are eligible to study abroad. If yes, this email will provide you with your new login credentials to your USAC Student Gateway account, where you will finish your full application.
In your Gateway account, submit and/or sign all required application materials, which will include:
Accept your spot in the program by pay a $500 enrollment confirmation deposit, if not paid directly to USAC by your home university. (The deposit is applied to your program fee.)
Submit a copy of your passport or verification that you are in the process of applying for one.
Please do not submit multiple applications for the same term. If you have more than one program in mind, apply for your first choice now. We will work with you on other options later, if needed.
Once the deposit and passport information have been received, your spot on the program is confirmed – and you’re on your way to an international adventure!
USAC welcomes students from any U.S. college or university who is*:
* Exceptions may be possible, contact USAC
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