Study Abroad and Off-Campus Study

Step One: Meet with the GPS Study Abroad Team
 

Approved Partner Programs only: Before applying for a study abroad program, attend an Introductory Advising Meeting with GPS.

Step Two: Apply for Off-Campus Study Approval
 

Students must also apply for Off-Campus Study Approval through Global Programs and Studies (GPS) and receive course approval from academic advisors or departments. Federal, State and Wheaton Financial Aid may apply to programs approved by GPS, except as noted. Students are eligible for one semester of off-campus study on an approved partner program.

The Off-Campus Study Approval application for Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 will open in early November 2026.

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APPLICATION TIMELINE
For Off-campus Study in Fall 2027 and Spring 2028

• Application Deadline: Monday, February 1, 2027
• Faculty Recommendation Deadline: Friday, February 12, 2027
• Program Placement Notification: Friday, February 19, 2027

Late applications will NOT be accepted. All applications will be held for review until the application deadline; only complete applications will be reviewed.

Students should not submit an application through the program partner until they receive a program placement decision from the GPS Office.

Step Three: Apply to Your Specific Partner Program
 

Partner program applications are program-specific. Please review the application instructions and guidelines on the program website for details.

Step Four: Complete Semester Off-Campus Study Requirements

For semester off-campus study, students must declare the Intercultural Engagement Endorsement (IEE) and complete the GPS 233: Preparation for Off-campus Study (1 credit) course in B-quad of the semester prior to off-campus study. Students must complete both requirements to be considered eligible for off-campus study approval.