STUDY ABROAD.
The Office of International Academic Services (IAS) facilitates the development, support and implementation of study abroad programs. Students wishing to pursue a study abroad program for a semester, year, summer or intersession must work with IAS to plan their program, to seek advice while abroad and to successfully transfer academic credits and integrate the experience abroad into the UMW academic community. Students must meet the eligibility requirements of UMW and, if appropriate, the host institution abroad. Students should consult the Office of Financial Aid to determine how aid might apply to study abroad. All students studying abroad pay a $300.00 study abroad fee per semester. This fee is pro-rated for summer programs.
Non-UMW Programs and UMW “Direct” Programs
At the time of departure for a non-UMW study abroad program, a student must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. Students must submit a Transfer Credit Permission form before departure to ensure transfer of credit. The student works with IAS, their advisor and departmental chairs to determine the most appropriate selection of courses. Course work taken without prior approval will not be granted transfer credit upon the completion of study abroad. Students are responsible for having the transcript from their study abroad program sent to IAS.
UMW Programs
At the time of departure for a UMW study abroad program, a student must not be on a second suspension. If a student is on a first suspension they are eligible to depart only after being advised by a dean in the Office of Academic Services.