Study Abroad General Information:

It is possible for any student to study abroad. All it takes is a little planning. Some programs have no language requirement, but others do, and if you'd like to attend a program that requires more proficiency than you have, enroll in the needed courses so that in a year or two you'll be prepared. If the courses you plan to take abroad will not help fulfill your major requirements, double up on major courses for a semester or two at your college or university.

WHERE TO START: Semester applicants will find the Step-By-Step Guide to Study Abroad at Duke very helpful. All students are invited to contact our staff with questions about their study abroad plans and opportunities, and are welcome to set up appointments with our advisors. To do so, please call 919-684-2174.

PROGRAM COSTS: Program costs vary widely and change over time. Contact Duke's Office of Study Abroad for the latest prices or visit each Duke program's website. Do not let costs deter you. Financial Aid at Duke and at many other universities is applicable to study abroad. Federal financial aid is fully portable. For more information on Financial Aid, go to Duke's Office of Financial Aid. Participants in Duke-administered programs earn regular Duke grades and credit, which are widely transferrable. Check with your college or university on transferring credits.

DUKE AND DUKE-APPROVED PROGRAMS: The Duke University Office of Study Abroad welcomes applicants from accredited colleges and universities for its Duke-administered programs. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, handicap, sexual orientation or preference, sex, or age. Duke reserves the right to make program changes if necessary. Please check out the individual Duke program web sites linked from our home page.

Information about the differences between studying with a Duke program versus an approved program can be found on handout, The Two Types of Study Abroad Programs. A listing of all Duke-approved programs can be found here (available to Duke networked computers only).

OTHER GENERAL INFORMATION: Please contact us for additional information, or check out the Frequently Asked Questions about Studying Abroad and Policies and Procedures for Study Abroad. If you are interested in our cancellation and withdrawal policies, please consult the World Situation FAQ.

Last updated: 13 December 2007