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All students, regardless of program, must first begin the application process with the TAMU-CC Study Abroad Office. The program must be one of the TAMU-CC study abroad programs listed on our website.

To begin the application process, complete the Intent to Apply Form in order to be added to the Study Abroad Canvas Course, where you will submit all required application documents.

Affiliate Programs are partnerships between TAMU-CC and other U.S. University Study Abroad Programs, such as those at other A&M system schools. This allows TAMU-CC students to participate in specific study abroad programs, usually led by faculty at the affiliate university. The application process and deadlines will vary from that of TAMU-CC's Study Abroad Office and may require students to enroll as transient students at the affiliate university.

TAMU College Station - Mays International Business School
- TAMU-CC College of Business students are eligible to apply to Mays CIBS Winter Programs, May and Spring Break Programs, and Summer Programs. Mays CIBS can accommodate students through support by CIBS staff, scholarships, and often offering virtual pre- and post- trip required meetings for courses.
- Students will need to apply as transient students and the credits will need to transfer back. We suggest that students get pre-approval of courses with their academic advisor, especially if the courses need to count for major electives as opposed to business elective/upper level business electives.
- Longer duration programs (semester exchange) are not open to TAMUCC students due to the limitation on the number of hours that can be earned as a transient student.

University of Wisconsin - River Falls; Experience Scotland
- TAMU-CC students (and students from partnered U.S. Universities) are eligible to apply to the Experience Scotland study abroad program offered by the University of Wisconsin - River Falls.
- Courses are taught by faculty from the participating universities, as well as Scottish faculty. All courses are designed to take advantage of the Scottish setting.
- The program allows time for independent travel with a 10-day break and several long weekends. Many cultural activities are included in each program.
- For more information contact Kelsey McLean (kelsey.mclean@uwrf.edu), the Program Manager at University of Wisconsin - River Falls.

Students currently receiving financial aid may be able to apply their financial aid towards an affiliate program. Students should work with the Financial Aid Office to discuss eligibility as well as additional aid. Students should make sure their FAFSA is up to date, and, also, have information about what their overall program costs (program fees + out-of-pocket expenses) will be.

Students utilizing Veteran's benefits may have more limitations when it comes to affiliate programs. State benefits may only apply towards tuition fees assessed by TAMU-CC. In this instance, affiliate programs would not fit the criteria since the tuition fees are being assessed by another institution.

There are a lot of study abroad scholarships available to students; however, depending on the affiliate university, location, and length of the program, scholarship eligibility will vary. Students should check with their affiliate programs to see if there are any specific scholarships available through the affiliate university.

Students can also apply for the TAMU-CC Study Abroad Scholarship as well. The application cycle for this scholarship is open on a term-by-term basis, so students should apply according to the term they plan to study abroad; for example, students who plan to study abroad for Fall 2025, should apply by the May 1, 2025 application deadline. The TAMU-CC Scholarship application is online and can be found on the TAMU-CC scholarship website.

Program costs for affiliate programs will vary based on which program selection, location, length of the program, and amenities included in the program.

Most affiliate program fees should include tuition, airport reception, some excursions, insurance, and access to staff both in the U.S. and on-site.

Airfare is generally NOT included in the affiliate program fees in order to allow students the flexibility to select their own travel dates and preferred airline carriers. Some programs may offer students the option to select group flights if the affiliate is utilizing a group flight service provider. If group flights are available, the affiliate program will notify students of this option once students have been officially admitted to their program.

Students SHOULD NOT book airfare until they have been officially accepted into their program and have been provided with arrival/departure dates.

Well, that depends. If the affiliate program includes insurance coverage for medical evacuation and repatriation, then you are not required to purchase CISI insurance through TAMU-CC.

If the affiliate program does not include medical evacuation and repatriation in the insurance, then you are required to either:

Purchase CISI insurance coverage, OR
Provide documentation that you are already covered through a personal or parent health insurance plan that includes medical evacuation and repatriation.

All students will need a valid passport book in order to exit/enter their intended country of study. Passports must remain valid for at least 6 months after their program end date, in order to be considered valid. Students should apply for a passport, or renew their passport, as soon as they can. Passports usually take 4-8 weeks to be processed and returned to students. SandDollar Services in the UC is now a designated passport application acceptance facility for the U.S. Department of State. For more information visit their website here or visit them in person at UC 120.

Keep in mind that valid passports may allow students to enter/exit a country, but it does not guarantee the student's ability to stay in a country for a long-term stay. Most students who will be studying abroad for more than 90 days are required to apply for a student/study visa PRIOR to their program departure. Visas help immigration officials identify a travelers purpose for being in that country.

Most countries will not require a visa for programs that are less than 90 days in length; however, this varies based on the student's country of citizenship. U.S. passport holders will find that they may not require a visa for short-term programs. Passport holders from other countries may be required to apply for an entry visa, or Schengen visa if the short-term travel is to European countries that are part of the Schengen countries list.

Students should check with the Consulate General Office (for the country they wish to travel to), to see if they will require a visa for their program.

Students generally apply for a visa at least 3 months prior to their departure date, depending on their country. Students will NOT be able to apply for a visa until they have been officially accepted by their provider program or host university. Many times, students will have to submit their visa applications in person at a designated Consulate Office (Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, or Austin) which will require a visa appointment. Students should plan accordingly.

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