To apply in a study abroad program, you must fill the following requirements:

• Enrolled as a full-time student
• A sophomore or junior class standing
• Good academic standing with Bloomsburg University
• Most institutions require a GPA of 2.5 or above

Application Instructions:

1. Schedule an appointment with Donna Murphy, the Assistant to the Director of International Education. You may contact Mrs. Murphy by calling the International Education Office number: 570-389-4199 or e-mail her at: dmurphy@bloomu.edu.
   Before your appointment with Mrs. Murphy, please complete and bring with you a Study Abroad/Exchange Program Interest Form.During your appointment, you will discuss:
   • Geographic region/country of interest
   • Program or major of interest
   • Term to begin study abroad program
   • Possible additional concerns and questions

2. Apply for admission. Submit an exchange programs proposal in the format required by the department to the exchange faculty.
3. Research cost, housing arrangements, and travel plans. Please note: Financial aid will not be paid earlier than the scheduled disbursement date. If payment is required prior to this date, it is the student’s responsibility to work with the host institution to make payment arrangements.
4. Once accepted, complete and provide the following forms to the International Education Office:
   • Study Abroad & International Exchange Programs Scheduling and Registration Form
   • Financial Aid Study Abroad Program Cost Form; please return the form to the International Education Office for required signature. The approved form will then be forwarded to the Financial Aid Office.
   • Acceptance letter from the host institution. If student does not have one, then the student needs to obtain one.