Forms

Click on the links below to download the forms you will need to complete your study abroad packet. The Study Abroad Inquiry Form should be turned in to the Office of International Studies in the lower Bond Academic building. All other forms in the packet (in addition to applying for your chosen program) must be completed and turned in before the established deadline for each semester; November 15 for Spring programs & April 15 for Fall/Summer programs.

• Study Abroad Inquiry Form
• Study Abroad Clearance Form
• Study Abroad Course Approval Form
• Study Abroad Grade Release Form
• Release & Indemnity
• Power of Attorney

* It is mandatory that you appoint a Power of Attorney to handle any financial or legal affairs for you while you are out of the country. See Judy Ashcraft in the Office of International Studies to complete the form.

Study Abroad Checklist

Everything you need to know about studying abroad……step by step.

Visit the Office of International Studies (OIS)

located in the Academic Dean’s Center (Bond Academic Center, bottom floor) to make an appointment to speak with a study abroad advisor. Phone: 619.849.2221



Fill out the Off-Campus Inquiry Sheet.

(Blue) This form informs the office of your interest in studying abroad and helps advisors to better prepare program recommendations and other information specific to you.



Research study abroad programs.

Study abroad promotes independent thinking. The OIS is here to provide suggestions, recommendations, and relevant insight on study abroad programs, but it is important that you begin this independent experience by researching which programs support your own personal academic and career goals for studying abroad.



Apply for PASSPORT!!

As soon as you make a decision to study abroad (anywhere outside the U.S.) you MUST apply for a U.S. passport. Information and application material can be found at www.travel.state.gov. You can apply online or at the Post Office on Midway Drive in Point Loma. If you currently have a passport, it must be valid for six months beyond the time you will be returning to the U.S.



Apply to study abroad program.

Due to deadlines established by the various study abroad providers and limited spots available, you will want to apply as soon as you decide on a program. Many programs now have their applications online or you can pick up an application for most programs at the OIS.



Apply for Student VISA!!

Several countries (the U.S. included) are tightening security and making the process for applying for student visas more intensive. As soon as you are accepted to your program, you MUST apply for your visa (if required) through the consulate of the country you will be visiting. Visit www.travel.state.gov for more information.



Fill out Off-Campus Clearance Form and PLNU Request for Off-Campus Credit.

(Brown) These forms clear you to study off-campus through Student Financial Services, Housing, the Post Office, and the OIS. In addition, you use this form to plan your academic schedule with your advisor and the OIS so that the Records Office will accept courses taken abroad for PLNU academic credit.

• Check with your insurance company to be certain you have valid medical insurance and vaccinations for travel.
• If your program does not provide an International Student I.D. (ISIC) card, the OIS will provide one for you.

All study abroad participants are required to attend a pre-departure workshop before being cleared to receive academic credit.

Deadline for all program materials for spring: November 15

DEADLINE FOR ALL PROGRAM MATERIALS FOR FALL AND SUMMER: April 15

(A late fee of $100 will apply to all completed applications received after this date)