Everything you need to apply to study abroad is right here: eligibility guidelines, instructions, the application, and any necessary supporting documents.

Eligibility to Study Abroad:

• You must be at least a sophomore when you study abroad.
• You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 for all Approved Study Abroad Programs
• You must have no serious disciplinary or academic actions pending. All accepted applicants will be reviewed by Fr. Hogan’s office for clearance.

For Semester-long Approved Study Abroad Programs:

1. Meet with the Study Abroad Adviser.
   Meet with the study abroad adviser to discuss your options. The adviser will assist you in finding a program that best suits you academically and personally. The earlier you plan, the easier it is to accommodate a semester abroad in your academic career.
2. Meet with your Academic Adviser.
   Once you have decided on a program, meet with your Academic Adviser to obtain course approvals for the classes you plan to take abroad. You want to be sure that the courses abroad will fulfill your major, minor, elective, and/or college core requirements.
3. Apply to OIP.
   Submit your Duquesne University application form and supporting documents (see below) to the Office of International Programs (OIP) by the published deadlines. The International Programs Study Abroad Admissions Committee, which consists of Duquesne University faculty and staff, will review your application for approval to study abroad by the university. You must be approved by the committee to study abroad in order to receive credit for your semester abroad.
   

   Application Deadlines:
   Fall Approved programs: March 5th
   Spring Approved programs: October 5th

   Application materials:

• Application
• 2 Recommendations Forms
  • one from your advisor
  • one from a faculty member
• An 1-2 page essay addressing the following:
  • Why you want to study abroad.
  • Why you chose this country and program.
  • What courses you plan to take abroad and how these compliment your academic goals.
• A copy of your transcript (must be official if applying to Ireland)

Duquesne University International Study Center in Ireland Applicants ONLY

In addition to the application materials above, you will also need to submit the following by the same deadlines:

• NUI Galway Application Form
• Copy of passport or birth certificate
• Character reference from a full-time staff member of the University or other person of standing who knows you personally

4. Apply to your program.
   Once you have received approval by Duquesne University to study abroad, apply directly to your selected program. The Study Abroad Adviser can assist you with this process.

Short-Term Faculty-Led Programs

1. Work directly with the sponsoring faculty member. Each program will have its own process and deadlines.
   
2. Click here for more information on available programs.