The Basics of Study Abroad
Studying abroad as a college student can enrich your academic career, further your professional goals, and enhance your understanding of yourself! The benefits of studying abroad include:
- The opportunity to earn university credit at a foreign institution
- Learning a foreign language
- Making friends in a culture other than your own
- Gaining a sense of personal independence
- Changing your world view
- Enjoying the opportunity to travel
Make It Happen!
The first step in any study abroad process is to contact your on-campus Study Abroad Coordinator. At St. Francis College, it is never to early to meet with Assistant Dean
Ian Maloney to discuss your options. You may also want to research study abroad programs online at
www.studyabroad.com. Click on the CCIS and ISA logos to the right for information about programs that many St. Francis Colleges have enjoyed. You can also start the application.
Click here to download a
Study Abroad Program Form.
Study abroad with St. Francis College and ISA
One option for study abroad programs that St. Francis offers is ALL INCLUSIVE programs through International Studies Abroad (ISA). ISA simplifies the study abroad experience by providing a variety of affordable all-inclusive programs to college students. ISA program costs include:
- Pre-departure advising
- Tuition/classes at host university
- Housing
- Academic excursions
- Medical insurance
- Tutorial assistance
- Internet access and much more!
- Full time resident staff
- On-site ISA offices
- Full academic excursions
- Airport reception and transfers
International Studies Abroad (ISA) offers an array of programs in 21 different cities in 11 different countries, and the programs are designed for students with a variety of academic interests. ISA offers semester, year, summer, and intensive month sessions that are designed to enhance your education. ISA programs accommodate students at any language-level, in a range of majors.
Financial Aid Opportunities
A student who is approved to participate in a program of study abroad is eligible to use institutional and federal aid to help pay for program costs (tuition, fees, housing, and approved travel expenses).
Click here to read our
general policy and guidelines for the use of financial aid for study abroad.
Each year, hundreds of students use financial aid to pay for all or part of their ISA study abroad programs! Check with your university’s study abroad advisor, financial aid administrator, or bursar's office to confirm what will apply to your ISA program. The study abroad office at St. Francis College will be able to provide you with a full list of opportunities, countries and providers. Please feel free to contact ISA at 1-800-580-8826 or
info@studiesabroad.com with any questions you may have about our programs.
Contact:
718-489-5325
Ian Maloney
Assistant Dean Academic Affairs
718-489-5457