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Application process for ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½’s study abroad opportunities.

Studying abroad is an integral part of a ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ education. The purpose of study abroad is to further one’s knowledge of the world and its cultures and to expand the opportunities and arenas for academic inquiry. Study abroad programs for ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ students must offer an intellectually demanding academic experience, with optimum cultural exposure and enrichment, with a dynamic yet safe and secure environment. The Center for International Education will work with students individually to identify programs appropriate to their academic and personal interests.

After researching available programs, students may meet with the Study Abroad Advisor to discuss the application and approval process.

Only work comparable to that at Washington and Lee in level, nature, and field may be accepted for degree credit. In order to receive Washington and Lee credit, all documentation (official transcripts, required ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ forms, etc.) must be received by the University Registrar before the end of the first term in which the student is enrolled at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ or, for students returning from study elsewhere, before the conclusion (last day of classes) of the first 13-week term completed by students upon their return to ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½.

Resources for safety and security while traveling and studying abroad.

Students who show significant commitment to and understanding of global interaction may apply to have their experiences recognized with a Certificate of International Immersion, noted on the transcript and in the listing of honors at Commencement. The International Education Committee awards the certificate after considering a student’s overall academic record (minimum 3.000 cumulative grade-point average) and an essay. The purpose of this process is to allow students to reflect deeply on the value of their international experiences at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ and abroad.

ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ offers a number of programs that are coordinated and led by ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ faculty or are special partnerships between ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ and international institutions. Detailed information to include dates, program cost, and credit can be found on this webpage.