Study Abroad Requirements

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the guidelines and expectations for study abroad at St. Edward's University. If you have any questions, please contact the OIE to make an appointment.

GPA

Students must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher when they apply to study abroad. First-year and transfer students must have established a GPA at St. Edward's before studying abroad. Additionally, students must meet the academic requirements for the specific program or exchange for which they intend to apply.

Rationale: Study abroad is an academic endeavor designed to enhance your studies at SEU. Academic preparation will contribute greatly to your success abroad. Similarly, students who have spent time in the classroom at St. Edward's will have a clearer idea of their academic goals.

Academic Standing

Students on academic probation are ineligible to apply for study abroad. Once a student has met the requirements for satisfactory academic standing, he/she may apply to study abroad.

Rationale: Study abroad is challenging on a number of levels - including academically. To be successful in their study abroad program, students must possess strong study skills and a commitment to learning.

Disciplinary Status

Students who have unresolved disciplinary sanctions or who are on disciplinary probation are not eligible to study abroad. Once a student has completed the sanctions outlined by the Dean of Students Office and is no longer considered to be on disciplinary probation, he/she may apply to study abroad.

Rationale: Social and cultural pressures encountered abroad can be difficult to cope with. Students must successfully develop and demonstrate these coping skills at St. Edward's before entering a challenging new environment.