Eligibility Requirements

There is a required cumulative GPA of 2.5, and students must have at least sophomore standing.

Required Classes:

General Studies (GS250): International Studies
This course is required for students who intend to study abroad while at Fort Lewis College and is directed to students who will be independently participating on international exchanges, study abroad programs, or through direct enrollment agreements at foreign institutions. This course may be taken any semester before studying abroad and is designed to help students investigate the numerous destinations and programs available to them, as well as how these programs fit within the Fort Lewis College curriculum and credit transferability guidelines. General information on foreign academic systems and teaching methodologies, passports, visas, financial aid, and health and safety issues are also covered to help students make informed decisions on their program choices. It is during this section that students will evaluate how this experience will or will not fit into their academic plan. Students participating on FLC faculty run programs are not required to take this course, but are welcome. The course is graded Pass/Fail. You need to pass this class in order to get into GS251.


General Studies (GS251): International Studies
This course is required for students the semester directly preceding a study abroad experience. Admission requirements, housing information, travel arrangements and visa procedures change frequently and information is time-sensitive. Students will be required to research their prospective programs, becoming informed on the current political, cultural and bureaucratic specifics of their chosen country and region. While enrolled in this course, students will complete the application process for their selected programs, as well as a pre-departure orientation. The International Programs Office will only process student applications submitted through this class. Students must be enrolled in this course in order for the International Programs Office to work as their advocate and liaison between FLC administrative offices, faculty, staff and international partners. This course is graded Pass/Fail.



WHAT you need to do...and WHEN you need to do it:
 Fall procedures and deadlines are for winter term departures.
Winter procedures and deadlines are for summer and fall term departures.
September or January October or February November or March December or April
  • Enroll in GS250 via Webopus (NO pre-requisites)

  • If you've already completed GS250, enroll in GS251 (Pre-requisites: GS250/Need instructor's signature)

  • GS250/251 are required fo all international programs that are not run by FLC faculty.

  • Note: Registration Deadline is Cencus Date of each term.

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  • Read online lessons in Moodle.

  • You should have an access to Moodle if you are registered.

  • Check individual program admission deadlines. Each programs have different deadlines.

  • Complete application packets. ONLY completed application packets are accepted.

  • Wait for acceptance letter.

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  • Deadlines for Exchange Programs

  • International Programs Office Application review and interviews.

  • Student should recieve acceptance letter around this month.

  • Start look into student visa and apply through appropriate consulte/embassy. This is YOUR responsiblity.

  • Housing, transportation, and course registration procedures arranged.

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  • Make an appointment through IPO for Excit interview and final review of program specifics

  • Attend pre-departure orientation

  • Make sure you are registered properly in Webopus.

  • Complete travel plans.

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    And while you are away...

  • Be smart and stay safe.
  • Keep in touch with loved ones
  • Study hard, plan hard, and absorb all you can.
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