Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Program Information

Program Information

Find information on what you can expect from the overall process; including what you can expect from us, and what we will expect from you.

Program Requirements

What are the eligibility requirements to participate in a CIS Abroad program?

Is there any wiggle room on GPA requirements?

What programs are gap year friendly?

If I have a previous conduct violation that has since been served, can I still study abroad on your programs?

Do I need to be currently enrolled in a college or university?

Is there an age cap on your programs?

What are the GPA Requirements?

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Application Process

How do I access my applicant portal?

How do I complete my Advisor Approval form?

How does the application process work?

Onsite

Does the program include meals?

How will I know how to get to my school abroad?

Does the program include housing?

What will my class schedule be?

Can I work/earn wages while abroad?

Can my family and friends join me on the program?

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Housing

Can I opt out of program housing?

Should I do a homestay?

Can I request a roommate?

What happens if I don't like my housing?

When do I know where I will be living?

How are host families screened or vetted?

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Preparing to Travel

How do I use my cell phone abroad?

What should I pack?

Do you help me with booking my flight?

Is trip protection or travel insurance included with my program?

When can I book my flights?

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Choosing a Program

Can I talk to an alum that went on the program I'm interested in?

What is the return on my investment in an international experience?

Why should I study abroad?

What's the best program for an outdoorsy student?

What should I look for when comparing different providers?

Why should I go on a CIS Abroad program over another program?

What are your most affordable programs?

What are the best programs for cultural immersion?

Do I need to speak the language of the host country I'm studying/interning in?

What is a study abroad provider and how is it different from an exchange program?

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Dates & Deadlines

Can I stay after the program end date?

Can I arrive before my program start date?

Internships

What do you mean when you say your internships are customized?

Are your internships paid?

Can I intern in my major?

How will I know how to get to my internship?

When do I find out my internship?

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Visas & Passports

Will I need to obtain a visa?

How do I get a passport?

What’s the difference between a visa and a passport?

Does my passport need to be valid for 6 months after the end of my program?

Does CIS Abroad provide visa support to students?

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Inclusion & Access Abroad

I'm a student with a disability, how can CIS Abroad support me abroad?

Am I allowed to bring my service animal abroad?

Alumni Stories

What was the commute like on the Florence program?

What was housing like on the London - University of Westminster program?

What was your commute like on the London - University of Westminster program?

What was your commute like on the South Korea program?

What was your housing like on the South Korea program?

What was the application process like?

What are classes like on the Summer in London - University of Westminster program?

What are classes like on the Florence program?

What are classes like on the South Korea program?

What are the favorite parts of your programs?

How does the On-Site Director impact my time abroad?

How does the On-Site Director impact my time abroad?

How does the On-Site Director impact my time abroad?

How does study abroad impact your future?

What is housing like on the Florence program?

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