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

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

Is there any wiggle room on GPA requirements?

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

What programs are gap year friendly?

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

Is there an age cap on your programs?

What are the GPA Requirements?

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Application Process

How do I complete my Advisor Approval form?

How do I access my applicant portal?

How does the application process work?

Onsite

What will my class schedule be?

Does the program include housing?

Does the program include meals?

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

Can I work/earn wages while abroad?

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Housing

Should I do a homestay?

Can I request a roommate?

When do I know where I will be living?

Can I opt out of program housing?

How are host families screened or vetted?

What happens if I don't like my housing?

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Preparing to Travel

Do you help me with booking my flight?

How do I use my cell phone abroad?

What should I pack?

Is trip protection or travel insurance included with my program?

When can I book my flights?

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Choosing a Program

What are the best programs for cultural immersion?

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

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

What are your most affordable programs?

What should I look for when comparing different providers?

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?

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

Why should I study abroad?

What's the best program for an outdoorsy student?

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Dates & Deadlines

Can I arrive before my program start date?

Can I stay after the program end date?

Internships

Can I intern in my major?

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

How will I know how to get to my internship?

When do I find out my internship?

Are your internships paid?

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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

Can I study or intern abroad with a disability?

Am I allowed to bring my service animal abroad?

Alumni Stories

How does study abroad impact your future?

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?

What are the favorite parts of your programs?

What are classes like on the South Korea program?

What are classes like on the Florence program?

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

What was the application process like?

What was your housing like on the South Korea program?

What was your commute like on the South Korea program?

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

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

What was the commute like on the Florence program?

What is housing like on the Florence program?

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