Application Instructions
It is our intention to make the process to study abroad as user-friendly and simple as possible. However, it is important that each student follow the process carefully to ensure that your international experience is in good hands.
Create an Online Account
Even before you are ready to study abroad, it is beneficial to create an online study abroad profile so you can communicate with study abroad advisors, get invited to information sessions and presentations, andmake the study abroad office aware of your interest in study abroad.
1. Click on Create Account, fill in the relevant fields and choose a secure password for your account.
2. Fill in all the profile sections listed:
- Academic Info.
- Program Preferences
- Current Address
- Permanent Address
- Emergency Contact
3. Once you fill in your entire profile, you will be able to:
- ask questions about study abroad program details
- apply for a program
Find a Study Abroad Program 
You can find study abroad programs through the interactive world map:In the Programs section, you will see the world map which breaks out regions and countries and lists study abroad programs. - By selecting a world region, the map zooms in and shows the different countries in that region where there are available study abroad programs.
- You can select a country either from the list on the left or by clicking on it on the map.
- Selecting a country will take you to that country's description page, where you can find information about the country and the available study abroad programs on the bottom of the page.
- Clicking on a specific program will take you to a program's description page where you can learn more about the study abroad program.
Get Advice about Program Choice
- Meet with a Study Abroad Advisor in the Study Abroad / Study Off-Campus Office, located in the Center for Experiential Learning and Research (CELAR) on Linden Street between the Multifaith Center and Public Safety. They will be able to guide you through the necessary steps and familiarize you with program options recommended for Albright students.
- Meet with your Academic Advisor about what you might want to do and where you might want to study. Your Academic Advisor can help you narrow down academic options and make sure that you can fulfill your degree plan requirements on the study abroad program of your choice.
Obtain Approval of your Program
- Complete the Albright College Application for Studying Abroad / Off-campus
- Complete the Course Approval Form. Obtain approval of your anticipated courses from the appropriate department chair or faculty member. Choose extra courses in case classes are closed or other unanticipated circumstances prevent you from taking your original courses.
- Obtain a budget breakdown of program and living expenses for your chosen program.You can usually obtain a detailed budget of expected costs from the program Sponsor/Provider or Faculty Coordinator.
- Meet with the Financial Aid Office and Controller’s Office (Student Accounts) to discuss financial aid eligibility and payment procedures. Both the Application and Financial Aid & Expenses Forms must be turned by the appropriate deadline to be considered for approval. Complete Financial Aid and Expenses Form.
Apply to a Study Abroad Program
If you would like to apply to an Albright Faculty-led Program, you need to be logged in to your account. You can then apply as follows:
- Go to the interactive world map and find the country description page where the program in which you are interested in is located.
- Click the "Apply" link next to the program name.
- Return to "My Applications" section of your online profile.
This is your listing of application status. Look under the "Online Forms" column. There will be two numbers indicating "0 out of X". This indicates how many forms are related to that specific application, and how many of those forms you have filled out. Thus, you need to click on this "0 out of X" link and then you will see a list of the forms you need to fill out. Click on the form name and fill in the form(s).
After you submit your Albright Study Abroad / Study Off-Campus Application with the study abroad office, then you will find online an application for the specific Program Provider or Host Institution who will be sponsoring your program.
Simply clicking the "Apply" button from the program website does not complete the application process. It is your responsibility to make sure you have filled out all required and relevant application and enrollment materials necessary for the program you wish to attend.
