Education Abroad
Students at WSU Vancouver are encouraged to include an education abroad experience in their academic program. WSU Vancouver students have studied in Latin America, Europe, and many other places through the WSU Education Program. Student Resource Center staff in Vancouver work closely with Pullman based Education Abroad advisors to provide students with this enriching education experience.
WSU Vancouver Education Abroad Checklist:
- Learn about Education Abroad and to explore all of the places you can go to study through WSU.
- Schedule an appointment with the SRC Education Abroad Advisor to discuss the programs that interest you and to learn more about the application process. Contact the SRC at src@vancouver.wsu.edu or at 360-546-9155. Following this initial appointment, the WSU Vancouver Education Abroad advisor will connect you with an advisor in the Education Abroad office in Pullman.
- Work directly with your Pullman Education Abroad regarding program details, application processes, financial aid, and course approval information.
- Discuss your plans with your academic advisor, including what courses you wish to take and what WSU graduation requirements they will satisfy.
- Apply to the program you have selected: request an application from the program sponsor or complete the application on-line.
- Apply to Education Abroad The SRC can send any hard copies to the Education Abroad office in Pullman through intercampus mail.
- To use financial aid, submit your FAFSA form to the Financial Aid office (just like you always do, with WSU as your school of record) and fill out the student portion of the Program Expense Form in the WSU Application packet. The EA Office will complete the remainder of the Program Expense Form and submit it to Financial Aid for review.
- All students will receive credit for their education abroad experience. You will need to have your courses pre-approved in order for them to satisfy WSU graduation requirements.
- Don't forget your passport, visa, and inoculations.
- If possible, attend Pre-Departure Orientation! Materials will be sent to you via mail if you are unable to attend.