Who is eligible to study abroad with St.
John’s University?
Currently enrolled and matriculated, undergraduate St.
John’s University students as well as undergraduate students from
accredited colleges and universities throughout the United
States.
What are the requirements to study abroad
with St. John’s University?
Applicants are requited to have completed one full-year of
undergraduate study, and must also have a minimum G.P.A. of 2.75 or
higher. Applicants must also submit a statement of goals and
objectives they seek to achieve through studying abroad.
When should I apply?
Though we review applications on a rolling basis, we
encourage students to apply as early as possible to increase their
chances of receiving financial aid and being admitted to their
first choice programs. For the fall semester, we encourage students
to apply by April 15; for spring, October 15; and for the summer,
March 1. We will continue to accept applications past these
suggested dates on a space- available basis.
Do I have to speak a foreign
language?
Prior foreign language skills are not required for any St.
John’s programs; however, some of our exchange partners only teach
classes in the local language. Please contact us if you plan
to participate in an exchange program.
Do I need a passport?
Yes! Each student must have a passport to study abroad.
Visas are required for most semester programs (excluding Discover
the World, where a US Passport will suffice), but may not be
required for our summer programs. We’ll provide you with
information on visas, but for more information on passports, please
visit: http://travel.state.gov/passport/index.html
What insurance do I need to study
abroad?
St. John’s University requires each participant to have
comprehensive Accident/Health insurance that is valid
internationally. You should check with your insurance
representative to determine if coverage will extend to you while
abroad and make sure that you will receive the same amount of
protection abroad as you would here in the US. If your current
insurer will not cover you while abroad, there are companies that
sell study abroad health insurance plans. While we do not recommend
any particular insurers, please let us know if you have any
questions.
In the event that a situation would become
unsafe abroad, does St. John’s University have a contingency plan
in place?
Yes, we are committed to operating safe study abroad
programs and therefore security is our priority. The Office of
Global Studies and our on-site staff and liaisons make every
reasonable effort to monitor the safety of the programs and their
students. One of the resources used is the U.S. State Department's
website (http://travel.state.gov), which
we would encourage you to look at. If a situation would arise, our
Emergency Response Team would decide what action should be
taken.
Will I still be eligible for Financial Aid
while I am studying abroad?
Applicants should contact the appropriate person in the
Financial Aid office for further information. The liaison on the
Queens campus is Mrs. Josephine Pietramala and on the Staten Island
campus, Mrs. Theresa Cantarella. Students from other US
Universities should also contact their financial aid office on
their campus for specific information on the type of aid available
to each individual.
Is a deposit necessary?
In order to secure your place in a program, all students
accepted for admission are required to submit a $250 non refundable
deposit by the deadline date set forth in their letter of
acceptance.
How can I handle my finances while
abroad?
In most countries you will be able to access your bank
account directly through the use of your local banks ATM card if it
has Cirrus, Plus, Mac, or Visa connected to it. Most Visa check
cards work at ATM’s around the world. You should contact your bank
to find exact locations of machines connected to your cards
network. Also inquire about any charges, which may apply. Make sure
your money is in a checking account and NOT a savings account or
else you will not be able to take out your money. Most networks
only accept a four-digit PIN number; make sure to shorten your PIN
number if necessary. Traveler’s checks are safe and widely accepted
as are Visa and MasterCard.
For St. John’s Students
The total cost for Discover the World, Rome semester and summer and
winter programs includes tuition and a program fee. Tuition will
remain the same as a semester spent on one of St. John’s New York
campuses. The program fee fro each program varies according to the
programs in length. The program fee for our Discover the World and
Rome semester are roughly the same as living on campus for a
semester. You can apply most components of your financial aid
toward your study abroad costs — including federal and state
grants, federal student loans and university scholarships and
grants. Applicants should contact the appropriate person in the
Financial Aid office for further information. The liaison on the
Queens campus is Mrs. Josephine Pietramala and on the Staten Island
campus, Mrs. Theresa Cantarella. Most importantly, eligible
students are strongly encouraged to apply for additional aid for a
study abroad semester. External Scholarship information is
available in the Office of Global Studies.
New Work Study Opportunities available in Rome and Paris!
St. John's students can take advantage of an incredible
opportunity to receive Federal Work Study experience while
attending a Global Studies program! For more information, please
click here.
For Visiting Students
If you’re a visiting student, you too may find the costs
similar to those of a term at your home institution, but we also
offer financial aid: whether through a consortium agreement with
your home institution or through St. John’s aid. We’ll work
with you to make the semester of your dreams affordable. You should
also contact the financial aid office on your home campus for
specific information on the type of aid available to you.
All Students
Whether you’re a visiting or a St. John’s student, consider
applying for some of the many external scholarship opportunities
available to finance your semester abroad. The Office of Global
Studies has compiled a list of available scholarships, but please
note that some require you to apply as much as a year before your
study abroad semester; so start early!
Will I be able to stay on track towards
graduation?
Students will earn credits towards their undergraduate degree
requirements. Most times students can cover their general core
requirements and, depending on the program chosen, can even take
classes to count towards their major or minor. St. John’s offers a
wide variety of options to make a study abroad experience
academically feasible for all students. Our courses are selected
from the most popular classes we offer in New York and we offer
language and culture classes to ensure that your time abroad is
focused on the places where you’ll be studying.
A full semester abroad may not fit into everyone’s schedule, so
we also offer shorter summer and winter intersession programs to
provide maximum flexibility. We’re constantly expanding the number
— and academic breadth — of our programs, making it increasingly
likely that study abroad will fit somewhere into your
schedule but- you must plan ahead! Sit down with your academic
advisor to chart out the remainder of your academic career. Find
out where a study abroad semester, summer or intersession can work
for you.