Study Abroad 101
Are you interested in studying abroad, but aren't sure where to start? Attend an upcoming Study Abroad 101 information session.
In these sessions, we'll cover:
- Why study abroad?
- Program types (semester, short-term, non-JMU)
- Program costs, financial aid and scholarships
- How and when to apply
View upcoming information sessions below. Sessions are held both virtually and in-person. All in-person sessions take place at the Center for Global Engagement, 2nd floor of Holland Yates Hall in Room 2001.
| DATE | TIME | LOCATION |
| Wednesday, Sept 9 | 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | CGE Classroom, Room 2001 |
| Friday, Sept 11 | 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Virtual (Register Here) |
| Monday, Sept 14 | 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | CGE Classroom, Room 2001 |
| Wednesday, Sept 16 | 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | CGE Classroom, Room 2001 |
| Friday, Sept 18 | 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Virtual (Register Here) |
| Monday, Sept 21 | 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | CGE Classroom, Room 2001 |
| Wednesday, Sept 23 | 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | CGE Classroom, Room 2001 |
| Friday, Sept 25 | 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Virtual (Register Here) |
| Monday, Sept 28 | 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | CGE Classroom, Room 2001 |
| Wednesday, Sept 30 | 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Virtual (Register Here) |
Make an Advising Appointment
If you've already explored program webpages and attended a Study Abroad 101 info session, you're ready to set up an appointment with a Study Abroad Advisor, if needed. Making an appointment with a Study Abroad advisor is not required.
If you need more individualized time, we can help answer your specific questions, make program suggestions, and help navigate concerns about financial aid, credits, and the application process.
*Please note: Study Abroad Advising is only part of the information you will need to investigate before you make your decision. Your academic and major advisors should always be consulted to ensure you are as prepared as possible.
Saray Mejia - Advising Assistant
Saray studied abroad on the Semester in Spain program in the summer of 2024. She's a Health Science major with a Medical Spanish minor. Saray leads weekly Study Abroad 101 information sessions each Monday and is available for individual advising appointments.
Keegan Polson - Advising Assistant
Keegan studied abroad on the Argentina: Political and Urban Culture, and Spanish Language program. He's a Geography major with a Spanish minor. Keegan leads weekly Study Abroad 101 information sessions each Wednesday and is available for individual advising appointments.
Madison Livengood - Advising Assistant
Madison studied abroad on the Taiwan: History and Political Science and the Japan: JMU in Kyoto and Tokyo programs. She's an International Affairs major with minors in Asian Studies and Creative Writing. Madison leads weekly Study Abroad 101 information sessions each Friday and is available for individual advising appointments.
Specialized Support
Erin Smith - Assistant Director of Advising & Student Support
Erin specializes in working with students exploring external (non-JMU) programs. She also assists with the transcript approval process and advises students interested in JMU short-term programs within the College of Business, College of Health and Behavioral Sciences and College of Education. Erin is also the program director for Taiwan: History and Political Science.
Email Erin or schedule an in-person or virtual appointment.
Donna Sharpes - Study Abroad Advisor
Donna specializes in working with students exploring exchange programs.
Email Donna for individualized support or to schedule an appointment.
Madeleine Magnant - Study Abroad Advisor
Madeleine specializes in working with students exploring CGE sponsored international internships. She also advises students interested in JMU short-term programs within the CVPA, CISE, CSM, and the Honors College.
Email Madeleine or schedule an in-person or virtual appointment.
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