A reference from a graduate teaching assistant is also acceptable but try and have the assigned professor also sign the form. Your instructors should complete the chart on the front of the page, write their comments on the back and return the form directly to your study abroad office. You may submit additional references from other people who can evaluate you as a candidate for exchange. Use this essay to tell us about your strengths and special interests that may not be evident in other materials you have submitted. Do not include specific references to or justifications for wanting to study at a particular university.
Creativity is encouraged.
Deadline for Submission of Application Return the completed application to your Study Abroad Office by the appropriate submission deadline. When you submit an application to your Study Abroad Office an interview for each applicant with the Study Abroad Selection Committee. The Committee is normally made up of faculty members with international experience and an interest in promoting study abroad opportunities. Your interview will take about 20 minutes. Applicants who are nominated by the Selection Committee will be notified within several days after the interview.