On the basis of an application, transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal interview, a selection committee judges each applicant in terms of motivation and preparation for a study abroad experience. Final decisions rest with the Director of International Programs. The four language programs are designed to serve students who have successfully completed elementary or intermediate study in the appropriate language at Linfield and who will return to Linfield to share the experience with the campus community. All participants are required to take or audit the appropriate level of foreign language in the spring semester directly preceding study abroad. There is no prerequisite for the England or Korea Program.
Programs are open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors in good academic standing.
A 2.8 GPA is required for the England program. Students cannot participate in both a semester abroad and a January Term abroad program in the same academic year without special permission from the Director of International Programs. The number of students for each program is limited, and selection is competitive. On the basis of an application, supporting documents, and a personal interview, a selection committee judges each applicant in terms of personal maturity, motivation, and academic preparation for a study abroad experience. Final decision on participation rest with the Director of International Programs.