The study-abroad option is coordinated through the Office of International Education. Successful applicants must demonstrate strong academic preparation, one common measure of which is a GPA at or above the college average, and the ability to articulate clearly-formulated goals for their chosen program of study off campus. Advice to Students considering Study Off Campus Programs, deadlines, and requirements These are listed below in brief outline form for the adviser's convenience. The student should contact the Office of International Education early to obtain information on programs and procedures, and to find out about deadlines.
Some programs have rolling deadlines.
It is revised and distributed each fall. Preparation and Planning Dickinson Programs Students interested in Dickinson Programs will be directed to the appropriate on-campus coordinators. Non-Dickinson Programs Students interested in other programs will meet with the Associate Director of O.I.E. Students need to complete an Interview Sheet prior to the meeting. While it is possible to complete some distribution requirements while away from campus, laboratory sciences, comparative civilizations, languages, and physical education requirements usually have been difficult to satisfy. The Sophomore Planning Timetable is a worksheet to help students plan their major, minor, and distribution requirements as well as their electives for the remaining semesters.