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Study Abroad

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Have questions about study abroad?
Steps to Study Abroad
Application Deadlines
Attend a Study Abroad Info Session
Study Abroad Advising
Search Programs and Apply
Study Abroad post-COVID
Attend a Study Abroad Fair at

Have questions about study abroad?

This 2-minute video walks you through the process of semester and summer study abroad at !

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Steps to Study Abroad

Download these Steps to Study Abroad instructions (PDF)

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  • Get a passport!!!
  • Watch this 2-minute “” video that walks you through the process of semester and summer study abroad through .
  • Attend a 30-minute "Abroad 101" info session through Education Abroad (to learn about the process) – offered weekly (see schedule below.) You may also . Attendance is mandatory – your semester abroad application will NOT be processed until you have attended.
  • Attend the bi-annual Study Abroad Fairs - in September and February
  • Optional: meet virtually with a student who has already studied abroad, for one-on-one peer advising
  • Meet with your Academic Advisor (to review your academic track, class flexibility, and plans to study abroad in relation to your graduation and major/minor requirements)

Apply to study abroad through

  • Apply for through (via the blue "Apply Now" button) prior to the application deadline, and wait to be notified by Education Abroad. academic credits for study abroad will only be awarded to students who have applied and been accepted to study abroad by Education Abroad.

Apply to the foreign host institution

  • Apply to the foreign host institution directly, after being accepted to study abroad by .
  • Follow the instructions sent to you by the Education Abroad office on how to apply to your specific program, which you will receive after the application deadline.

Do your Course Equivalencies

  • Attend an Education Abroad "Abroad 102" info session, offered weekly (see schedule below).– where you will learn how to complete Course Equivalency Forms ("course equivalencies"). Attendance is mandatory.
  • Complete your Course Equivalency Forms following these steps for Course Equivalencies.
  • All courses taken abroad must be approved by the relevant department chair and your Academic Advisors. students must take a minimum of 12 U.S. credits during each semester abroad. We strongly recommend that you consider choosing courses that have already been approved by by reviewing the "Pre-Approved Courses" list on the Academics tab of your chosen program in the study abroad portal (Terra Dotta).

Apply for your visa & attend the pre-departure orientation

  • Apply for a visa (if applicable)
  • Ensure that your passport is valid for 6 months after your program's end date.
  • Attend a mandatory pre-departure orientation through Education Abroad.

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Application Deadlines for Study Abroad

January 2025

Spring 2025

Summer 2025

Fall 2025

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Attend Study Abroad Info Sessions

All students planning to study abroad are required to attend a Study Abroad Info Session before applying to a program, to understand the process and their responsibilities.

  • If you are planning to participate in a semester, summer program, or January intersession program, attend the "Abroad 101" info session.
  • Once you are accepted to study abroad on a semester or summer program, you are also required to attend an "Abroad 102" info session.
  • If you are interested in a Travel Course (Faculty-Led Program), attend the virtual Travel Course info session or .

"Abroad 101" sessions

“Abroad 101" sessions discuss the basics of going abroad:

  • Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. at 161 William Street, 16th Floor Conference Room
  • Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. on Zoom: (use your Zoom account to access. Password: ABROAD)

This session covers:

  • Program types: Semester abroad programs, Travel Courses (Faculty-Led Programs), and summer programs
  • Costs, financial aid, and scholarships
  • Application deadlines
  • How to search for programs and apply
  • These are 30-minute sessions led by a Study Abroad Advisor (or student assistant), with time for Q&A.
  • If you want to watch a (20 minutes long), you may do so. Note: If you are applying to study abroad, you'll be required to watch this pre-recorded Abroad 101 info session again closer to departure – as part of the study abroad application process.

"Abroad 102" sessions

"Abroad 102" sessions explain how you'll obtain credits for courses taken abroad. The Abroad 102 session is NOT required for students going on a Travel Course.

  • Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. at 161 William Street, 16th Floor Conference Room
  • Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. on Zoom: (use your Zoom account to access. Password: ABROAD)
  • Once you are accepted to study abroad on a semester or summer program, you are also required to attend an "Abroad 102" info session which explains how you'll obtain credits for courses taken abroad.
  • Before attending, watch this (16 minutes long). Then attend an Abroad 102 info session with a student assistant who will walk you through the process.

Abroad 102 topics

  • What are Course Equivalencies?
  • How do you make Course Equivalency Forms for the courses you will take abroad?
  • What courses can you take abroad? What courses can't you take abroad?
  • How do you get course approvals from Dept. Chairs and Academic Advisors?
  • Review your foreign school's catalog before attending, and meet with your Academic Advisor to discuss courses you wish to take.
  • If you attended an "Abroad 102" longer than 6 months prior to studying abroad, you'll need to re-attend in order to re-familiarize yourself with the process.
  • These are 30-minute Zoom sessions led by a Study Abroad Advisor (or student assistant) with time for Q&A.
  • Note: the Abroad 102 session is NOT required for students going on a Travel Course.

Travel Course (Faculty-Led Programs) info session

Wednesdays via Zoom, 12:00 p.m. (use your zoom account to access. Password: ABROAD)

This info session explores the basics of participating on a Travel Course:

  • Learn about these Fall/Spring courses taught by professors that feature a 1-3 week study abroad component during January, Spring Break, or Summer
  • Costs, financial aid, and scholarships
  • Application deadlines
  • How to search for programs and apply

If you can't attend the virtual session, watch this (16 minutes).

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Study Abroad Advising with Education Abroad

You may request an advising session with one of our study abroad advisors.

  • Students are required to attend an Abroad 101 session prior to making an appointment with a Study Abroad Advisor.
  • Check out our FAQ to see if you can find answers.
  • Email us at studyabroad@pace.edu to set up an appointment (in person, or via telephone, Skype, or Zoom).

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Search Programs and Apply

(Terra Dotta)

Deciding where to go can be challenging! offers 75 approved semester programs and numerous Travel Courses ( courses that feature a short study abroad component, led by Faculty). Our advice is to start with self-reflection and research. Then you can make informed decisions based on the following considerations: length of the program; location; costs (including the cost of living in your chosen destination); academic offerings; how independent you wish to be; language considerations; and cultural differences. Consider your needs and wants from the program: what do you hope to gain from this experience that you can’t gain at – academically, personally, and in your future professional life? There are also language considerations; for almost all of ’s study abroad programs, students only need to know English for the academic part... but outside the classroom, some students want to learn and speak a new language. Also, some of our foreign partner schools are preferred for students from specific schools. You should also review this comparison of the study abroad program types (PDF) offered at to understand the differences. Finally, we invite you to speak with one of our Study Abroad Advisors who can help guide you in your decision.

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Study Abroad post-COVID

students may study abroad in Academic Year 2024-25 to almost all destinations where we have vetted partners. Though no longer requires students to be COVID-vaccine compliant, we strongly recommend that students who want to study abroad be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they leave the U.S., since laws may be different abroad.

  • Though the U.S. Government and The World Health Organization ended the global emergency status for COVID-19, we recommend that you read about how studying abroad may be affected by COVID-19 to understand the health and financial risks involved with studying abroad.
  • no longer requires that students be COVID-19 compliant. However, recommends that students continue to follow CDC guidelines for vaccination, which recommend that everyone be up to date with flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines including booster doses.
  • Study Abroad students should research to see if there are any remaining COVID-19 regulations for entry into their chosen host country abroad (and other countries they wish to travel to).
  • If you are doing a homestay or an internship with vulnerable populations during study abroad, you may also need to be COVID-19 compliant.

Attend a Study Abroad Fair at !

Fall 2024 Fair: September 11 & September 12

  • Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.: New York City, Student Center, 1 Plaza
  • Thursday, September 12, 2024, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.: Pleasantville, Kessel Student Center, Gottesman Room

's Study Abroad Fairs offer students the opportunity to learn about studying abroad as part of their Path! Speak one-on-one with students who have studied abroad, professors offering study abroad courses abroad, and representatives from our wonderful partner universities worldwide. offers study abroad programs in 50+ countries. Our Study Abroad Fair "Passport" guide (PDF) offers advice for students to help prioritize what's important when considering studying abroad.

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