Initial Conversations with Students
- Download our Advising Checklist and use it when meeting with students about international opportunities.
- Learn about the below common myths and how to debunk them:
| Myth | Fact |
|---|---|
I'll have to reapply to Texas A&M if I go abroad. | You can maintain your Texas A&M students status while abroad. |
I need to speak a foreign language in order to study abroad. | Many programs worldwide offer courses in English. |
I'll be away for too long. | Duration can range from 1 week to 1 year. |
Education abroad will delay my graduation. | You can earn credit abroad toward your degree plan. According to the Texas A&M Accountability - Time to Degree site, students who participate in education abroad graduate sooner than their peers. |
I can't afford education abroad. | Students can use financial aid and scholarships for credit-bearing international experiences. |
Education abroad is not possible for students with my major. | Education Abroad can fit into the degree plan of any major with advance planning. |
Only juniors and seniors can study abroad. | Education abroad opportunities range from freshman year through graduate school. |
Program Types
- Overview of Program Types
- Application Processes are listed in great detail within each program type.
Program-Specific Advising
- College advising pages (Coming Soon!)
- Program Cost Comparisons
- Course Equivalency Database
- Public Program Search in EA Portal (no log-in required)