Congratulations on your decision to study abroad! The more you prepare for your experience, the more you’ll enjoy it. Please read the carefully compiled materials, as even the most experienced travelers can find new and useful information. Be safe and have a wonderful experience.
—UMD Study Abroad Team
UMD and Affiliate program participants are required to attend a synchronous orientation.
Read information below about safety and security planning
If you do not have a passport, apply for one at your earliest convenience as it can take a few months to receive one. Check current processing times on the State Department website.
The decision to study abroad opens up so many doors for unforgettable and life-changing opportunities. Soon you’ll be headed to a different country thousands of miles from home! While you look forward to meeting new people and traveling to exciting new places, you may be slightly apprehensive: How different will it be? Will you like the food? How do you meet people? How will you know what to say? The following information will help answer those questions and much more. Of course, there are no categorical answers, nor can we answer everything.
There is a lot to think about and prepare for when planning for your experience. Review and read this information so you're prepared for every leg of the journey!
Before confirming participation in your study abroad program, it is your responsibility to know all program costs. Check with our office or the affiliate program provider to confirm your program costs and ensure you fully understand how, what, and when you will be billed.
