What's Right for Me?
Santa Fe College recognizes your need to have international experience in order to compete in the global job market. To help meet that need, the International Education Office advises students on SF faculty-led programs as well as outside programs.
The general differences between the two are:
SF Faculty-led Programs
- Are developed and led by SF faculty members
- Give credit at Santa Fe College
- Tend to be shorter - one to two weeks
- Are part of a semester of on-campus coursework
- Can be much less expensive than outside programs
- May have opportunities such as internships and service-learning attached
Outside Programs
- Are developed and run by other universities or providers
- Give outside credit (that may transfer to SF)
- Range from very short to very long - one week to a semester to an entire degree
- May have opportunities such as internships and service-learning attached
- Are more likely to be eligible for outside funding if longer than four weeks
Steps to Study Abroad
- Choose an SF Study Abroad program.
- Make an appointment with the International Education Coordinator to discuss your interests and options.
- Apply online.
- Meet with your faculty leaders.
- Start preparing for departure.
What's the next step?
Trip Preparation Resources
The Lawrence W. Tyree Library has many resources for you to explore as you research your destination, funding for your trip, and how to prepare for departure.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Explore ways you can plan for financial success when it comes to international travel. Financial aid, scholarships and tips of budgeting can help you cover most costs associated with a study abroad program.
Request Accommodations
No matter what type of program you are interested in, the Disability Resource Center is available to discuss appropriate academic accommodations that you may require as a student with a disability. Requests for academic accommodations need to be made as soon as possible so arrangements can be made. You must be registered with Disabilities Resource Center (DRC) in S-229 for disability verification and determination of reasonable academic accommodations. Facilities in other countries may not meet American standards of accessibility for persons with special needs. In some cases, appropriate accommodations may not be available.