1. PREPARE TO GO
2. EARNING CREDIT FOR COURSES
3. WHILE ABROAD/AWAY
1. Prepare to Go
Pre-Departure Guide
There are many things to consider and do before studying abroad/away. Use this as a guide to help before departure.
First Time Travelers
There are many things to do and plan to study abroad/away. Find out how to buy a plane ticket, what to pack, and how to navigate an airport.
Health and Safety
St. Olaf College complies with best practices in the field of international higher education.
Financing Study Abroad/Away
St. Olaf students receive St. Olaf financial aid while studying abroad/away on a Smith Center program, with the exception of work-study awards.
Passports
All students participating in a program outside of the United States will need a passport.
Visas and Permits
Entry requirements vary for every country. Some countries require visas or permits to study abroad.
Expectations for Oles Abroad/Away
Communication is vital before the program starts and when abroad/away.
Logistical Considerations
This includes packing, cell phones, electrical conversions, money, flights and transportation. Website coming soon!
2. Earning Credit for Courses
Academics Abroad/Away
St. Olaf students who study abroad/away receive St. Olaf credit and are on track to graduate.
Credits, Grades, Majors/Concentrations, and OLE Core
Ensure you’re enrolled in an appropriate amount of credit while abroad/away and understand how many St. Olaf credits each course will receive
GE/OLE Core Searchable Database
The Registrar’s Office maintains a list of pre-approved GE/OLE Core credits.
Program Specific Credit/Grade Translation
Grade and credit equivalency can vary based on the program a student paricipates in.
3. While Abroad/Away
Get Help
This includes emergency phone numbers and emergency information available to students while abroad/away.
Sustainability Abroad/Away
This webpage shares ideas on how to conserve resources while you are studying abroad/away.
Share Your Experience
Tell others about your study abroad/away experience.
Finding Your Support System
Studying abroad/away forces you to cope with an entire different lifestyle, academic demands, financial needs, pressure to balance coursework and explore. Finding your support system while you are studying abroad/away is important and can help in managing your social, emotional, and physical health. Watch the video to find out how other Oles were able to find support while they were abroad/away.