Meet with an Advisor

Not Sure Where to Start?

That's what we're here for.

You don't need to know exactly where you want to go or which program you want to choose before meeting with a Study Abroad Advisor. Advising is a great first step for learning about your options and creating a plan for your study abroad experience.

 

A Study Abroad Advisor can help you:

  • Explore program options and destinations
  • Understand the different types of study abroad programs
  • Find programs that fit your academic goals and timeline
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  • tand eligibility requirementsLearn about the application process
  • Discuss estimated costs and funding resources
  • Prepare for the next steps in your study abroad journey

Schedule an Advising Appointment

 

Drop-In Advising

Have a quick question or want to talk with an advisor without scheduling an appointment?

Drop-In Advising is available for UTA students who have a quick study abroad question or want to get started exploring their options.

Wednesdays | 2-5 p.m.

Study Abroad Office | Swift Center

Drop-In Advising is best for quick questions and getting started. For more in-depth program exploration and planning, we recommend scheduling a full advising appointment.

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Ready to Start Planning?

Your study abroad experience starts with a conversation.

Whether you're just curious about studying abroad or already have a program in mind, we're here to help you take the next step.

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Study Abroad Advising FAQ

The earlier you start planning, the more options you may have.

We recommend meeting with a Study Abroad Advisor 6–12 months before your intended study abroad term, when possible. Starting early gives you time to explore programs, talk with your academic advisor, research courses, consider costs and scholarships, and complete the application process.

You can meet with an advisor even if you are just beginning to consider studying abroad.

You don't need to have your destination or program picked out before your appointment.

You don't need to come to your appointment with all the answers, but it can help to think about a few things beforehand.

Where would you like to go?

Think about countries, regions, or types of destinations that interest you.

When would you like to go?

Consider whether you are interested in a semester, summer, winter, or other study abroad opportunity.

What do you want to study?

Think about courses you may need for your degree and how studying abroad could fit into your academic plan.

What questions do you have?

Bring any questions or concerns you have about studying abroad. Your advisor can help you figure out where to start.

Study Abroad Advisors and academic advisors play different roles in your planning process.

Study Abroad Advisors can help you:

  • Explore programs and destinations
  • Understand program types and requirements
  • Navigate the study abroad application process
  • Understand study abroad costs and funding
  • Prepare for your experience abroad

Your Academic Advisor can help you:

  • Determine how studying abroad fits into your degree plan
  • Identify courses you may need to take abroad
  • Understand your degree requirements
  • Plan around prerequisites and your graduation timeline
  • Determine how courses abroad may apply toward your degree

We recommend meeting with both a Study Abroad Advisor and your academic advisor as you plan your experience.

Your advising appointment is an opportunity to talk through your goals and questions with a Study Abroad Advisor.

 

Depending on where you are in the process, you may discuss:

Explore — Program types, destinations, and opportunities that may fit your interests.

Plan — Academic planning, timing, costs, and other factors to consider.

Prepare — Application requirements and the next steps toward studying abroad.

Your advisor will help you determine what to do next based on where you are in your study abroad journey.