Going Abroad
Want to study abroad while earning credits towards your major? Apply through the Center for Global Education and Exchange to begin your journey abroad.
How to start your study abroad adventure.
Plan ahead! Do your research at least one year in advance of desired departure date.
View PowerPoint slide show to learn about study abroad opportunities.
Check out this University of Hawaii video for Asian/Pacific Islander American students on why you should study abroad, funding, expectations, highlights, culture shock, and the re-entry experience.
1. Meet Key People
- Study Abroad Advisor: Make an appointment with a study abroad advisor in the Center for Global Education and Exchange to evaluate program options to go abroad for one or two semesters or for a summer. We recommend that you research more than one suitable program that interests you.
- Academic Advisor: Discuss with your academic advisor if study abroad is right for you. Obtain approval of a desired program and determine when the best time is for you to go abroad. Tip: communicate with your academic advisor on a frequent basis so you gain the support needed to study abroad.
- Financial Aid Counselor: If you are receiving financial aid, you must complete the Financial Aid for Study Abroad Form and schedule an appointment to meet with Ms. Kolby Santiago, financial aid counselor. Please note that in most cases, you will not receive your financial aid prior to leaving or early enough to pay for deposits, airfare, etc. If awarded, communicate to Ms. Santiago any study abroad scholarships you may have received.
2. Minimum Qualifications:
- Full-time UH Hilo student
- Completion of 24 college credits by the time of departure
- Maintain a 3.0 GPA
3. Application Process (for International Exchange, ISEP, or Affiliated Program):
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Fill out and submit UH Hilo’s Study Abroad application to the Center for Global Education and Exchange. Due dates: Fall: February 1 and Spring: October 1 (some programs have an earlier submittal date)
- Once selected by UH Hilo you will fill out the application form for the host university overseas, and submit it to the Center for Global Education and Exchange. The deadlines vary by university. Your study abroad advisor will submit your completed application packet to the program of your choice.
4. Scholarship Application:
- Research the scholarships available for study abroad.
- Simultaneously fill out scholarship application forms while applying to study abroad.
- Be mindful of scholarship application deadlines, they may be earlier than most study abroad application deadline