Pre-Departure Checklist
- Attend a general information session to learn more about the study abroad application process
- Schedule an appointment with a Study Abroad Advisor at least one business week prior to the application deadline
- Meet with an Academic Advisor to have the courses you are planning to take at the host institution approved
- Obtain a valid passport if you don't already have one
- Receive notification of acceptance from Suffolk University
- Receive notification of acceptance from host university (Suffolk Madrid students will only receive one acceptance)
- Pay any program or housing deposits, if required
- Investigate your options for overseas health insurance coverage
- Check the visa requirements for the country where you will be studying
- Gather documents and apply for a student visa if you need to obtain one
- Complete any housing forms by the designated program deadlines
- Register for courses/Be registered for courses
- Suffolk Madrid students, register on MySuffolk at an assigned date and time
- All other students will be placed into placeholder courses. Do not drop these courses and do not register for courses in Boston. This will be taken care of for you.
- Purchase a plane ticket (only after official acceptance)
- Attend the Suffolk University mandatory pre-departure orientation
- Create an account with the U.S. Department of State STEP Program and check back for updates on our new international travel assistance provider
- Pick up your student visa
- Contact your doctor about any medical concerns, questions about vaccinations, and help with obtaining any prescriptions in advance
- Notify your bank and credit card companies that you will be out of the country for a period of time
- Start packing!