Students typically apply for programs the semester before they plan to travel but may apply as soon as applications open.
Deadlines for most (but not all) programs (check for individual program deadlines):
- March 1 for fall
- October 1 for spring
- Deadlines vary for summer programs
Study Abroad (ISA, TEAN, CIS Abroad, Semester at Sea)
Students apply online directly to their program of interest. Refer to the websites of each program for detailed instructions, application fees, and payment schedules.
National Student Exchange (NSE)
Students apply through the Study Away Advisor, indicating their top five choices, and are entered into the NSE placement system (deadline for applications is mid-February). At the NSE Placement Conference every March, you are placed in the order of your choices (although first-choice placements are not always guaranteed). Participants in NSE pay tuition and fees to MCLA and room and board costs directly to the host institution.
The Washington Center (TWC)
Eligible juniors and seniors apply directly to The Washington Center after consultation with their advisors. Faculty sponsors submit an MCLA internship application for the semester students will be attending TWC.