Study Abroad Policies
International Travel Policy
Per the Interim SJU International Travel Policy, all student, administration and staff travelers and faculty or staff traveling overseas with students must seek approval from the Center for International Programs for all University-sponsored, international travel. Please be sure to read the full version, which includes instructions for filing an appeal, protocols for approval and additional information.
Semester Abroad Policy
This policy covers the student application process, how to petition to participate in a non-approved program, academic and disciplinary standing requirements and other key information you need to know before you study abroad for a semester.
SJU Study Tours & Summer Programs Policy
If you are interested in a summer or winter study abroad program, you should carefully review the policies and procedures for SJU-sponsored summer and winter programs. The policy covers the student application process, cancelations, risk management and more.
Non-SJU Summer and Winter Abroad Policy
If you're interested in a summer or winter study abroad program in another location, please carefully review the non-SJU summer/winter study abroad procedures. The policy covers academic and disciplinary standing requirements, application information, class credits and more.
FERPA & Study Abroad
According to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), certain information, known as directory information, may be disclosed by anyone without the prior written consent of the student. While FERPA defines a list of what can be considered directory information, it's at the direction of the institution to define what that it. Learn more about what the Center for International Programs can and can't disclose.