SUNY New Paltz Study Abroad - Accepted Participants

"Students participating in the New Paltz - Middlesex program have the advantage of experiencing first-hand and at relatively low cost the educational system of a British university. New Paltz has established a comprehensive, well-thought-through oreintation process to inform students about the details of the program. Both institutions seem wholly committed to making the program work."

What You Need to Know About The Process

1. Your reply form and non-refundable administrative fee are due within two weeks of the date on your acceptance letter. Failure to return these within the time limit may prevent your participation in the study abroad program.

2. Your acceptance packet will contain forms from the host university. These forms are also due within two weeks of the date on your acceptance letter. Failure to return these within the time limit may prevent your participation in the study abroad program. The packet will also include visa and travel information.

3. Be sure to write your birthdate as requested on international forms, which is usually day/month/year. If in doubt write out your birthday, for example: January 10, 1980.

4. Do not plan to travel before your departure abroad. For most countries the visa process must be completed just before departure and in-person.

5. Be patient. Study abroad is taking two completely different educational systems and having them work together. There is a lot of paperwork from both New Paltz and the host institution.
There is also a cultural difference with regards to time. Americans want everything right now, but the rest of the world doesn't function the same way. You will get things when you need them, not necessarily when you want them.

6. Please carefully read all the materials outlined in your acceptance packet.
A. Semester/Academic Year Overseas Academic Programs Handbook

B. Summer/Intersession Overseas Academic Programs Handbook

AND

C. General Orientation Handbook

7. Return required forms promptly. Late submissions will cause problems with the entire study abroad application process. Keep copies of all completed forms.

Reply Form
Agreement & Release - to be read and signed by student.
Student Health Information - to be filled out by the student.
Physician's Statement - to be filled out by the student's medical doctor.
Passport Information
FERPA Permission to Release Information - to be filled out by student.
US Consulate Registration Form
1. After clicking the link, scroll down the page and click on Travel Registration.
2. From the next page, click on "if not, Create an Account", on the right hand side of the page under the Sign-in Boxes.
3. Once finished, forward us a copy of the confirmation email you receive, or, Print and send us the Profile Page.
Flight Information - to be filled out by the student after you've made your flight arrangements
Semester Sign-Off Sheet or Summer Sign-Off Sheet - to be signed by student after reading all materials sent in study abroad packets.
Student Contract - to be read and signed by student AFTER participating in pre-departure Orientation.

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