Study Abroad Planning

STA Travel expert advice on when to do what when it comes to studying abroad - from how far in advance to visit your study abroad office to when to think about buying plane tickets.

12 months before See your campus study abroad advisor
9-12 months before  Read your informational materials
  Choose your field of study
  Choose a country
  Choose a program 
3-6 months before  Get your passport and visa (if needed)
 

Talk to your STA Travel expert about: 

  plane tickets
  accommodation (if you're arriving before housing is ready)
  rail pass
  ISIC card
  travel insurance
  international cell phone
1-3 months before  Get check-up and doctor and dentist, read up on the culture, city, and history of the city you're going to! 

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