FAQs
Get answers to some frequently asked questions, categorized by program type. Not sure what type of program you’re interested in? Check out the Choosing Your Program page to learn more.
Study at Partner University FAQs
These are the most frequently asked questions by students studying for a semester / year at a partner university through SJSU Exchange, CSU IP, ISEP, or summer through the Summer School Abroad (SSA) programs. Please click on the question to review the answers, in addition to checking out the Getting Started section for additional information.
Application
- Can I apply to more than one study abroad program?
- Can I apply to participate in a Summer School Abroad (SSA) program if I will officially graduate in May?
- Can I study abroad more than once?
- Can graduate students study abroad?
- Can F-1 International students study abroad?
- Can I study abroad the semester I plan to graduate?
- I want to study abroad for an academic year, but in different locations each semester. Can I do this?
Academics
- How do I register for my SSA class?
- How do I register for a semester-long program (SJSU Exchange, CSU IP, or ISEP)?
- Can I take an online class at SJSU while I am abroad?
- Can I take an abroad course for Credit / No Credit?
- How and when will my transcript from my host university abroad be sent to SJSU for processing?
Finances, Housing, & Insurance
Study & Travel with SJSU FAQs
These are the most frequently asked questions by students studying on a Faculty-Led Program or Alternative Break Program. Please click on the question to review the answers, in addition to checking out the Getting Started section for additional information.
Application
- What are the requirements to apply?
- Can I apply to multiple programs?
- Can I apply if I am currently a first year student?
- Can I apply if I am an international student with an F-1 visa?
- Can graduate students participate in an FLP or an ABP?
- Can I apply to participate in an FLP if I will officially graduate the semester prior?
- What is the process for submitting my application if I am not an SJSU student?
- What happens after I have submitted my application?
- How will I be notified of my acceptance to my program?
- Can I study abroad more than once?
Academics
- How do I register for the FLP class?
- How do I register for a FLP course that falls outside of my program of study (major)?
- Can I participate in the program without taking the SJSU course?
- How can I request an official transcript after I have completed the course as an Open University (OU) student?
- Will I receive academic credit for participating in an ABP?
Finances
Housing & Insurance
Still have questions? Send an email to us at spartansabroad@sjsu.edu.
Contact Us
Study Abroad and Away
College of Professional and Global Education (CPGE)
One Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192-0135
Email: spartansabroad@sjsu.edu
Phone: (408) 924 2670