- Study Abroad Required Meetings/Orientations
- Peer Advisors/Study Abroad Alumni Group
- Financial Planning
- Scholarships
- Passport and Visa Info
- Registration
- Students Participating in GT Summer Group Programs | the Pacific Program | GTL | Arch Senior Year in Paris
- Students Participating in GT Exchange and Study/Work Abroad Programs
- Students Participating in Non-GT Programs
- Payment Information
- Insurance
- Safety
- International Student/Teacher Identity Card
Study Abroad Meetings/Orientations
- GT Group Programs: Prep Meeting: PART ONE - (ONLINE)
- GT Group Programs: Prep Meeting: PART TWO
- Pre-Departure Orientation for GT Exchange and Study/Work Abroad Programs (ONLINE)
- Intercultural Orientation for GT Exchange and Study/Work Abroad Programs
Peer Advisors and Study Abroad Alumni Group
You have specific questions about the program you are preparing to go on or the country you'll be living in. The peer advisors and study abroad alumni group have the answers.
The cost of study abroad programs varies widely depending on which expenses are included in the program fees. Be sure that you read program literature carefully and understand what expenses are included in the program fees that you will pay to the sponsor of the program. You will need to estimate those expenses that are not included so that you are sure to have adequate funds available for the duration of your program. You should also include a contingency fund, which can be used in case of an emergency, in your estimates. To check out the estimated program costs as compared to a semester in Atlanta, check out our Cost Comparison.
For more information on Financial Aid, visit Study Abroad Fin Aid Info.
Passport and Visa Info
DON’T PUT IT OFF!!!! IT TAKES 6+ WEEKS TO OBTAIN A PASSPORT.
See the Passport and Visa flyer for details.
Registration
Students Participating in GT Summer Group Programs | the Pacific Program | GTL Undergrad programs
In order to register for courses offered as part of a study abroad program, the OIE must send the Registrar confirmation that you are a study abroad participant.
You will be able to register during normal registration periods, as outlined in the GT Oscar.
You can get the course descriptions, course numbers, etc. from the Program Director of your particular study abroad program.
Transients/Special Students have different procedures than regular degree-seeking GT students. Transient students will only be allowed to register during late registration (Phase II). They will be assigned a time ticket through GT's online registration system. Further details will be emailed after acceptance.
Students Participating in GT Exchange and Study/Work Abroad ProgramsParticipants in Semester/Exchange or Study/Work Abroad programs must register for either Foreign Studies (FS) 4000 (undergraduates) or Foreign Studies (FS) 6000 (graduate students).
FS 4000 and FS 6000 are special courses created to keep you in the computer system (so that your GT e-mail account will not be cancelled; so that you can continue to receive financial aid; so your GT Box is not given to someone else, etc.) during your participation in a GT Exchange or Study/Work Abroad program. During your semester abroad, you may ONLY be registered for an FS course; you may not register for any other GT course.
In order to register for either Foreign Studies course, you must be given a permit. The Office of International Education will request the appropriate permit for you for each semester that you are abroad.
You will be able to register during normal registration periods, as outlined in the GT Oscar.
Students Participating in Non-GT ProgramsStudents who choose to participate in programs offered by other universities or organizations DO NOT register for any course at GT while abroad. Students participating in non-GT programs should contact the administrator of the program for registration information. Go here for more info: Non-GT Programs
Payment Information
All payments for deposits, program fees, and tuition are handled through the GT Bursar.
Insurance
Insurance Information for Students Participating in Non-GT Programs
If you participate in a non-GT program, you should check with the university or other entity administering the program to find out whether or not health, evacuation, and repatriation insurance are included in the program. If the program does not provide what you consider to be adequate insurance coverage. Click here for further information.
Safety
International Safety Numbers
Download Safety Guide
International Student/Teacher Identity Card
How & Where to Purchase ISIC:
For detailed information on the ISIC and for locations where you can purchase the ISIC or ITIC, go to: STA Travel.
Benefits of the International Student Identity Card (ISIC):
Your regular GT student ID may not be accepted as proof of student status while you are abroad, so you may want to purchase the International Student Identity Card (ISIC). ISIC is an internationally recognized proof of student status. The benefits of ISIC vary widely from country to country, but may include discounts on airfare and other transportation, accommodation, and admission fees to museums, cultural events, and concerts. ISIC also provides basic medical and accident insurance for as long as your ISIC is valid. There is no age limit for purchasing ISIC, but age restrictions may apply to some discounts. A free handbook is provided to all ISIC/ITIC purchasers, which provides detailed information on insurance, emergency assistance for travelers, student airfares, and cardholder discounts in the United States and abroad. The benefits for the International Teacher Identity Card (ITIC) are similar to those of ISIC.