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The International Education office advises students desiring to study abroad about college requirements and the course selection in order to meet their MC program needs and about the choice of countries best suited to advance their academic careers and broaden their global understanding.
As a member of the College Consortium for International Studies (CCIS), MC can send students to any one of 52 accredited college programs in 30 countries around the world. All courses to be taken abroad must be approved in advance by the MC transfer officer. Upon successful completion, credits transfer to MC, are recorded on the students' transcripts, and may be applied toward graduation requirements. Pre-Departure Activities
The pre-departure advising process must be initiated at least one semester in advance of departure in order for the International Education office to help students prepare the necessary documentation. Students will be advised of the Montgomery College fees and the in-country expenses, orientation fees, cost of room and board, and all other financial responsibilities. Students receiving Financial Aid may use it for study abroad. Scholarships may be available through the International Education Program.
Students must satisfy the following requirements in order to study abroad:
- Have a 2.5 G.P.A. (except for Germany, which requires a 2.0 G.P.A.)
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- Have successfully completed a minimum of 12 credits
- Be able to demonstrate the maturity and flexibility necessary to meet cultural and academic challenges abroad
- Be able to study abroad full time (12 credits; additional credits require an advisor's approval)
- Complete the CCIS application form (available from the Coordinator of Study Abroad in the International Education Office)
- Complete two reference forms
- Present a "letter of intent" that documents the purpose for study abroad
The Coordinator of Study Abroad will forward all materials with a cover letter and a copy of an official student transcript to the CCIS sponsoring institution.
- Upon acceptance, students must complete the following steps
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- Register at Montgomery College for SA 200 (12 credits abroad)
- Pay a $200 administration fee to the college cashier
- Provide evidence of health insurance or obtain individual short-term student insurance policies available through the International Education Office
- Provide evidence of health immunizations
- Obtain a passport at least three months in advance of departure
- Obtain visas, if required
Make an appointment with a Study Abroad advisor on the Rockville, Takoma Park/Silver Spring, or Germantown Campus to find out more.
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