If you are considering studying abroad, here is what you need to know!
STEP 1: Investigate our programs and contact your Thornton Academic Advisor
Based on your academic and personal goals, discuss program options with your academic advisor.
Some factors to consider are:
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- How an off-campus experience will enhance your regular Thornton academic program
- How to integrate the off-campus experience into your overall Thornton course plan
STEP 2: Make a study abroad course plan.
Think about whether you want to take classes abroad towards your major and/or enhance your professional development.
Begin filling out the Study Abroad Course Planning Tool
Begin filling out the Study Abroad Planning Tool and develop a potential study-abroad course plan with your Thornton academic advisor.
The following are curated study abroad timelines. These are tentative timelines that may change based on student’s academic goals and/or additional majors/minors. Final timeline requires approval from Thornton Academic Advisor and Faculty.
- Classical Performance & Composition Majors
- Jazz Studies
- Production
- Pop: Performance
- Pop: Songwriting
Credit Conversion Examples
European Credit Transfer System (ECTS): ECTS units divided by 2 = USC semester units
Research Appropriate Courses Abroad
Research available courses at the overseas host institution. Contact the Thornton International Programs Coordinator with questions about courses.
STEP 3: Meet with your academic advisor to review your plan.
Review your proposed course plan(s) and discuss scheduling opportunities for study abroad.
STEP 4: Consider your finances.
Students receiving financial aid may apply their aid to the cost of their Thornton International Program thus a semester abroad should NOT be more expensive than a semester at Thornton including international travel.
You can also explore additional sources of funding such as scholarships and grants for international education.
STEP 5: Complete all required application processes and/or eligibility requirements.
There are separate applications for your chosen program and for Thornton. Follow the checklist and make sure you turn in all documents on time!
Short Term Study Abroad & Maymester
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- Attend Information Session
- Discuss international collaboration with Lead Faculty and/or International Programs Coordinator
- Submit application
- Pay Program Fees
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- Purchase Flights
- Attend Pre-Departure Workshop
- Traveling with Instrument Guidelines
Semester Exchange
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- Attend Information Session
- Discuss application process and/or overseas Host Institutions with International Programs Coordinator
- Submit application
- Complete Academic Learning Agreement
- Complete Visa Requirements
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- Purchase Flights
- Attend Pre-Departure Workshop
- Traveling with Instrument Guidelines
STEP 6: Attend Pre-Departure workshop.
Work with the Thornton International Programs Coordinator, to arrange your passport/visa applications, course credit transfer details, and logistical/travel preparations.