Steps to Study Abroad
Spring 2021
Submit the Intent to Study Abroad form on myBarnard. This form is non-binding. Only students who submitted this form by the deadline are eligible to apply to study abroad during Spring 2021.
2020-21 Deadline: March 15, 2020
*Study abroad participation requires a valid passport with expiration at least 6 months beyond the latest possible departure.
For more information on Spring 2021 and important application information, review the Study Abroad Next Steps Webinar recording.
Most study abroad applications require students to apply directly to the program online. Applications vary and may require the following: statement of purpose, letter(s) of recommendation, (un)official transcripts, preliminary course selection, etc. Many programs admit on a rolling basis, therefore the earlier you submit your application, the earlier you will be notified. Other programs have their own specific application deadline. We recommend applying before October 1st for Spring programs, though some may have deadlines earlier than this. If your application requires an advisor/institutional approval form please email it as an attachment to studyabroad@barnard.edu.
For Barnard exchange programs: students applying to exchange/consortial programs must be nominated by the Barnard Global office. Complete the Application for Nomination here. Spring 2021 deadline: September 15, 2020.
Submit the Notice of Study Leave on myBarnard. This form serves as your official Barnard application to study abroad during the following term. The Notice form confirms the program you will be studying on and verifies important academic information. Once submitted, the following Barnard staff must approve your Notice: your Class Dean, major advisor(s), and financial aid advisor. Please note there is one deadline for submitting the Notice and another for obtaining the requisite approvals.
Spring 2021: Notice submission deadline: October 1, 2020; Approval deadline: November 1, 2020
All students are required to attend Pre-departure orientation.
Spring 2021: TBD November
For questions about this process please email studyabroad@barnard.edu, or make a virtual appointment with an advisor.