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Do I have to speak a foreign language to study abroad?
How much does it cost to study abroad?
Will my financial aid apply?
Who can study abroad?
Can I learn a language while I am abroad?
Do I need a passport?
How does the credit work?
Can I study abroad if I am a freshman? A senior?
What courses/programs are being offered?

Do I have to speak a foreign language to study abroad?
No. There is a range of different options available from programs taught entirely in English to programs taught entirely in a foreign language, and everything in between.
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How much does it cost to study abroad?
It depends..each program has different costs that must be considered. In many instances, studying abroad is much more cost effective that being a tourist, and you receive academic credit as well.
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Will my financial aid apply?
Probably. Student Financial Assistance is the ultimate arbiter and should be consulted for a definitive answer.
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Who can study abroad?
Each program or course may have different requirements for participation. Eligibility can depend on college credit earned, major, courses taken, or other factors. You should consult the individual program or program director for eligibility.
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Can I learn a language while I am abroad?
Yes! Many programs are specifically designed to either directly or indirectly help you improve your language skills. Both short and long term opportunities exist for language instruction.
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Do I need a passport?
Yes. In many countries a passport is all that is required. However, in some countries a visa is also required. Please check with your chosen program regarding visa requirements.
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How does the credit work?
Credit that is not awarded at WKU will be transferred back to the university. A "study abroad approval form" has been developed to help students communicate with the academic departments and figure out transfer equivalencies prior to departure.
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Can I study abroad if I am a freshman? A senior?
In most cases, yes. Every program is different, but there is no best time to study abroad. Previous WKU students have been able to study abroad the summer before their freshman year as well as after graduation. You can never start too early and its never too late to go.
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What courses/programs are being offered?
Please check our updated programs page for current program information.
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Getting Started Programs Financial Aid Health & Safety Forms FAQ Links About Us	FAQ for Students Do I have to speak a foreign language to study abroad? How much does it cost to study abroad? Will my financial aid apply? Who can study abroad? Can I learn a language while I am abroad? Do I need a passport? How does the credit work? Can I study abroad if I am a freshman? A senior? What courses/programs are being offered? Do I have to speak a foreign language to study abroad? No. There is a range of different options available from programs taught entirely in English to programs taught entirely in a foreign language, and everything in between. TOP How much does it cost to study abroad? It depends..each program has different costs that must be considered. In many instances, studying abroad is much more cost effective that being a tourist, and you receive academic credit as well. TOP Will my financial aid apply? Probably. Student Financial Assistance is the ultimate arbiter and should be consulted for a definitive answer. TOP Who can study abroad? Each program or course may have different requirements for participation. Eligibility can depend on college credit earned, major, courses taken, or other factors. You should consult the individual program or program director for eligibility. TOP Can I learn a language while I am abroad? Yes! Many programs are specifically designed to either directly or indirectly help you improve your language skills. Both short and long term opportunities exist for language instruction. TOP Do I need a passport? Yes. In many countries a passport is all that is required. However, in some countries a visa is also required. Please check with your chosen program regarding visa requirements. TOP How does the credit work? Credit that is not awarded at WKU will be transferred back to the university. A "study abroad approval form" has been developed to help students communicate with the academic departments and figure out transfer equivalencies prior to departure. TOP Can I study abroad if I am a freshman? A senior? In most cases, yes. Every program is different, but there is no best time to study abroad. Previous WKU students have been able to study abroad the summer before their freshman year as well as after graduation. You can never start too early and its never too late to go. TOP What courses/programs are being offered? Please check our updated programs page for current program information. TOP
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