_____	Create an online Study Abroad Account.
_____	Research available study abroad programs.   Write down all questions that you come up with about the program you want to attend.
_____	Review program information and questions with Study Abroad Advisor. Once you select a program, complete application process.
_____	Meet with Financial Aid Advisor (Laura Przybylinski) in the Office of Financial Aid to find out if you are eligible for financial aid.
_____	Apply for Study Abroad Travel Grant.   See grant application for deadlines. (If you plan to study in the summer or fall semesters the deadline is the end of March, spring semester the deadline is the end of October).
_____	Contact your Key Academic Advisor and obtain a list of courses you still need to complete your UIndy degree. Have Key Academic Advisor fill out Academic Approval for Study Abroad (PDF) and then return to Breezy Anne Wente. Also, go over what courses you will be taking when you get back and have them written down to take with you (you will have to email them to your advisor/Breezy/the Registrar's Office when the dates come up for registration - this will happen while you are abroad).
_____	If living on campus, get in contact with Residence Life to inform them of your plans.
_____	Obtain or renew your passport (Can be done at your local post office - pictures can be taken for a lesser expense at Walgreens or CVS).
_____	Look into visa requirements for the country you are going.   Discuss this with Breezy before leaving.
_____	Check with your current health insurance provider regarding overseas coverage and limitations.
_____	Purchase study abroad health insurance if coverage is not provided by current health insurance or study abroad program. (Look into ISIC International ID card - through Breezy) *Insurance - All students are required to have insurance coverage while studying abroad.   If you need a supplemental policy to cover you while abroad the following are examples of policies for student's studying abroad: HTH Worldwide ISIC Basic Emergency Travel Assistance STA travel
_____	"U.S. citizens are strongly encouraged to maintain a high level of vigilance, be aware of local events, and take the appropriate steps to bolster their personal security. For additional information, please refer to "A Safe Trip Abroad" found at travel.state.gov taken from Public Announcements on State.gov
_____	Get vaccinations/exams (if necessary) from you health care provider.
_____	Purchase airline tickets.  Examples would include:  StudentUniverse.com, STATravel.com, Travelocity.com, etc.
_____	Bring invoice (bill from program) into Breezy to go over before acting.   (Do not pay anything until you have discussed with Breezy first)