Chatham University English Language Program Referral Program:
Any current Chatham University student who refers a student to the English Language Program may be eligible to receive a $50 gift card. Once a student applies, is accepted, and pays their deposit, the referrer will receive an email on how to receive their Gift card.
How to refer someone to the Chatham ELP:
Tell your family and friends about Chatham English Language Program.
When they apply to the ELP, there is a question that asks:
“How did you find out about us?”
They should select “Family/Friend”.
The next question asks for referral information. In order to be eligible for the $50, they must put a current Chatham University students’ name and Chatham email (@chatham.edu).
Once the application is complete, the ELP will review the application for admission. If they are admitted to the ELP, they should pay the $150 tuition deposit. This is not an additional fee- this is part of the tuition charge.
When a new ELP student deposits, the referrer will receive notification of their $50 gift card and can come to the ELP to pick it up.
Rules:
Only current Chatham University students are eligible for the $50 gift card if they have referred someone to the ELP.
Only new ELP applicants can submit a referral.
ELP applicants can only put one name in the referral section.
If a ELP applicant does not deposit, their referrer will not receive the $50 gift card.
Gift cards will be available the first week of classes.
Sometimes, you also need an additional document called a Visa. A visa is official permission from a country for you to visit. It is usually a stamp in your passport, but is also sometimes a piece of paper or electronic document that states how long you are allowed to stay in that country and in what capacity (tourist, study, business or other).
Some of the countries that require US Citizens to have an entry visa currently include Brazil, China and Vietnam. Other countries require a visa for study abroad if you will be in the country for a certain length of time, such as France, Italy and Spain. Many countries require a visa if you will complete an internship while abroad, including the United Kingdom.
You should apply for a visa through the foreign country’s embassy in the United States several weeks or months in advance. To apply for a visa, go to the country’s consulate website and find out the requirements, process of application and the fee. Each country will have different requirements; however, countries usually require proof of funds to support the student while abroad, proof of enrollment, proof of travel, proof of housing in country, and sometimes fingerprints, or other biometrics.
Some countries may require a student to appear in person to obtain his or her visa. For some countries, students may be able to use a visa service that acts as a stand in for the student. This visa service will charge the student an additional fee plus mailing charges.
Most study abroad providers have experience assisting their incoming students in the visa process. Generally it is a good idea to find out about visa requirements and begin the visa application as soon as possible once you confirm your study abroad plans.
When will you study abroad? For more information about study abroad options or the study abroad process, please contact internationalaffairs@chatham.edu or visit us at the Office of International Affairs in Falk Hall, lower level.
For students looking for an intensive travel experience and a great introduction to study abroad, Chatham field experiences offer short term faculty-led study abroad programs during which students earn 3 credits. Chatham field experiences are held during Maymester (May 1- May 19, 2017), though the exact travel dates of each field experience are not yet confirmed. Each Chatham field experience is preceded by a 3 credit prerequisite spring semester 2017 course.
2017 field experiences:
Canada – Our Northern Neighbors (Dr. Sweet-Cushman and Dr. Cruger) spring 2017 prereq. POL 313: Special Topics: The Politics of Identity and Multiculturalism in the US and Canada
Japan – Kansai Cuisines (Dr. Kingsbury and Mr. Musick) spring 2017 prereq. FST/HIS 234: Asian Foodways or two semesters of Japanese language
Portugal – Empire, Dictatorship and Identity in Modern Europe (Dr. Rossbach and Dr. Rubin) spring 2017 prereq. POL 217: European Identities
Spain – Global Health Perspectives (Dr. Appasamy and Dr. Williams-Hatala) Prerequisites for undergraduate biology/health science, BIO143 and BIO144; for undergraduate nursing students, BIO116 and BIO 117. For students in other majors, prerequisites will be approved on a case by case basis. Health science graduate students have no prerequisite course.
To be eligible, full-time undergraduate students – first year, sophomores, juniors and seniors – must have completed 30 or more undergraduate credits as of time of travel, including at least 15 credits completed at Chatham at the time of travel. Students must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and good academic, judicial and financial standing. Graduate students must have the approval of their academic advisor and the program leader of their chosen field experience.
Maymester 2016 field experience in Taiwan
Eligible undergraduate students may use their $1200 study abroad voucher toward a Maymester field experience, which reduces the program fee for these programs.
At the application website, https://chatham.abroadoffice.net/, students create a user profile and then apply to the program of interest by completing the required forms. The application deadline for the field experiences is October 14, 2016. Acceptance decisions will be given to applicants by October 24, 2016. Registration for spring 2017/MM 2017 begins on November 1.
Once accepted to a program, students must submit a $100 deposit by November 9. Students must read, initial each section, sign and return Contract for Participation in Maymester 2017 Field Experience by 4 PM on November 9, 2016. In spring 2017, students must take (or must have already taken) the prerequisite course for the field experience and pass the course. Students must attend and fulfill requirements of prerequisite course and attend all pre-departure meetings and orientations. Students must also have a passport with at least six months validity remaining after program return date. Students who don’t have a passport or have a passport that is expiring this year should apply or renew now.
For more information on these programs, please review https://chatham.abroadoffice.net/ and contact the program leader or internatonalaffairs@chatham.edu with any questions.
When will you study abroad? For more information about study abroad options, scholarships and the study abroad process, please contact internationalaffairs@chatham.edu or visit us at the Office of International Affairs in Falk Hall, lower level.
OK, so you are interested and you’ve heard about some great programs overseas that you think might work for you. But just how do you make study abroad happen?
Talk to Chatham Study Abroad Ambassadors. Their photos are on the Study Abroad bulletin board outside the Copy Center (Falk lower level) and they are wearing the “I studied abroad t-shirts” Study Abroad Ambassadors can provide tips for a smooth process and a first hand student account of the steps they took to study abroad.
…Ask me whereCheck out the Study Abroad Ambassador board in Falk lower level!
Come to the Study Abroad Fair. This year, the fair will be held on Tuesday, September 13 from 11 am – 2pm in Mellon Board Room. At the fair, you can find out more about Maymester programs, exchange programs, scholarships, provider programs and talk to returned study abroad students. Don’t miss it!
Visit the Study Abroad Library in Coolidge 025. This is a wonderful resource that you can use for inspiration in planning your study abroad experience.
Mention study abroad to your academic advisor and ask about the best timing for your major. There may be an ideal time for you study abroad. Don’t let it pass you by.
Schedule a meeting with the study abroad coordinator to discuss options and your next steps. Once you’ve found the program that is right for you, submit your application. You will also need to submit Chatham’s Study Abroad Application to make sure you are approved for the coursework you plan to take overseas.
Soon you’ll be on your way to an international experience that meets your academic needs.
When will you study abroad? For more information about study abroad options, scholarships and the study abroad process, please contact internationalaffairs@chatham.edu or visit us at the Office of International Affairs in Falk Hall, lower level.
