Study Abroad Advising

The first step in the study abroad process is to attend one of our mandatory information sessions.  These sessions are held each Thursday classes are in session at 1:00pm in Sawyer 133.  After attending one of these sessions, our staff is available to meet with students to discuss any additional questions or concerns you have. 

Walk-in advising hours are:

Monday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tuesday: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Wednesday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Thursday: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 

All other advising hours are by appointment only.  No walk-ins will be accepted outside of the posted walk-in hours. 

Students may call the office at 617-573-8072 to schedule appointments. For Madrid programs, please contact Melanie Funken at mfunken@suffolk.edu.

Where to begin:

• Talk to your parents about your wish to study abroad
• Attend one of the mandatory information sessions.  Thursdays at 1:00pm in Sawyer 133
• Research and select a program and/or the destination where you wish to study abroad
• Make sure you meet all the application requirements to study abroad
• Consider if you will study abroad for a semester or academic year, or on one of our shorter-term options (such as a summer program, or faculty led course)
• Complete the application form(s)
• Meet with your academic advisor and select the courses you wish to take
• Make sure you have submitted all required documents (refer to the checklist provided with our application form)
• Submit completed application materials to the Office of Study Abroad Programs at Suffolk University by the specified deadlines
• Smile! You’re one step closer to your destination!
• If you don’t have one already, make sure you obtain a passport & visa (if applicable, check with Office of Study Abroad Programs to see if you will need a visa for your program)
• Make your travel arrangements - make sure to provide the Office of Study Abroad Programs with your final flight itinerary
• Make sure your immunizations are up to date and if you need prescription medication, check with your doctor to have enough refills for your time abroad
• Develop a budget - consider in-country cost before you go
• Attend the mandatory pre-departure orientation
• Pay your tuition balance
• Pack and make sure you have a converter for all electronic devices you take abroad
• Enjoy! You are on your way!

Note: No student will be accepted into a program if his/her application is not complete or if they have not attended one of our information sessions!