To apply to study abroad, be sure to complete all of the following steps:

1. TCU Online Application

All students studying abroad or traveling abroad with a TCU group must register and complete the TCU online forms.

TCU requires a 2.8 cumulative GPA and 2 semesters in residence in order to study abroad. The GPA requirement is set to ensure that the student will succeed academically in a new and challenging environment, without a large academic support system or resources. Exceptions to the GPA requirement are rare. In some cases, the GPA requirement is set by the host university and TCU cannot override it.  Students may request an exception to the GPA requirement by submitting a GPA Petition form.

2. Additional Application Materials:

Students studying abroad must complete the Credit Approval Form.  Students should consult with their academic advisors, deparment chairs, and deans for completion of this form.

4. Online Orientation

All students must watch the pre-departure orientation for undergraduate students or graduate students and submit quiz results to our office.

5. Register with International SOS

All students must register with International SOS.  To do so:

• Go to the SOS Website (log on to http://my.tcu.edu and click on International SOS under "Helpful Links")
• Click on the link in third paragraph in the middle of the page which says "Click here to activate your Emergency Record"
• Click on the link on the right which says, "First Time Users, Sign Up"
• Select a username and password for your Emergency Record
• Following the menu items at the left, add your information for all the sections
• Scan a copy of your passport and upload it to My Documents

Petition Forms:

SAME CITY POLICY & PETITION FORM

Students may not apply to programs in cities where a TCU program exists without demonstrating compelling academic reasons why they choose not to apply to the TCU program. Reasons include but are not limited to:

• a student’s academic objectives cannot be accommodated by a TCU Program;
• the student applies to, but is not accepted into, a TCU Program.

If a student is able to demonstrate compelling reasons, through a petition, why the TCU program does not fulfill his/her academic objectives and another program does and is authorized by TCU for study in a same-city program, he/she will be given a letter of permission and can then apply directly to the host program. If a student applies to a program without official approval from TCU, the credits from the program will not be accepted by TCU.  (Click here for the Same City Petition)

Under no circumstances may a student study, enroll or register independently at an institution where a TCU program currently exists. If a student does study, enroll or register at one of these institutions, the student will receive no credit in any subject for the coursework.

TCU PARTNER PROGRAMS AND PETITIONS FOR NEW PROGRAMS

TCU Partner Programs are select study abroad programs offered through third-party organizations such as IES or CIEE. TCU Partner programs are designed to enhance offerings to students and provide opportunities where TCU has no program. These programs have been selected by the Center for International Studies based on the quality of the program, the Center's familiarity with the program, and the location. This ensures quality academic experiences and strong communication between TCU and the affiliate. A wide range of locations and academic disciplines are covered by these locations.
 
If a student is interested in a destination where no Partner Program exists, or the Partner Programs do not meet the student’s academic needs, the student may contact the Center for International Studies to review other programs and petition to receive approval to study on another program. The petition process helps ensure that the proposed program is of academic merit and offers a high quality experience.  Click here for the New Program Petition