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FAQ Category: For Students

When will I get my grades?

Coursework and grades are typically posted 10 – 12 weeks after the program ends. The Center for International Studies works closely with the Office of Financial Aid to keep this from preventing future aid to post. Students are not able to graduate at the end their study abroad semester. TCU cannot certify degree requirements until… Read more »

Are the classes hard?

You should expect the classes to be different. The pace, the grading, the approach of professors, and the structure will all be different. Students who take the academics seriously, attend class diligently, and ask for help tend to do very well. But be aware that absences, negative attitudes, comparisons to U.S. academics, and a “vacation”… Read more »

Can I audit or take courses pass/no credit?

Audits are not allowed for Study Abroad classes. You may elect a Pass/No-Credit (P/NC) grading option per TCU’s P/NC policies. To select P/NC for courses offered at a partner institution, you must follow instructions communicated in your TCU Online portal, where you can find the form, instructions, and P/NC deadline for your specific program. To… Read more »

Will I get grades for my courses?

Yes. If you are taking coursework at a TCU-in program or a TCU Global Portfolio program, your program will provide a grade conversion indicating how the grades from abroad will be converted to the TCU scale.

How early do I need to apply?

The application process typically starts the semester before you go abroad, but summer students should plan to apply as early as October or November. Review the application process on How to Apply.

Are there eligibility requirements for study abroad?

Yes, applicants must be currently-enrolled, degree-seeking students in good standing at TCU. All semester programs require a minimum 2.8 GPA and two prior semesters at TCU. Some programs have additional prerequisites, so check the program page to confirm your eligibility.

Isn’t study abroad expensive?

Study abroad can be affordable. For semester programs, TCU students pay the same TCU tuition rate and program fees are similar to the cost of TCU housing. TCU financial aid also applies, and there are additional scholarships for study abroad students.