How to Apply

If you are thinking of studying off-campus:

1. Download and fill out an Off-Campus Study Student Interest Form.

2. Make an appointment with Kelsi Kautzky in the Office of International and Off-Campus Studies to discuss your options.  Make sure to bring in your completed Interest Form.

3. Meet with Cindi Reints in Financial Aid to discuss how off-campus study would affect your financial aid package. 

4. Meet with the Registrar's office to discuss how credit transfer works for your specific program. 

5. Once you've chosen your program, you're ready to apply for Cornell approval! 

Pre-approved Program
Exchange Program
Unaffiliated Program / Academic Leave of Absence

Keep in mind that the application date for most programs is February 1 of the year before your program, regardless of whether you're studying off-campus in fall or spring! 

5. Apply to your program of choice! Program deadlines vary, but remember that many programs fill up, so applying early is always a safer plan.