Study Abroad

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Advising for Study Abroad & Study Away

Students are required to have study abroad advising prior to application. You may meet with a Peer Advisor or Study Abroad Advisor, attend an Information Session, or complete the Virtual Study Abroad 101 session.

Drop-In Peer Advising

TBD, Study Abroad Lobby, Prothro 230 - no appointment needed!

Study Abroad 101 Sessions and Information Sessions

General advising sessions (Study Abroad 101) and specific program Information Sessions that are offered throughout the term - no appointment needed!

One-on-One In-Person Advising

 If none of the times available work for your schedule, send as an email to request an alternative time.

Study abroad advising:

  • Make an appointment with Kessa Thurman, Peer Mentor, HERE
  • Make an appointment with Laura Ramsel, Assistant Director of Study Abroad, HERE 
  • Make an appointment with Monya Lemery, Director of Study Abroad & ISS HERE

Study Away (CHIP and NYAP) advising:

  • Make an appointment with Mary Claire Angle, Director of Academic Internships, (NYAP and CHIP only), HERE

IMPORTANT: Once you schedule an advising appointment, please login to Via with your Southwestern credentials and complete the short intake questions, at least 24 hours BEFORE your appointment time.

Virtual
  • Throughout the year students may also complete Virtual Study Abroad 101.
  • One-On-One advising through video chat is available during school breaks and summer term.  Once you have booked your appointment send an email to that advisor requesting a virtual appointment.  

Location on Campus

  • Charles & Elizabeth Prothro Center for Lifelong Learning (PRC) — Rooms 231 & 232

Mailing Address

  • Southwestern University, Office of Study Abroad & International Student Services, P.O. Box 770, Georgetown, TX 78627

Mailing Address for Couriers

  • Southwestern University, Office of Study Abroad & International Student ServicesProthro Center - Room 232, 1001 East University Avenue, Georgetown, TX 78626