Admission & Preparation

Deadlines

The application deadlines for students are:

October 1 for Semester 1 or the full year (begins in February)
February 1 for Semester 2 (begins in July)

Eligibility Requirements

This program is open to admitted and enrolled University of Oregon students in good standing in all fields of study. To be eligible, students must have before departure:

• at least 75 credits
• an overall GPA of 3.00 or above
• completed WR 121 and 122 with grades B- or higher
• certain faculties may have prerequisites

Students must also make satisfactory academic progress throughout the application process and their study abroad program, and otherwise comply with policies and procedures of the host university, the UO and International Affairs.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements, please contact Cari Vanderkar Moore before applying.

Application Process

Early application is advised. Selection for the program is based on a review of the student's written application, transcripts, recommendations and a personal interview. Applications are submitted to the International Affairs office.

Applications are available in International Affairs, Room 330 Oregon Hall or online via the link below:

UO Application

A $50 application fee is due at the time the application is submitted and is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Selection and Participation

Participants must meet the eligibility requirements for their chosen program, and be prepared linguistically, academically, and socially to succeed abroad. Overseas study participants must satisfactorily complete the following:

• well-written program application
• personal interview
• timely submission of required paperwork
• attendance at pre-departure orientation sessions
• payment of program fees

Program participants must also demonstrate the ability to be successful overseas through evidence of maturity, motivation, and flexibility, and such other characteristics as the OIP may deem relevant or appropriate. Participation in any program is subject to the approval of International Affairs and its partner institutions, which may grant or withhold such approval in their sole discretion.

Secondary Paperwork

All students admitted to this program are required to complete and submit to Study Abroad Programs secondary paperwork. The paperwork will be given to students at the end of their interview or can be downloaded at:

Secondary Paperwork

Visa Information

After receiving a Confirmation of Enrollment (COE) from La Trobe University, students accepted for this program are required to obtain a valid student visa to enter Australia for study purposes. US Citizens may apply online for an electronic study visa. Applicants from other countries may have to apply by mail or in person and the process might take longer. More information can be found online at www.immi.gov.au under the Visa and Immigration section. Please discuss any questions you might have with the Overseas Program Coordinator.

Please Note: The Australian government requires all international students studying on a student visa to maintain acceptable health and medical insurance with a preferred provider for their entire time in Australia. You will be required to pay for the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) when you pay your tuition fees. OSHC provides medical and hospital coverage while students are in Australia.

Please note that visa regulations and policies change frequently.

All students should apply for or renew (if necessary) their U.S. (or other) passports as soon as possible.

Orientations

All study abroad participants must fulfill the required study abroad orientation process. Students are required to complete a general Blackboard orientation and attend the program-specific orientation.

The orientations will cover administrative logistics, travel, health, safety, conduct, housing and cultural adjustment and whenever possible involve discussions with past participants. More information regarding the orientation process will be emailed to students.

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