:: Independent Study Abroad Programs ::
Cal Poly students going abroad have a wide variety of programs to choose from including:
- Enrolling in a Cal Poly sponsored program including: academic year, faculty-led quarter abroad, exchanges and cooperative agreements;
- Enrolling in another CSU sponsored program via the Intrasystem Visitor Application;
- Enrolling in a program sponsored by another accredited U.S. university, college, or consortium;
- Enrolling in a program sponsored by an organization other than a college or university;
- Enrolling directly in a foreign university as an occasional or special student;
- Enrolling in a U.S. or international college abroad.
Although many students choose to study abroad with a Cal Poly group for the ability to receive direct credit and access financial aid, others prefer to go the more independent route. The options and opportunities are virtually limitless for the independent student traveler. IEP has established a set of guidelines to follow in planning your independent study abroad experience.
To learn more about what you need to, download:
It is strongly recommended that you attend one of the quarterly “Planning Your Study Abroad Experience” informational meetings
In this case, "Independent Study" refers to Cal Poly course work including senior project, internship, community service learning, cooperative education, special project, or a normal class. University credit may be given during the period in which the student is abroad or after the student has returned to campus.
Students choosing a study abroad that will give them Cal Poly credit but will not be going through an established program or department exchange will need to work with their advising faculty member to complete these two forms:
Students should also do research on health and safety concerning their study abroad experience. You can start with our web page on Health and Safety.
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