Participation
In Order to Participate:
- You must be in good academic standing with an overall grade point average of 3.00 or higher and achieved junior status. A 3.50 is required for the Oxford Programme.
- You must be in your Junior or Senior year and have attended Tiffin University for at least three semesters as a full-time student.
- You must be favorably recommended by the Dean of Students and your faculty advisor. A faculty recommendation is also required for the Oxford Programme.
- You must be a full-time student, 12 credit hours or more.
- Complete the Application for Study Abroad Program and obtain all required signatures. This signed form must be turned in to the Registrar and a copy to the Coordinator of Cultural Immersion.
The Next Steps
- Submit the signed waiver to the Coordinator of Cultural Immersion.
- If you are applying for financial aid you must have filed all the necessary documents by July 1 for the fall semester and October 1 for the spring semester.
- Recipients of institutional aid, including academic scholarships, grants, athletic scholarships or activity grants, may use these funds for ONE study abroad semester. Students wishing to participate in a full year of study abroad will not receive these for the second semester. Any federal or state aid for which you are eligible may be used.
- International students or students who have lived or studied outside the U.S. may not use T.U. financial aid for a study abroad program in their home country or the country in which they lived or studied.
- If financial aid is incomplete due to your delay in providing documentation, you are responsible for payment of all tuition, room and board due prior to departure. You will receive the aid payment when all documentation is completed prior to applicable federal and state deadlines.
Spending two weeks studying abroad in Costa Rica was an unforgettable experience that not only broadened my academic perspective but also allowed me to connect with the real world in meaningful ways. As part of my international business class, I had the incredible opportunity to meet two local entrepreneurs who shared their insights on navigating the business landscape in Costa Rica. Their stories of innovation and perseverance were both inspiring and eye-opening, giving me a deeper understanding of global business practices. Beyond the classroom, the experience of immersing myself in Costa Rican culture, practicing my Spanish, and exploring the stunning natural beauty of the country was truly enriching.
Beyond the classroom, I connected with fellow students, locals, and professors who made the experience even more enriching. The warmth and kindness of the people I met truly made the trip special, as I was welcomed into a new culture with open arms. Exploring the country’s natural beauty and learning firsthand about its traditions and lifestyle was a perfect balance of education and adventure. This trip was a perfect balance of learning and adventure, and it gave me valuable skills and memories that I will carry with me for years to come.”
Go everywhere and do everything! I am still in shock that I had the privilege to be completely immersed in another culture. I was able to travel to the UK, Sweden, Portugal, Belgium, and Germany throughout my four months living in Limerick, Ireland at the University of Limerick through AIFS.
Being completely on my own and solo traveling throughout Europe brought me extremely far out of my comfort zone! For this, I am incredibly grateful. I cannot express how appreciative I am of the amazing people that I have met and the unforgettable memories I have made. Studying abroad absolutely changed my perspective as well as my life. I have connections throughout the country, as well as the world!”
