Next Steps

Before You Apply

1. Learn about Study Abroad and Study USA programs
   • Review the programs page
     
     
2. Review Things to Know web page
   
   
3. Review and start an application for an approved Study Abroad or Study USA program
   1. Need help with the application? Email study.abroad@biola.edu.
   2. Need help with course selection? with an advisor in the Advising Center.

Application Process

1. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;–&²Ô²ú²õ±è;Applications for the 2025–26 academic year are now open.
   • Student application includes:
     1. Course selection form
     2. Short response essays
     3. Program specific forms (varies by program)
   • In addition to the application, Study Abroad also checks the following:
   • Account holds
   • 51ÂÜÀò behavioral standing
   • GPA
2. Decision emails
• Students typically receive a decision email by the end of the month following the application deadline.
  
  

Tip: Allow at least two weeks to complete the application. View Things to Know for deadlines.

After You’re Accepted

1. Complete the 51ÂÜÀò Study Abroad Agreement found in your confirmation email by the provided deadline.
   
   
2. Apply for scholarships.
   
   
3. Attend all pre-departure events for your semester and program.
   
   
4. Complete and submit the mandatory pre-departure materials on the .