Study Abroad

Learn about program options, eligibility requirements, application timelines, when to meet with financial aid and how to prepare for a successful experience.  Start planning your next adventure today! Check the York College events calendar for the next Study Abroad 101 session.

Visit the CUNY Global website for study abroad selections. Please note you must be in good academic and disciplinary standing in addition to satisfying all of the eligibility requirements of the specific program you have selected.

Eligible students are encouraged to research scholarship opportunities, Financial Aid availability and York College sources 4 to 5 months prior to travel if not earlier.  Please review the information under Financial Support for the College Association eligibility requirements and application process.

Completing the Study Abroad Inquiry Form below allows us to gather some fundamental information so that we can better assist you through your study abroad process. Completion of the inquiry form is required and must be submitted before attending your advising appointments.

We’re happy to answer any follow up questions during this one-on-one meeting. At this time, we will review possible resources related to financial support, York College deadlines, preparation workshops and the next steps of your study abroad journey. Contact Ms. Shayla Pruitt, Academic Study Abroad Program Manager, at (718) 262-5161 or e-mail Spruitt@york.cuny.edu to make an appointment.

Contact Dr. Hamid Bahri,Sudy Abroad Faculty Liaison, to discuss how to proceed academically before meeting with an advisor in your academic department. Please call (718) 262-2463 or e-mail hbahri@york.cuny.edu to schedule an appointment. Your major advisor will be able to discuss the details of course scheduling, credit transfer, e-permit and any other specific academic requirements.

Passport processing can take up to 8 weeks, and most countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months beyond your program’s end date. If you need a student visa, you must have a passport before applying, and visa processing times can vary. For more details, visit the U.S. Department of State website.

Please consult your specific program to confirm document requirements and the submission protocols. York College maintains its own set of required documents, which must be submitted to the Office of Student Affairs at least 2–3 months prior to travel:

• Sexual and Interpersonal Violence Prevention and Response Course (SPARC) certificate, accessible through Brightspace. Your SPARC certificate must show a completion date that falls within the academic year in which you are traveling.
• CUNY Acknowledgement and Consent Regarding Data Protection (student version)
• Provide proof of travel insurance (link will be provided by the Study Abroad Office)
• Program itinerary

Participants are mandated to attend a York College pre-departure meeting in person at least one month prior to travel as well as participate in any pre-departure orientations sponsored by their specific program.

During your travels or when you return, please upload photos and videos we can share with the college community in the York College drop box accessible to each student traveling.  Some of your images may be posted on the college’s webpage or shared through the college’s social media platforms.  To allow York College to post what you submit, please complete the college’s Consent and Release Form.

Sharing your experiences is a meaningful form of self-reflection that can add to your professional portfolio, help others understand the impact of global learning, while inspiring peers to consider their own study abroad journey. For opportunities to present, please contact York College’s Academic Study Abroad Manager, Shayla Pruitt, at Spruitt@york.cuny.edu.

Visit the Career Services Center (Room AC-3E03) to receive guidance on how to effectively highlight your study abroad experience on your resume and in interviews, helping you stand out when pursuing internships and career opportunities.  Check the York College events calendar for the next Turning Global Experiences into Career Success session.