Study Abroad Application

Congratulations on your choice to study abroad! As you may already know, you may elect to go on any accredited program of your choosing, whether it be through Brooklyn College, other CUNY senior colleges, another U.S. institution, or direct enrollment at a foreign institution. In all cases, you will need to complete the IPSA Notification of Study Abroad Application.

Before completing the application, take the following steps:

• Read Steps to Studying Abroad.
• Review and download Scholarship and Financial Aid information.
• Read the Cancellation and Refund Policy (PDF).
• Gather materials together that you will need to upload as supplementary documentation for your particular program—use the IPSA Checklist (PDF).

Now you are ready to complete the online application. When you have submitted the application, be sure to print a copy for your own files. If corrections or changes are required after submitting, do not create multiple application requests.

If you have any questions about the application, e-mail us or call us at 718.951.5189. You may also come to 1212 Boylan Hall and complete the online application in our office if you would like additional assistance.

You Have Made a Great Choice in Planning to Study Abroad!

See the instructions below for specific situations.

Studying Abroad on a Brooklyn College–Administered Program (Except China*)

Complete the application:

• If you are a current Brooklyn College student: Apply through the Brooklyn College WebCentral Portal, under the Academics tab.
• If you do not currently attend Brooklyn College: Apply here.

In addition to the application, you will need to include:

• Personal statement of purpose. Include how the program chosen will help you meet your academic and/or professional goals, and how you plan to contribute to the success of the program.
• One faculty letter of recommendation.
• Copy of transcript:
  • CUNY students may print this from their CUNYfirst account.
  • Non-CUNY students—Official transcript must be in a sealed envelope with a registrar’s stamp.
• $300 nonrefundable deposit (faculty-led programs only). Students will pay directly at the Brooklyn College Bursar’s Office and must attach their paid receipt to their application when submitting to IPSA. Note that this deposit of $300 will be returned only if you are not accepted to the program.
• Copy of passport photo page.

*CUNY-BC in China program applicants should apply according to the BC China Program page instructions.

Studying Abroad on a Program Administered by Another University or Organization

Complete the notification form through the Brooklyn College WebCentral Portal (under the Academics tab) and include:

• Copy of passport photo page
• Copy of acceptance letter
• Proof of CISI travel insurance

Studying on a Research or NonCredit Program, or Doing Independent Research

Complete the notification form through the Brooklyn College WebCentral Portal (under the Academics tab) and include:

• Copy of passport photo page
• Copy of acceptance letter or research description
• Proof of CISI travel insurance