Getting Started

To begin exploring and planning for your study abroad/away journey, follow the steps provided here. Easy as 1, 2, 3!

• 1. Attend an Informational Session

  Attend an Informational Session

  In order to start your adventure, your first step is to attend a Study Abroad & Exchange 101 informational session.  Here, you will learn about the programs we offer (abroad & away) and will create a TREK account (opens in new window) to further your planning. 

  Go to  CatsConnect(opens in new window) and explore the times and dates of info sessions. 

  Informational sessions are held virtually and in-person every week except for holidays, dead week, finals, and fall/winter/summer vacations.

• 2. Meet with Study Abroad & Exchange

  Meet with a member of the Study Abroad & Exchange (SAE) team

  Once you have attended a Study Abroad & Exchange 101 informational session and created a  TREK account(opens in new window), you are ready to schedule a meeting with one of our Study Abroad & Exchange team members (in-person or via Zoom). 

  Summer Appointments

  If you would like to book an appointment over the summer, please contact us at our general email address at studyabroad@csuchico.edu to schedule a meeting.
  
  

  Fall Appointments

  The advising booking link(opens in new window) will be live again at the start of the fall semester to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment with your SAE Advisor or a Peer Advisor.        
• 3. Attend an Application Workshop

  Attend an Application Workshop

  Have you decided on a program and met with a Study Abroad & Exchange Advisor? Now it's time to attend a CSU IP, Direct Exchange, NSE, USAC, AIFS, or Faculty-Led Application Workshop. Book your application workshop through our Bookings system(opens in new window).

• Other Important Steps

  Other Important Steps

  • Get a passport / assure your passport is valid. You may apply for or renew your passport at the  Chico State Passport Place, or the Post Office.
  • Explore our programs and check which are the best fit for you. 
  • Connect with a Study Abroad & Exchange Peer Advisor, they can help you explore your options.
  • Explore our Plan Your Finances page to learn about budgeting, scholarships, financial aid(opens in new window), and more.
  • Consider how our identities shape our experiences abroad/away; refer to our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion page.

  Explore more:

  • Study Abroadcast: listen to our podcast to learn about our Wildcats’ global experiences and more. 
  • Chico State Study Abroad Weebly: country-specific details, academics, helpful tips, alumni photos, videos, blogs, and much more.