Office Of International Programs
Application Information
Specific program information can be accessed by following the links on the left of this page.
Application Information
Students apply through their FoxLink account. Click on the "Student" tab. On the left side, there is a "Study Abroad" section. Please click on Rollins International Programs Application (RIPA). You will be prompted to create a new application. Once you have created an application, please come in to the Office of International Programs during walkin hours, Monday thru Thursday 1 - 4 pm and Friday from 9 - 11:30 am.
Courses and Credit
Students normally earn fifteen to eighteen credit hours per semester (exact amount varies per program). A student’s academic program must be approved in advance by his or her academic advisor to insure the proper transfer of credit by the Office of Student Records at Rollins. Letter grades are awarded for all "Rollins in" and Affiliate programs with the exception of the internships in London and Sydney, which are graded credit/no record. On Independent programs, only credits transfer, no letter grades.
Overseas Administration
All "Rollins in" study abroad programs have experienced resident directors and staff to provide on-site orientation as well as support throughout the term. Affiliate programs also have experienced staff in the host country. Students planning to participate in an Independent program are advised to review the type of services available while abroad.
Program Fees
The Rollins comprehensive fee for "Rollins in" programs covers tuition, room, board, local transportation, round-trip international airfare, on-site orientation and some excursions. Rollins Affiliate programs covers tuition, room, board, local transportation, on-site orientation and some excursions. Students who participate in an Independent program will pay Rollins an administrative fee of $250 to cover administrative costs at Rollins for the semester while away. In addition, students on an independent program will pay their program costs directly to their host university and/or provider directly.
Rollins students pay their Arts and Sciences semester bill for tuition, double room, board and fees. Not included in the program fee are the expenses of books, laundry, personal hygiene products, entertainment and recreation, weekend trips or extended travel during breaks or after the term.
Group Travel
The cost of the international roundtrip flight is included in the program fee for "Rollins in" and some Affiliate programs.
Financial Aid
Rollins students may apply most loans, scholarships and grants toward the program fee except for work study programs, athletic grants, and talent scholarships offered by academic departments*. Because the cost of these programs is approximately the same as attendance at Rollins, the amount of financial aid awarded should not change, with the three exceptions mentioned above. You may request Student Financial Planning to increase your financial aid to cover the higher cost of living abroad. Because financial aid policies vary widely from college to college, students from other colleges and universities must consult the financial aid office or study abroad advisor of their home institution to find out if their aid will apply.
*Rollins in and Rollins Affiliate programs only. Students participating in an Independent program will not be able to transfer any Rollins financial aid nor government sponsored aid. Questions, please contact the Office of Student Financial Planning.
Payment of Fees
A $1000 deposit is required upon application for all semester "Rollins in" and Affiliate programs. The deposit is non-refundable but applicable to the program fee. The balance is due December 30 for spring programs and Apri 30 for fall programs. All fees must be paid in full before a student leaves the U.S.
Books and Spending Money
Students generally spend much less on books and supplies than they would on the home campus. The amount of money a student spends per week varies greatly according to lifestyle and spending habits. Students generally spend from $50 to $150 per week on personal items, entertainment and travel. One suggested formula for determining the amount of spending money needed is to add 25% to the amount you usually spend per week here in the U.S.
Health Insurance
All participants are required to have health insurance. Rollins students are covered under the Rollins group health care insurance policy, but should plan to have additional health insurance from another source. Companies specializing in insurance of this type include, but are not limited to:
Gateway Global Reach
For more information, please come to the Office of International Programs
The Office of International Programs does not endorse the above program, rather a suggested program as Rollins works with The Gateway Plans to cover students for the emergency medical insurance.
Eligibility
The minimum GPA for admission to all "Rollins in" and Affiliate programs is 3.0. All programs also require good college standing, an excellent record of personal responsibility (e.g. judicial record, service to the Rollins community, employment history) and high level of maturity. Applicants will also be evaluated on the basis of their application and academic references. Applicants must have at least 1½ years of college language study or the equivalent for the "Rollins in Asturias" and "Rollins in Trier".
Applicants are urged to submit their applications before the deadline as this will allow the student to make adjustments to their application if needed. Because of limits in the places available, students meeting the minimum requirements are therefore not guaranteed a place.
Applicants not meeting the criteria stated above will be considered on a space available basis after the program deadline and will require a faculty interview.
The minimum requirements for admission to the internship programs in London and Sydney are: 3.0 minimum gpa, good college standing, an excellent record of personal responsibility (e.g. judicial record, service to the Rollins community, employment history) and high level of maturity. Applicants should have the ability to adapt to a new culture and maintain a relatively high degree of independence. The internship is a rigorous experience, and applicants should be ready to accept the responsibilities of a full time job. Applicants will also be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the internship, their application and faculty interview. Because of limits in the places available, students meeting the minimum requirements are therefore not guaranteed a place.
Additional Information
For additional information about individual programs and course descriptions, please contact the Office of International Programs at the address below.
International Programs
Rollins College
Carnegie Hall, 2nd Floor
1000 Holt Avenue - Box 2759
Winter Park, FL 32789-4499
Telephone: 407-646-2466
Fax: 407-646-2595
e-mail: intprog@rollins.edu
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Last updated on
August 12, 2009
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