SBCC Study Abroad Application Spring 2024

SBCC Study Abroad Program Application
This is the online application for the SBCC Study Abroad Programs. Please be sure you select the program you are applying for. You will not pay your application fee until you have officially been accepted into the program. Once you have been officially accepted, your spot will not be held until we have received your application fee payment. Instructions on how to pay will be provided in the acceptance notification.

What you will need to complete this application:

1. A current photo (a close-up photo similar to a passport or driver's license photo that clearly identifies your face.) DO NOT SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR PASSPORT

2. The Student Conduct Release form completed by the official responsible for student conduct at the school you most recently completed a semester. You can download the form on our website or HERE.

3. Two recommendation forms. At least one must be completed by a recent professor. The form can be downloaded on our website or HERE.

4. Your unofficial transcript.

If you do not have the above materials, please close this window and collect the materials first. Once you have everything, come back to this form and upload all required materials with this online application.

If the application deadline is in three days or less and you don't have the required documents yet, please contact the Study Abroad office at 805-730-4294 or nwalther@pipeline.sbcc.edu

Partial applications can not be accepted. All required materials must be submitted with this form and all required signatures must be obtained before submission.

We strongly recommend that you review the specific program details of the program you are applying for before submitting the application. You can find the program details by visiting our general program page, then scrolling down and clicking on the specific program of choice.

REQUIREMENTS FOR OUR PROGRAMS:

1. Must be 18 years or older on the program departure date

2. Must have successfully completed 12 college-level units prior to the term of the program

3. Minimum 2.5 GPA for semester programs

4. Minimum 2.0 GPA for short programs

5. Some programs require successful completion of ENG 110 (College Reading and Writing). Please check the specific program page and review the "Courses and Credits" section to check if you have a course requirement.

6. Complete and submit the application successfully, including all required documents, and complete the interview with the program director

To be able to accept you into the program, we will need all the required documents and you must complete the interview with the program director. You are not officially accepted into the program until you receive the acceptance notification from the Study Abroad office (not the program director.)

Apply early as the number of spaces in the programs is limited and the programs may fill before the deadline. Please check the deadline for the program you are applying for on our website as they are different for each program. Once the program reaches its maximum number, applicants will be placed on a waiting list. Applications may be accepted after the deadline if space is available.

CONTACT:

SBCC Study Abroad Program

Nicole Walther

Phone: 805-730-4294

Email: nwalther@pipeline.sbcc.edu
General Application Information

Please provide the information below.
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History, Art History and Italian Language in Florence, ItalyImmerse yourself in experiential learning and spend the spring semester 2024 in Florence, Italy with Santa Barbara City College! Florence is the capital of the Italian region of Tuscany and is the birthplace of the Renaissance. Known for its art, architecture and history, Florence is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. While in this unique environment you will experience Italian culture through study, instruction and immersion in daily Italian life. Field trips and excursions are planned to other cities and regions in Italy as well. The SBCC Semester Abroad in Florence includes courses in European history, art history and the Italian language. The program is academic in nature, but it also provides you with the opportunity to make new friends, become acquainted with Italy's living history and learn through direct experience with the Italian language, customs and cuisine. Application Deadline October 22, 2023. The application fee is due upon official acceptance to the program.
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ESSAY PORTION

Please write a short paragraph answering the below questions.
What are some things that you looking forward to about studying abroad?*
You will be travelling with a group of 20-30 students. As a result, your program director may have limited ability to assist you with non-academic issues and unforeseen challenges, which may arise. Which problem-solving mechanisms do you plan to employ to handle unforeseen circumstances such as minor illness, roommate issues, homesickness, or cultural adjustments?*
What personal qualities do you plan to employ to successfully function in an unfamiliar environment?*
How do you think this program will benefit you in your future academic and professional career?*
**Answer this only if you apply for the Bali, Indonesia Fall 2023 program. Write N/A if you apply for any other programs. This program will involve time on and in the ocean, including snorkeling in shallow ocean waters, boat trips, and wading in coastal areas. Describe your comfort level and your experience with these types of activities. Note that it is OK if you have never done them before - we will provide safety instructions, training, and will bein the water with highly trained & experienced instructor(s).*

Additional Information
Do you have any medical conditions that may prevent you from being able to function in the following situations or to participate in the following activities? Please check all that apply.*

Walking on uneven surfaces for at least two milesSitting in buses/trains/airplanes for extended periods of timeAbility to function in extremely hot or adverse weather conditionsClimbing several flights of stairsAbility to adjust to substantially different dietsAbility to function in confined or crowded spacesNone of the above
If you marked yes on any of the activities above, please note your medical condition below. If you have questions regarding your health as it relates to your ability to participate in the Study Abroad program, please consult with your physician. Mark N/A if none of the above apply.
If you require disability or mental health and wellness related accommodations to ensure equal access, you will be responsible to register with the SBCC DSPS program in a timely manner and request accommodations. Phone: (805) 965-0581 ext. 2364 or (805)730-4164 or e-mail dspshelp@sbcc.edu. The office is located at the Student Services Building SS-160. The process to reach agreement on reasonable accommodations must take place before you leave the US. Students who disclose needs at the last minute or who require accommodations that cannot be made available in the host country may be advised to postpone participation or consider another program. Please acknowledge that you read and understand this section with your initials below.*
Legal Documents will be sent to you after you have been accepted into the program. If you do not complete and return the required Study Abroad legal documents by the stated due date, you may be cancelled from the program and held responsible for any cancellation penalties that may apply.

I Full Name* (Student's Name) acknowledge that I will need to complete and submit all required legal documents by the stated deadline. Initials* (please initial)

I have carefully read and considered the program information provided online and/or in the program-specific brochure and wish to apply. I agree to the terms and conditions provided by the program provider, including the payment and refund policies. I understand that if there are any changes in the terms and conditions, the program provider and/or SBCC will notify me in writing. I further understand that any disputes pertaining to the contractual agreement or payment issues are to be handled directly with the program provider.
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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Please upload your required documents below. Only applicants for a semester program must submit the Recommendation Forms and Unofficial transcript in addition to the Student Conduct Release Form and Photo.
Student Conduct Release Form - all programs*

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Photo - Do NOT upload a copy of your passport*

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Recommendation 1 *

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Recommendation 2*

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Unofficial Transcript - semester program only*

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Please check each item to ensure you have attached all the required documents to this form before you submit it.*
I hereby authorize Study Abroad staff to request information about my current academic performance and to review my student conduct file.
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WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

Once the study abroad office staff has received and reviewed your completed application with required documents, the program director of the program you applied for will reach out to you to set up an interview. The interview can be held via Zoom if you are located outside of the Santa Barbara area and as long as SBCC offers remote services.

Once you successfully completed the application process, you will receive an email notification of the acceptance decision with further information and instructions.

When the program has met its 20 student minimum, you will be notified that the program will move forward and receive the legal documents, which you are required to complete and return to the Study Abroad office by the provided deadline. At that time you can also purchase your flight ticket, enroll for the semester, and/or register for courses.

A pre-departure meeting will be held, usually at the end of the semester leading up to the start of the program. Attendance is mandatory for participants. Parents of participants are invited to join the meeting.

The SBCC Study Abroad Office will communicate with you primarily by e-mail. If you change any of your contact information after submitting your application, it is your responsibility to update the information with the Study Abroad Office immediately by sending your new information to nwalther@pipeline.sbcc.edu
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By hitting "Submit" your application will be submitted for review by the Study Abroad Staff and Program directors. Application fees will be charged as assessed during your program selection.
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