Study Abroad & International Exchange
520 N Storer Ave.Fayetteville, AR 72701
Tel: 1-479-575-7582
Fax: 1-479-575-7402
studyabr@uark.edu
Resources
Passport Services
Need a passport, or passport renewal? The Post Office in the Union offers Passport
Services.
Pat Walker Health Center Travel & Immunization Clinic
It’s not just about shots! Review your travel plans with a nurse at the Pat Walker
Health Center and make sure you are prepared to stay healthy when traveling.
Pat Walker Health Center Counseling and Psychological Services
Studying abroad often times means leaving your comfort zone. Make a plan for self-care
while exploring and extending your personal boundaries.
Office for Diversity & Inclusion
The University of Arkansas envisions a world committed to inclusivity, where diversity,
equity, access and civility are valued as a part of our culture, climate and everyday
lives. The University’s Office for Diversity and Inclusion strives to make this vision
a reality by reinforcing inclusive excellence in everything we say and do.
Center for Multicultural and Diversity Education
The Center for Multicultural and Diversity Education (MC) provides academic, cultural
and social programs intended to promote inclusiveness, foster achievement and assist
in the development and advancement of a diverse student body.
Office of Nationally Competitive Awards
The Office of Nationally Competitive Awards provides fellowship and grant information
and support to University of Arkansas students and recent graduates, helping them
build the strongest application possible with the intent of accomplishing goals including
securing graduate funding, studying abroad, and gaining professional experience.
World Languages, Literatures & Cultures Lab
Looking for help brushing up your language skills? The Center for World Languages,
Literatures and Cultures has a long history of support for the faculty and students
of the Department of World Languages through the availability of state-of-the-art
technologies.
Mango Language Software
Mango is an online language-learning system that is free to all University of Arkansas
students, faculty, and staff.
U.S. Department of State Students Abroad Page
Learn about local laws & special circumstances in your travel destination. This page
also provides resources for passport & visa services, customs & border information,
and travel preparation.
Centers for Disease Control
Learn about required and recommended health precautions for your destination. Make
a plan to travel safely and intelligently with your current medications, etc.
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
Free Services from the Department of State to enroll your travel with the nearest
US Embassy or Consulate. Get critical travel safety & security update while you are
abroad.
Diversity Abroad Destination Guides
Explore your destination with Diversity Abroad’s compiled list of funding & scholarship
opportunities, health & safety information, and diversity guides by location.
AllAbroad.us
Helping all students study abroad. A resource for students, parents, faculty, and
administrators, with answers to common questions about study abroad.
eDiplomat
Resources on cultural etiquette, customs, dining and body language around the world.
Ugly American Sentiment Abroad
Pointers on how to travel as a “thoughtful American” from travel guru Rick Steves.
The surprising effects of study abroad
This article from the Washington Post examines the effects of study abroad and intercultural
contact.
Issues | International
Resources from the National Center for Transgender Equality, for transgender and gender
non-conforming people around the world.
Issues | Travel
Resources from the National Center for Transgender Equality, on airport security and
screening procedures.
The Diversity and Inclusion Abroad Guide for Women Abroad
Useful advice to help you find out about your host country’s cultural values and behaviors
regarding women.
The U.S. Department of State’s Information for Women Travelers
Learn about local laws & special circumstances in your travel destination.
Masculine Gender Identity at Home and Abroad
A U.S. citizen living in Germany examines gender identity in this post from The Good
Men Project.
Dude, where’s my passport:? An exploration of masculine identity of college men who
study abroad
Dissertation examining the experiences of college men who participated in a study
abroad program lasting a minimum of one semester.
The U.S. Department of State’s Information for LGBTI Travelers
Learn about local laws & special circumstances in your travel destination.
OutRight Action International
LGBTIQ advocate group providing evidence-based human rights documentation.
Know Your Rights | Passports
FAQs from the National Center for Transgender Equality, on the State Department’s
June 2010 policy to issue passports that reflect a person’s current gender.
Equaldex
A collaborative LGBT knowledge base on destinations around the world.
raceabroad
A guide for Americans of color preparing to live abroad.
Plato Project for Learning Abroad, Training, and Outreach
Resources for African Americans, Asian/Pacific Islander Americans, Hispanic Americans,
Native American students, and underrepresented students.
AllAbroad.us
Resources for African Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans, and underrepresented
students.
Meaningful Travel Tips and Tales: African American Perspectives
A guide from GoAbroad intended to advance inclusivity in travel and international
education.
The Diversity and Inclusion Abroad Guide for Racial & Ethnic Minority Students Abroad
Useful advice to help you find out about your host country’s cultural values and behaviors.
The Diversity and Inclusion Abroad Guide for First Generation Students
Useful advice to help you prepare to study abroad.
I’m First
An online community for first-generation college students.
The Diversity and Inclusion Abroad Guide for Religious Diversity Abroad
Useful advice to help you find out about your host country’s cultural values and behaviors.
The U.S. Department of State’s International Religious Freedom Report
The annual Report to Congress on International Religious Freedom describes the status
of religious freedom in every country.
Harvard University, The Pluralism Project
The Pluralism Project is a two decade-long research project that engages students
in studying the new religious diversity in the United States.
Useful advice to help you prepare to study abroad.
Access International Exchange
From MIUSA, Mobility International USA, a resource empowering people with disabilities
to take advantage of the same international exchange opportunities as everyone else,
navigating any access barriers along the way.
A World Awaits You - Non-Apparent Disabilities
Stories on mental health, autism, learning disabilities, diabetes and more from MIUSA,
Mobility International USA.
National Clearinghouse on Disability & Exchange
The National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange is a project of the U.S. Department
of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, designed to increase the participation
of people with disabilities in international exchange.
The U.S. Department of State’s Information for Travelers with Disabilities
Learn about local laws & special circumstances in your travel destination.
The CDC’s Information for Travelers with Disabilities
Recommendations intended to assist in ensuring safe, accessible travel for travelers
with disabilities.
University of Minnesota’s “Access Abroad”
Facilitating equal access for students seeking to pursue an education abroad experience
and to provide information on accessibility at overseas sites.
Useful advice to help you prepare to study abroad.
Education Abroad for Adult Students
Article on the common misconceptions about education abroad for adult students.
Study Abroad for Non-traditional Students
Study abroad advice & resources from NC State University for non-traditional students.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' GI Bill® Study Abroad Fact Sheet
Information on how your VA benefits can work for study abroad.
Helping Veterans Study Abroad
Information on using educational benefits to fund study abroad.
13 Must-have apps for study abroad
You already use your smartphone constantly in your day-to-day life back in the US,
and just because you’re studying abroad doesn’t mean it will be any different.
Consumer Reports: How to keep costs down when using your phone abroad
Learn how to avoid high costs of cellular service and data fees when traveling outside
the U.S.
Practical Parent’s Guide to Study Abroad
Students are more successful abroad when they lead the decision making and planning
process for study abroad. This article outlines some practical tips for parents from
choosing a program, planning to travel, communicating while abroad, and welcoming
students back home.
Student health and safety
The Office of Study Abroad at the University of Arkansas is committed to providing
the safest possible learning environment. Student health and safety while abroad is
a top priority.
UAConnect: Parent/Family Authorization
Students have the ability to authorize designated family members to access some of
their student records- including enrollment and financial accounting. Families should
discuss what level of access is appropriate for them.
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides grants for individually designed study/research
projects or for English Teaching Assistant Programs.
Boren Fellowship
Encouraging U.S. graduate students to add an important language component to their
educations.
Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program
Since the JET Program was founded in 1987, it has sent more than 61,000 global participants
(including nearly 32,000 Americans) to work in schools, boards of education, and government
offices throughout Japan.
Teaching Assistant Program in France (TAPIF)
Expand your horizons and share your language and culture with French students.
SIT Graduate Institute
School for International Training (SIT) students can earn their degrees full-time,
part-time, or remotely.
Spring International Language Center (SILC) - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Certificate Program
The Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate Program at Spring International
Language Center at the University of Arkansas is accredited by the Commission on English
Language Program Accreditation (CEA).
Find A Masters Degree Worldwide
A directory of masters degrees and postgraduate qualifications at universities around
the world.
Peace Corps
The Peace Corps is a service opportunity for motivated changemakers to immerse themselves
in a community abroad, working side by side with local leaders to tackle the most
pressing challenges of our generation.