Study Abroad is when you attend school in a country outside the United States and receive academic credit toward your major. USF is considered the home institution for purposes of applying for and receiving federal aid. You should meet with an Education Abroad advisor to discuss studying abroad.

• You must be classified as degree seeking at USF and be in good academic standing.
• You are not eligible to receive Florida Bright Futures and Florida Student Assistance Grant for study abroad courses.
• At least 6 weeks prior to your departure:

• If you need funds for purchase of airfare, deposit on an overseas study program, or other related expenses, prior to USF’s scheduled disbursement dates, you may qualify for an Expense Loan.  You will need to schedule an appointment with a financial aid advisor to review this option.  You may also consider applying for a private loan.
• Make sure your email address is current in OASIS;
• Report any resources not listed on your award summary in OASIS.
• Choose ‘My Award and Loan Information’;
• Choose ‘Award for Aid Year’;
• Select the appropriate aid year;
• Click on the ‘Resources/Additional Information’ tab
• Enter the award information and click submit

• You must submit the Study Abroad Financial Aid Contract.  

• Financial aid will not be disbursed until these initial requirements have been met.
• Within 10 days of completion of your program abroad, you must submit verification of passing grades to University Scholarships & Financial Aid Services. 
• You must also have an official transcript sent to USF for the courses you have taken abroad. Failure to do so will result in a hold placed on future financial aid.

• Attend your designated pre-departure information session.