In regards to financial aid, CSA does not offer any scholarships or financial aid of any kind. CSA can only assist you in completing a “Consortium Agreement” form…..which helps you in using your school aid for study abroad (off campus program). CSA verifies that you are confirmed (enrolled) in the program, verifies the costs involved, [...]
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Yes….students can earn college credit for completing these study abroad programs. Upon finishing your courses, you will be provided with transcripts, certificate, or letter of attendance stating the courses you completed, level, hours, and grade. The transcripts (certificates) are issued by the school involved, all fully accredited programs. CSA students must request a transcript (certificate) [...]
Housing is provided by student type residences on campus, student flats nearby, student apartments, and local host families. For all programs, CSA allows students to ‘book” their own housing online, and we provide housing web-links with your confirmation documents. On some programs, CSA will reserve your housing and include the cost with your balance. Overall, we [...]
Use common sense abroad, just as you would at home. Learn about local rules and obey them. Carry travelers checks instead of a lot of cash. Do not flash large amounts of cash when paying bills. Be sure your credit card is given back after each transaction. Be sure you receive a “claim check” for [...]
Do not expect the same comforts as home. No grumps or whiners please! Expect things to be different. Expect to be confused sometimes and frustrated. Learn to adapt and appreciate the cultural differences. Please read all the CSA materials. Ask any questions or concerns. After arrival, direct all questions to the on-site Director. Please take [...]
It may comfort you to know that no individual is immune to “culture shock”. Anyone traveling to a different country for the first time – including expatriates who have previously lived in different countries – will inevitably experience “culture shock”. It’s helpful to know what “culture shock” is and the symptoms that accompany this syndrome. [...]
Most travelers experience some degree of culture shock. How much depends on each person’s personality, knowledge of the country, expectations, maturity, and previous travel experience. The following is a list of skills that have shown to be very important in making an overseas experience successful: Knowledge of the country, language and cultural aspects. Tolerance of [...]
Medical and accidental insurance is required for all programs. It is not included in the program fees. Please check with your current insurance (family plan) to see if it will cover you while overseas. If not, then please purchase some medical and accidental insurance before starting the program. It is for your own protection! Please [...]
Find discount travel deals on our travel agency website: www.csa-travel.com where you can book airline tickets, hotels, cars, cruises, etc. You do not need to be registered with CSA to use our online travel agency…..it is open to everyone. Thank you. All participants are responsible for arranging their own travel, obtaining a passport, and a visa [...]
1) To register online, you must complete the CSA Registration Form in its entirety and click to submit it. To register via mail, click on the link for the printable form, print it, complete all questions, and mail to: ($45 USD Registration Deposit Required) CSA International Center For Study Abroad 325 Washington Avenue South # [...]
