Help you select a program that meets your academic and personal goals
Inform you about UR policies and procedures
Explain differences in the educational system of your host institution
Advise you on your housing choices for your program
Obtain special health insurance that will cover you while abroad
Offer guidance on resources for travel, work, and volunteer opportunities
Conduct pre-departure orientations
Arrange re-entry activities and preparation
Provide instructions on pre-registration for your return to Richmond
Provide information on applying for housing upon return to Richmond
Facilitate the credit transfer process for courses eligible for transfer to UR
What we cannot do for students:
Approve courses for you (this must be done by the department chair or designated faculty member)
Send in your application for a non-UR program
Obtain your UR parking permit for use upon your return to UR
Forward your mail overseas
Make your travel and flight arrangements
Apply for your student visa or passport
Remove registration holds and register you for classes at Richmond upon your return
Register students for classes abroad
Select and apply for housing abroad
Guarantee you a particular room upon return to UR
University of Richmond Office of International Education Puryear Hall, Middle Floor Office Hours 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday studyabroad@richmond.edu
