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We are thrilled you have decided to apply to study abroad! We are here to walk with you every step of the way as you apply, as you go, and as you return. Please always feel free to reach out for additional support. 

Step 3: Complete Bethel's Study Abroad Application

Click here to start your Bethel abroad application!

Step 4: Complete Your Third-Party Provider's Application*

*Third-party programs only

  1. Once your application is completed, you will be notified via email of your updated application status:
    • If you are In Review: Your application is complete but pending Student Life Approval and/or Advisor Approval.
    • If you are Conditionally Accepted: Your application is complete and fully approved by Bethel.
  2. After receiving Conditional Acceptance: Apply to your program through your third-party provider

Step 5: Commit to Your Program

For Third-Party Programs:

  1. Once you are accepted by your third-party provider, you will let Bethel know by returning to your Bethel application to pay the nonrefundable application processing charge.
  2. Once you pay this charge to confirm your seat, your application status will be updated to Committed.

For Faculty-Led Programs:

  1. Once faculty make acceptance decisions, you will be notified via email of your updated application status: Conditionally Accepted, In Review, Waitlisted, or Not Accepted
    • If you are Conditionally Accepted: Please return to your application to pay the nonrefundable application processing charge to confirm your seat and commit to the program.
      • **You have two weeks from receipt of the status update email to pay the charge before your seat is released to another student.
      • Once you pay this charge to confirm your seat, your application status will be updated to Committed. Any other active applications you may have for January will be updated to Withdrawn.
    • If you are In Review: Your application is still awaiting Student Life and/or faculty review. You will receive another email notification to let you know of any status updates to your application.
    • If you are Waitlisted: No action is required. You will be notified via email should your status be updated to Conditionally Accepted.
    • If you are Not Accepted: No action is required. Please feel free to apply to another program.

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