What are the Admission/Eligibility Requirements for the program?
Academic Admission Requirements
Undergraduates with a 2.25 cumulative GPA and graduate students with a 3.0 cumulative GPA are eligible to apply. Non-UNO students must submit an official transcript and other application materials to the UNO-Mexico program staff. New students seeking college credit must meet the general admission requirements of the 海角论坛.
Student Conduct Admission Requirements
Students must be in good standing with their home institution to be considered for admission to the UNO-Mexico program. As part of the program application, all students must complete the 鈥淎cademic & Disciplinary Record Form,鈥 including the authorization to release academic and disciplinary records to the UNO-Mexico program administration for verification with the Student Conduct office at the home institution. These records, which will be reviewed by authorized program personnel only, will be used to determine eligibility for admission to the program. Students on disciplinary and/or academic probation will not be accepted to the UNO-Mexico program. After review of all application materials, students will be notified in writing of their admission status with the UNO-Mexico program.
What will my days be like in Oaxaca?
Students are required to take 6 hours (2 classes) while in Oaxaca. Classes are generally about 2 hours long.
Although students are free to travel on the weekends, many also remain in Oaxaca because there are a ton of fun things to do here, too. Your Faculty Director can share ideas of what's going on in Oaxaca with you.
How much spending money do I need?
Each student has their own budget. You know your spending habits the best, so plan your budget around that.
Why should I study with this specific program?
Foreign language skills are not required, we are here to help you!
Housing and weekly field trips are included, all you need to do is show up and be ready to learn!
You will make new friends from UNO, other American universities, and perhaps even local friends, too!
It will change the rest of your life!
What should I be doing to make sure I'm prepared for this summer (before I'm accepted)?
If you've never left the country before or never studied abroad before, it can seem overwhelming, but do not worry! Keep in mind that many of our students are in your shoes--they've also never left the country before! So whether this is your first time on a plane or if you're an experienced traveler, here's a general timeline of what you want to do and when to do it by:
- Apply for the program
- Submit required paperwork to our office (transcript, photo, immunization records, etc.)
- Apply for a passport (if you don't have one already, or renew yours if necessary). Be sure to send us a copy of the page that has your photo on it once you receive it as we require that for our records.
- Apply for awards and scholarships (learn more here)
When should I get my passport?
As soon as possible! Passports can take weeks or sometimes even months to be processed, so please don't wait until the last minute to begin this process. You can apply for a passport at most major post offices. Please visit this website for more information:
Also don't forget to share a copy of your passport (the page with your photo and passport number) with our office as we require it prior to departure.
I am a UNO student interested in using Financial Aid for this study abroad program. Where can I learn more about how this works?
Please visit the UNO Financial Aid website here for more information and for deadlines for securing your aid for the summer.
How do I choose and enroll for classes?
When you apply, you select from a list of classes listed on the form. It is up to the student to talk to his or her university and counselor to make sure the credits can be transferred for a specific class.
What about books for my class?
When your classes are confirmed, you will receive a list of books to order. You may purchase these books from your local bookstore or order online. You must purchase these materials and take them with you to Oaxaca--there is no address for you to ship anything (luggage or otherwise) while you are abroad, unfortunately.