Announcements : & Billing Information
Announcement: 2019-20 AY Deadlines, Deposit, & Billing Information
Keep track of these important deadlines that apply to your program and term.
Late applications for programs and scholarships are not accepted.
Late applications for programs and scholarships are not accepted.
Office of Study Abroad (OSA) Deadlines & Deposits AY2019-2020
Search available study abroad programs and apply to one at https://abroad.eiu.eduSearch and apply for EIU study abroad scholarships at https://eiu.academicworks.com
Online applications for programs and scholarships must be submitted by 11:59 PM CST on the day of the posted deadlines below.
Spring Semester & Spring Break 2020 Programs
October 25, 2019: program & OSA scholarship deadline
November 8, 2019: scholarship award notifications sent out
November 15, 2019: commitment deposit deadline
Summer 2020 Programs
February 7, 2020: program & OSA scholarship deadline
February 21, 2020: scholarship award notifications sent out
February 28, 2020: commitment deposit deadline - faculty-led programs
March 27, 2020: commitment deposit deadline - all other summer programs
Fall Semester & Academic Year 2020 Programs
March 6, 2020: program & OSA scholarship deadline
March 20, 2020: scholarship award notifications
March 27, 2020: commitment deposit deadline
Commitment deposit amounts by program type:
Summer faculty-led programs = 50% of program fee
Spring break faculty-led programs = $300
Exchange, direct enroll, third party provider programs = $300/term
Overseas Student Teaching (COST) = $150
Independent internships = $65/term
Program extension = $50
Refer to the refund policy in the online application. Unless a student is denied participation, or the intended program of study is cancelled, commitment deposits are non-refundable. Faculty-led programs are subject to EIU minimum student enrollment guidelines (8 students per course). Participation in exchange programs is subject to institutional exchange ratio guidelines. Students applying for direct enroll, exchange, and provider programs are subject to the host institution's application process and payment schedule, as well as EIU's. Students are advised to retain all receipts and documentation pertaining to their study abroad program. Commitment deposits may be paid online with a debit/credit card at https://commerce.cashnet.com/eiusta1 or in person with cash, check, or money order at Student Accounts in Old Main. Study Abroad scholarships cannot be used to pay for commitment deposits. Contact the Office of Study Abroad at goabroad@eiu.edu or (217) 581- 7355 for more information.