• Please remember that it can take a few weeks longer to receive your    financial aid awards while abroad.  Please plan ahead and take enough funds to get by during the first month until you receive your financial aid disbursement.

SJSU STUDY ABROAD
SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

  • If you have been awarded a scholarship through the Study Abroad Office, it is your responsibility to contact the Scholarship Coordinator in the Financial Aid Office to discuss  disbursement of your award.  Please note that the scholarship will first be put towards any outstanding balance on your account.

HEALTH INSURANCE

  • You are required to have insurance that protects you while overseas.  If your current policy will not cover you during your time abroad, you must  purchase insurance that does.  The Study Abroad Office has information about insurance that is specifically for CSU students studying abroad.

MONEY/MISCELLANEOUS

  • International currency exchange rates are listed in the business sections of most major newspapers.


  • You may look up international currency exchange rates online at http://www.oanda.com/converter/classic

  • You must plan your finances to make sure that you don't run out of money during your semester or year abroad, especially during breaks. You should be aware of what your program includes and what expenses you will have to pay out of your own pocket, so you can plan accordingly.

  • It is good to carry a small amount of cash in U.S. Dollars for emergencies, but do not carry large amounts of cash. Please take travelers checks as they are easily replaced if lost or stolen.  Another convenient way is to withdraw cash in the local currency from ATM machines in the host country.  Please check with your bank for charges and procedures.

  • Students are strongly encouraged to give "Power of Attorney" to a trusted parent or relative so they can act on your behalf in financial matters.

FINAL ITEMS

  • Please be sure to read through the Welcome Packet sent to you by your host institution.  It includes important information that you must know before departure.

FINANCIAL  INFORMATION
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SJSU Bilateral Exchange Program

PAYMENTS


  • All participants must pay the costs for their program as indicated on their "My Education" account prior to departure.

FINANCIAL AID RECIPIENTS

  • Apply for financial aid through San José State.  You should contact Carol Garcia in the Financial Aid Office to discuss options.
  • SJSU will automatically put your        financial aid award towards your program fee.  If your award doesn't cover the total cost of the program, you are responsible for paying the remaining balance before departure.
  • Your financial aid check will only be      disbursed once BOTH of the following conditions are met:
  1. Classes have begun at SJSU
  2. You are enrolled in and attending classes overseas