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Propose a Study Abroad Program

 

Why Propose a Study Abroad Program?

Study abroad is, for many students, the experience of a lifetime, and programs led by CSUSB faculty and staff (CSUSB-led programs) are the cornerstone of education abroad opportunities for CSUSB students. Developing and leading an education abroad program is a wonderful teaching and service opportunity for CSUSB faculty and staff. 
 

Who Can Submit a Study Abroad Program Proposal?

All CSUSB faculty and staff are invited to propose an education abroad program through which CSUSB students earn course credit in connection with travel to an international destination or destinations. Programs that do not involve students enrolling in and earning academic credit (e.g., conference attendance, internships, field trips) should complete the non-credit program proposal.
 

What is Required?
The program proposal requires:

  • Information on who will lead the program
  • Program location and dates
  • Course information, including allocation of instruction hours
  • Proposed program itinerary and budget
  • Preliminary safety information
  • Preliminary marketing information
  • Assurance of compliance with EO-1081.

Full list of questions on the program proposal.
 

How Do I Access the Proposal Submission Portal?

  • First Time Applicants | An initial meeting with the Education Abroad Office is required to access the proposal submission portal if you have not previously led a study abroad program at CSUSB. You can self-schedule an appointment.

  • Returning Program Directors | Active Program Directors who have recently led a study abroad program at CSUSB should automatically receive an application submission portal link with each new proposal cycle. If you do not receive a link, email goabroad@csusb.edu to request application access.
     

When are Applications Due?

There are two deadlines annually for the submission of study abroad program proposals:

  • September 10th For program start date the following Spring Break or Summer
  • February 10th  For program start date the following Winter Intersession or Fall
Because program development, approvals, marketing, budgeting, application processing, contracting, and other logistics take time, the Education Abroad Office is unable to consider proposals that do not meet the above deadlines. 

Who Decides Whether My Program is Approved or Declined?

Decisions to support or decline a program are made based on recommendations of the Council on International Affairs, Education Abroad Subcommittee and they are typically sent out no more than 6 weeks after the proposal deadline. If your proposal is accepted, you will be considered the Program Director. As such, you will serve as a primary point of contact for students interested in the program. 

How Can I Get Help?

Reach out for assistance any time! Our office can help you to brainstorm ideas, map out contact hours, understand budgeting and risk management constraints, explore logistics planning options, and consider ways to make your program appealing to a wide range of CSUSB students.