\n\tWhat is “JSU Passport to the World” (PTTW)?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tThe “JSU Passport to the World” Program is a four-week international experience. Two weeks are spent on campus and two weeks abroad at a destination that is selected by faculty and enhances the educational experience. Faculty members from Jackson State University lead each program, including providing all instruction for the program, supplemented by guest lecturers, and co-curricular and extracurricular activities taking place in-country.\n<\/p>\n \n\tWhat JSU department organizes PTTW?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tThe Study Abroad Office of JSU Global organizes the PTTW program in coordination with the individual colleges and schools of JSU.\n<\/p>\n \n\tDo I have to attend summer school?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tYes, students must enroll in designated classes in the College sponsoring your selected study abroad destination.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tWill I receive academic credit for the courses?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tYes. Each student will receive 3 or 6 hours of academic credit as approved by their advisor. Please have your advisor approve the 6 hours prior to leaving.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tWhen must I register for the classes?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tUpon approval of your application and payment of your deposit, you will receive information on how to register for the class.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tHow many students are allowed in each group?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tMinimum is 12 students; maximum will vary depending on the program.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tDo I have to take the course offered that goes with my major?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tNo, you don’t have to do so. However, you need to check with your academic advisor to confirm that the 6 credit hours will count towards degree attainment. In some cases, courses can be used as electives. If you are using federal aid to pay for the program costs, the 6 credit hours must be used towards degree attainment. If you are not using federal aid, it is entirely up to you if you just want to take the courses for enlightenment. Always check with your advisor.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tWhat are the eligibility requirements?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tYou must be able to register for the course as a student.\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \n\t\t\t2.5 or above GPA for undergraduate students.\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \n\t\t\t3.0 or above GPA for graduate students\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \n\t\t\tBe in good standing with the university.\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tHow do I apply for PTTW?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tVisit the following website to submit your application: https:\/\/www.jsums.edu\/global\/jsu-passport-to-the-world-application\/<\/a>\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \n\t\t\tWait for an email informing you that you've been selected\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \n\t\t\tPay your non-refundable deposit.\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tCan Freshmen participate in PTTW?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tYes. You may participate at the end of your freshman year.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tCan Seniors participate in PTTW?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tYou still need to be a registered student to participate in PTTW. Students who will graduate before the summer term may not be eligible; check with the Study Abroad Coordinator for details.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tWhich destinations\/courses are suitable for graduate students to take?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tCheck with the faculty leaders of each destination for specifics regarding course content. This will determine if students at the graduate level are able to register for the course and earn credit.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tWhere can I get additional information?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tVisit the Passport to the World page on the JSU Global website. https:\/\/www.jsums.edu\/global\/jsu-passport-to-the-world\/<\/a> Also, feel free to contact the Study Abroad Coordinator and\/or the faculty leaders for the destination you are interested in.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tWhen and how long is the program?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tPassport to the World takes place during the first summer term and is four weeks – two weeks on campus and two weeks abroad. Visit https:\/\/www.jsums.edu\/global\/jsu-passport-to-the-world\/<\/a> to see the 2019 locations\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tWhen is the deadline to apply for PTTW?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tCurrently we have a rolling deadline, but all $500 non-refundable deposits must be paid by January 31, 2019.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tWhen is the deadline to pay the non-refundable deposit to hold my place on PTTW?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tThe deadline to pay your non-refundable deposit is January 31, 2019.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tWhat is the cost of the program?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\t2019 Program Cost: TBA\n<\/p>\n \n\tProgram costs include all of the following:\n<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tTuition: 6 credit hours\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \n\t\t\tAccommodations\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \n\t\t\tAll meals (in country)\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \n\t\t\tTransportation (in country)\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \n\t\t\tExcursions, admission fees, cultural experiences, etc\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n \n\t\t\t24\/7 Emergency Assistance\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \n\t*Financial aid can be applied to the program cost; airfare not included.\n<\/p>\n \n\tHow much is the non-refundable deposit?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tThe deposit is $500. It comes out of the total program costs. After it is paid, the remainder of the program cost. Financial aid refunds can be used to cover the deposit – please contact the Study Abroad Coordinator for more details.\n<\/p>\n \n\tWho is responsible for airfare?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tStudents are responsible for airfare.\n<\/p>\n \n\tWhere do I pay my non-refundable deposit and program fees?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tPay at the JSU Business Office. You must indicate that your payment is for Passport to the World. Keep all receipts of payment for your records.\n<\/p>\n \n\t \n<\/p>\n \n\tWill I have to pay other expenses to participate?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tNo. Tuition, accommodations (i.e. hotel, dorm etc), all meals in-country, excursions, site visits and co-curricular activities, 24\/7 emergency care, and in-country transportation are covered by program costs. Personal expenses (i.e. souvenirs, personal shopping, etc) are your responsibility.\n<\/p>\n \n\tAre scholarships available to help cover program costs?<\/strong><\/u>\n<\/p>\n \n\tThere are several ways students should consider for funding program costs. See the "Funding Opportunities" page on the JSU Global website: https:\/\/www.jsums.edu\/global\/funding-opportunities-2\/<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n
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