The Uganda Studies Program is an interdisciplinary program which gives no preference to students in any particular field of study. However, a good academic record is necessary: students are required to maintain a GPA of at least 2.7 on a 4.0 scale, regardless of major.
USP is designed for students in their second, third, or fourth year in college. All full-time students earning credit toward their degree are eligible. When students from non-CCCU institutions are admitted, an additional $500 transcripting fee will be charged. (Not sure whether your school is part of the CCCU? Check out the list here.)
How do I apply?
Simply complete an online application for the semester during which you plan to participate. Each campus makes its own policies regarding off-campus study, so you should consult your academic dean, off-campus study coordinator and/or advising faculty member at your school to ensure completion of all campus requirements.
Before your application can be reviewed for admission, you must submit all of the following materials:
- a completed online application form
- $50 application fee (payable by check or credit card)
- 1 faculty reference
- 1 character reference
- official transcript(s) of all college course work
- Certification Form
- Social/Behavioral Standing Verification Form
Completed applications will be reviewed per the following schedule:
Fall Semester:
Rolling Admissions:
Applications will be accepted until May 15, or until all spots are filled.
Spring Semester:
Yay! My application was accepted! Now what?
Once admitted into the program, you will be required to confirm your intent to participate by submitting a non-refundable $300 confirmation fee which will be applied toward your program tuition.
You will also be required to complete additional confirmation and pre-departure materials including, but not limited to waiver and liability forms, a medical information form, housing form, as well as apply for a visa and secure an ISIC or iNext card (student ID and supplementary travel insurance). But don't worry! We will send you all of the details and instructions upon acceptance.