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Whether you're seeking opportunities to enrich your curriculum, conduct research in a global context, or foster cross-cultural collaborations, the information on this page serves as your go-to guide. Our array of travel abroad programs are designed to inspire, educate, and connect faculty members and students across disciplines and borders.

Develop a Faculty-led Program

Many faculty members on campus have had the enriching experience of teaching and leading programs to diverse destinations all around the world. Their global expertise and firsthand knowledge offer invaluable insights and opportunities for our academic community. If you are considering the possibility of leading a course abroad, review the information below to start the program proposal process. Our staff can help guide you through the necessary steps to plan and implement an international course, from initial concept to final approval. 

Follow the Steps Below 

Program Overview

The Program Overview has been developed as a step-by-step guide to creating and executing a successful faculty-led course. 

Pre-Advising

Thinking about leading a Faculty-led course? Take the opportunity to speak with the Program Coordinator, Megan Kropf, by booking an appointment.

Submit a Proposal

Once you have decided to lead a faculty-led, be sure to submit the proposal.

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Faculty-led Programs

Stay up to date, see how your on-line brochure is presented or just browse through all the faculty-led courses that are offered throughout the academic year.

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Social Media Guidelines

Once you've returned, be sure to share your experience on our Oswego Abroad Instagram page! Please read through the guidelines before submitting. 

Course Approvals

It is the responsiblity of the student to work with their academic advisor or department chairs to determine the SUNY Oswego course equivalencies of their program coursework. Ideally, students will be able to provide the course descriptions or syllabi to their academic advisors before the start of their program and begin the course approval process.

In most cases, course offerings, course descriptions, and course syllabi are linked in the online program brochure webpage for each program when it is available. In some instances, limited information is available before the program begins. Students can start by asking their program coordinator if they can work with the overseas institution to inquire about accessing more detailed information on the course(s) the student is interested in.

For some programs, the course information is not available in advance. If this is the case, it is best practice to review possible coursework options with academic advisors before the program and make a plan. Final course approvals can be made when the student is able to register for courses or provide the course information to their academic advisors. Additionally, revised Off-Campus Study Approval forms can be submitted to OIEP at any time during/after the program.

Keep in mind that sometimes courses are cancelled or there are scheduling conflicts upon final registration at the host intitution or university. It is a good idea for students to get more courses approved than they intend to take on the program to account for these possible situations.

Role of Academic Advisors and Department Chairs

Course equivalencies within the student's major or minor can be approved by the student's academic advisor. For coursework outside of their major/minor, students should seek approval from the deparment chair of that subject or the general education advisor.

For program coursework that does not have a SUNY Oswego equivalency (ex. 100 level - Hungarian Language Course), the student can work with the Associate Provost of International Education, Dr. Joshua McKeown, and their study abroad program coordinator to find the appropriate course equivalency.

Course Equivalency Database

This database listing course equivalencies is based on historical information collected by OIEP and the Registrar's office and does not include every course offered abroad. Course equivalencies are not limited to those indicated in the database. Other course equivalencies that are not listed can be approved by academic advisors or department chairs. The database should be used only as a guide and advising tool and does not substitute for an official evaluation of credit equivalency. Students still need their academic advisor's approval and the Off-Campus Study Approval form must still be properly completed and submitted.

Note: This database is updated on a continual basis as new courses are approved and new programs expanded.

Non-Oswego or Non-SUNY Students & Advisors

While the policies for approving equivalencies for incoming program coursework are different at every campus, we hope that the information provided on this page has been helpful for you. Please feel free to use the provided Course Equivalency Databases to determine the best equivalency for coursework at your own institution. If you have further questions, please contact our office at [email protected].

International Opportunities & Faculty Resources

Faculty Travel Grant

Travel grant applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Contact Josh McKeown with questions or to discuss your ideas.

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Study Abroad Presentation

Our expert staff are available to present in-person or virtually, so your students can learn about this amazing experience. 

OIEP

Phone: 315-312-2118
Email: [email protected]
100 Sheldon Hall

Education Abroad

Phone: 315-312-2118
Email: [email protected]

ISSS

Phone: 315-312-5775 
Email: [email protected]