What do you hope to get out of the time you spend abroad?
 

How exactly will your education be furthered by study abroad?
 

Will studying abroad for a semester or a year fit best with your academic and personal plans?
 

Will you be able to earn the necessary credits toward your major, minor or Nine Ways of Knowing to stay on track to graduate on time?
 

Are you emotionally prepared for the stresses inherent in living in a foreign culture (different teaching styles, functioning in your non-native tongue, minimal support compared to Barnard...) ? 
 

Be sure that you are comfortable being away for the length of time you are considering before you apply and commit to a program.
 

Speak to Dean Young as early as possible in the planning process to make sure you have all the information you need to make the best decision for you.