The following resources can be used by Faculty/Staff academic advisers when assisting study abroad students. 

If you have any questions please feel free to contact the Padnos International Center. Students are encouraged to attend a First Step Meeting or visit the Padnos International Center during walk-in advising hours for a basic overview of study abroad.  

Walk-In Advising Hours
130 Lake Ontario Hall
Monday - Friday: 8am - 4pm
Wednesday hours are extended to 7pm during fall and winter semesters

First Step Meetings

Every Wednesday
5-6 p.m.

Every Friday
1-2 p.m.

General Study Abroad Information

Types of Programs

First Step Meetings

Academic FAQs

Academic Policies

Major/Minor Advice

Funding Information

Application Deadlines

General Education Requirements

General Education Information

Course Equivalency Process

Study Abroad Course Approval Process

Transfer of Credit Guidelines 

Partnership Pre-Approved Course Equivalencies

Non-GVSU Pre-Approved Course Equivalencies 

Department Contacts for Course Equivalencies

Department Course Approval Form