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

Foundations and Cultures

Issues

Issues Reflection Paper

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

PIC Staff

Meet the Staff

Global GVSU

Faculty and Staff Resources Guide