Resources & Forms

Faculty-led Programs Abroad - Resources & Forms (Spiegel Center Abroad Office Website)

GLOBAL OUTCOMES SURVEY

We invite you to call Roger Williams University's Spiegel Center for Global and International Programs at 401-254-3899 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m EST during the academic year, Monday through Friday to discuss any concerns you might have about your daughter's/son's participation in a study abroad program.

Program Costs

Most parents normally respond to their student's request to study abroad with "What is this going to cost me?" It is important to discuss this question with the Office of Financial Aid to determine your specific financial aid status. Your student's financial aid may be applied to the approved roster of study abroad programs.

Roger Williams University students will pay RWU all fees if participating in an approved program. Typically these fees will include tuition, room and health insurance fees. Programs that include meals will vary and we encourage you to check with the Spiegel Center for the most up to date listing.

Additional expenses including airfare, books, passport and visa fees, in-country transportation and incidentals, which inmost cases are not included. Students should provide the Office of Financial Aid with estimated costs.

Safety Abroad

We don't joke about safety abroad. We take this subject very seriously. We constantly evaluate the academics, service and quality of life available in our programs.

All of our programs provide limited health insurance because we care about the welfare of our students. Programs have highly trained staff available 24 hours a day on-site to deal with situations that may arise.

Risks are inherent in any study abroad program. We discern and broadcast risks so students can take the necessary precautions. Our warranty of safety abroad is the same as the guarantee of safety in the U.S. However, there are events that are outside of our control, and responsible behavior by your daughter or son lessens the risks associated with being abroad. Students who behave responsibly usually do not have difficulties abroad.

Credits and Academics

With proper planning a semester and even a year-long study abroad program will not delay graduation. A student should work with an academic advisor and the Spiegel Center to plan a course of study that works for the student’s academic benefit. Coursework completed on approved programs comes back as graded courses for academic credit.

Preparation

Health & Safety

Culture Shock & Transition Adjustment

Diversity

Financial Aid

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