GEO is here to help you figure out study away plans and to prepare you for your program.
Video Guides
Study Away 101
Your first step in advising is to complete the Study Away 101 Canvas course. All students are required to complete Study Away 101 in order to submit a study away application. Topics covered include:
- How to search for programs based on your area of study
- How credit approvals work on study away programs
- Application process overview
- Finances overview
Group Advising
GEO hosts Group Advising information sessions on popular topics, such as exploring summer study away opportunities or finding opportunities for specific majors or interests. These sessions are hosted virtually throughout the semester.
Check out the Events calendar to find a Group Advising session that interests you!
Drop-In Advising
Have questions that are easier to tackle in person? Drop-in advising can be used to double-check a policy or procedure or to confirm you’re on track with your application, worksheet, or other pre-departure steps.
Available both in-person and online, GEO is available two days a week to answer student questions on a first-come, first-served basis. Students attending walk-in advising should complete the Study Away 101 Canvas course beforehand.
Duke-Administered Info Sessions
Join faculty and the Global Education Office (GEO) for interactive information sessions about Duke-Administered study away programs. Learn firsthand about unique academic opportunities, program locations, and the student experience abroad.
Whether you’re exploring your options or ready to apply, these sessions offer valuable insights and answers straight from the experts.
Individual Advising Appointments
Individual advising appointments are extremely limited in availability; students who have completed Study Away 101 may attend drop in advising as often as needed to address their questions, as well as writing us at globaled@duke.edu.
If you want to know what a certain program is like from a fellow student’s perspective or have questions about making friends, fitting in, independent travel, etc., you can reach out to a study away ambassador.
Meeting with GEO is only required in the following instances:
- To complete a petition
- To apply to any Oxford programs (Group advising is required. See the GEO events calendar for dates and times.)