Before Starting

Check petition dates and deadlines!

Step 1: Complete Study Away 101 Course

Complete the Study Away 101 Canvas course.

Step 2: Open Application in MyGlobalEd

Open a Petition Advising application in MyGlobalEd* and complete the steps outlined. 

*Pro Tip! If you're not already logged in to MyGlobalEd, you may need to sign in first, then return to this link to open your application.

Step 3: Complete Passport to Petition Course

Complete the Passport to Petition Canvas course. The link to enroll will be provided in your MyGlobalEd application (see Step 2).

Step 4: Submit the GEO Petition Pre-Approval Form

Use the link provided at the completion of the Passport to Petition Canvas course to submit your GEO Petition Pre-Approval Form.

Pratt Students

Familiarize yourself with the policies outlined in the Pratt School of Engineering Study Away Contract and be prepared to submit a signed contract at the time you commit to a program.

Step 5: Schedule a meeting with a GEO Program Manager

You’ll be prompted to do this once you’ve successfully gathered all of the necessary information to complete your GEO application.

Step 6: Complete the program application

  • Apply directly to the program/school you are petitioning through its website.
  • The deadline is determined by the program (not Duke). Check the program’s website for details.

It is okay to apply to the program before you know whether Duke has approved your petition. Students frequently apply to the program at the same time they are completing their petition.

However, it is also possible to start the petition application process early enough so that you know the outcome of your petition before you apply to the program.

Step 7: Notification Of Acceptance

Petition Application

  • You will receive an email from GEO when the Global Education Committee has reached a decision about your petition. Notifications are issued per the schedule on the Petition a Program website.
  • Your status within MyGlobalEd will shift from “Pending” to “Petition Approved.”

Program Application

  • Program admission decisions are issued by the program/institution (not Duke). Timing of the notification will vary from program to program.
  • Make sure you do not pay a deposit to your program until you know that Duke has approved your petition.

Step 8: If Accepted, Next Steps

Petition Application

  • Once your petition has been approved, you have been accepted by your program/institution, and you are sure you will participate, digitally sign the Commitment to Participate in MyGlobalEd. Your status will change to “Committed.”
  • After you sign the Commitment to Participate, you will be sent the Participation Agreement via AdobeSign. This must be signed by both you and a parent/guardian. Once this is submitted, your status in MyGlobalEd will change from “Committed” to “Enrolled.”

Program Application

  • Notify your program/institution that you intend to participate. This may include paying a deposit.
  • Pay attention to important forms and deadlines, such as housing applications, course registration, visa instructions, etc.

Step 9: Get Placed On Study Agreement

Study away agreement holds your place and standing at Duke when you study away. It’s vital for billing, financial aid, and course registration. Don’t delay completing these items!

  • ITEM 1: Complete and sign the Participation Agreement with your parent/guardian, sent to your email via AdobeSign.
  • ITEM 2: Complete the Medical Disclosure Form in MyGlobalEd.
  • ITEM 3: Complete the online pre-departure orientation module. This should take approximately 30-45 minutes.
  • ITEM 4: Submit the Duke Travel Registry at travel.duke.edu. Make sure to follow the instructions included on this item in your MyGlobalEd portal.

Step 10: When You Return From Abroad