The selection of incoming and outgoing students for national and international exchange programs, study abroad, and international internships, is the responsibility of the Office of International Education, in consultation with faculty, deans and department chairs (when relevant). In most cases, the program provider or host institution determines the ultimate decision for acceptance. Selection is based on the following criteria:

• QPA (minimum of 2.5, some programs have higher requirements)
• Language proficiency (when applicable)
• Personal and academic recommendations
• Interview with a Study Abroad Advisor
• Written statement of plans and goals for the period of study abroad and/or internship (according to program guidelines)