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General Information Session (GIS)

  • All study abroad candidates are required to complete a Study Abroad General Information Session prior to meeting with a Study Abroad Advisor. The GIS discusses a broad range of topics, which include selecting a program, costs and financing study abroad, the application process, pre-departure planning and coming home.

    • If you're running a PC with Internet Explorer, you may complete a GIS here.
    • If you're having difficulties with this GIS, you may access our simplified, universally compatible version.

  • Remember to submit the on-line Student Information Form at the end of the GIS. This allows the OIE staff to have your academic profile available during your meeting with a Study Abroad Advisor.



The OIE publishes a Study Abroad Handbook, which can be accessed here in PDF format. The Handbook is designed to guide students through the study abroad process - from planning a semester abroad to their return home. Copies are distributed to students when they meet with a URI Study Abroad Advisor, but they are encouraged to review this resource early in the planning process.