University of Georgia Study Abroad Program Application
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Checklist
· Note that you must have a current passport by March 15 and its expiration date should be at least after June 10; and that if you do not have a passport, it takes about ten-twelve weeks to get it after you apply. (There is an expedited service that takes only three weeks, but it costs a great deal more.) Apply ASAP if you do not have a passport. US Passport Agency ( travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html )
· Return complete application to the UGA-Morocco program by January 15, 2009 deadline (late applications will be considered until April 1 or until all twenty spaces are filled, whichever comes first. You should apply as soon as possible to insure that there will be a space for you.
 Dr. Alan Godlas
 Dept. of Religion
 206 Peabody Hall
 University of Georgia
 Athens, GA  30602-1625

· Submit all of the following materials together (except references, see below).
· Only complete applications will be considered.

Make sure the following items are included in the materials you return:

  • *All pages of the completed and signed application (including this one).
  • *1 official copy of your UGA transcript  (Obtain from the UGA Registrar's Office)
  • *1 official transcript from any other college you've attended.
  • *2 reference forms or letters.  (It is the applicant's responsibility to secure references by the   deadline. References may be included or forwarded by the referee.)
  • *Non-refundable application fee of  $200. Make the check payable to University of Georgia - Morocco. (This fee is refundable if you are not  accepted into the program.)
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  • *NON-UGA STUDENTS must also fill out and include (along with the Morocco program application and $200 fee noted above) the Transient Student Application and $50 Transient Student Application fee. (Make check payable to the University of Georgia. This and the Transient Student application should be sent together to Dr. Godlas.) Also non-UGA students must complete the Mandatory Certificate of Immunization.
I understand that submitting an application for a study abroad program does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Candidates must meet program requirements and be approved by the program's faculty coordinator. Participation is also subject to availability; some programs fill up early.

I further understand that the program may be cancelled due to low enrollment or other factors and I understand that I will be informed of such a decision no later than 6 weeks before planned departure date or as soon as possible after any adverse circumstances that cause the program to be cancelled.

Student Name ________________________Signature ___________________Date_________

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For Study Abroad Program Use Only:
Date Received______________________  Application Fee Received_______________
Check Number  ____________________    Missing Items_____________________
Decision__________________
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University of Georgia Study Abroad Program Application 
For Office of International Education Statistical Purposes  (optional) 
Ethnic Group:
 __American Indian
 __Asian or Pacific Islander
 __ Black, African American
 __Hispanic
 __Multiracial
 __White
_________________________________________________________
Personal and Academic Information (required)
Social Security Number:
Full Name:
Preferred Name:
Birth Date___________________       Age ___    Sex:          M           F
Mother/guardian’s Name:
Father/guardian’s Name:
Are you on financial aid (including HOPE)       Yes         No
What types?
Your college/univ.:
Are you a Georgia Resident?         Yes         No        GPA______  GPA in major_________
Major(s)
Minor(s)
Academic Level     (during study abroad) 
 Freshman        Sophomore        Junior         Senior     Master’s         Ph.D.
Campus Address:                   Phone:
 
 
 

E-mail________________________________________
Permanent Address                    Phone
 
 
 

Citizenship__________________Passport Number___________________

Date of Issuance ___________   Passport Agency __________________
Date of Expiration___________________________
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Please list all colleges or universities previously attended:
Name ________________________________   Dates: From ___________ to_____________

Degree(s) awarded _______ Major

Name ________________________________   Dates: From ___________ to_____________

Degree(s) awarded _______ Major
 

Name ________________________________   Dates: From ___________ to_____________

Degree(s) awarded _______ Major

Why do you want to participate in the UGA-Morocco Program? (We encourage you to use the back side when you run out of space here.)
 
 
 

Personal Activities
Are you currently employed?  __ yes  __ no    Occupation
If applicable, give name, address, and phone number of employer
 
 

List the primary co-curricular activities in which you are involved and in what capacity
 
 
 
 

Disciplinary Record
Have you ever been convicted of a felony?  __ yes    __ no
If yes, please explain.
 
 

Have you ever been found guilty of violating any high school, college or university regulations or the student code of conduct for UGA or any other institution?  ___ yes    __ no
If yes, please explain.  Use back side if necessary.
 

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Release and Application Signature

I hereby authorize officials at ________________________ to release my disciplinary records (fill in your university's name) (including but not limited to records maintained by the Judicial Programs and Services Office, the Department of Housing, and/or the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs) to the study abroad program director of the program to which I am applying. I fully understand that my disciplinary records may be a factor in evaluating my application.

I further acknowledge that the information provided on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.  I fully understand that providing false information during the application process may be grounds for rejecting my application or grounds for dismissal from the study abroad program.
 

Student Signature_____________________________Date________________________

Applicants who are accepted to participate in a UGA study abroad program are required by The University of Georgia to complete and sign a student agreement and waiver which stipulates the terms and conditions of the program, student conduct regulations and a waiver of liability.

Signature of Study Abroad Advisor/Dean/Academic Advisor (for non-UGA students only)
Name_____________________________   Title ______________________ Date__________

Phone ________________________      E-mail______________________________
Student has completed all the necessary steps to obtain permission to study abroad from our university. 
__Yes  __  No 

Signature 

____________________________________
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Questionnaire
How did you first hear about this program?

__poster
__flyer or brochure - obtained where?
__web site
__Office of International Education at your school
__campus presentation - location/presenter

HOPE Scholarships for Non UGA-Students Enrolled at other USG Schools
NON-UGA students who are regular students at another USG institution, your HOPE scholarship will cover your tuition for the UGA Morocco program if you take the following steps:
If you want your HOPE scholarship applied to the tuition for this UGA study abroad program, you must contact an advisor in your Financial Aid office while you are applying for this UGA study abroad program, informing him/her of your desire to have HOPE applied to your UGA study abroad tuition. Then immediately after being accepted into the UGA study abroad program, you must inform the advisor of your acceptance so he/she can arrange for your HOPE to cover your UGA study abroad tuition. In this application you must including the following information:

Name of advisor in your Financial Aid office with whom you have spoken______________.

Date on which you spoke with this advisor_____________________.

Direct phone number (plus extension, if any) of this advisor___________________.

Fax number of this advisor____________________.

Email address of this advisor_________________.

References
According to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, you may decide whether letters of reference written on your behalf are to be kept confidential or available for your inspection. Please choose below and indicate your choice on the reference forms.

__Confidential file  ---  __Open file

Please obtain two references using the following forms and either include them in your file, or have them sent directly to the study abroad program office. References from faculty or employers are preferred.  References from friends, family, or neighbors are not acceptable.
 
 
 

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Reference #1 Form For UGA Study Abroad Programs
Please return by January 15, 2008 to:
 Dr. Alan Godlas
 Dept. of Religion
 206 Peabody Hall
 University of Georgia
 Athens, GA  30602-1625
I. This section is to be completed by the student applicant (please print or type):
Applicant's Name_________________________________

Applicant's local telephone________________________ E-mail_______________________
This reference is  __confidential      __not confidential

II. This section to be completed by the referee
Name and title of referee
_______________________________      ____________________________

Phone_______________________       E-mail___________________________
1. How long have you known the applicant and in what capacity?
 

2. Is there any reason why you would not recommend that the applicant participate in a study abroad program?
 

Please indicate your perceptions of the applicant's competence in the following areas:
Area.....Below  Average......Average..... Above Average......Outstanding....  Inadequate Opportunity To Observe
Intellectual
 Curiosity ......0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Emotional
 Maturity .......0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Stress 
 Tolerance........0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Ability to interact
 with others......0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Adaptability.......0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Cooperation......0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Self-motivation/
 Initiative..........0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................

Other remarks may be written or typed on the back of this form or on a separate sheet.

Signature of Referee         Date
 

Please notify the student when he/she may pick up reference or forward it to the address above. _________________________________________________________


 
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Reference #2 Form For UGA Study Abroad Programs
Please return by January 15, 2008 to:
 Dr. Alan Godlas
 Dept. of Religion
 206 Peabody Hall
 University of Georgia
 Athens, GA  30602-1625
I. This section is to be completed by the student applicant (please print or type):
Applicant's Name_________________________________

Applicant's local telephone________________________ E-mail_______________________
This reference is  __confidential      __not confidential

II. This section to be completed by the referee
Name and title of referee
_______________________________      ____________________________

Phone_______________________       E-mail___________________________
1. How long have you known the applicant and in what capacity?
 

2. Is there any reason why you would not recommend that the applicant participate in a study abroad program?
 

Please indicate your perceptions of the applicant's competence in the following areas:
Area........Below  Average...  Average..... Above Average......Outstanding....  Inadequate Opportunity To Observe
Intellectual
 Curiosity ......0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Emotional
 Maturity .......0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Stress 
 Tolerance........0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Ability to interact
 with others......0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Adaptability.......0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Cooperation......0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................
Self-motivation/
 Initiative..........0...................0...............0....................0..........................0..................

Other remarks may be written or typed on the back of this form or on a separate sheet.

Signature of Referee         Date
 

Please notify the student when he/she may pick up reference or forward it to the address above.
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