Congratulations!  Now that you've been approved by both HMC and the program sponsor, you’re now ready to begin the next step of your study abroad journey. The following items are a crucial part of process and must be completed before you leave to go abroad.

Forms to Complete
Your approval to study abroad is contingent upon your file being complete prior to departure. You must fill out and/or return a number of forms to the Academic Affairs/Study Abroad Office. Learn more...

Study Abroad Checklist
Each department listed on your downloadable Study Abroad Checklist (PDF) must provide signature approval before you can go abroad. For approval from the Office of Student Accounts, (1) your room deposit for your return semester must be paid and (2) your student account must be current and paid in full. For information about room draw, please see the Student Life section of HMC's website.

Pre-Departure Orientation Session
Each student must attend a MANDATORY pre-departure session hosted by Pitzer College. For those planning to study abroad in the fall semester sessions typically take place in March or April and for the spring semester, November or December. The Office of Academic Affairs/Study abroad will notify you of the exact dates/times.