Student Handbook - Planning Ahead

Before leaving your home institution, remember to plan ahead for your return by noting the following semester’s financial aid and pre-registration guidelines. You may also want to make housing arrangements for your return.

Before leaving your host institution, make sure to give your host ISEP Coordinator a list of courses for which you expect to receive grades, fill out all necessary forms to receive a transcript, and pay any outstanding bills or debts at your host institution.

TRANSCRIPTS: Your host institution will send your transcript to ISEP by the date indicated on the IIS. ISEP will forward the transcript to your home ISEP Coordinator, who will facilitate the transfer of credits. If there are any problems, you and your home Coordinator can contact ISEP-Central and your host university to resolve them. If you will need additional transcripts, please order these before your departure.

PHOTO ESSAY CONTEST: The ISEP Photo Essay Contest is a great way to reflect on your ISEP experience and share your stories with friends and future students. Students may submit essays, photo essays, poetry, stories, or digital videos. All entries are posted on the ISEP website. The winner receives a cash prize. See our guidelines to enter.

ISEP STUDENT PROGRAM EVALUATION: It is very important to complete an evaluation of your ISEP experience. The evaluation is the only way ISEP can learn about your experience and review and improve the program for future participants.

ISEP AMBASSADOR PROGRAM: If you enjoyed your ISEP experience, volunteer to become an ISEP Ambassador. As an Ambassador, you can help other students prepare to go abroad and welcome international ISEP students to your campus. Email info@isep.org for more information.