This page answers frequently asked questions about the Study Abroad program at Aims.
Study Abroad
Study Abroad FAQ
Where does Aims currently offer study abroad courses?
What are the eligibility requirements?
Students must meet the following criteria to be eligible to enroll in the study abroad program:
- Age: Student must be at least 18 years of age at the time of travel.
- Academic Good Standing: A student on academic probation at the time of application is not eligible to participate in international student travel.
- Clean disciplinary record: Students who have a conduct history may not be eligible to participate in international travel. The Student Life Office, in consultation with the Dean of
- Students will review the student’s conduct history at the time of application and, again, prior to departure. Decisions on eligibility for conduct issues will be made on a case-by-case basis. The decision not to allow a student to participate may not be appealed.
What is the deadline to apply?
- December 1, 2026: Study Abroad Eligibility Screenings due
- February 1, 2027: Student Traveler Profile with passport and deposit due
What are the travel dates?
- June 1-14, 2027: Japan Travel Dates
- June 19-July 2, 2027: Ireland Travel Dates
Do I need a passport?
Yes! If you do not have a passport, it is important that you apply for one as soon as possible. It can take up to 8 weeks to receive a passport. Click here to begin your passport application.
If you have a United States passport, check the expiration date. Be sure your passport is valid through December 2027.
If you have a passport from a country other than the United States, contact Jennifer Markiewicz immediately (jennifer.markiewicz@aims.edu). You will need additional documentation in order to travel.
Will I have to share a room?
Yes.
You will have an opportunity to request to share rooms with specific students and/or may request special considerations when assigning roommates.
What courses will be offered?
Japan:
- Conversational Japanese I (JPN 1001)
- Intercultural Communication (COM 2300)
- Introduction to Business (BUS 1015)
- Positive Psychology (PSY 2331)
- World Mythology (HUM 1015)
Learn more about the courses offered in Japan.
Ireland:
- Introduction to Archaeology (ANT 1003)
- Psychology of Death & Dying (PSY 2222)
- Western Civilization (HIS 1320)
- World Interdependence/Population/Food (AGR 2160)
- World Mythology (HUM 1015)
Learn more about the courses offered in Ireland.
What should I pack?
How many students are going?
Each course will have 8-10 students. We expect approximately 40 students will travel together in each program.
Are any other countries available for study abroad?
Not at this time. The long-term vision for study abroad programming includes opening opportunities for new programs in different countries.
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Can I leave early or stay longer than my program’s travel dates?
Not at this time. All students must travel with the program group at all times, including flights to and from the program country.
If you didn't find an answer to your question in the FAQ, please contact us at studyabroad@aims.edu.