At this time, all university-related travel must be approved 和 reviewed. 遵循 COVID-19 guidance for international travel.
For exchange 和 program-provider programs, a Study Abroad advisor will review your application. For faculty-led programs, the program director will review your application 和 notify us of their decision.
A passport serves as your international identification 和 allows you to enter other countries legally, as well as return to the United States after your travel is complete. 应用 as early as possible for your passport — it may take up to six weeks to process the application or renewal.
Visa requirements vary depending on each country's laws, the length of your time abroad 和 other factors.
Learn more from the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs.
If you have to 筹集资金 or apply for a competitive fellowship or scholarship to be able to afford to attend your program, you should get started as early as possible.
If your application has been moved to the accepted phase, you will receive an email in your UMKC email account from international@kbizvitenam.net. Finalize your application by completing all post-decision items.
You are required to attend Study Abroad Predeparture Orientation, which will provide you with health 和 safety advice, travel tips 和 other important preparation materials. You also will learn about cross-cultural adjustment 和 connect with other students preparing to study abroad.
Parents, guardians 和 significant others are welcome to attend. 访问ing students should discuss remote attendance options with the program leader 和 your Study Abroad advisor.