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F.A.Q.S.

If you have any questions about our study away programs, you’re likely to find the information you’re looking for here. We’ve answered common questions to help you plan your experience.

Steps to Study Away/Abroad with The School of Fashion

INFORMATION ABOUT THE STEPS TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOOL OF FASHION STUDY AWAY APPLICATION 

Important- check your emails every day! 

How to Apply for the School of Fashion Study Away Experiences:  

  1. Submit a School of Fashion Study Away Application between December 1, 2025 and December 15, 2025.  

  • Students select their top two study away program choices but will only be selected for one study away program. As a selective program, the Hong Kong Exchange program does not count as one of your two choices. 

  • Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. 

  • Students may submit an Extended School of Fashion Study Away Application if they wish to participate in multiple study away experiences in the same academic year.

  1. In early January, the School of Fashion Study Away Coordinator will notify students of their study away program acceptance.  

  2. С»ÆƬÊÓƵ study away programs require a $500 School of Fashion Study Away Deposit. The deposit is due January 15, 2026. 

  3. Partnership study away programs require students to apply and be accepted into the partnership institution. Participation in the program requires the partnership school’s acceptance of your application as well as an application to the Office of Global Education.  

  4. All study away programs, excluding New York, LA Study Tour and Atlanta Study Tour, require students to complete an Office of Global Education program application.  

  5. School of Fashion Late Study Away Application will be available after January 15, 2026.  

  • Only programs with available seats will be included in the late application. Once a program’s capacity is reached, no more students will be accepted into the program. 

Who completes the late application: 

  • Students who plan to study at multiple locations in the same academic year. 

  • Students who miss the initial study away application.

  • Students who wish to change their accepted study away program location.  

General

Q: I want to participate in multiple study away programs. How many Pre-Approval Applications should I complete?

  • One. You’ll be able to select multiple programs on the application.

Q. Is it possible to have a first and second choice program in case I don’t get into my first choice?

  • On the Pre-Approval Application, you can select multiple programs you are interested in. By including more than one choice, you’ll have some back-up options should you not get your first choice. 

Q: I completed the Pre-Approval Application, but I’ve changed my mind and now want to participate in a different study away program. What should I do?

  • We may be able to change your placement. Send an email to FSstudyaway@kent.edu with the subject line ‘Pre-Approval Application Change’, and explain the change you would like to make. We’ll let you know your options. 

Q. What if my application for study away is not approved? 

  • If we can’t admit you to your chosen program, it’s usually due to your student status or because you don’t meet GPA requirements. For all study away fashion programs, students must be at a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA with all 20000 level FDM courses completed. 
  • The study away program is part of your degree, so we encourage you to apply again next year. It’s also a good idea to meet with your academic advisor before you fill out the Pre-Approval Application for advice on the study away program that best suits your interests.

Q: The program I wanted is at full capacity. Can I be added to a waitlist?

  • Yes. If you were accepted into a program, you should have received a notification to complete a Commitment Contract or Application. Follow the email instructions and send an email to FSstudyaway@kent.edu saying that you’ like to be added to the waitlist.

Q: Housing is included in my study away program. Can I room with my friends?

  • You may be able to. The application gives you the chance to share your roommate preferences. 

Q. Do I have to purchase flights on my own, or is that part of the program fee?

  • Group flights are offered through the Florence program. For all other programs, you will need to book and pay for your flight.  

Q. My program requires me to get a visa. How do I do this?

Q: What advice would you give to students applying for competitive programs and scholarships?

There are a few steps you can take to put yourself in a strong position for getting a place:

Financial Aid

Steps for Financial Aid

Q. How does the financial aid application process and applying for scholarships abroad work?

Q. Does my Access Room Grant transfer over to the room and board cost in Florence or is it just for room and board on Kent's campus?

  • For Florence, you will be billed for housing, so you can use your room and board scholarship to cover the cost. For other programs, please contact finaideducationabroad@kent.edu to discuss how your financial aid applies.

Q. Do my honors scholarships also apply abroad?

  • Yes, but the specifics of what will apply may depend on which semester you are studying abroad. Please contact finaideducationabroad@kent.edu to discuss how your financial aid applies to these programs.

Q. I am an international student. Am I able to apply for scholarships to study abroad if I do not have a FAFSA?

  • Yes! Some scholarships do not require students to have an FAFSA on file. The Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center provides information about Financial Aid and Scholarships. You can also find information about School of Fashion scholarships by visiting our information page.

Q. Are there payment plans available for study away? 

  • There are no payment plans available for study away. Your acceptance email will include a schedule of when program fees are due.

Q. Am I able to receive scholarships for multiple study abroad opportunities?

  • Yes!

Q: I applied for scholarships to study away. Will they appear on my acceptance letter?

  • No, you’ll be contacted about your scholarship separately. 

 

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