SEMO expands opportunities for students who study abroad

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – SEMO has made changes to the study abroad program.

SEMO established a new Study Abroad Coordinator position last year to make international experiences available to all students, as well as support incoming exchange students from partner institutions.

Part of the expansion is the study abroad portal is the launch of the study abroad portal.

This portal simplifies the process for students, offering a one-stop destination to browse programs, manage travel logistics and complete required forms.

“We want to ensure students have everything they need to study abroad,” said Aven Pacha, study abroad coordinator. “Whether it’s managing travel logistics or handling risk management, our goal is to remove any obstacles and make international experiences accessible to all SEMO students.”

Additionally, Pacha hosts study abroad 101 three times a month both virtually and in person.

The newly introduced Study Abroad Peer Mentor Program connects students who’ve returned from abroad with those just beginning their journey, fostering a network of support and shared insight.

Students can also explore semester or year-long exchange and internship opportunities in over 40 countries through affiliated partnerships with the American Institute for Foreign Exchange Study (AIFS) and the Council on International Education Exchange (CIEE)—all accessible through the Study Abroad Portal.

A standout feature of semester-long programs is that students continue to pay SEMO tuition rates, billed directly to their accounts, enabling seamless use of financial aid and scholarships.

SEMO is also enhancing the process of transferring course credits, ensuring that students can integrate their international experiences into their academic plans without issues.

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