Study Abroad

London - How to Apply/Checklist

• Deadline to apply is March 14, 2009. Flight arrangements from Houston (or DFW) are made by Midwestern State University. Apply early to assure flight availability. Applications are taken on a first come, first serve basis.



• Biometric Information required after December 3, 2007. All applications for UK visas needing prior entry clearance, including student visas, submitted on or after December 3, 2007 will require 'biometric' information as part of the visa application process. Visa applications will not be processed until the applicant has provided the necessary biometric information.
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• Apply for the appropriate UHV scholarship
  2008 - 2009 UHV scholarship



• Complete the London Application and submit. (Non UHV students must fill out the Texas Common Application and be accepted as a transfer student to UHV.)



• Apply for any appropriate financial aid, scholarships, loans, etc. Be sure to consider future study abroad plans in filling out the FAFSA



• A non-refundable $250 deposit made payable to Midwestern State University and your completed application form and deposit should be sent to the address below. Deposit will be refunded only if you are not accepted into the program or your course is cancelled.



• The Course Articulation Form must be completed and returned to UHV no later than April 15, 2008. All required signatures must be obtained by the student.

Send all payments, forms and correspondence to:

UHV, Study Abroad
University West 108
3007 N. Ben Wilson
Victoria, TX 77901

Once your application is approved:

• Prepare for travel by finalizing any travel documents and/or arrangements. (ie Passports, airfare, insurance.) Health precautions, (ie immunizations, prescriptions) and any personal matters. An International Student Identity Card may be obtained in Room 108 in the University West Building, or you may purchase it online at http://www.myisic.com/MyISIC/GetYourCard/GetYourCard1.aspx.



• Check out the Travel Updates page



• It is recommended that you review the Pre-departure Orientation at time of application and again several weeks prior to departure.