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href="/studyabroad/planning/">Planning</a> > New to LMU? </nav> <h1 class="text-blue no-margin-top">New to LMU?</h1> </div>  <div class="main__sidebar" role="navigation" aria-label="Secondary Navigation"> <div class="section-nav"> <a class="section-nav__toggle">In this section</a> <ul class="section-nav__list"><li><a href="https://academics.lmu.edu/studyabroad/planning/" target="_self">PLANNING</a></li><li><a href="/studyabroad/planning/planningguide/">Planning Guide</a></li><li><a href="/studyabroad/planning/newtolmu/">New to LMU?</a></li><li><a href="/studyabroad/planning/whatisinanapplication/">What is in an application?</a></li><li><a href="/studyabroad/programs/discoversemesterprograms/">Discover Semester Programs</a></li><li><a href="/studyabroad/planning/discoversummerprograms/">Discover Summer Programs</a></li><li><a href="/studyabroad/planning/studyabroad101infosessions/">Study Abroad 101 Info Sessions</a></li><li><a href="/studyabroad/planning/programinfosessions/">Program Info Sessions</a></li><li><a href="/studyabroad/planning/scholarshipsgrants/">Scholarships & Grants</a></li><li><a href="/studyabroad/planning/frequentlyaskedquestions/">Frequently Asked Questions</a></li><li><a href="/studyabroad/planning/connectwiththestudyabroadteam/">Connect with the Study Abroad Team</a></li><li><a href="/studyabroad/programs/studyabroadapplicationportal/">Study Abroad Application Portal</a></li></ul> </div> </div>  <div class="main__content" id="main-content"> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Congratulations on your acceptance to LMU! We are here to help you maximize your learning through an enriching global experience. LMU offers a wide and diverse selection of semester and summer programs for you to explore. As a first-year or transfer student, getting a head start on planning will help make this opportunity a reality!</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">  </span></p> <p> </p> <div class="content__right content__right-407075" style="width: 400px;"> <div class="caption caption--small"> <div class="caption__media">   </div> </div> </div> <div class="accordion"> <ul class="accordion__list"> <li class="accordion__item"> <button class="accordion__item__toggle" aria-expanded="false">First-Year Students</button> <div class="accordion__item__content" tabindex="-1"> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">When Can I Study Abroad?</span></strong></span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At LMU, immersive and defining study abroad experiences are achievable for every student. Whether targeting a semester, summer, or short-term program, most LMU students participate in at least one global experience during their undergraduate career.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">As a first-year student, you can study abroad as early as the summer after your first year at LMU. Students usually study abroad in their sophomore and/or junior year, and depending on their academic plan, students can study more than one semester or summer abroad. You can choose from over 100 programs! </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Where Can I Study Abroad?</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Typically, applications are open the semester before you plan to go abroad. </span><span data-contrast="none">You can plan ahead to maximize your study abroad options!</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Helpful tips to get you started:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"><a href="/studyabroad/programs/discoversemesterprograms/">Discover Semester Programs</a></span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-contrast="none"> – Explore our semester programs by browsing this complete listing, and click on the name to access the program brochure page.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><a href="/studyabroad/programs/discoversummerprograms/">Discover Summer Programs</a></strong> <span data-contrast="none">– Explore our summer programs. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://academics.lmu.edu/studyabroad/academicsprograms/studyabroad101/" target="_blank"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"></span></span></strong></a><strong><a href="/studyabroad/planning/studyabroad101infosessions/">Study Abroad 101</a></strong> <span data-contrast="none">- Attend this information session to get the inside scoop on all things study abroad at LMU.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://academics.lmu.edu/studyabroad/planning/planningguide/" target="_blank"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Planning Guide</span></span></strong></a><strong><span data-contrast="none"> - </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">Overview about how to get started and the application process. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html/" target="_blank"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">US Passport</span></span></strong></a><span data-contrast="none"> - order a new passport or renew your passport if it will expire within six months from the time you return to the USA from your study abroad program.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"><a href="/studyabroad/about/contact/">Visit us on Campus</a></span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> - The LMU Study Abroad office is open from Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm in Charles Von Der Ahe (VDA) building, Suite 130.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0}"> </span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">How Much Does It Cost?</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> <br></span></span><span data-contrast="auto">Studying abroad through LMU is an affordable opportunity. For most LMU students, the cost of study abroad is similar to the cost of living on campus for a semester. Financial aid can be applied to the majority of semester LMU Study Abroad programs and additional scholarships are available.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">You can find the cost of each program by accessing the LMU Study Abroad </span><a href="https://lmu.studioabroad.com/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.MapSearch" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">online program brochure, </span></span></a><span data-contrast="none">and clicking on the “Tuition & Fees” tab. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">LMU’s Financial Aid Office is an excellent resource for learning more about how loans, grants, and scholarships work for study abroad. The Financial Aid Office is located in VDA Building –Suite #270.  Students may contact the Financial Aid office using their email messaging system or by phone at 310-338-2753. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><a href="https://academics.lmu.edu/studyabroad/planning/scholarshipsgrants/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Click here</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> for more information about LMU Study Abroad expenses and scholarships.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Note about Academics</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> <br></span></span><span data-contrast="none">All LMU Study Abroad program options offer students’ credit that works for their degree and moves them closer to graduation. At LMU, there are programs available that fit within each student’s degree plan and often times align closely with major or minor requirements. You should plan to take LMU core, major or minor courses, and/or electives abroad. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Academic Advisor</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559731":720}"> <br></span><span data-contrast="auto">You should meet with your Academic Advisor early on to discuss which required courses in </span> <span data-contrast="auto">your major can only be taken on campus at LMU, and which requirements you may be able </span> <span data-contrast="auto">to accomplish through coursework abroad. </span><span data-contrast="none">You might want to explore your <a href="https://registrar.lmu.edu/degreeworks/" target="_blank">DegreeWorks</a></span><span data-contrast="none"> audit for academic planning purposes. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559731":720,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Additional LMU Global Experiences</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> <br></span></span><span data-contrast="auto">LMU offers other opportunities for students to participate in short-term trips in a variety of locations. Please check out the resources below:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://studentaffairs.lmu.edu/activities/centerforserviceandaction/alternativebreaksprogram/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Alternative Breaks - Center for Service and Action (CSA)</span></span><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></a></li> <li><a href="https://bellarmine.lmu.edu/global/bclaglobalimmersioncourses/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">BCLA Global Immersion Courses</span></span><span data-contrast="none"> </span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><a href="https://mission.lmu.edu/ministry/servicejustice/ic/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Ignacio Companion (IC) Trips – Campus Ministry</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><a href="https://academics.lmu.edu/onif/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Office of National & International Fellowships (ONIF)</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Ways to Connect with the Study Abroad Team</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> <br></span><span data-contrast="none">Students are encouraged to contact our office and to make an appointment with a Study Abroad Program Advisor. Please visit our page </span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"><a href="/studyabroad/planning/connectwiththestudyabroadteam/">Ways to Connect</a></span></span><span data-contrast="none"> to register for an information session or to schedule a meeting with one of our advisors. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> </div> </li><li class="accordion__item"> <button class="accordion__item__toggle" aria-expanded="false">Transfer Students</button> <div class="accordion__item__content" tabindex="-1"> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="none">When Can I Study Abroad?<br></span></strong></span><span data-contrast="auto">As a transfer student, you can study abroad after your first semester at LMU. Applications are typically due the semester before you plan to go abroad, which means, planning can begin now! </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Where Can I Study Abroad?</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":259}"> <br></span></span><span data-contrast="auto">LMU Study Abroad offers over</span> <span data-contrast="auto">100 semester and summer programs in a variety of destinations. To get started with exploring your options and planning your study abroad, we recommend the following:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://academics.lmu.edu/studyabroad/programs/discoversemesterprograms/" target="_blank"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Discover Semester programs</span></span></strong></a> <span data-contrast="none">– Find detail information about our semester programs. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://academics.lmu.edu/studyabroad/programs/discoversummerprograms/" target="_blank"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Discover Summer programs</span></span></strong></a><strong><span data-contrast="auto"> - </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">E</span><span data-contrast="none">xplore our summer programs. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"><a href="/studyabroad/planning/studyabroad101infosessions/">Study Abroad 101</a></span></span></strong> <span data-contrast="none">- Attend this information sessions to get the inside scoop on all things study abroad at LMU.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://academics.lmu.edu/studyabroad/planning/planningguide/" target="_blank"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Planning Guide</span></span></strong></a> <span data-contrast="none">– Overview of the application process, and planning tips.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html/" target="_blank"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">US Passport</span></span></strong></a><span data-contrast="none"> - order a new passport or renew your passport if it will expire within six months from the time you return to the USA from your study abroad program.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"><a href="/studyabroad/about/contact/">Visit us on Campus</a></span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> - The LMU Study Abroad office is open from Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm in Charles Von Der Ahe (VDA) building, Suite 130.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0}"> </span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Academics</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> <br></span></span><span data-contrast="none">All LMU Study Abroad programs offer students’ credit that works for their degree and moves them closer to graduation. At LMU, there are programs available that fit within each student’s degree plan and often times align closely with major or minor requirements. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">As a transfer student, it </span><span data-contrast="auto">is very important to choose a program that aligns with your academic plan and interests. You might want to take a combination of major classes, electives, and LMU core (if offered) while you are abroad. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Important considerations:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">LMU Programs</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559731":720}"> <br></span><span data-contrast="auto">Get instantly connected with a cohort of LMU students while attending an LMU semester or summer program. In most cases, LMU study abroad programs are led by an LMU faculty member. All programs offer LMU credit courses which allows you to continue to build your GPA at LMU while abroad, and avoid earning more transfer credit. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":720}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">LMU Semester Programs:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559731":720}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://lmu.studioabroad.com/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=11300" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Croatia: LMU </span></span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"> in Croatia</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></a></li> <li><a href="https://lmu.studioabroad.com/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=10002" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none">Germany: LMU Engineering in Bonn (offered only in fall of the sophomore year)</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><a href="https://lmu.studioabroad.com/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=10004" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none">Germany: LMU Film Production in Bonn</span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><a href="https://lmu.studioabroad.com/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=10000" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">England: LMU in London</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><a href="https://lmu.studioabroad.com/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=11288" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">England: LMU Leadership in London (spring only)</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><a href="https://lmu.studioabroad.com/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=10214" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Hungary: LMU Screenwriting in Budapest</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></a></li> </ul> <p><a href="https://academics.lmu.edu/studyabroad/programs/discoversummerprograms/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">LMU Summer Programs</span></span></a> <span data-contrast="auto">– check out our faculty-led programs. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559731":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Transfer Credit</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559731":720}"> <br></span><span data-contrast="auto">Most of the programs offered by LMU Study Abroad provide transfer credit. As part of the study abroad application, students submit a Transfer Course Review form to the Office of the Registrar in order to understand how the classes will transfer to LMU.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":720}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Transfer students should take into consideration the Transfer Credit policy outlined in the <a href="https://bulletin.lmu.edu/content.php?catoid=16&navoid=614#Transfer_Credit_and_Articulation" target="_blank">LMU Bulletin</a></span><span data-contrast="none"> that states students cannot exceed the 60-semester hour maximum allowed for undergraduate course work from community colleges, or exceed the 90-semester hour maximum allowed for undergraduate course work from four-year institutions. </span><span data-contrast="none">Talk to your academic advisor to understand your unique situation.</span><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":720}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Senior Residence Requirement</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559731":720}"> <br></span><span data-contrast="none">The <a href="https://bulletin.lmu.edu/content.php?catoid=16&navoid=614#Degree_Requirements" target="_blank">LMU Bulleting</a></span><span data-contrast="none"> states that at least 30 of the last 36 semester hours for the bachelor's degree must be taken in residence at LMU.  Students can fulfill this requirement by participating in </span><span data-contrast="none">any semester and summer program offered by LMU Study Abroad</span><span data-contrast="none">. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":720}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Academic Advisor</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559731":720}"> <br></span><span data-contrast="auto">We recommend transfer students to talk to their Academic Advisor to map out the </span> <span data-contrast="auto">requirements needed to complete their degree. As a transfer student, understanding the </span> <span data-contrast="auto">classes that you must take at LMU, and the classes you might be able to take abroad will </span> <span data-contrast="auto">help you decide the program that is best for you. Plan ahead to maximize your options! </span> <span data-contrast="auto">You might want to explore your <a href="https://registrar.lmu.edu/degreeworks/" target="_blank">DegreeWorks</a></span><span data-contrast="auto"> audit for academic planning purposes. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559731":720}"> </span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">How Much Does It Cost?</span></strong></span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Studying abroad through LMU is an affordable opportunity. For most LMU students, the cost of study abroad is similar to the cost of living on campus for a semester. Financial aid can be applied to the majority of semester LMU Study Abroad programs and additional scholarships are available. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">You can find the cost of each program by accessing the LMU Study Abroad </span><a href="https://lmu.studioabroad.com/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.MapSearch" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">online program brochure</span></span></a><span data-contrast="none"> and clicking on the “Tuition & Fees” tab. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">LMU’s Financial Aid Office is an excellent resource for learning more about how loans, grants, and scholarships work for study abroad. The Financial Aid Office is located in VDA Building –Suite #270.  Students may contact the Financial Aid office using their email messaging system or by phone at 310-338-2753.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><a href="https://academics.lmu.edu/studyabroad/planning/scholarshipsgrants/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Click here</span></span></a><span data-contrast="none"> for more information about grants and scholarships.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Additional LMU Global Experiences</span></strong></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong> </strong></span><br></span><span data-contrast="auto">LMU offers other opportunities for students to participate in short-term trips in a variety of locations. Please check out the resources below:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://studentaffairs.lmu.edu/activities/centerforserviceandaction/alternativebreaksprogram/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Alternative Breaks - Center for Service and Action (CSA)</span></span></a></li> <li><a href="https://bellarmine.lmu.edu/global/bclaglobalimmersioncourses/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">BCLA Global Immersion Courses</span></span></a></li> <li><a href="https://mission.lmu.edu/ministry/servicejustice/ic/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Ignacio Companion (IC) Trips – Campus Ministry</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><a href="https://academics.lmu.edu/onif/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Office of National & International Fellowships (ONIF)</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Ways to Connect with the Study Abroad Team</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Students are encouraged to contact our office and to make an appointment with a Study Abroad Program Advisor. Please visit our page </span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"><a href="/studyabroad/planning/connectwiththestudyabroadteam/">Ways to Connect</a></span></span><span data-contrast="auto"> to register for a Study Abroad 101 information session or to schedule a meeting with one of our advisors. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> </div> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <aside class="main__sidebar"> </aside> </div> </div> </main> <footer class="footer" id="footer"> <div class="footer__top"> <div class="columns-alt"> <div class="columns__item columns__item--4"> <a href="https://www.lmu.edu" class="footer__logo"> <span class="svgstore svgstore--logo-blue"> <svg> <title>LMU Logo</title> <use xlink:href="/media/2019lmu/siteassets/images/svgstore.svg#logo-blue"></use> </svg> </span> </a> <div class="footer__headline">Find Us</div> <ul> <li>Westchester Main Campus</li> <li>1 LMU Drive<br />Los Angeles, CA 90045<br />310.338.2700</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Downtown Law Campus</li> <li>919 Albany Street<br />Los Angeles, CA 90015<br />213.736.1000</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Playa Vista Campus</li> <li>12105 E. 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