April – June

• Complete all pre-departure requirements, including attending the mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation and meeting with your Sprott Program Advisor
• Continue researching and reading about your destination.
• Reach out to the international office at your host institution to get information about their transition supports.
• Ontario Residents: Inform OHIP of your upcoming year abroad. If you are from outside the Province, be sure to inform your health provider of your year abroad.
• Register and download the International SOS App
• Enter your travel information in the CU Travel Registry on Carleton Central.
• Submit your completed Student Visa application form to the Embassy immediately after receiving your official Acceptance Letter from your host institution
• Communicate with your host institution regarding arrival dates, housing options, course selection, etc.
• Book your flight – consider boking a flexible rate.
• Purchase health and travel insurance as directed
• Continue following the steps in the Pre-departure Checklist provided by the ISSO
• Continue working on the approval of your Exchange courses.