{"image":"{staticroot}files\/pages\/flickr_lyon-3.jpg","content":"<h1>FAQ<\/h1>\r\n<h5><strong>General Study Abroad Questions<\/strong><\/h5>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><a href=\"#1\">Whom should I contact about the study abroad programs?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#2\">Where do I send my completed application? What are accepted forms of payment?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#3\">How is my application processed? When should I expect to be notified that I've been accepted to the program?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#4\">What documentation is required for admission into the program?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#5\">What, if any, are the enrollment limitations for each program?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#6\">How many courses can I take? Will credit for the course(s) be applicable at my home institution? Will participation in a Widener study abroad program accelerate my graduation?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#7\">Who can assist me with transportation and lodging?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#8\">Will there be an orientation at the beginning of each program?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#9\">How much will the program cost?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#10\">When is full-tuition payment due to Widener Law?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#11\">If I'm a non-Widener student, will Widener assist me with contacting Widener students who intend to participate in the program?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#12\">Will Widener assist me with obtaining financial aid for the program?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#13\">What procedures are in place if I need to withdraw from the program, or if the program is cancelled?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#14\">What is the policy for adding or dropping courses once the program is in progress?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#15\">Are the facilities associated with each program accessible to persons with special physical needs?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#16\">Are residency credits awarded for attending the summer program?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#17\">Does Widener Law offer low-cost travel\/emergency\/medical insurance for students attending its study abroad programs?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#18\">What is the exact schedule of events for program classes and exams?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#19\">Where can I find travel warnings or specific information on the country hosting the study abroad programs?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h5>Answers<\/h5>\r\n<h6><a id=\"1\"><\/a>1. Whom should I contact about the study abroad programs? &nbsp;<strong><br \/><\/strong><\/h6>\r\n<p>Please contact Widener Law's study abroad programs coordinator, Arlene Trapuzzano: 302-477-2248 or artrapuzzano@widener.edu.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Lausanne Study Abroad Program<br \/>Christine Allie<\/strong>, director<br \/><strong>Phone:<\/strong> 302-477-2277<br \/><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:cdallie@widener.edu\">cdallie@widener.edu<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Venice Study Abroad Program<br \/>Paul Rega<\/strong>n, director<br \/><strong>Phone:<\/strong> 302-477-2171<br \/><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:plregan@widener.edu\">plregan@widener.edu<\/a><\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"2\"><\/a>2. Where do I send my completed application? What are accepted forms of payment?<\/h6>\r\n<p>A completed application, along with a letter of good standing and a $100 nonrefundable registration deposit can be mailed to<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Coordinator, Study Abroad Programs<\/strong><br \/><strong>Widener Law<\/strong><br \/>4601 Concord Pike<br \/>Post Office Box 7474<br \/>Wilmington, Delaware 19803<\/p>\r\n<h6><strong>Nonrefundable Registration Deposit <\/strong>($100.00)<\/h6>\r\n<p>Accepted forms of payments: ONLY check, money order, cash, Visa, or MasterCard <em>(but not American Express or Discover for your registration deposit).<\/em><\/p>\r\n<h6><strong>Tuition Account<\/strong><\/h6>\r\n<p>Accepted forms of tuition payment: check or money order made out to Widener University, or online payment using a credit card or direct debit from checking or savings.<\/p>\r\n<p>To pay online with a credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) or direct debit from a checking or savings account follow these steps:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Log on to your CampusCruiser account.<\/li>\r\n<li>Select WebAdvisor tab.<\/li>\r\n<li>Locate What is My ID and Pin # tab.<\/li>\r\n<li>Locate Financial Profile Section tab.<\/li>\r\n<li>Click My Online Student Account tab.<\/li>\r\n<li>Follow the step-by-step instructions to log into your online student account.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h6><strong>Important Note about Debit\/Credit Card Payments\/Refund Policy<\/strong><\/h6>\r\n<p>Payments made toward student tuition accounts using a credit card will be charged a 2.75% convenience fee by our credit card vendor TouchNet\/Paypath. The convenience fee is nonrefundable, even if the student account payment is refunded. Authorization of a credit card payment to a student account signifies acceptance of these terms.<\/p>\r\n<p>There is no charge for using direct debit from a checking or savings account as a payment method.<\/p>\r\n<p>Students who prefer to mail their payments (checks only) need to make checks payable to Widener University and write their student identification number on the check. The cancelled check will serve as your receipt.<\/p>\r\n<h6>NOTE: DO NOT SEND CASH THROUGH THE MAIL.<\/h6>\r\n<h6><a id=\"3\"><\/a> 3. How is my application processed? When should I expect to be notified that I've been accepted to the program? &nbsp;<\/h6>\r\n<p>Applications are sent to the study abroad programs coordinator for processing. Application materials are then forwarded to the specific program director and a letter of acceptance should be mailed or emailed to the prospective student within two (2) weeks from the student&rsquo;s submission of all materials.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"4\"><\/a>4. What documentation is required for admission into the program? &nbsp;<\/h6>\r\n<p>A letter of good standing from the student's home law school is required for processing the application. The letter should specifically state that the applicant has, or will have, completed one full year of law studies by the time the program takes place. The letter should also specifically state that the student is <em>in good standing <\/em>at his\/her home law school. A minimum GPA of 2.3 or above is acceptable. Please note: If you are a Widener student, you must have a minimum 2.3 GPA to be accepted into our summer abroad programs. Widener students will be required to leave the program if they do not maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA at the end of the spring semester.<\/p>\r\n<p>Students on academic probation, or students who believe they may be placed on academic probation, may attend the program on a case-by-case basis and do so <em>at their own risk.<\/em><\/p>\r\n<p>A fully completed application (with all information for each question answered), as well as a letter of good standing and a $100 check\/money order made payable to \"Widener University\" (or payment by credit card) must be forwarded to the coordinator for study abroad programs.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"5\"><\/a>5. What, if any, are the enrollment limitations for each program?<\/h6>\r\n<p>Currently, there are no specific limitations on the number of students who enroll. The average previous years' attendance has been twenty (20) for each program. In order to ensure the highest quality instruction, a general rule of thumb is to set a limit of &nbsp;thirty (30) students for each program.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"6\"><\/a>6. How many courses can I take? Will credit for the course(s) be applicable at my home institution?<\/h6>\r\n<p>Will participation in a Widener Law study abroad program accelerate my graduation?<\/p>\r\n<p>All study abroad programs allow for a maximum of six (6) credits. Widener courses may be credited toward a student&rsquo;s law degree at an ABA-approved institution if the student&rsquo;s law school accepts credits for summer programs. A transcript of grades will be sent to each student and to each home school. Acceptance of any credit or grade for any course is subject to determination by the student's home school. It is unlikely that participation in a foreign summer program may be used to accelerate graduation. Students should consult with their law school's registrar.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"7\"><\/a>7. Who can assist me with transportation and lodging? &nbsp;<\/h6>\r\n<p>It is the individual student's responsibility to make air and housing arrangements. Detailed information on options available can be found on the Housing web page for the individual study abroad program.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"8\"><\/a>8. Will there be an orientation at the beginning of each program? &nbsp;<\/h6>\r\n<p>Each program will conduct an orientation day on the starting day of its program. Specific scheduling information will be found in the student manual for respective programs.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"9\"><\/a>9. How much will the program cost?<\/h6>\r\n<p>Please consult the <a href=\"{staticroot}current-students\/academics\/study-abroad\/program-information\/#tuition\">Tuition and Fees page<\/a> for estimated program costs.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"10\"><\/a>10. When is full tuition payment due to Widener Law?<strong> &nbsp;<\/strong><\/h6>\r\n<p>The application deadline for 2015 Study Abroad Programs is April 15, 2015. If students know they want to attend a Widener program, but anticipate that their application may arrive after the deadline, contact the study abroad programs coordinator to request an exception to policy: 302-477-2248. Exceptions to policy will be granted in cases where the financial aid disbursement is delayed through no fault of the student. Full tuition is due no later than May 23, 2015.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"11\"><\/a>11. If I'm a non-Widener student, will Widener assist me with contacting Widener students who intend to participate in the program?<\/h6>\r\n<p>Widener Law will help students from other law schools make contact with Widener students in order to build cohesion before, during, and after the specific summer institute they attend. All Widener and non-Widener students participating in a specific summer abroad program will be listed on each program director&rsquo;s TWEN page. For more assistance, simply contact our Study Abroad Programs coordinator, Arlene Trapuzzano, 302-477-2248 or artrapuzzano@widener.edu. Students typically contact each other to coordinate air flights or to find roommates.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"12\"><\/a>12. Will Widener assist me with obtaining financial aid to attend the program?<\/h6>\r\n<p>Widener students seeking financial aid should <a href=\"ipl:\/\/201\/\/W10=\">contact the Financial Aid Office<\/a> to complete the proper forms so that funds are disbursed prior to the start of classes. There will be a financial aid information seminar conducted mid-spring for Widener students attending the 2015 programs.<\/p>\r\n<h6><strong>Widener Law, Financial Aid Office: 302-477-2247<\/strong><\/h6>\r\n<p>Non-Widener students seeking financial aid should check with their home law school regarding the possibility of completing a consortium agreement with Widener Law for federal student loans. The Widener Law, Bursar&rsquo;s Office must receive the portion of the student&rsquo;s loan disbursement dedicated to paying tuition by Friday, May 23, 2015.<\/p>\r\n<p>In all cases, please allow for adequate time (six to eight weeks) for the processing of student loans.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"13\"><\/a> 13. What procedures are in place if I need to withdraw from the program, or if the program is cancelled? &nbsp;<\/h6>\r\n<p>Widener Law reserves the right to change or cancel a program for reasons beyond its control, to cancel any individual course due to insufficient enrollment, to adjust class meeting times, or to substitute faculty. Should the program be cancelled, its director will use best efforts to locate a similar program, if the student so desires, and all payments to Widener will be refunded within 20 days. If course offerings or other significant aspects of the program are changed, the director will communicate the changes to all registered students who will then have the opportunity to withdraw and receive a full refund of monies paid to Widener Law.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"14\"><\/a> 14. What is the policy for adding or dropping courses once the program is in progress?<\/h6>\r\n<p>Students will be allowed to add or drop courses through the first day of classes in each session. After this period, students may not add or drop courses. No tuition refunds will be issued after the first day of class for any course. Students withdrawing from a course after this period will receive a &ldquo;W,&rdquo; indicating withdrawal on the transcript sent to their home institution. Should any student, due to an emergency, need to withdraw from any study abroad program once the program is in progress, Widener Law will refund tuition based upon the current refund policy. Students who must cancel out of a program should notify the program director and coordinator as soon as possible.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"15\"><\/a> 15. Are the facilities associated with each program accessible to persons with special physical needs? &nbsp;<\/h6>\r\n<p>Facilities in other countries may not be as accessible to students with special physical needs as facilities in the United States. Students with special physical needs are in no way discouraged from attending any Widener Law study abroad program; they are encouraged to employ as much advanced planning as possible to accommodate their particular needs. Please contact the director of each program for more information on accessibility of facilities in that program.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"16\"><\/a> 16. Are residency credits awarded for attending the summer program?<\/h6>\r\n<p>For Widener Law students, residency credits are calculated the same as residency credits for summer term courses.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<p>Residency Credits<\/p>\r\n<table style=\"height: 260px;\" width=\"457\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Completed Credit Hours<\/td>\r\n<td>Residency Credit<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>6<\/td>\r\n<td>4<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>5<\/td>\r\n<td>4<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>4<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<td>2<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>&lt;3<\/td>\r\n<td>0<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<p>Non-Widener students should consult with their home school's registrar. Their home school's registrar may use the above chart as a guide, but makes the final determination as to residency credits, if applicable.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"17\"><\/a> 17. Does Widener Law offer low-cost travel\/emergency\/medical insurance for students attending its summer abroad programs? &nbsp;<\/h6>\r\n<p>Yes. Widener Law does have mandatory, low-cost travel insurance covering emergencies and\/or medical issues. The cost of this insurance is based on the length of stay&mdash; up to 15 days = $24: 16 to 30 days = $42. This travel insurance component is factored into the cost of attendance in the financial aid budget.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"18\"><\/a>18. What is the exact schedule of events for classes and exams for the program? &nbsp;<\/h6>\r\n<p>Specific course schedules, to include examination dates, will be available in the student manuals developed by the program director. The manual will also be accessible through each program's web page.<\/p>\r\n<h6><a id=\"19\"><\/a>19. Where can I find travel warnings or country specific information on the country hosting the study abroad programs? &nbsp;<\/h6>\r\n<p>For travel warnings and country-specific information, visit the State Department website: <a href=\"http:\/\/travel.state.gov\/travel\/cis_pa_tw\/cis\/cis_1151.html\">ttp:\/\/travel.state.gov\/travel\/cis_pa_tw\/cis\/cis_1151.html<\/a>. In addition, the Law School will monitor the State Department website for updates and will communicate updated information to all registered students.<\/p>","box_content":""}