Course Approval Process
Select the guide that corresponds to the type of program you are participating in. This will give you a step-by-step process on how to get courses approved for GVSU credits.
Exchange/Provider
For students studying abroad through Exchange programs or Provider programs, the course approval process is more involved. We recommend getting started on it right away and we are happy to assist you throughout the process.
Check out the guide below to get started.
Faculty-led
This guide is for GVSU students participating in GVSU faculty-led study abroad programs.
Check out the guide below to get started.
Independent Study
Independent Study is a very unique way of receiving credit for your study abroad experience. Typically students are not receiving a transcript and must enroll in a GVSU independent study course. Every instance is different.
Check out the guide below to get started.
Independent Study Abroad Course Approval Process Page
Get in contact with us if you think this is you: [email protected]
Internships
For students participating in credit bearing internships abroad, the process is similar to Exchange/Provider programs, but there is more assistant from your coordinator throughout the process of retrieving course approvals from departments. This currently applies only to internship only, not Internship + Study Combos, where students should reference the Exchange/Provider Guide linked above.
Check out the guide below to get started.
Internships Abroad Course Approval Guide
Contact Kristen Cloutier with questions [email protected]