Non-Union Programs
Non-Union programs allow students in their junior year the opportunity to participate in study abroad programs through other colleges and universities, provided that the program addresses a curricular need that cannot be met by a Union program. Typically, these programs take place in countries where Union does not have an international program.
The Liaison Committee on Study Abroad (LCOSA) approves non-Union proposals that demonstrate the student's readiness and preparation to undertake the proposed course of study and that provide details of a feasible plan of study that is well-integrated with the student's academic work at Union. Students approved by LCOSA for study in a State Department travel warning country must obtain a special legal release form from the International Programs Office, Old Chapel, Third Floor.
The more common option takes place during Winter and/or Spring terms, with the student enrolling in Spring semester course offerings from other colleges and universities. Note: When you apply, select the winter or spring term. If you are seeking a spring semester, select the winter option term.
The second option, for students wishing to spend a full year abroad, is the William Cady Stone Fellowship. Only one student per year is allowed to participate in this program. Students applying for this fellowship should be able to explain the benefits of a full year study abroad program at an accredited institution of his or her choice over a semester/trimester program. Note: When you apply, select the fall term option.
The more common option takes place during Winter and/or Spring terms, with the student enrolling in Spring semester course offerings from other colleges and universities.
The second option, for students wishing to spend a full year abroad, is the William Cady Stone Fellowship. Only one student per year is allowed to participate in this program. Students applying for this fellowship should be able to explain the benefits of a full year study abroad program at an accredited institution of his or her choice over a semester/trimester program.
The Liaison Committee on Study Abroad (LCOSA) approves non-Union proposals that demonstrate the student's readiness and preparation to undertake the proposed course of study and that provide details of a feasible plan of study that is well-integrated with the student's academic work at Union. Students approved by LCOSA for study in a State Department travel warning country must obtain a special legal release form from the International Programs Office, Old Chapel, Third Floor.
Course of Study
There are two options for non-Union study abroad programs.The more common option takes place during Winter and/or Spring terms, with the student enrolling in Spring semester course offerings from other colleges and universities. Note: When you apply, select the winter or spring term. If you are seeking a spring semester, select the winter option term.
The second option, for students wishing to spend a full year abroad, is the William Cady Stone Fellowship. Only one student per year is allowed to participate in this program. Students applying for this fellowship should be able to explain the benefits of a full year study abroad program at an accredited institution of his or her choice over a semester/trimester program. Note: When you apply, select the fall term option.
Pre-requisites
Must plan to complete the Non-Union Study Abroad program in the junior year at Union.Eligibility
Applicants to Union College international programs must:- Be a full-time matriculated student at Union College with an overall Union cumulative average of 2.5 at the time of application
- Be considered in “good conduct standing” as verified by the Office of Community Standards & Accountability
- “Good Conduct Standing” as defined here indicates that a student has not been deemed ineligible to participate in a term abroad program specifically or as a part of a probationary term; or separated from the College as a result of suspension or expulsion. This does not include voluntary leave.
- Students applying to participate in a Union College international program must disclose any and all disciplinary history as per application procedure.
- Have a clear account balance, as verified by the Financial Services Office
- Be in good academic standing, as verified by the Dean of Studies
- Meet the minimum language requirement (if any), as specified in the program description
- Complete the application process, which includes an essay.
- Maintain an overall Union cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 up to the date of departure for the program
- Successfully complete at least two courses in residence as a matriculated student at Union College the term prior to the study abroad program
- Shortly prior to departure, all participant names will be reviewed again to determine that students:
- Have a clear account balance, as verified by the Financial Services Office
- Be considered in “good conduct standing” as verified by the Office of Community Standards & Accountability
- Are in good academic standing, as verified by the Dean of Studies
- For the duration of the program, participants must be registered for the course load required for full-time status in their program
Credits
There are two options for non-Union study abroad programs.The more common option takes place during Winter and/or Spring terms, with the student enrolling in Spring semester course offerings from other colleges and universities.
The second option, for students wishing to spend a full year abroad, is the William Cady Stone Fellowship. Only one student per year is allowed to participate in this program. Students applying for this fellowship should be able to explain the benefits of a full year study abroad program at an accredited institution of his or her choice over a semester/trimester program.
Pre-requisites
Must plan to complete the Non-Union Study Abroad program in the junior year at Union.Credits
Generally, semester programs give credit for four or five courses. Students may use one or more of the following methods to close the credit gap such that students earn 6 Union credits total:- If the host institution for the program will allow an additional course for an additional fee, Union will pay that fee.
- Students may take one or more free fourth courses at Union during the academic year.
- Students may take one or more summer school courses at Union College. Course tuition will be waived, but the student will be responsible for room and board.
- Students may take one or more summer school courses at another accredited institution for transfer credit. Union will pay tuition for the course(s), but not room and board.
- For courses taken at another institution please note that Union’s transfer credit guidelines will apply.
- Students will need to apply for transfer credit approval for each course.
- Courses cannot be taken at a community college unless approved by the Dean of Studies.
- Transfer credit will not be granted for online courses.
- Course work at other colleges will be recognized only if a minimum grade of a “C” is achieved (pass/fail grades are not allowed).
- Courses taken as part of the transfer credit approval process to make up for credit gaps created by taking a non-union term abroad will count towards credits to graduate, yet the grades will not be recorded on a student’s Union College transcript nor factored into a student’s cumulative academic average.
Calendar
- Non-Union Winter/Spring Program applications: Due no later than close of business on Friday of the third week of Spring term in the year before the proposed program.
- William Stone Fellowship applications: Due no later than close of business on Friday of the fifth week of Winter term in the year before the proposed program.
Application
Click here to apply to a non-Union program.