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We help you navigate
your experience...
We utilize a unique 4-point philosophy to
manage your study abroad experience. It
is through these points that we provide
you the personalized support you need to
achieve your study abroad goals.
#1 Personal Program Selection and Planning
#2 Orientation and Preparation
#3 Cultural Integration – Living and Learning Abroad
#4 Reflection and Application of the Experience
#1 Personal Program Selection and
Planning
 Personal counselors: Our staff have studied abroad, are
experts in the programs which they advise, and you will
always have our personal attention.- Academic planning: We help you select subjects and
obtain credit transfer.
- Program Match: We will help you determine the right
program for you.
- Location and Housing: Find the most suitable location in
our wide range of destinations, and live in pre-arranged
accommodation.
- Minority Students/Disabled Students/Special Interests: We offer support to
ALL students – please ask us!
- Financial Consultation: Budget planning, payment plans,
financial aid transfer, and a wide range of scholarship
options.
#2 Orientation and Preparation
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 The MyLearn On-Line Website and Process: Through our
MyLearn technology tool students receive easy to complete
enrollment information, a comprehensive to-do list, and all
pre-departure details.
- Comprehensive Orientation Materials and Webinar: You
will receive fully detailed information by mail, in a group
on-line session, and some useful travel gear too!
- Airline Ticket Assistance: Both group and individual
airline tickets for you, your parents, and friends.
- Immigration Visas and Passports: We will help you get the
right documents.
- Family Connections: Consultation with parents and
advisors is expected and encouraged.
#3 Cultural Integration – Living and
Learning Abroad
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 Bridging Cultures Programs (in-country): We help
to prepare you for your experience with on-site culture
learning programs for all programs either as a 3-6 day
experience or during your first few days with the group.
- Travel and Excursions: Optional Spring Break trips, weekend
travel, and independent travel opportunities are available.
Sign up for a campus or community club.
- Volunteering: We encourage volunteerism specifically in
our longer-term programs through environmental-focused
Service Learning Introduction programs or activities
arranged by the host campus or community.
- Guaranteed Housing: We guarantee prearranged accommodation.
- Language Development: We have on-site language
instruction/immersion in our foreign speaking destinations
and also encourage foreign language study in our English speaking
destinations.
- On-site Resident Staff: Available to students 24-hours-a-day through toll free numbers and/or walk in service.
Parents have access to 24 hours a day support in North
America as well!
- On-Site Academic Mentors: Available at your campus, with
your group leader, or through our overseas offices.
#4 Reflection and Application of the
Experience
 “Beyond Study Abroad”: On-site group sessions or online
information debriefing the experience and creating a
springboard for your return home and future careers.- The EnCompass Alumni Program: Stay involved when
you return home through various activities and connections
to other alumni.
- Future International Educator Award: If a career in
International Education interests you, complete the
Encompass Program and apply for this award!
- Program evaluations: Evaluate your experience for future
students.
- Resume Building and Review: We will send your resume to
a Professional Resume Consultant for a review and critique.
- Alumni Handbook: Includes useful information on reverse
culture shock, career search, and going abroad again.
- Transcript services: For our credit bearing programs, we
send official transcripts and grading conversions to your
university plus a copy to you. You may also apply for your
credits to appear on a U.S. Transcript from our well-respected
School of Record, University of Minnesota-Twin
Cities
No matter the direction you take, we are the International Educational Organization to help you achieve your
goals. As your compass and guide, we will help you
select, prepare, and launch the right experience, giving
you the tools you need and helping you make this the
most amazing journey of your life.
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