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Study Abroad Credit Transfer FAQs

Study Abroad Credit Transfer FAQs

Find answers to commonly asked questions based on where you are in the study abroad process. If you still have questions, please email credit_abroad@unc.edu.

Considering & applying to study abroad

Learn about the types of credit you can earn, how many classes to take and more.

Credit considerations during program selection

What to know as you plan to go abroad

Understand how the placeholder course works and prepare for coursework abroad.

Getting ready for your courses before the program begins

While abroad

Learn what to do as your schedule is finalized once your program begins.

Finalizing courses

Back at Carolina

Review the process of receiving your transcript to viewing your courses in Connect Carolina/Tar Heel Tracker.

Receiving credit
UNC Study Abroad
Study Abroad Office
University of North Carolina
Campus Box 3130
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3130
919-962-7002
abroad@unc.edu

Call or email:
Monday - Friday, 9 am to 5 pm