What if my preapproved class(es) are full/not offered?
You need to get approval via email for any courses that have not been pre-approved in your initial academic approval form. Important: Be sure to bring copies of any coursework, graded essays and papers, tests, hard copies of the course syllabus and course descriptions for the course back to campus with you.
What if I test into a beginner level, but I need intermediate for my language requirement?
You will take a language placement test pre-departure or upon arrival in country. It is strongly recommended that you take this very seriously and study. Otherwise, you may not place as high as you expect. If you place into a lower level, ask if you can take the higher level, even if you will need to work harder. This is up to the discretion of the host language school or instructor. Please note: You will not get credit for a course you already took at OHIO.
How do I check on my transfer credit?
You can keep tabs on your transfer credit by going to your MyOhio Student Center Portal.
- Select Transfer Credit Report from drop-down window under the Academics section
- If you do not see Study Abroad Courses listed, OHIO has not received your transcript.
- If you see your Study Abroad Courses, you will see: “No Rule” or “Posted”
- No Rule- means the transcript has been processed by Admissions and sent to your college transfer officer.
- Posted- means your college/department has processed the transcript and posted the courses to your DARs
How do I get an official transcript for my own records?
You should request your transcript while you are on site, from the provider or the host university, depending on the transcript issuing institution. You will need one to be sent directly to the Office of Global Opportunities (this is REQUIRED). You may ask for an additional transcript for your records. Please note that not all providers may have this option and they may charge a fee.