{"id":7883,"date":"2026-02-25T14:53:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T20:53:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/?page_id=7883"},"modified":"2026-05-18T11:05:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T16:05:02","slug":"academics-credit","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/students\/academics-credit\/","title":{"rendered":"Academics &amp; Credit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\">This page covers how you will earn credit and stay on track to graduate while abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-uwm-study-abroad-academics-amp-credit-overview\">UWM Study Abroad Academics &amp; Credit Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Do I earn credit abroad?<\/strong>&nbsp;Yes, credit is awarded for successful completion of courses abroad (except for sports\/recreation classes).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Types of credit:<\/strong>&nbsp;\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>UWM Credit:<\/strong> These credits come from UWM\u2011sponsored study abroad programs, meaning the program is created, managed, or formally approved by UWM. The courses appear as UWM credits on your transcript, and the grades you earn are included in your UWM GPA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transfer Credit:<\/strong> These credits come from non\u2011UWM programs run by outside universities or providers. The credits transfer back to UWM, and the grades appear on the transcript but do not affect your UWM GPA.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do I stay enrolled at UWM while abroad?<\/strong>&nbsp;Yes.&nbsp;Placeholder&nbsp;courses&nbsp;will keep your student status active so you maintain eligibility for financial aid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-course-planning-amp-approval\">Course Planning &amp; Approval<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We recommend that you plan early to avoid surprises later.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion uwm-p-accordion--icon-left-circle\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How do I plan courses abroad?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify courses offered through program provider\/host university websites. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your academic advisor can clarify any remaining degree requirements, and you should choose suitable courses to help meet those requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Most students will fulfill general elective requirements rather than specific major\/minor requirements, as it may be more challenging to find those courses abroad.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re&nbsp;responsible for obtaining approvals by completing the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/600\/2026\/04\/Accessible-Course-Equivalency-Form-3.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Course Equivalency Approval Form&nbsp;(CEAF) (PDF)<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to complete CEAF:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Download the CEAF.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meet with the&nbsp;appropriate department&nbsp;chair or faculty advisor<\/strong>&nbsp;to review your courses.&nbsp;Bring course syllabi or descriptions&nbsp;for reference.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Obtain signatures\/approvals<\/strong>&nbsp;for each course.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Email the signed form<\/strong> to your academic advisor and study abroad program manager.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When should I start?<\/strong>&nbsp;As soon as possible, ideally before departure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What if I change courses abroad?<\/strong>&nbsp;Update CEAF once you have your finalized schedule.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Who should I contact for equivalency approvals?&nbsp;<\/strong>Reach out to the UWM department that offers a similar course. For example, a Korean language class would go to the Korean faculty advisor, while a Korean Politics class might go to Political Science or Korean faculty, depending on what requirement you want it to fulfill. If&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;unsure,&nbsp;check&nbsp;the <a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/\">UWM Course Catalog<\/a> or ask your academic advisor for guidance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>What if my course list\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0available yet?<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Course lists abroad&nbsp;aren\u2019t&nbsp;always released in advance. Stay flexible, meet with your academic advisor early and prepare backup options, which can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identifying&nbsp;multiple courses abroad that could fit the same UWM requirement.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Planning for elective credit in case a direct match&nbsp;isn\u2019t&nbsp;available.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Considering both lower- and upper-level course approvals.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Having a mix of major, minor and gen-ed courses pre-approved.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the CEAF once courses are confirmed or&nbsp;update it&nbsp;after you return if your schedule changes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Can\u00a0my courses\u00a0abroad count for my major\/minor\/gen eds?<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Yes. By default, they return as elective credit. To have them&nbsp;count for&nbsp;specific requirements,&nbsp;submit&nbsp;the CEAF with departmental approval.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-notice uwm-p-notice--success\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-circle-check fa-fw\"><\/i><div class=\"uwm-p-notice--content\"><div class=\"uwm-p-notice--title\">Pro Tip:<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-notice--message\">Save your syllabi\/coursework abroad in case faculty reviewing your CEAF requests\u00a0need additional information.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-enrollment-uwm-amp-abroad\">Enrollment (UWM &amp; Abroad)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UWM\u2019s Center for International Education (CIE) enrolls you in a&nbsp;study abroad&nbsp;credit placeholder, so you&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;student&nbsp;status and can use financial aid while abroad.&nbsp;You will also enroll directly with your host institution\/program provider.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Credit requirements for semester programs:<\/strong> <br>If&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;abroad for a&nbsp;fall or spring semester, you must take the&nbsp;equivalent of 12\u201318 UWM credits&nbsp;while abroad. This keeps you classified as a full-time student.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Credit requirements for summer programs:<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>Summer credit requirements vary by program.&nbsp;To use financial aid, you must enroll in at least 6 total credits, which may include a combination of study abroad courses and UWM on\u2011campus\/online courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How you register for your&nbsp;host institution\/provider&nbsp;classes depends on your program<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Some programs require you to register for classes&nbsp;before&nbsp;you leave.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other programs will have you register after you arrive at your host university.&nbsp;Your study abroad program manager will tell you which process applies to you.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Courses must be graded (not pass\/fail).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sports\/recreation courses abroad do not receive credit at UWM.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-credit-processing-after-you-return\">Credit Processing After You Return<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how your credits will move from abroad to your UWM transcript:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You&nbsp;must request&nbsp;that your official transcript be sent to CIE.&nbsp;\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Note: Students on faculty-led programs do not need to request a transcript.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coursework is evaluated by UWM. Courses will be awarded as general elective credit unless otherwise noted on the CEAF.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Credits\/grades are posted to PAWS [6-8 week&nbsp;processing time].&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check with your academic advisor to confirm your credits applied to your program degree correctly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion uwm-p-accordion--icon-left-circle\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Can I study abroad if I only speak English?<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Yes! Many programs offer coursework in English, even in non-English speaking countries. Check&nbsp;program pages for language requirements, which vary by program.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Can I improve my\u00a0language\u00a0skills abroad?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Yes, immersion is the best&nbsp;way to learn another language.&nbsp;Many programs offer language coursework from beginning to&nbsp;advanced levels.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Do I need to take a language placement exam?<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Some language programs require placement testing before or during your program. Check the program brochure page to see if a placement exam is&nbsp;required.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Do I need to be a junior to study abroad?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>No. You are eligible to apply after completing one semester of university coursework.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Are there programs for my major?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Yes, programs are offered across many disciplines. Some let you take a mix of classes that may count toward your major or minor, while others are more subject-specific. For example, even if there&nbsp;isn\u2019t&nbsp;a Psychology-only program, you may find one where you can take Psychology courses alongside other electives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>What if my course\u00a0doesn\u2019t\u00a0match a UWM class?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>It returns as elective credit unless approved via CEAF.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>What happens if I fail a class abroad?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>This will vary by program, but you should expect this may&nbsp;impact&nbsp;your&nbsp;GPA, progress&nbsp;to degree, and\/or financial aid eligibility. Please seek help from your program if you are concerned this may be an issue.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Will studying abroad delay my graduation?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>No, not with early planning. In some cases students who study abroad may even graduate ahead of schedule. Work with your academic advisor to ensure courses fit your degree plan. If you study abroad in your final semester, your&nbsp;degree&nbsp;posting may be delayed while transcripts are processed, so going earlier is recommended.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>When should I meet with my advisor?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>It\u2019s&nbsp;helpful to meet with your advisor as soon as you start thinking about&nbsp;study&nbsp;abroad. They can help you understand what coursework you still&nbsp;need&nbsp;so you can choose a program that fits your degree plan.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Can I volunteer abroad instead of earning credit?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>No.&nbsp;CIE supports credit-bearing programs only.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>How can I learn about my workload or how I\u2019ll be graded abroad?<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>If you&#8217;re a faculty-led participant, you should ask your program leader. Other participants should refer to the program brochure or host-university website.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\"><div class=\"content_block\" id=\"custom_post_widget-9317\"><nav aria-label=\"Sidebar\" class=\"uwm-p-navigation-list uwm-p-navigation-list--gold-border \"><div class=\"uwm-p-navigation-list--title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/\">Study Abroad<\/a><\/div><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/students\/\">For Students<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/students\/get-started\/\">Get Started<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwmilwaukee.studioabroad.com\/_portal\/program-search\">Program Search<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"current\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/students\/academics-credit\/\"><span aria-current=\"page\">Academics &amp; Credit<\/span><\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/students\/costs-scholarships\/\">Costs &amp; Scholarships<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/students\/health-safety\/\">Health &amp; Safety<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/students\/apply\/\">How to Apply<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwmilwaukee.studioabroad.com\/\">Application Portal<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/students\/prepare-to-go-abroad\/\">Prepare to Go<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/students\/while-abroad\/\">While Abroad<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/students\/returning-home\/\">Returning Home<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/students\/study-abroad-handbook\/\">Study Abroad Handbook<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/parents-family\/\">For Parents\u00a0&amp; Family<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/advisors-coaches\/\">For Advisors &amp; Coaches<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/stories\/\">UWM Study Abroad Stories<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/study-abroad\/contact\/\">Contact<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--testimonial uwm-p-card--gold uwm-p-card--testimonial-outside uwm-u-mb-40\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/600\/2024\/05\/Yazmin-1.png\" alt=\"Student studying abroad in the UK\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" \/><figure class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><blockquote><p>My experience abroad guided me to live in the most authentic and truthful way I can. 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