Extensions & Withdrawals
Extending Your Stay
If you’re loving the study abroad experience so much that you want to extend your stay for another semester, you should let us know as soon as possible. All usual permissions must be acquired before an extension application request can be made to your host university.
You may also want to try out another program, which may also be possible. You will need to observe the regular deadlines for the upcoming semester and be extremely diligent in responding to emails, as arranging another study abroad program from abroad can sometimes be more challenging than being in the U.S.
Withdrawals
If you decide to withdraw from the period abroad once you have arrived at your host university, you must contact the Office of Undergraduate Academic Affairs for advice. If you withdraw after just a couple of weeks at your host university it may be possible for you to slot back into the regular IIT semester, however if you withdraw later on in your placement then you need to seek advice about your options.
Students must officially notify the Study Abroad Office, in writing or by e-mail, of withdrawal from a program. It is not sufficient to withdraw an application on-line.