Get Academic Reference Form - Undergraduate Study Abroad

Completing the Academic Reference Form for the Undergraduate Study Abroad program is a crucial step in your application process. This guide provides clear and detailed instructions to help applicants and their references navigate the form efficiently and effectively.

Follow the steps to successfully complete the Academic Reference Form online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Academic Reference Form and open it in the editor.
2. In the top section, the applicant must complete their personal information including name (first, middle, last, and nickname), program choice, current address, telephone number, and email.
3. The applicant should specify their intended semester (Fall, Spring, or Summer) alongside the corresponding year.
4. The applicant needs to indicate whether they waive their right to access the recommendation by checking the appropriate box and signing the form.
5. The reference section should be completed by a professor or academic advisor who must detail their relationship to the applicant, including how long and in what capacity they have known the student.
6. The reference is required to evaluate the applicant's characteristics by rating them as excellent, good, average, poor, or unknown across various skills such as writing ability and initiative.
7. The reference should explain their perspective on the student’s suitability for studying abroad, including strengths, weaknesses, and motivation.
8. Finally, the reference must sign and date the form before returning it to the applicant in a sealed envelope or sending it directly to SIT Study Abroad.

Encourage your references to complete the Academic Reference Form online to support your study abroad application.