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Study Abroad

Events and Activities

Upcoming Study Abroad Events

Below are events that Education Abroad is offering for students, faculty, and the wider Pace community – topics related to study abroad.

Pace Travel Course Mini-Fair
Wednesday, October 15 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Pleasanvtille, next to the dining hall in Kessel Student Center
Pace Travel Courses are taking the spotlight at this mini-fair. With one month left before the early action deadline on November 15 for Spring courses with Summer travel, stop by the table to learn about these short-term study abroad opportunities to Greece, England, Tanzania, Mexico, Scandinavia, and more! Speak with Education Abroad staff, faculty leaders, and student alums of the Travel Course programs.

Popping up in Pleasantville

  • Friday, October 10 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Career Fair in Goldstein Gym
  • Friday, October 10 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. Mortola Library
  • Friday, October 21 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Mortola Library
  • Friday, October 25 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Open House in Goldstein Gym
  • Friday, October 29 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Mortola Library

Education Abroad is traveling around Pleasantville campus this October. We'll see you in UNV 101 and other classes, tabling at the library, Open House, and in-person advising. Email studyabroad@pace.edu to schedule a class visit or one-on-one appointment.

Pre-Departure Workshops for January Intersession & Spring Semester 2026 Study Abroad Students

Welcome & Next Steps
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
15 Beekman Street, Bianco Room (3rd Floor)
Meet other Pace students who have been approved to study abroad during the January Intersession and Spring 2026 terms. After reading new updates in your Terra Dotta application, review the next steps in your study abroad journey. Bring your questions and concerns.

France Student Visa Workshop
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m.
161 William Street, 16th Floor Conference Room
Students studying in France for the Spring 2026 semester must attend this Visa Workshop to learn the specific steps of the French visa application process, which takes up to 12 weeks to complete. Students who are unable to acquire a visa will need to defer their study abroad plans to a future term.

Spain Student Visa Workshop
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
161 William Street, 16th Floor Conference Room
Students studying in Spain for the Spring 2026 semester must attend this Visa Workshop to learn about the visa application process, which is done either as a group through Pace Education Abroad or as an individual. Note: Students opting into the group process must submit all required visa application materials to the Pace Education Abroad office by October 22, 2025. If this deadline is missed, the student must make an individual appointment with the Spanish Consulate to acquire their own student visa. Individual appointments are not guaranteed and are difficult to come by. Students who are unable to acquire a visa will need to defer their study abroad plans to a future term.

Italy Student Visa Workshop
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m.
161 William Street, 16th Floor Conference Room
Students studying in Italy for the Spring 2026 semester must attend this Visa Workshop to learn about the visa application process, which is done either as a group through Pace Education Abroad or as an individual. Note: Students opting into the group process must submit all required visa application materials to the Pace Education Abroad office by October 22, 2025. If this deadline is missed, the student must make an individual appointment with the Italian Consulate to acquire their own student visa. Individual appointments are not guaranteed and are difficult to come by. Students who are unable to acquire a visa will need to defer their study abroad plans to a future term.

Money Management & Housing Abroad
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
15 Beekman Street, Bianco Room (3rd Floor)
Learn how to manage your finances while abroad, including creating a personalized budget, and how to navigate the housing search. This event is open to all students who have been approved to study abroad.

Life Skills with Study Abroad Alumni
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
15 Beekman Street, Bianco Room (3rd Floor)
Meet Pace students who have already studied abroad in various countries – to learn firsthand about their experiences with culture shock, travel tips, and making friends. This event is open to all students.

MANDATORY Pre-Departure Orientation for January Intersession Abroad Students
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m., 161 William Street, 16th Floor Conference Room
All students studying abroad during the January Intersession 2026 term must attend this pre-departure orientation sessions listed above, which covers important academic, housing, travel, health and safety information. Those who do not attend will no longer be approved to study abroad.

MANDATORY Pre-Departure Orientation for Spring Semester Abroad Students

Monday, November 10, 2025, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
15 Beekman Street, Bianco Room (3rd Floor)

OR

Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Zoom
All students studying abroad during the Spring 2026 semester must attend one of the pre-departure orientation sessions listed above, which covers important academic, housing, travel, health and safety information. Those who do not attend will no longer be approved to study abroad.

Ongoing Events

  • “Abroad 101” info session (learn the basics about Study Abroad at Pace):
  • "Abroad 102" info sessions (learn how to complete Course Equivalencies):
  • Pace Travel Courses info sessions
    • Wednesdays virtually at 12:00 p.m.
  • Follow Pace Education Abroad on Instagram to learn about upcoming events and student testimonies.
  • UNV 101 sessions: Pace Education Abroad presents regularly at UNV 101 sessions. Instructors, please reach out to us if you’d like us to come and speak about studying abroad!

Study Abroad Info Sessions Past Events (PDF)