Study Abroad Advising

Study Abroad Advising Support

It is required to watch the Study Abroad Information Meeting video and explore the Find Your Program page before you speak with an advisor.  

Once you know your academic goal and have explored the Study Abroad Database, please speak with a study abroad advisor if you still have questions.  

It is not required to speak with any advisor to apply to study abroad, but we are here to support you whether you are choosing a program or completing your application. 

Please note that the SF State Abroad Office will be closed/remote on the following dates:

  • [NO ADVISING] Wednesday, November 11, 2026
  • [NO ADVISING] Thursday, November 26, 2026
  • [NO ADVISING] Friday, November 27, 2026

Email

Feel free to email questions to studyabroad@sfsu.edu.   

In Person Drop-In Advising  

  • Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.  
  • No appointment is needed. We are able to speak with everyone unless you come during the last 10 minutes of advising.   

Location: Building C of the Village. Enter using the double doors. Once inside, turn left to go to the front desk area to check in.   

Zoom Appointments  

  • Very limited due to staffing shortage. If you are able to come in person, please do.  
  • Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.  
  • Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.  

Schedule through SFSU Navigator – the university's advising system for all academic advising appointments. 

Connect with Other Students

There are many ways to connect with SFSU students who have studied abroad and with international students currently on campus. 

The best preparation for study abroad is to speak with international students from that country and study abroad alumni!   

Stop by in-person at the Study Abroad Table in the center of campus in front of the Student Center on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to speak with international students from countries where you can study abroad!  

Mondays:  

  • 11 a.m. - the United Kingdom, South Korea, and France 
  • Noon - France, Germany, and the United Kingdom
  • 1 p.m - France, Italy, and Japan 

Tuesdays:  

  • 11 a.m. - South Korea, France, and Japan
  • Noon - South Korea, the United Kingdom, France, and Japan
  • 1 p.m. - France, Japan and the United Kingdom

Wednesdays:  

  • 11 a.m. - South Korea and France
  • Noon - the United Kingdom, Italy, Japan, and China
  • 1 p.m. -  South Korea and the United Kingdom

Thursdays:  

  • 11 a.m. - Denmark, the United Kingdom, Japan and France
  • Noon - N/A
  • 1 p.m. - N/A

Join an International Education Exchange Council (EEC) Language Exchange during the fall or spring semester to meet international students and practice another language. Follow @sfsuieec for updates. 

Whether you will be taking classes in English or another language, this is a great way to learn the language as well as meet students from that country. You can ask them language and non-language questions about where they are from.   

Language exchanges are both in-person and virtual depending upon the group and language.   

Check out the Facebook page links below for more details.  

IEEC Office:  

Learn more about IEEC and find even more international students in the IEEC office located on the top floor of the Student Center in room T-125.  

 Every fall and spring, SFSU students have the opportunity to learn about study abroad programs in over 36 countries across 6 continents—all right in the heart of campus at the Malcolm X Plaza.  

At the IEEC Study Abroad Fair, you can:  

  • Meet study abroad alumni and hear about their experiences  
  • Connect with international students from around the world  
  • Explore country tables and discover program options  
  • Learn how to get started with your own study abroad journey     

It is never too early to begin. Check out the Study Abroad Database to see all available program options and start your application.  

Follow @sfstateabroad and check out the Tuesday Takeovers to hear directly from SFSU students currently abroad. You can message them and ask about their experience! 

Reach Out

Meet the dedicated team supporting students through every step of the study abroad process—from initial exploration to returning home.

Janelle Waldrep, Ed.D.

Lead Study Abroad Officer, IP Coordinator, Gilman Scholarship Advisor Janelle advises on all programs, manages partnerships and oversees student advising and scholarships.

Mark Belocura, M.B.A.

Study Abroad Coordinator, Gilman Scholarship Advisor; Mark guides students through all stages of the process and serves as a liaison for Metro, EOPP and Project Connect.