Study Abroad

Take your Eagle adventure Internationally!

Study Abroad is an opportunity to take an intellectual and cultural adventure. This journey will change the way you see the world, other people, and yourself. Through scholarships, this journey is made possible. You will be given the opportunity to get a richer understanding of your program of study and the classes you take abroad will count towards your graduation requirements.

Contact studyabroad@galen.edu.bz for more information

Study Abroad Support Services Encompass:

  • Airport and transportation pick-up to designated housing or dorm, in Belize or abroad
  • Immigration advising
  • International Student Orientation
  • Mentoring
  • Participation in events, trips, and tours
  • Safety and secure living/board
  • Tutoring

Click the following button to access the application form:

Study Abroad Application Form

Admissions Package 

To apply to Galen University for a semester abroad, prospective international students are required to:

  • Fill out the Galen University application form
  • For students applying to the Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program – pay your Trent tuition 
  • Other students need to pay the tuition and fee in USD

Application Package for International Semester Abroad Student:

  1. Copy of an Official Transcript 
  2. Copy of Passport  
  3. $ 60 USD application Fee
  4. 2 recent passport photographs  – 2″ x 2″ dimension
  5. An Academic reference – 1 letter of recommendation from a faculty member, academic advisor, dean of your program

Immigration Information


For semester abroad, Galen University will apply for the student visa on the students behalf. The fees are: $ 200 BZD, approximately $68 CAD. The requirements are as follows:

  1. Letter from the institution of study (to be provided by Galen University)
  2. Letter of Financial Support (to be provided by Galen University)
  3. 2 recent passport photographs  – 2″x2″ dimension 
  4. Birth Certificate
  5. Letter of Authority (this is only required if you are below the age of 18)
  6. Passport (Please ensure that you have at least 6 months validity on your passport before traveling – as required by the US State department for international travel. Your passport will be submitted to the Belize Immigration Department and a student visa sticker will be placed in your passport.)
  7. Proof of Belizean Identity or Sponsor’s Immigration Status (Galen University will act as your sponsor for your semester abroad.)
  8. Recent Bank Statement (to demonstrate your ability to cover the cost of living in Belize. If financial support has been provided, please provide a copy of relevant documentation.)
  9. 1 year return ticket (a copy of your return ticket is sufficient)

Accommodations

Safe and comfortable accommodations within the twin towns of San Ignacio and Santa Elena. San Ignacio and Santa Elena are 15 minutes from Galen Campus.

Transportation 

  • Airport pick-up and drop off by Galen University and transfer to San Ignacio and Santa Elena Towns
  • Day-to-day transportation – public transit

Campus Life

Galen University has a small but robust campus life. You can learn more about the student support services available to you here: https://www.galen.edu.bz/student-life/

While visiting Galen University, you can join our student clubs or organizations and connect with like-minded young professionals across Belize. Here are some of our student organizations and their social media accounts:

  • Student Government Association
  • Anthropology Club
  • Environmental Science Club
  • Gender and Sexuality Alliance Club
  • Criminal Justice Club