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GOLE Process
Application Deadline
Summer 2025
Open: TBA
Close: TBA
Admission Requirements
All GOLE programs require that the student be in good academic and disciplinary standing and meet any pre-requisite requirements for the specific courses. The student must also submit all necessary applications and supplemental documents prior to acceptance.
Occasionally, APDs will have specific requirements or require a meeting prior to being accepted. If a program does have these specific requirements, they will be stated in the program's online brochure.
Important points about student enrollments:
- The GOLE courses will be offered through the Education Abroad Office
- Students must enroll in two GOLE courses (at least six credit hours)
- The delivery method of these courses will be either online or hybrid.
- The total cost of the program would not exceed the cost for regular on campus classes.
- A $200 non-refundable program fee pre-payment will be required with application
- Each GOLE program includes two mandatory pre-program orientation sessions to provide technical and cultural training.
Application process
1. Do your research
- Find out what courses are available through GOLE you would like to take and how they fit in your degree plan.
- Review the program information on the offerings page.
- Meet with the Academic Program Directors (APD) if necessary, for more information about their programs. Some APDs may require an interview before students are accepted into their programs.
2. Complete online application
- Before you submit your GOLE application, you will need to complete the Academic Advising Form for GOLE programs. This form will need to be signed by your Academic Advisor and the applicant.
- You will see an ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of the brochure page once you select your program. GOLE applications have a non-refundable $200 program pre-payment which must be submitted along with the application.
3. Check your emails frequently
- Once you are accepted, you will receive a notification via your Texas State email that your application status has changed.
Post-acceptance requirements
1. Follow payment schedule
Follow payment schedule for your GOLE program and keep up with payment deadlines. You can find the payment schedule on the online brochure page for your program.
2. Register for specific GOLE courses
The Education Abroad office will send you specific CRN numbers for GOLE courses that you will register for in CatsWeb during the registration period for the semester you plan to participate.
3. Attend mandatory pre-program orientation sessions
Communicate with your APD regarding dates, times and locations.