Starting the study abroad application process gives TnCIS and ChattState's office of Multicultural & International Student Services permission to review your academic and disciplinary records.

Step 1

Once you have decided to study abroad, meet with your academic advisor to make the best decision as to which class(es) are in line with your previous and future academic goals.
 

Step 2​

Create your TnCIS portal account, click here, be sure to include Chattanooga State on the “institution line” even though the form indicates that the institution name is optional. If you already have an account login, start here.

Step 3: Complete the TnCIS application process.

• Complete the TnCIS online application
• Pay the nonrefundable $100 application fee
• Send your official transcript to TnCIS by the ChattState registrar or through the National Student Clearinghouse or Parchment
• Ensure online recommendation forms are completed by two faculty members (you will manage this through your TnCIS portal)

Step 4: Submit your transcript request through the National Student Clearinghouse:

Click here to place your order for a transcript through the National Student Clearinghouse. (It may take up to 48 hours for TnCIS to receive an electronic transcript)

1. Visit the following link: https://tsorder.studentclearinghouse.org/school/select
2. Select your current school “Chattanooga State Community College.
3. Select the option “Order Transcript”
4. Enter your student information
5. Enter your mailing address information
6. Select where or who you will be sending the transcript to
   1. Select ‘College/University’
   2. USA
   3. TN
   4. Select 'Pellissippi'
   5. Select department ‘Study Abroad’
       
7. Select process details ‘As Is-Current Transcript’
8. Confirm that you accept the terms and conditions
9. Submit the Request
10. To track status of transcript, click check status.

The following image reflects step 6:

Step 5: Click here to submit your Study Abroad Application Fee Form

• Spring application deadline:  Friday, November 1, 2024
• Summer application deadline:  Friday, January 31, 2025

Notes:

• It may take up to 48 hours for TnCIS to receive an electronic transcript
• It is strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible.
• If you decide not to participate in study abroad after applying, you must notify TnCIS and ChattState’s Office of Multicultural & International Student Services.

• Must be in good standing with academic and disciplinary matters
• GPA of 2.0 or better in all college-level coursework
• Must be degree-seeking
• Successfully complete at least 12 college-level credit hours by the end of spring 2024 (Learning Support courses are not college-level courses and cannot satisfy this requirement)
• Be at least 18 years of age by the start of the program.

Passport

Individuals wishing to study abroad will need a valid, unexpired passport. Your emergency contact must also have a valid, unexpired passport in the event that you would need him/her in an emergency situation while you are abroad. Passport information can be found at Travel.State.Gov and TnCIS Passport Information.

Visa

Individuals with a current visa status (F-1, M-1, etc.) will need to determine whether a tourist visa is required for entry into the country where they plan to study. This information can typically be found on the web page of the country’s embassy/consulate.

For additional information, please refer to the Non-US Citizens section of the TnCIS website.

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students, undocumented students, and temporary protected status students should consult with an immigration attorney before considering a study abroad program.

Electronic Travel Authorization

Starting in 2024, the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) will require travelers from once  visa-exempt countries, including United States citizens, to apply for a visa to visit much of Europe.