Study Abroad for Recommenders

Study Abroad Recommendations

The Center for Global Programs & Services requires recommendations for students applying to UD study abroad programs. Recommendations are especially important when reviewing applicants for more competitive Winter Session programs. CGPS appreciates thoughtful, thorough and accurate evaluations of the students being recommended.

What is the process for recommending a student?

Students should request a recommendation from their professor well in advance of the application deadline for their intended study abroad program. Once he or she has submitted a study abroad application, the student should go to their application in our TDS database. Under the ‘Requirements’ tab find the ‘Recommender’ section. Select the ‘Plus button’ and then select ‘Request Academic Recommendation’. Search the faculty by name or email in Directory Lookup. Choose the faculty, select ‘yes’ when asked to waive your right to read or obtain copies of the recommendation. Select ‘Send Request’. Students should also check the program’s brochure to see if they need one or two recommendations.

When are recommendations due?

Recommenders should submit an online recommendation form after the student has completed his or her study abroad program application and no later than the program application deadline.

Who should recommend a student?

Students should request a recommendation from a professor who is familiar with their academic work. For students applying to a Foreign Language program, a language professor or DLLC graduate teaching assistant should provide a recommendation. Additional recommendations may come from a coach or supervisor but should not replace an academic source.

How many recommendations are required?

A single recommendation is required each term in which a student applies. For example, if a student applies to two Winter Session programs, the same recommendation may be used for both programs. Applications for different terms, however, will require separate recommendations. Please note that some programs require two recommendations.