Apply for Your Passport!

All students considering study abroad for Winter 2008 must apply for a U.S. Passport, or U.S. Passport renewal, at the earliest possible moment.
 
If you do not have a passport you cannot study abroad.

The U.S. Passport Agency is reporting a massive backlog of passport applications with a current minimum processing time of 12-16 weeks.
 
Students should not expect to receive a passport in fewer than 3 months following the submission of a completed passport application.
 
In addition, many countries require that you have a visa in order to study there. You cannot apply for a visa until you have a passport in hand.
 
In order to ensure a more timely delivery of your passport, you should request Expedited Service when you apply.