7041 0 Passport Information Students planning to study abroad in 2025-2026 should apply for a passport, and/or review when their passport expires. As a general rule, most countries require your passport to be valid for 6 months in advance of the departure date back to the US. If your student needs a visa prior to departure, their passport will need to be valid (not in processing!) to be able to apply for the visa in the month leading up to departure. 0 7104 0 International Coffee Hour! The Center for International Education welcomes all students to attend International Coffee Hour on Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30pm in the GSC 2nd floor, Faces of the World Lounge for community, coffee, and conversation. 0