Here are the criteria that is not listed by order of importance; all are considered as part of a holistic application review.

GPA - minimum of 2.5*. If you have a GPA below 2.5, but are not on academic probation, you can apply and your application will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. *NOTE: The Cork - Ireland program has a minimum GPA requirement of 2.85 to apply.
Quality of Study Abroad Application Essay or Essays and Resume submitted through the CSBSJU-Global Portal.
Quality of Study Abroad Interview (Semester Required, optional for Short-term)
Online recommendations from a faculty member and a non-faculty member (Semester only)
For semester programs, you can apply as early as your second semester on campus or must be at least a sophomore standing at the time of participation. For short-term program, you can apply as early as your first semester on campus.
A student who has been or is currently on disciplinary probation could affect acceptance to a study abroad program. A student on disciplinary probation during study abroad cannot participate on a study abroad program.
Qualified students from CSB+SJU receive preference over students with similar qualifications from other colleges and universities.
Language Pre-Req: HISP 112 for Chile and Spain semester programs; Mexico Embedded program: Language pre-req of HISP 211 or equivalent/instructor approval. If you have some Spanish language background (academic or non-academic), please consult with the program director or CGE program manager to talk about your eligibility.

When a program is filled to capacity, a ranked waiting list of qualified students will be kept filling any cancellations.