School of Record
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU), through the Office of International Education and Development, is proud to serve as a School of Record for The Intern Group, a global provider of international internship opportunities.
FAMU as a School of Record
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the following degree types: Baccalaureates, Masters, Specialist, and Doctorate degrees. Located in Tallahassee, Orlando, and Crestview, Florida, FAMU holds the Carnegie Classification of R2, High Research activity institution. It is among the top 100 public universities in the nation. For more information about FAMU see our website.
FAMU recognizes the importance in higher education for institutions to ensure high academic standards in international education and global learning, and recognizes that Schools of Record play a key role in ensuring that students have an academically rich educational experience abroad and receive appropriate credit for the academic work completed abroad. In accordance with the Forum on Education Abroad’s Guidance on School of Record Relationships for Global Learning, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University proudly serves as the accredited institution documenting and awarding U.S. credits for courses in partnership with The Intern Group, and Abroadia.
FAMU’s School of Record Process
FAMU conducts regular site visits to its partner institutions to ensure academic and programmatic integrity and quality. A member of the FAMU community also sits on the advisory boards of each of its School of Record partners.
FAMU faculty from relevant departments evaluate each syllabus from our partner institutions to determine the FAMU course equivalency. In addition, the curricula vitae and copies of transcripts or diplomas of our partner institutions’ faculty are reviewed and approved by departmental chairs and college deans to ensure that they are qualified to teach in the academic discipline and/or area of specialization.
FAMU considers partner institutions’ courses to be, in every respect, the equivalent of a FAMU course. The FAMU course title, course number, number of credits and grade are included on the transcript.
Students who require duplicate official transcripts from a previous study abroad experience through The Intern Group, or Abroadia should contact the Office of International Education and Development for assistance. Standard transcript fees are assessed. Information on obtaining additional transcripts can be found here.
Current School of Record Partners
FAMU faculty evaluate each course from The Intern Group to determine the appropriate FAMU equivalent. Each course equivalency must be approved by the FAMU chair of the department and dean of the respective college. The curricula vitae and copies of transcripts or diplomas of The Intern Group faculty are reviewed and approved by departmental chairs and college deans for qualification to teach in their academic discipline and/or area of specialization.
FAMU considers these The Intern Group courses to be, in every respect, the equivalent of a FAMU course. Students are able to obtain additional official FAMU transcripts through the The Office of the Registrar.
In building this School of Record agreement, all levels of the university were consulted and asked to approve the relationship, including but not limited to the Office of the Provost, Office of the Registrar, and the FAMU Curriculum Committee in addition to the individual colleges and departments throughout the university. FAMU also sent official notification to SACSCOC regarding the SoR relationship between FAMU and The Intern Group. In developing the School of Record relationship, FAMU and The Intern Group have closely consulted and followed the Guidelines for School of Record Relationships developed by the Forum on Global Learning with input from the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Offices.
FAMU has had a long-standing relationship with The Intern Group. Under the SoR agreement, every year, a delegation consisting of FAMU administrative and teaching staff conduct a site visit to one of The Intern Group’s site, conversely The Intern Group staff visit FAMU on a regular basis. The School of Record relationship between FAMU and The Intern Group was established in 2016.
The Intern Group was founded in 2011 and is a global provider of international and remote internship programs. With over 15,000 alumni and partnerships with 3,000 host organizations ranging from startups and SMBs to multinational corporations, NGOs and government organizations, The Intern Group offers full-time professional internshipsacross 20 career fields in destinations including London, New York, Madrid, Tokyo, Bangkok, Dublin, Melbourne, and Medellín. Programs combine tailored internships (typically 4-24 weeks) with cultural immersion and professional development workshops enabling students and recent graduates to develop practical skills, build global networks and strengthen their employability.
FAMU faculty evaluate each course from Abroadia to determine the appropriate FAMU equivalent. Each course equivalency must be approved by the FAMU chair of the department and dean of the respective college. The curricula vitae and copies of transcripts or diplomas of Abroadia faculty are reviewed and approved by departmental chairs and college deans for qualification to teach in their academic discipline and/or area of specialization.
FAMU considers these Abroadia courses to be, in every respect, the equivalent of a FAMU course. Students are able to obtain additional official FAMU transcripts through the The Office of the Registrar.
In building this School of Record agreement, all levels of the university were consulted and asked to approve the relationship, including but not limited to the Office of the Provost, Office of the Registrar, and the FAMU Curriculum Committee in addition to the individual colleges and departments throughout the university. FAMU also sent official notification to SACSCOC regarding the SoR relationship between FAMU and Abroadia.
In developing the School of Record relationship, FAMU and Abroadia have closely consulted and followed the Guidelines for School of Record Relationships developed by the Forum on Global Learning with input from the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Offices.
FAMU has had a long-standing relationship with Abroadia. Under the SoR agreement, every year, a delegation consisting of FAMU administrative and teaching staff conduct a site visit to one of Abroadia’s sites, conversely Abroadia staff visit FAMU on a regular basis. The School of Record relationship between FAMU and Abroadia was established in 2022.
Based in the Finger Lakes region of New York State, Abroadia focuses on developing and running short-term and semester-length programs to Spanish-speaking countries. Through its collaboration with FAMU, Abroadia works to organize programs that complement the university’s academic offerings and include the participation of students who may not speak Spanish. To learn more about Abroadia visit: https://www.abroadia.com
Benefits for Students
Through this collaboration, students may gain:
- Academic credit for approved internship experiences
- Access to global employers and professional networks
- Career readiness and workplace skills
- Intercultural and global competency development
- Flexible internship options, including remote international internships
FAMU’s Role
FAMU supports the academic integrity of the internship experience by assisting with credit-bearing processes, institutional coordination, and academic oversight. This role reflects FAMU’s commitment to expanding access to high-impact global learning opportunities for students.
Expanding Global Opportunities
This partnership aligns with FAMU’s mission to prepare students for leadership in an increasingly interconnected world. By serving as a School of Record for these partners, FAMU helps broaden access to international internships and supports students in integrating global professional experiences into their academic journey.
Contact
For more information, please contact:
Office of International Education and Development
Florida A&M University
Email: oied@famu.edu
Phone: 850-599-3295