School of Record

91°µÍø (91°µÍø), 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.

 

91°µÍø as a School of Record

91°µÍø (91°µÍø) 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, 91°µÍø 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 91°µÍø see our website.

91°µÍø 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 , 91°µÍø proudly serves as the accredited institution documenting and awarding U.S. credits for courses in partnership with The Intern Group, and Abroadia. 

91°µÍøâ€™s School of Record Process

91°µÍø conducts regular site visits to its partner institutions to ensure academic and programmatic integrity and quality.  A member of the 91°µÍø community also sits on the advisory boards of each of its School of Record partners.

91°µÍø faculty from relevant departments evaluate each syllabus from our partner institutions to determine the 91°µÍø 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. 

91°µÍø considers partner institutions’ courses to be, in every respect, the equivalent of a 91°µÍø course. The 91°µÍø 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

91°µÍø faculty evaluate each course from The Intern Group to determine the appropriate 91°µÍø equivalent. Each course equivalency must be approved by the 91°µÍø 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. 

91°µÍø considers these The Intern Group courses to be, in every respect, the equivalent of a 91°µÍø course.  Students are able to obtain additional official 91°µÍø 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 91°µÍø Curriculum Committee in addition to the individual colleges and departments throughout the university. 91°µÍø also sent official notification to SACSCOC regarding the SoR relationship between 91°µÍø and The Intern Group. In developing the School of Record relationship, 91°µÍø 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.

91°µÍø has had a long-standing relationship with The Intern Group.  Under the SoR agreement, every year, a delegation consisting of 91°µÍø administrative and teaching staff conduct a site visit to one of The Intern Group’s site, conversely The Intern Group staff visit 91°µÍø on a regular basis. The 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.

91°µÍø faculty evaluate each course from Abroadia to determine the appropriate 91°µÍø equivalent. Each course equivalency must be approved by the 91°µÍø 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. 

91°µÍø considers these Abroadia courses to be, in every respect, the equivalent of a 91°µÍø course.  Students are able to obtain additional official 91°µÍø 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 91°µÍø Curriculum Committee in addition to the individual colleges and departments throughout the university. 91°µÍø also sent official notification to SACSCOC regarding the SoR relationship between 91°µÍø and Abroadia.

In developing the School of Record relationship, 91°µÍø 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.

91°µÍø has had a long-standing relationship with Abroadia.  Under the SoR agreement, every year, a delegation consisting of 91°µÍø administrative and teaching staff conduct a site visit to one of Abroadia’s sites, conversely Abroadia staff visit 91°µÍø on a regular basis. The School of Record relationship between 91°µÍø 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 91°µÍø, 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:

91°µÍø faculty have closely evaluated the global internship course from Authentica to determine the appropriate 91°µÍø equivalent. This course equivalency has been approved by the 91°µÍø chair of the department and dean of the respective college. The curricula vitae and copies of transcripts or diplomas of Authentica faculty are reviewed and approved by departmental chairs and college deans for qualification to teach in their academic discipline and/or area of specialization.

91°µÍø considers these Authentica courses to be, in every respect, the equivalent of a 91°µÍø course. Students are able to obtain additional official 91°µÍø transcripts through the 

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 91°µÍø Curriculum Committee in addition to the individual colleges and departments throughout the university. 91°µÍø also sent official notification to SACSCOC regarding the SOR relationship between 91°µÍø and Authentica.

In developing the School of Record relationship, 91°µÍø and Authentica 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.

91°µÍø has had a long-standing relationship with Authentica. Under the SoR agreement, every year, a delegation consisting of 91°µÍø administrative and teaching staff conduct a site visit to one of Authentica's sites, and conversely Authentica staff visit 91°µÍø on a regular basis. The School of Record relationship between 91°µÍø and Authentica was established in 2024.
 
Founded in 2013, Authentica is an academic and experiential program provider that curates global study abroad programs for universities and colleges in the US, Canada, and Australia  Authentica's SOR relationship with 91°µÍø provides 3-12 variable credits to be earned for team-based and individual international internship programs in various locations, including India, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Australia, South Africa, Germany and Italy. These placements span various disciplines, including business, engineering, healthcare, education, arts, humanities and social sciences. These in-person internships advance sustainability and global citizenship, with a virtual option for students who work online with host organizations from their home countries. Through its collaboration with 91°µÍø, Authentica organizes programs that complement the university's academic offerings and are open to undergraduate students across all fields of study. To learn more about Authentica visit:
 

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

91°µÍøâ€™s Role

91°µÍø supports the academic integrity of the internship experience by assisting with credit-bearing processes, institutional coordination, and academic oversight. This role reflects 91°µÍøâ€™s commitment to expanding access to high-impact global learning opportunities for students.

Expanding Global Opportunities

This partnership aligns with 91°µÍøâ€™s mission to prepare students for leadership in an increasingly interconnected world. By serving as a School of Record for these partners, 91°µÍø 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