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Nomination

All students must be officially nominated by their home institution. The nomination process will be emailed directly to exchange partners. Ìý
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Proof of English Fluency:Ìý

ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å will accept a nomination by a partner institution as proof that the student fulfills the English language requirements and possesses the academic preparation to perform well in major-related coursework. However, students from institutions where English is not the primary language of instruction will need to present a letter from the institution proving fluency in English.Ìý Ìý
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Nomination deadlines:

Fall: March 1Ìý

Spring: Oct. 1Ìý Ìý
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Application Requirements and DeadlinesÌý
All nominated students must complete all application components by the stated deadlines.
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TheÌýÌýfirst stepÌýin initiating the admission process will be to submit your exchange application through ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å website. The application link is provided directly to nominated students. Ìý
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The second stepÌýrequires the submission of a personal statement, passport photo page and letters of financial support to generate your required immigration documentation. Detailed instructions will be sent directly to nominated students.Ìý
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Application deadlines:

Fall: March 15Ìý

Spring: Oct. 15Ìý Ìý
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Academic CalendarÌýÌý

Course Catalog

Exchange students may select courses from any discipline, but must possess knowledge of the subject matter of the course. Undergraduate students are allowed to take graduate-level courses. The home institution is responsible for ensuring that students have met the necessary prerequisites for the selected courses. Ìý

Course Registration

Students will be required to submit a pre-registration form and learning agreement both signed by their home institution. Deadlines to submit the pre-registration form areÌýMarch 15Ìýfor the fall semester andÌýOct. 30Ìýfor the spring semester. Delays in submitting this form will lessen the chances of being registered in your first choice of classes, as course registration takes place on April 1 and Nov. 1.ÌýÌý
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HousingÌýÌý

On-campus housing is not guaranteed; however, undergraduate students who apply by the stated deadlines below have a very high chance of securing accommodation on campus. Instructions on applying for housing will be provided directly to nominated undergraduate students.Ìý
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Housing on campus is double occupancy and includes the following: bed, dresser, desk, bathroom sink, toilet and shower. Linens and toiletries are not provided.ÌýÌý
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Housing Application Deadlines

Fall semester:ÌýMay 1

Spring semester:ÌýOct. 1

Graduate students must seek off-campus accommodation. It is the graduate student’s responsibility to search for appropriate off-campus accommodation. Housing ranges from $1,300-1,600 per month ($3,900-$4,800 per semester). Below are resources to assist in your search.Ìý
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Off-campus Housing

Fees:

You do not have to pay a tuition fee at ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å, but you will continue to pay tuition fees to your home university. Exchange students are responsible for paying the following fees to ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å :

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Undergraduate Exchange Students:

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Student Service Fee: – $560

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Student Government Fee: – $96

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Student Health Fee: – $500

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Orientation Fee: – $85 (One time fee)

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Graduate Exchange Students:

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Student Service Fee: – $50

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Student Health Fee: – $500

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Student Health Insurance

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Students are required to purchase insurance through ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å. If you are a registered international student with a J-1 visa, you are automatically enrolled in the United Healthcare Student Insurance program. Please visit Student Health Insurance for more information. The per semester cost is $500. Students will have access to the Dickey Health and Wellness Center on campus.

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Immunizations

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Exchange students are required to complete the immunization verification process which is handled through Med + Proctor. Instructions available here:Ìý/campus-life/student-services/dickey-health-and-wellness-center/student-immunization-requirements
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The deadline to submit your immunization requirements is below:Ìý

Fall Semester - July 1Ìý

Spring Semester - Dec. 1Ìý

Visa RequirementsÌýÌý

All students will be required toÌýobtain a J-1 visa; ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å will serve as your sponsor. The costs associated with the visa are $220. You can pay your 1-901 SEVIS fee atÌýfmjfee.com. Save the receipt because you must present it to apply for your visa. Ìý

Orientation
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All new J-1 international exchange students who are inside the U.S. must attend the International Exchange Student Orientation. Graduate students in the Sykes College of Business must also attend the graduate orientation. See below for the dates of the orientation.Ìý
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At orientation, we will provide information to J-1 visa students on their important immigration rights and responsibilities of maintaining J-1 status, as well as other important information to help with student adjustment to life at ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å and the U.S.Ìý

Fall 2024:

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General orientation for all exchange students:Ìý
Wednesday Aug.21, 2024Ìý
9:30 a.m. -2 p.m. (Vaughn Center, 219)Ìý
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College of Business Graduate Student Orientation:Ìý
Thursday, Aug.22, 2024Ìý
2:30-5 p.m. (location TBD)Ìý

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International Student Welcome Celebration

Spartan Card

The University issues a photo identification card, also known as theÌýSpartan Card, to all registered students, faculty and staff. The card is your primary proof of identification on campus and provides you with access to your residence hall, parking garages, meal plan, post office, library services, select classrooms, fitness center and campus events.ÌýÌý

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Florida Climate

When selecting ÂÌÅ«Ì컨°å as your host institution, please keep in mind that Florida temperatures can range from mid-70s to mid-90s Fahrenheit several months out of the year.Ìý

Advising Appointments

An international advisor is available to answer general or specific questions during advising hours, which are currently offered virtually and on-campus by appointment only. 24-hour notice is required for all appointments. All J-1 students must schedule with Autumn Brucato as indicated in the appointment scheduler. To schedule your appointment please click on the link below:Ìý

Farewell LunchÌý
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Each semester all international exchange students are invited to lunch off-campus with the International Programs Office staff. This event is a great opportunity to share the highlights of your experience and provide suggestions we can consider for future exchange students!Ìý

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Fall 2024:Ìý
Thursday, Dec. 5Ìý (Time and location TBD)Ìý
Grand Center, 103Ìý

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Transcripts

Students must order transcripts which will be issued within five weeks of the conclusion of the semester.Ìý