" Hawaii is amazing! it is everything I wanted it to be and more!! I have roommates from all over the country and getting to see this beautiful place is worth being away from home! "
~ Rachel Chiechi, NSE, University of Hawaii at Manoa
Location
With the National Student Exchange, students have the opportunity to study at over 175 colleges and universities in the United States, Canada, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and even Guam! NSE is an excellent option for students wishing to live in another area, experience a different kind of university environment, take specialized classes, investigate graduate schools and of course, experience the vast cultural diversity that the United States and Canada have to offer.
University Profile: National Student Exchange
Overviews of each participating school can be found at www.nse.org and in the NSE Directory (available in the International Center). If you're interested in a specific NSE school, please contact the NSE coordinator at CWU first before contacting the host school.
"Thank you so much for the opportunity to go to Hawaii. It was worth more than anything."
~ Monika Lemmon, studied glassblowing at University of Hawaii-Manoa
Housing
Housing costs and arrangements vary widely by school. Please check the NSE Directory for details.
Eligibility
- Minimum GPA: 2.5
- Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
- Language Requirement: Proficiency
- Other Info: Note: A limited number of placements may be available at schools that still have openings after the annual placement conference in March. Please inquire mid-March if interested. The deadline for a late placement application is May 1.
- Good academic standing
- No current disciplinary record
- An interview may be required
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Academic Departments
| Accounting | Administration | Advertising | African Studies |
| Agricultural Studies | American Studies | Anthropology | Apparel/Textile Design |
| Arabic Language | Archeology | Architecture | Art (Studio) |
| Art/Art History | Asian Studies | Biology | Botany |
| Business/Admin. | Chemistry | Chinese | Classical Studies |
| Communications | Computer Science | Construction Mgmt. | Consumer Studies |
| Criminal Justice | Cultural Studies | Dance | Design |
| Earth Science | Earth Sciences | Ecology | Economics |
| Education | Electronics | Engineering | English |
| Environmental Studies | ESL/TESOL | European Studies | Family Studies |
| Fashion Merchandising | Film Studies | Finance | Flight Technology |
| French Language | Genetics | Geography | Geology |
| German Language | Graphic Design | Greek Language | Health Sciences/Ed. |
| History | Hospitality/Tourism Mgmt. | Human Resources | Humanities |
| Industrial/Engr. Tech. | Information Tech. | International Business | International Studies |
| Italian Language | Japanese Language | Journalism | Latin American Studies |
| Law/Pre-law | Library Science | Life Science | Linguistics |
| Literature | Management | Marine Biology | Marketing |
| Mathematics | Mech. Engr. | Media Studies | Medical Technology |
| Molecular Biology | Museology | Music | Natural Science |
| Nursing/Pre-nursing | Nutrition | Paramedics | Performing Arts |
| Philosophy | Photography | Physics | Political Science |
| Portuguese Language | Psychology | Public Relations | Radio Broadcasting |
| Religion | Resource Mgmt. | Russian Language | Social Science |
| Social Services | Sociology | Spanish Language | Sports Sci./Phys. Ed. |
| Theatre Arts/Studies | Veterinary/Pre-Vet Science | Women's Studies | Zoology |
Among the 175 NSE schools is a full range of departments, many of which offer different subjects than can be found at CWU. For example, CWU students have studied glassmaking, children's theater, music production and urban sociology while on exchange. Use the "Majors" search on www.nse.org to see what departments are available at which schools, and what new subjects are available to try.
Classes Offered
Nearly all majors and areas of study are available through the National Student Exchange. However, not all classes are available at all sites, so please consult www.nse.org, the NSE Directory or the individual university's webpage for more information. Please note also that some departments are closed to NSE students at certain universities. Check the "Limitations" and "Closed Programs" sections of each university in the NSE Directory.
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Program dates vary depending on the location chosen. Programs at both quarter and semester schools are available. Please consult the www.nse.org, the NSE Directory (available from the International Center) or the individual university's webpage for current program dates.
All applications for the 2008-2009 academic year are due in February. Placements for the following academic year for fall, winter and spring) are made at the annual National Student Exchange conference, held mid-March of the previous academic year. (For example, students wanting to participate during fall, winter or spring of the 2005-2006 academic year must apply during the spring of 2005.)
Note: A limited number of post-conference placements may be available at schools that still have openings after the conference.
Program Dates & Application Deadlines
- Fall Semester: (August/September 2008 - December 2008)
- Application Deadline: February 15, 2008
- Spring Semester: (January 2009 - May/June 2009 (dates vary))
- Application Deadline: February 15, 2008
- Fall Quarter: (September 2008 - December 2008)
- Application Deadline: February 15, 2008
- Winter Quarter: (January 2009 - March 2009)
- Application Deadline: February 15, 2008
- Spring Quarter: (March 2009 - June 2009)
- Application Deadline: February 15, 2008
Program Costs
Program Fees:
- The program fee for the NSE program in various locations, United States is variable depending on location
Program fees include:
Sample Program Budget
| Description | Plan B per quarter (tuition & fees only; living costs vary by site)
2008-2009 | Plan B academic year (tuition and fees only; living costs vary by site)
2008-2009 | Sample budget: fall semester 2007 on campus, University of Texas - El Paso on Plan B | Sample budget: spring semester (two quarters!) 2008 on campus at Johnson State College in Vermont, Plan B | Sample budget: fall semester 2007 on campus at University of Massachusetts on Plan A | Sample budget: fall semester 2007 off campus at University of Hawaii at Manoa on Plan A |
| Program Fee | $1650 | $4750 | $1650 | $3300 | $4960 | $2695 |
| Application Fee | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| Concurrent Enrollment Fee | $200 | $600 | $200 | $400 | $200 | $200 |
| Additional Sponsor Fee | $95 | $95 | $95 | $95 | $95 | $95 |
| Room and/or Board | N/A | N/A | $2200 | $3600 | $3740 | $6065 |
| Books | N/A | N/A | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 |
| Local Transportation | N/A | N/A | $150 | $150 | $150 | $180 |
| Airfare | N/A | N/A | $450 | $500 | $400 | $600 |
| Miscellaneous | N/A | N/A | $800 | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Total | $1995 | $5495 | $6095 | $9395 | $10895 | $11185 |
See our What Does It Cost page for more information on fees & deposits you may be responsible for.
Financial Aid
Most forms of financial aid and scholarships apply to the cost of study abroad programs. Students should consult with a financial aid counselor at their home campus for specific information about awards and eligibility. You can also visit our What Does it Cost web page.
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Before you begin your application, we highly recommend that you see a study abroad advisor to ensure that you have all the information you need about program logistics and eligibility. CWU students can call 963-3622 or drop by the International Center, Room 101 (across from L&L), to schedule an appointment.
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