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Sunday, April 4, 2010

Application Procces-Direct Exchange

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Spring Semester

Live in the exciting city of London as you study the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (GE)

Sponsored by CSULB and the American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS).

  • Open to sophomores with 30 units previous study through seniors 2.6 GPA minimum.
  • Earn at least 12 CSU academic units.
  • Internship opportunity (for credit only - unpaid).
  • Courses taught in London by one CSU professor (CSU Fullerton) and adjunct British faculty.
  • Humanities (English and History) and Social Sciences classes usually offered, other fields of study and General Education vary each semester.
  • PROGRAM COST - approximately $8995.00 ($8195 for homestay option), includes AIFS program fees, housing, and field trips. This figure does not include CSULB tuition and airfare.
  • CSU Financial Aid applies, two $500.00 scholarships available.
  • Application deadline - Monday, October 25
  • Click here to download flyer for spring 2010


California State University, Long Beach

Direct Exchange Program

Application Checklist

 

1.             Application Checklist:

 

¨  Direct Exchange Application  (completely filled out, signed & dated)

¨  Personal Statement Essay – one page maximum

¨  Official CSULB Transcripts

¨  Official or copies of community college transcripts (Transfer students)

¨  2 Faculty Recommendations (one should be from your major or minor)

¨  1 Foreign Language Recommendation Form, if required.

¨  Photocopy of the information page of your passport (with passport # and expiration)

¨  Complete Direct Exchange Course Equivalency Form

¨ If needed, sign up for an interview day & time (Impacted sites only)

 

2.             Post-Acceptance Checklist:

 

¨  Return Exchange University Application and Housing forms to Education Abroad Office

¨  Show Proof of International Health Insurance (photocopy of membership card or purchase study abroad policy)

¨  Obtain visa: visit www.travel.state.gov  (Search - Foreign Entry Requirements)

¨  Attend MANDATORY Pre-Departure Orientation Meeting

 

3. After You Return

 

¨  Fill out evaluation and return to the Education Abroad office.

 

Application Deadlines for CSULB Direct Exchange Programs

 

To participate in the Fall Semester: April 1st

To participate in the Spring Semester: October 1st

 

Return application materials to:

 

Education Abroad Office

Center for International Education, BH-201

California State University, Long Beach

1250 Bellflower Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90840-0109

Telephone: (562) 985-8429   Email: studyabroad@csulb.edu

 

Special Notes:

 

§ Discuss your overseas plans with your academic (major/minor) advisors.

§ You may submit forms as you complete them. Once we have two items, your file is active.

§ We suggest that you apply for or renew your passport immediately to avoid any delays.

§ Request recommendations early. You are responsible for making sure all forms are returned to the Education Abroad Office by the deadline.

§ Research class options and familiarize yourself with your country of interest.

Speak with study abroad alumni. They can answer many 


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