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Exploring NC State Study Abroad Options

Apr 13, 2025

NC State Semester Study Abroad Programs

Overview

  • Semester or academic year options for studying abroad.
  • Popular choices: Exchange and Direct Enroll Programs.
  • Both options offer independent experiences.

Exchange Programs

  • Structure:
    • NC State sends students to partner universities.
    • Partner universities send students to NC State.
  • Tuition and Fees:
    • Pay regular NC State tuition and fees.
    • Do not pay tuition to the overseas university.
    • May need to pay housing or living costs directly to the university abroad.
  • Popularity and Competitiveness:
    • Competitive due to popularity.

Direct Enroll Programs

  • Structure:
    • Similar to Exchange Programs.
    • Pay tuition directly to the school abroad instead of NC State.
  • Benefits for Out-of-State Students:
    • Tuition may be lower than NC State's out-of-state tuition.

General Considerations

  • Students might be the only one or one of many from NC State.
  • Support from the international office.
  • Company of other exchange or direct enroll students from the US and globally.
  • Not all universities offer both exchange and direct enroll options.

NC State Group Study Abroad Programs

  • Semester-long with various themes.
  • Offer wide core selection or special themes/projects.
  • Earn transfer credit.

Academic Credit

  • Transfer credit does not affect GPA.
  • Must receive C- or better for credit.
  • Course approval with academic department required to fulfill degree requirements.

Application Process

  • Visit studyabroad.ncsu.edu.
  • Search by:
    • Area of study.
    • Low-cost options.
    • NC State group programs.
    • Programs offering internship experience.
  • Program brochure on each semester program page:
    • Contains budget sheet link for cost breakdown.

Financial Considerations

  • Check funding section for:
    • Types of financial aid.
    • Scholarships and application processes.

Steps to Apply

  1. Find a suitable program.
  2. Hit Apply on the program brochure page.
  3. Complete Study Abroad 101 via in-person or video sessions.
  4. Complete an advising application on the Pack Abroad Portal.
  5. Set an appointment with a study abroad advisor.
  6. Adhere to application deadlines.

Additional Information

  • Contact Study Abroad Office: [email protected]
  • NC State encourages global thinking and doing.

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