National Student Exchange (NSE)
Widen your educational experience and study in another city for up to a year
The National Student Exchange (NSE) is a consortium of over 175 U.S. colleges and universities, joined by the common purpose of providing exchange opportunities for undergraduate students. Through NSE, UofL students can widen their educational horizons by studying at another member college or university in the United States. For up to one year, students can access courses and programs that are not available at UofL, live in a different part of the country, explore graduate or career objectives, and have the opportunity to grow educationally, culturally and socially at UofL tuition rates! For more information about the National Student Exchange, call 852-0240 or check the national web page at http://www.nse.org.
Why should I go on NSE?
- to explore a particular academic area of interest
- to explore graduate school or career opportunities
- to learn more about myself
- to live in a different geographic setting
- to experience a different type of college setting
- to form lasting friendships with students from all over the U.S.
What are the requirements?
Full-time student status at the time of application, in term prior to exchange and at the completion of the exchange have a 2.5 cumulative GPA, 2.75 given priority (4.0 scale) at the time of application and at completion of the term prior to the exchange (we recommend that students go as sophomores or juniors which means applying as freshmen or sophomores).
What is the length of the exchange?
One semester or a full academic year
What is the cost?
- UofL's tuition and fees
- Room, board, transportation to and from host campus
- $130 non-refundable application fee
What are the financial aid conditions?
Students apply through their home campus.
How do I work out grades and credits?
Full credit is given for work satisfactorily completed on exchange with prior approval from your UofL advisor prior to the exchange, an advising agreement with your academic advisor is completed.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Please contact Sharon Mudd for information regarding deadlines.
Application materials will be available at Information Sessions and through Sharon Mudd, NSE Program Coordinator.
