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National Student Exchange
FAQ's
- I'm interested in the National Student Exchange (NSE) program. What should I do to learn more?
- What is the National Student Exchange program?
- Can I study at another school in the USA for only one semester?
- Is there a minimum GPA requirement?
- Is it a competitive program?
- How do I apply to the National Student Exchange program?
- Can I go on the NSE program with a friend who is also at CSUN?
- How much will it cost?
- Will I still receive financial aid while on exchange?
- Can I participate in these programs as a graduate student?
- Will the classes I take while on exchange count toward my degree?
- Can I be a part-time student on exchange?
- How much does it cost to apply?
Q: I'm interested in the National Student Exchange (NSE) program. What should I do to learn more?
A: Attend an Information session - click here to sign up. Or come to the International and Exchange Student Center in the University Student Union and speak with Juliet Aylmer. You can also pick up a booklet showing you all the colleges that you can study at in the U.S. You can also email Juliet for an appointment at Juliet.aylmer@csun.edu (remember to include your cell phone, so she can call you to make an appointment).
Information is on-line here. You will find a link here to sign up for a Study Abroad/NSE workshop. The workshops run three times a week from August-late November. They last for 1 hour and will provide you with a lot of information, as well as provide an opportunity to ask any questions.
Q: What is the National Student Exchange program?
A: The National Student Exchange program offers 190 different schools within the United States, its territories and Canada.
Q: Can I study at another school in the USA for only one semester?
A: Yes. Students can apply for either one semester, or an academic year
Q: Is there a minimum GPA requirement?
A: Yes, the minimum requirement for the NSE program is 2.5.
Q: Is this competitive programs?
A: Generally speaking, no.
Q: How do I apply to the National Student Exchange program?
A: Come by the International and Exchange Student Center and speak with Juliet. She will give you a paper application and answer any questions you may have. You will need 1 letter of recommendation from faculty, unofficial transcript from CSUN, the NSE application fee and the completed paper application
Q: Can I go on the NSE program with a friend who is also at CSUN?
A: Yes. You will apply as Linked students. Your applications will be processed together for either your first choice college only, or all the colleges on your list.
Q: How much will it cost?
A: Depending on which school you apply to, you can usually choose whether you pay CSUN fees, or the host institution's tuition fees. Transportation, room and board and personal expenses will be your responsibility.
Q: Will I still receive financial aid while on exchange?
A: Yes. Whatever financial aid you receive here at CSUN you will receive while on exchange, either from CSUN, or your host institution.
Q: Can I participate in these programs as a graduate student?
A: No. Our programs are specifically for undergraduate students.
Q: Will the classes I take while on exchange count toward my degree?
A: Yes. You will receive Transfer Credit while on exchange in the NSE program.
Q. Can I be a part-time student on exchange?
A: No, all NSE students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 units per semester.
Q. How much does it cost to apply?
A: There is a non-refundable application fee of $150 (as of March 2008). However, students can list up to 5 college choices on their application form.