Exchange Programs Application Procedures
Eligibility
To be considered for admission into JMU's international programs,
you must be in good academic standing and hold a minimum cumulative GPA as listed on the program page
at the time of application. Applying early and meeting this minimum
GPA does not, however, guarantee admission; additional eligibility
criteria apply for most programs. Applications from freshmen in
their first semester at JMU will be reviewed after semester grades
are posted.
Admission to all programs is based, minimally, on a review by a Study Abroad Advisor and a verification of your records via
PeopleSoft, the university's information system, not limited to
but including your status according to Academic Affairs, Student
Affairs, Judicial Affairs, and University Finance. Your participation may be denied
if your university records or conduct prior to departure raises
doubts that you should be allowed to participate in an international
experience.
All students participating in an exchange program will be required to submit a written report within three weeks of completion of the program reflecting on their experience.
Review the list
Review the list of JMU's partner universities. Select the
school that most interests you and start gathering information.
Research the courses
Visit our partner universities
online. Follow the links to your potential host university's course
listings.
Meet with your advisor
Confirm with your academic advisor in your department that the
courses you intend to take through the exchange program will be
appropriate for your academic plan. (Credits will be evaluated and
approved by individual department heads or advisors in each department.)
Application deadlines
***Spring 2012 Spaces still available in Australia for a limited time.***
$1,000 Scholarship available for all who are accepted and attend.
***Spaces limited and are first come, first serve***
Your application
will be processed after the following deadline for 2012-13 academic year:
February
1, 2012:
ALL exchange programs for the 2012-13 academic year
If the application deadline falls on a Saturday or Sunday, applications
will be accepted until 5 p.m. on the next business day.
Applications received after the deadline will be considered
on a space-available basis. See an advisor for complete details.
Application Materials
The application for admission has a number of parts, all
of which must be received by the oIP before your application can
be processed. Please make certain that you have completed all steps
in the application process.
A
completed Fall or Spring Exchange Program application
consists of the following components:
- Application form , available from oIP or downloadable
here in Microsoft
Word format
- "Personal Statement" Essay indicating the reasons
for choosing this program and how the choice of courses, program
structure, city, or country, relate to your past, present and
future academic, career and personal goals. How do you think
you will benefit from the experience?
- Letter of Recommendation from a current or former instructor
or from your academic advisor, attached or sent by e-mail
to studyabroad@jmu.edu
- Official transcript
- Application from the host university, if applicable (listed below). DO NOT SEND ANYTHING DIRECTLY TO THE HOST UNIVERSITY; ALL MATERIALS WILL BE TURNED INTO THE OIP.
Please disregard any deadlines/dates listed on the application form and adhere to JMU deadlines only.
*All applicants must meet with a study abroad advisor before applying for an exchange program.
Submitting your application
Submit your completed application to the Office of International Programs, JMAC 6, Suite 22, MSC 5731, Harrisonburg, VA 22807. You are strongly encouraged to deliver your application in person; however, applications may be mailed to oIP.
Any questions or concerns?
Call oIP at 540-568-6419 or send an e-mail message to: studyabroad@jmu.edu.
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