Information for Exchange students
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At Cal State Fullerton, we welcome exchange students either through the California State University International Programs or through Cal State Fullerton's bi-lateral exchange programs with institutions of higher education outside of the U.S. Exchange students are expected to be seriously committed to an exchange program. A serious commitment means that all exchange students must be full-time enrolled (a minimum of 12 units per semester), meet minimum academic standards of 2.0 GPA, and comply with both campus (academic) and federal (immigration) regulations to stay focused in their studies. It is a privilege and an honor to become an exchange student at our university and our campus community welcomes your active participation and engagement in both academic programs and extra-curricular activities.
Cal State Fullerton's Bi-lateral Exchanges:
Through mutual agreements between Cal State Fullerton and our bi-lateral partner institution, both campuses are involved in the careful selection of exchange students to participate in a U.S. American education experience on our campus. For general information, including application deadlines, housing, and fees, please click here.
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Exchange Student Application Deadlines |
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Fall term: May 1
Spring term: November 1
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English Proficiency Tests requirement
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Official TOEFL: Minimum scores accepted |
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Undergraduate: 500 pbt/173 cbt/61 ibt
Graduate: 550 pbt/213 cbt/80 ibt
(** pbt = paper version, cbt = computerized version, and ibt = internet version) |
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IELTS: 6.5 Undergrad/7.0 Grad |
For students who have been selected to be an exchange student participant, please do the following:
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Complete the Exchange Student Application Form: Application (If you have any questions, please email the International Education & Exchange Office (subject: Exchange Student) |
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Submit the completed application to your Exchange Student Coordinator. Your Coordinator will forward your application to our office. |
California State University Office of International Program Exchanges (IP):
If you are selected to participate in an exchange program on our campus through California State University Office of International Programs, you can access information and resources from here.
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After you have been selected to attend Cal State Fullerton, complete the IP-CSUF Exchange Student Short Form |
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CSU International Programs Exchange Student Participant Guide |
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Pre-Arrival Information
Click here for information on pre-arrival information, including obtaining visa (entry permit) for entering the United States. |
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SEVIS Fee
If
you are currently out of the country and are seeking an "initial"
J-1 student visa, you will be subject to the
mandatory SEVIS
fee. To complete Form I-901 you will
need a DS-2019 and the following school
codes.
Program Number for California State University, Fullerton: P-1-03438
SEVIS ID: Found on Form DS-2019 (click here for image) |
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Student Budget
The following is an estimated budget for education and living expenses for one semester and one academic year. Costs listed here are subject to change without notice:
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Undergraduate |
Graduate |
| 1 semester |
2 semesters |
1 semester |
2 semesters |
| Tuition + Fees |
$6,795
(enrolled 12 units) |
$13,590
(12 units per semester) |
$6,147
(enrolled 9 units) |
$12,294
(9 units per semester) |
| Living Expenses (room & board, variable) |
$6,760 |
$13,521 |
$6,760 |
$13,521 |
| Student Health Insurance |
$483* |
$951 |
$483* |
$951 |
| Books & Supplies (variable) |
$819 |
$1,638 |
$819 |
$1,638 |
| Subtotal |
$14,857 |
$29,700 |
$14,209 |
$28,404 |
| Waiver of the State University Fee, Nonresident Tuition and Mandatory Basic Fees |
($6,795) |
($13,590) |
($6,147) |
($12,294) |
| Estimated Total Cost to Exchange Student |
$8,062 |
$16,110 |
$8,062 |
$16,110 |
* Health insurance cost for Fall semester is $483. If you continue on the exchange program for a second semester
in the Spring, then the cost for the Spring term is $483. If your first semester at CSU Fullerton is the Spring term,
then health insurance cost for Spring semester is $561.
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Health Insurance
Before you can be enrolled in your classes, you must purchase online the required CSUF health insurance. No alternate health insurance plan will be accepted. This health insurance plan meets the requirements of the California State University system. It does not include dental and vision care. Optional dental and vision insurance coverage are available in person at the Information Desk at the Titan Student Union.
When making your online purchase of this health insurance, please use the following U.S. address to receive your receipt of payment and your health insurance ID card: (This is the address for the International Education & Exchange Office)
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Street Address:
City:
State:
Postal or zipCode
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c/o CSU Fullerton
800 N State College Blvd., UH-244
Fullerton
CA
92834-6830 |
[c/o means "care of" or "CSU Fullerton is acting on behalf of" . UH-244 means University Hall, Room 244]
We will receive your receipts and health insurance ID cards on your behalf. We will hold them for you and provide them to you after your arrival in the U.S. |
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Academic Information
Undergraduate students must take a minimum of 12 units per semester.
Graduate students must take a minimum of 9 units per semester.
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Schedule of Classes (Spring 2010) |
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General Catalog |
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Tutorial on TitanOnline |
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CSUF Enrollment Request Form (Fall enrollment request deadline – July 1; Spring enrollment request deadline – October 15) |
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Exchange students must complete and submit this online Enrollment Request Form. Exchange students are responsible for making sure that they do not have any holds on their CSUF records that prevent enrollment (for example, requirements such as health insurance, immunization records). |
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Transcripts:
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Official transcripts are sent to exchange students' home institutions upon completion of the exchange program at no cost to the exchange student.
If exchange students want an additional copy for their personal records, they must request an official copy at the Office of Admissions & Records. A fee is required for each copy requested. |
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International Student Orientation Program
Part 1: Required SEVIS Reporting and Check-in at University Hall, Room 244:
Spring 2010:
January 11-20, 9am – 11am (no check-in on Saturdays & Sundays; January 18 closed due to holiday)
*If you arrive to CSUF after January 20, please contact the IEE Office for more information.
Part 2: Orientation Seminar
Spring 2010: Thursday, January 21, 2010, times & location to be announced via email
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Evaluation Form— 
Upon completing your exchange program at Cal State Fullerton, we invite you to share your thoughts with us in order to improve our exchange programs and services, so that we can enhance the exchange experience of future international students who choose to attend Cal State Fullerton. |
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Photo Gallery
A sample of photos submitted by exchange students. CSUF exchange students can submit digital photos to be added to this gallery by sending an email to ietech (Click here to view) |
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