TSU Affiliated Programs - Council on International Education Exchange (CIEE)

The Council on International Education Exchange (CIEE) is an organization providing study abroad programs designed for American students. CIEE offers both study center programs specifically for study abroad students as well as offering a university direct enrollment service that assists students in enrolling as study abroad students in foreign universities.

Study Center programs are offered in the following countries:

Europe:
Belgium
Czech Republic
England
France
Hungary
Netherlands
Poland
Russia
Spain

Middle East:
Jordan
Turkey
Tunisia

Africa:
Ghana
South Africa

Asia:
China
India
Indonesia
Japan
Thailand
Vietnam

Australia

Latin America:
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Costa Rica
Cuba
Dominican Republic

University Direct Enrollment Services are offered at the following locations:
Asia: China -- one location
Australia: 14 locations
New Zealand: 1 location  

Europe:
Denmark
France
Germany
Ireland
Malta
Sweden

United Kingdom:
England
Northern Ireland
Scotland
Wales

Latin America:
Mexico  

REQUIREMENTS: Please consult the Study Abroad Checklist for detailed step-by-step instructions concerning requirements for TSU study abroad.

ELIGIBILITY varies from program to program: Some programs have a 2.75 GPA cut off for admission but many others have a 3.00 GPA cut off. Some require more advanced language training whereas others do not. Please carefully read the admission requirements for the program you choose.

APPLICATION: Students must apply and be admitted for study abroad before submitting applications for the affiliated program. Application for Study Abroad.

REGISTRATION: Students are placed in Affiliated Study Abroad hours at TSU (amount determined by full-time status requirements). Registration for specific courses offered on the program is conducted through CIEE.

FEES AND TUITION: All fees and tuition are paid to the Affiliated Program. CIEE provides students with housing, meal plans, flights and insurance. Check the program listings on the CIEE website for up-to-date costs. No tuition is charged or paid at TSU.

FINANCIAL AID: Students remain eligible for most TSU financial aid and scholarships as well as the International Study Abroad Scholarship. CIEE does offer some scholarship money for their programs. Please consult their website for more information.

CREDIT: Credit is evaluated for TSU course equivalencies before being posted on the student’s record. The Study Abroad Office cannot guarantee that the credit will transfer back or that it will count towards a degree. Students are encouraged to follow study abroad advisement procedures to assist in the return of credit for affiliated programs. For more information on the Credit Approval Process.

TSU students must first apply for Affiliated programs through the Study Abroad Office. Applications are reviewed to assess academic suitability, preparation, and maturity. Applications for specific study programs are available in the Study Abroad Office.

Please visit the TSU study abroad office or consult the CIEE website for more detailed information concerning program offerings.