TSU Reciprocal Programs

Reciprocal Exchanges are direct exchanges between foreign universities and TSU. Students pay tuition and fees at TSU and switch places in the classroom with students from the hosting university. These exchanges vary greatly in the services provided by the partner university. Some foreign university international student offices help with housing and registration others only with registration. Some have on-site intensive language programs prior to the start of the school year others may refer students to separate intensive programs. Some provide limited course offerings in English even when English is not the host-country language.

REQUIREMENTS FOR TSU STUDY ABROAD:

Follow the Office of International Education study abroad procedures, Steps for Study Abroad

ELIGIBILITY (varies from program to program but includes):

• student has received no lower than a B in major coursework

• student has achieved up to the 3000 level competence in host country language

• student is required to take a country-specific language proficiency exam

• student is in junior-level of degree program
  
  

APPLICATION: Students must apply and be admitted for study abroad before applications are forwarded to the participating program. Application for Study Abroad.

REGISTRATION: Students are placed in General Study Abroad hours at TSU (amount determined by full-time status requirements).

FEES AND TUITION: All fees and tuition are paid at TSU.

FINANCIAL AID: Students remain eligible for most TSU financial aid and scholarships as well as the International Study Abroad Fee Scholarship. For more information see your financial Aid Advisor or visit the pages on Financial Aid and Scholarships.

CREDIT: Credit and grades are 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 reciprocal programs.

TSU students apply for Reciprocal programs through the Study Abroad Office. Applications are reviewed by a faculty committee to assess academic suitability, preparation, and maturity. Faculty also look for a strong relationship between a study abroad program and academic/career goals. Applications for study are available in the Study Abroad Office. For more information on the Credit Approval Process.