DACA Student Advisory
If you are a DACA student, Cal State LA strongly advises against studying abroad or leaving the United States, including visits to U.S. territories such as Puerto Rico. Regardless of whether or not you have been granted advanced parole, there is no guarantee that you will be allowed to re-enter the U.S. If you are currently abroad, you should seek legal counsel immediately and return to the U.S. as soon as possible. A list of non-profit organizations that provide free legal services to immigrants residing in California can be found here.
Cal State LA Exchange Programs
These programs are bi-lateral exchanges between Cal State LA and the host institution. Students can pay Cal State LA fees or fees at the host institution, depending on the program. Program costs and eligibility criteria vary. For program details, please schedule an appointment with the Education Abroad Advisor.
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International exchange opportunities for summer, semester or academic year
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Transfer credit available
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Required GPA of 2.5 or higher; financial aid and scholarships available
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Application deadlines:
Exchange Partners Include:
Chile
- Universidad Adolfo Ibañez
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Two campuses: Vina Del Mar and Santiago
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Good for Business Administration, Latin American Studies, and Spanish majors at Cal State LA; graduate degrees available.Classes in English and Spanish. List of courses here. Business and Engineering internships available.
- Fall Semester (July-December) or Spring Semester (February-July).
- Off-campus housing available; rent is about $500-$800 USD/month (homestay or apartment).
- Chilean student visas are required for U.S. citizens.
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China
- Central China Normal University
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester – Feburary 1; Spring Semester – September 1
- Henan University of Economics and Law
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester – March 1; Spring Semester – November 1
Colombia
- Universidad EAN
- Good for Spanish-speaking Engineering and Business Administration majors at Cal State LA; some graduate programs available.
- Classes only in Spanish. List of undergraduate programs here.
- Fall Semester (July-December) or Spring Semester (January-June); no summer programs.
- Off-campus housing in Bogota available; rent is about $200-$300 USD/month.
- Colombia student visas are required for U.S. citizens.
Netherlands
Norway
France
- ECE-Paris (Engineering School)
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester – November 1; Spring Semester – May 1
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Application Deadline: to be determined.
Germany
- Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences
- Application Deadline: to be determined.
Hong Kong
- Lingnan University
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester – March 1; Summer Semester – Feburary 1
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Application Deadline: to be determined.
Japan
- Kindai University
- Komazawa University
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester – February 1; Spring Semester - August 1
- Okayama University
Mexico
- University of Colima
- Application Deadline: Spring Semester – September 1
- Universidad de las Americas Puebla (UDLAP)
- Good for most degrees at Cal State LA; graduate degrees available. Classes in English and Spanish.
- List of academic degree programs here. Business internships available.
- Fall Semester (August-December) or Spring Semester (January-May); Spanish language and internship summer programs.
- On-Campus housing is avaiable; rent is about $300-$450 USD/month (excludes meal plan).
- Mexican student visas are required for U.S. citizens.
South Korea
- Chungnam University
- Application Deadline: Spring Semester – September 1
- Chungnam National University Global Scholarship Program.
- Free on-campus accommodation.
- Special Scholarship: 1,000,000KW.
- Chung-Ang University
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester – February 1; Spring Semester – September 1
- Ewha Womans University
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester – March 15; Spring Semester – September 1
- Korea University
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester – February 1; Spring Semester – September 1
- Namseoul University
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester - February 1; Spring Semester - September 1
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Application Deadline: Fall Semester – February 1; Spring Semester – September 1
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University of Seoul Student Exchange Support Scholarship
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Monthly stipend for fall and spring semester
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Global Korea Scholarship
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200,000KW one time disbursement
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800,000KW monthly stipend
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Health insurance
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Airfare
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Spain
Note: Teacher Education, Business, Nursing and Physiotherapy Courses are not available.
Switzerland
- University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Northwestern Switzerland School of Business
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester - March 15; Spring Semester - September 1
Taiwan
- Feng Chia University
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester - February 1; Spring Semester – September 1
- National Chengchi University
- Application Deadline: Fall Semester - February 1; Spring Semester - September 1; Summer - March 1
United Kingdom
*No visa required if you do not plan to work and study in the UK for less than 6 months; visa required if you stay for more than 6 months and/or plan to work.
Application Process
Please complete the Outbound Exchange Student Application Form here.
General Eligibility Criteria
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Good academic standing.
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Cal State LA student at the time of participation.
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Cumulative GPA at least 2.5; some programs have higher requirements.
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Study abroad plans must align with your intended major/degree.
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Study abroad plans should not unnecessarily delay your intended graduation date.