Semester Exchange - University of North Carolina Wilmington

Semester Exchange - University of North Carolina Wilmington

UNCW

Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking; and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives. UNCW is located in Wilmington, a charming friendly city with a vibrant art culture, literature and music scene. It’s also close to several local beaches, an ideal location for surfers and swimmers alike. If you’re into athletics, then UNCW will not disappoint. As a student, you’ll enjoy free access to the university’s impressive student recreation centre offering cardiovascular conditioning machines, sports courts, an indoor track, pools, a climbing wall and much more.

Country

United States of America

Type of Program

Exchange

Level of Study

Undergraduate
Postgraduate

Length of Program

5 months

Program Dates

First Semester: August - December
Second Semester: January – May

Language of Instruction

English

Travel Grant

$1250

WAM Requirement

60

Course Information

Course Catalogue

(Estimated Cost of Living: USD $6500 - $7500)

Accommodation

Campus Housing
Off-Campus Housing

Exchange Student Website

Exchange Website
Exchange Student Brochure

Factsheet 2022/23

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for this program, you must meet the following:

  • Student Mobility Team General Eligibility Criteria
  • Nomination from Macquarie University
  • English language proficiency for non-native speakers
  • Review the course information and restricted courses to check it is suitable for your degree progression at Macquarie University

How to Apply

Applicants must complete an online application form. You'll need to include:

  • Your personal details
  • One University preference

It should take around 2 - 3 minutes to complete an application.

Important notes:

Application Fee and Payment Options: For all exchange programs (semester and short term), there is a compulsory application fee. For more information and payment options please refer to the Payment Website.

Insurance: It is a requirement of the exchange program that all students must purchase their own travel insurance to cover them for the duration of their entire journey overseas. More information will be given to students upon acceptance.

Program Costs: You remain enrolled at Macquarie University and continue to pay your tuition fees to Macquarie University. As an exchange student, you pay no tuition fees to the host university. However, you must also always be prepared for unexpected expenses, and should consider how you will be dealing with the expenses of your exchange before you leave your home country. Prior to departure, you will need to save sufficient funds to cover all of your expenses for the duration of your exchange. Some costs to consider include: airfares, students visa (if required), travel health insurance, accommodation, food, additional travel, entertainment, textbooks, and incidental expense. If you wish to work while you are away, it is important to note that work rights for international students vary from country to country. For further information about your visa restrictions please contact the consulate or embassy of your host country.


*Disclaimer: Macquarie University does not ensure the quality or reputation of activities run externally, should students choose to undertake these activities they take on the full risk and responsibility. All students need to undertake their own risk assessment before departure, considering wisely their personal health and safety risks. Ultimately participation in these activities is at the students’ risk.

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Area of study
Business; Media, creative arts, and communication; Society, history and languages

Eligibility
Has a GPA requirement

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Benefits
Travel Grant

Value
AU $1250

Phone
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Email
mi.exchange@mq.edu.au

Apply URL
https://students.mq.edu.au/experience/travel-while-studying/apply

Level of study
Undergraduate; Postgraduate

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