Exchange Programs

Overview

• Program Information

  Exchange students study at Kettering for one or two academic terms beginning in the fall or spring term. They also have the option to participate in Academic Training (internship activities) in the industry or through a research position at Kettering University.

  Exchange students are a vital part of the Kettering community. While they are here, exchange students are encouraged to participate fully as students at Kettering University. They are welcome to join in student organizations and events, become involved in the Flint community, and experience US university culture while benefiting from an academically rigorous program.

   

• Application Process

  Application Process

  Step One: Nominations from Partner Institution

  Students are nominated by their home institutions. Speak with your International Office to learn more about the nomination process.

  Step Two: Submit your Application Materials

  Review the Application Checklist.

  Complete the 2020/2021 Non-Degree Student Application and Health Form.

  Step Three: Receive your Acceptance Letter and DS-2019 from Kettering

  Your documents will arrive to your International Office approximately 3 months before your term at Kettering.

  Step Four: Apply for your Visa

  Please visit the Department of State’s website for information on your DS-2019 and visa application.

• Program Expenses

  Program Expenses

  Kettering’s exchange program are designed to be as cost neutral as possible. Students pay their home tuition expenses, and the tuition at the host institution is waived.

  In addition to the expenses below, students should consider travel and meal expenses for their time abroad. They should also consider any personal travel and the associated costs.

  Expense	Cost
  Tuition	Waived
  Housing	$1550 ($100 cash deposit)
  Student Activity Fee	$250
  Health Insurance	$350
  Total	$2250

• Arrival Information

  Arrival Information

  We are looking forward to your arrival at Kettering!

  As we prepare for your term at Kettering, we ask that you complete the Exchange Student Arrival form. If you are arriving to campus during our designated arrival weekend, a member of the Office of International Programs will pick you up from the Flint Bishop Airport (FNT) or from the Flint Bus Station on Dort Highway.

  Students who arrive to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) will need to find alternate transportation to campus. Some options are listed below:

• Academic Calendar

  Academic Calendar

  Our exchange terms are offered in the fall and spring terms at Kettering.

  Terms	Dates	Orientation Start
  Fall	October – December October 5 – December 19, 2020	Monday, September 28, 2020
  Spring	April – June April 5 – June 18, 2020	Monday, March 29, 2020

   

  View  the full Academic Calendar.