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University Center for International Education

Exchange and Study Abroad Program

Ambassador Program
Wright State University students and faculty have the opportunity to study and teach in different countries around the world. Students pay a comprehensive fee, which covers airfare, ground transportation, accommodations, most meals, lectures, health/accident insurance, visa fees, and a ¾ credit course.

Exchange Programs
Wright State students can study in Brazil, Chile, France, Germany, Japan, Korea, Spain, Sweden and Vietnam through exchange agreements. The exchange program may be for either one semester or for an academic year.

International House

International exchange and American students have the opportunity to live together in University Park under the International House program. Programming and events are coordinated for students living in International House.

USAC Programs
Students enrolled at Wright State may study in Australia, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Ghana, Ireland, Italy, Malta, New Zealand, Scotland, Spain, Sweden and Thailand.
Programs of study are available during the summer, fall and spring semesters.

Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Regular financial awards (loans, grants, scholarships) can be applied to study overseas, since students are registered at Wright State.
- $20,000 in scholarships is available for the USAC programs.

Japan Co-Op Teaching Program
Every six months, WSU sends one or two students to teach at our sister institutions in Okayama, Japan. The paid position lasts six months. Students depart in late March and late August.

Phi Beta Delta
Wright State established a chapter of the national honor society for international scholars (study abroad and exchange program participants, international business majors/minors, language majors, etc.) on campus.

Services for International Students and Research Scholars

• International Student Recruitment and Alumni Relations.
• International student admission processing and credential evaluation
• Special Orientation Program for international students and exchange visitors
• Off-campus housing referral and assistance
• Liaison between international students and WSU faculty (and Dayton community schools) to arrange classroom presentations
• Advising on immigrant and nonimmigrant visa status compliance for visiting professors and researchers (scholars) and international students
• Intercultural programs and activities, such as:
  International Friendship Affair
  Weekly "Coffee Hour Programs"
  Host Family Program Coordination
  Liaison with eight-campus international student organizations
• Advising (personal and/or visa status) for:
  Students who will be returning to their home country
  Students considering the pursuit of further study at WSU and other U.S. institutions
  Students experiencing financial difficulties
• Advising/referral for (non-native) English (ESL) classes and admission requirements
• Coordinating hosting opportunities with WSU faculty, staff, and students for new international students