The UNIVERSITY of
OKLAHOMAÂŽ
Exchange Student Program
The University of Oklahoma is a comprehensive research institution in the heartland of the United States. OU is home to a diverse group of more than 31,000 local and international students. Our exchange and degree-seeking international students come from 120 different countries.
The community of Norman is a great place to live. It is quiet enough to study but vibrant enough to offer many fun festivals, numerous campus lectures, movies, sports, quaint art galleries, local bands and much more. OU is located 25 minutes from Oklahoma City, the capital of the state of Oklahoma. Oklahoma City features a rich history, fun nightlife, great shopping and dining in the various downtown districts, and plenty more to see and do.
Come to OU for one semester or one year! Fall
August-December
Spring
January-May
Academic Year August-May
Calendar Year
January-December no classes June and July
Check out the requirements! • • •
Complete one year at your home university. Be in good academic standing at your home university. Obtain minimum English proficiency score. Undergraduate coursework: TOEFL (paper based) 500 iBT TOEFL (Internet based) 61 IELTS 6.0
Graduate coursework: TOEFL (paper based) iBT TOEFL (Internet based) IELTS •
550 79 6.5
Show proof of funding. One semester: $7,500 USD One year: $13,000 USD
You must demonstrate financial support to apply for the J-1 exchange visitor visa. Your OU tuition is waived so you will only need to pay for living expenses, student fees and any tuition costs at your home university.
Take advantage of countless opportunities! • • • • • • • •
Study in any subject taught on the OU Norman campus!Earn 12 to 15 credits per semester. classnav.ou.edu Live in campus housing at Kraettli Apartments or Traditions Square Apartments. Select a meal plan or cook for yourself. housing.ou.edu Work out in the Sarkey's Fitness Center or join an intramural sports team. www.ou.edu/far Interested in the arts? Sports? International student groups? Join a student organization! studentlife.ou.edu Find an American buddy through OU Cousins. oucousins.ou.edu Meet a local “friendship family” through Friends to International Students. fis.ou.edu Access campus resources like multiple libraries, computer labs and the city bus system. Attend an American football game, visit nearby Oklahoma City or hang out on Campus Corner.
Questions? Contact us!
International Student Services (405) 325-3337 iss@ou.edu or Rhonda Ehrhardt (405) 325-3337 rme1776@ou.edu> www.ou.edu/internationalexchange