Where can I go
 
               
 

American University, Washington, D.C., USA

  
  (For all undergraduate students)  
     
 

American University (AU) was chartered by the congress in 1893 and the first class was admitted in 1913. Its more than 5,000 undergraduates are a microcosm of the world's diversity. From across the United States and from more than 150 countries, they share a desire to shape tomorrow's world. AU actively promotes international understanding, and this is reflected in its curricula offerings, faculty research, and the regular presence of world leaders on campus.

 

  
    I.
 Nature of Exchange
 
      One semester or one year undergraduate exchange programme
  
         
    II. Language of Instruction
 
      English  
         
    III. Eligibility  
      1. For undergraduate students who have completed one year of university studies at CUHK  
      2. In good academic standing with 3.0+ GPA  
      3. Minimum TOEFL score of 80 iBT (Minimum of 18 on each section) or IELTS score of 6.5  
         
    IV. Term Dates
  
      Fall: 19 Aug to 17 Dec 2012  
      Spring: 06 Jan to 07 May 2013  
               
    V. Insurance
  
      Compulsory health insurance (USD1,720 per year)  
               
    VI. Housing
  
      On-campus residence halls – subject to timely application (paying approximately USD9,324 per year)
  
               
    VII. Living Expenses
  
      1. Fees payable to CUHK:    
          CUHK tuition    
          CUHK Student Union Fee    
          College Student Union Fee  
      2. Living costs:  
          Food (approximately USD4,540 per year),  
          Books (approximately USD800 per year),  
          Personal – telephone, dining, clothing, laundry, entertainment, etc. (approximately USD2,200 per year)  
               
    VIII. Application Procedure
  
      1. Complete the online application form at the OAL website
  
      2. Attend Interview  
               
    IX. Website    
      www.american.edu/abroadatau    
               
    X. Note
  
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Course restrictions can be found at www.american.edu/abroadatau/courserestrictions.cfm