Western Michigan University
Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Semester spots: 2 semesters or 1 academic year
Open for: Bachelor (undergraduate) and Master (graduate)
Minimum language requirement: TOEFL: 71 (BA students) and 80 (MA students); IELTS: 6.0 (BA students) and 6.5 (MA students); DET (Duolingo English Test): 100 (BA students) and 115 (MA students); International Baccalaureate, grade of 5 in English at the Higher Level; Cambridge Advanced English Certificate: a grade of A, B, or C (undergraduate), a grade of A or B (graduate); exception: native speaker.
GPA:
- Bachelor (undergraduate): 2.5/4.0 (corresponds to 2,5 in the German scale) and
- Master (graduate) 3.0/4.0 (corresponds to 2,0 in the German scale).
Duration: End of August - End of April
MA students may live on-campus but they could also live off-campus.
Additional Costs:
Estimated cost per semester 2024/25: $9,100
Health Insurance (GeoBlue): $640 per semester
Exchange students on J-1 and F visas are required to take the GeoBlue health insurance. This insurance plan complies with the U.S. Department of State regulations. See Health Insurance & Services | Western Michigan University (wmich.edu) for further information.
Financial proof in the form of an official bank letter is required to apply for a visa.
Useful Links:
Information for exchange students: Exchange Students and Partners | Western Michigan University (wmich.edu)
Course catalogue: WMU Course Offerings (wmich.edu)
Academic calendar: Academic Calendar | Western Michigan University (wmich.edu)
Housing: Housing and Residence Life | Western Michigan University (wmich.edu)
Experience Reports:
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