Baylor University
Academics
View areas of study open to undergraduate exchange students
View all areas for which students are academically qualified here.
View areas of study abroad open to graduate exchange students.
The exchange is designed to be an undergraduate only exchange. Special circumstances for interested grad students can be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Can graduate students take undergraduate level courses?
Yes
Can advanced undergraduate students take graduate level courses?
No
View areas of study restricted to prior bilateral agreements between exchange departments or faculties.
Not applicable
View areas of study that are not open to exchange students.
Required minimum and maximum number of credits available through the exchange.
Max = 18 credits (undergraduate)
Are summer courses available as exchange (non fee-paying)? If so, what is the website?
No
Do students register for courses in advance or upon arrival?
In Advance: Students do not register themselves. We register them for their courses based on their application documents.
View course registration deadlines.
By the end of November. Students will be registered for classes through the study abroad office. Material submissions are due by October 15.
Language Requirements
English
Is a language test certificate required? If so, is it required before admission or upon arrival?
English proficiency requirements are set by the admissions department. Current requirements can be found here.
Are there preparatory language courses for incoming students? If so, what are the dates and costs?
There is currently no such program available.
Are there any special advising or registration concerns that students should be aware of? Are services available to assist in registration or course selection?
Students must submit a completed health form and academic registration form (provided to them). The health form must be approved and cleared before they can be registered.
We register students for their classes based on the information they provide. Incoming students do not register themselves.
Is there additional information needed?
None
Student Life
Is housing assistance available? Is it guaranteed? How do students apply?
On-campus housing is provided to incoming exchange students and application materials are sent upon successful nomination.
What are the housing options?
Who should I contact regarding housing options?
Please contact the Baylor University Coordinator here.
Do students apply for housing with their university application or is it seperate? Is there a deadline?
What kinds of health facilities are available at the university?
Health Clinic, Pharmacy
Are internships available?
Are student jobs available and permissible?
Is there additional information needed?
None.
Important Dates
View application deadlines for each term.
March 30 for fall or academic year programs.
October 30 for spring programs.
View academic calendar
What is the examination period?
Is there a break between the academic course calendar and exams? Can arrangements be made so the student may take exams early?
Are orientation sessions for incoming students mandatory? What are the dates and costs?
Students are required to arrive the week before classes begin to move into housing and attend international student orientation. The only expense is for meals and accommodation before their housing contract begins.
Is there additional information needed?
None.
Funding
Housing costs
Meal costs
Cost of books and course materials
Local transportation cost
Health insurance
$1200/semester
Other costs?
Not applicable.
Is comparable health insurance coverage from abroad allowed?