Study Away
Office of International Education and Student Services
Thurgood Marshall Library, Room 1122B
studyabroad@bowiestate.edu
The study away program helps you explore the diverse cultures and environments that make up the U.S. and U.S. territories within a controlled educational setting. The Office of International Education and Student Services will support you as you take the opportunity to study different cultures, cities, and academic environments without leaving the country.
National Student Exchange
Bowie State University has collaborated with the National Student Exchange program to provide undergraduate students with semester or full academic year exchanges across the U.S. and U.S. territories (Guam, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands). This program allows you to complete courses you need for your degree at a host institution and have your credits transfer back as if you had taken them on Bowie State’s campus.
Get Started
1. Attend National Student Exchange Study Away Info Session
National Student Exchange Study Away Info Session attendance is required to schedule a meeting with the NSE Coordinator. National Student Exchange Study Away Info Sessions are approximately 1-hour sessions offered virtually once a week during the fall & spring semesters. If you are unable to attend the regularly BSU scheduled sessions, you can look to attend one of NSE's Virtual Info Sessions.
2. Research your campus options and consult your academic advisor
Search by your major, where you want to go, campus type, or campus details on the NSE website. Be sure to review the "How It Works" tab at the top of the website to review eligibility, tuition and fees, financial aid, academic credit, and health and safety. Talk with your Academic Advisor about what classes you may be able to take while on exchange. Class flexibility is important.
3. Schedule NSE Application Appointment
Meet one on one with the National Student Exchange Coordinator to receive assistance going over your campus choices, type of payment, housing needs, class needs, and starting an application. Bring a laptop or tablet to the appointment. Email qnjohnson@bowiestate.edu .
4. Start an Application
Create an account and start filling out your NSE application. The NSE Coordinator will be able to view your progress and contact you with any issues. The $150 NSE application fee is not due until you are ready to submit your application, and it is approved by the NSE Coordinator.
Study Away Info Sessions