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International Center
1 ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Drive
Building 58/Room 2300
Jacksonville, Florida 32224
USA

Telephone:
+1-904 620-2657

Fax:
+1-904 620-3926

Link to the International Center Web-page

Contact Person:
International Center
Adianez Garcia Campos - Director International Center

Exchange Student Application Form Deadlines

• Fall - April 15
• Spring - October 1

English Language Proficiency Requirements

• Official letter (provided by International Office staff, faculty member) stating English proficiency to be successful in classes at ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ
• TOEFL score of 500 paper-based (61 internet based), or 550 paper-based (79 internet based) for graduate students in the Coggin College of Business.
• 6.5 IELTS OR 3 AP-IEL
• SAT verbal 440; rSAT Writing 500; ACT Verbal 17, Reading 18

Application

• Exchange Student Application Form - provided by International Center

Submit with ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Application

• Academic transcript
• English Language Proficiency
• Letter from partner university attesting the student is in
• good academic standing

Additional Documents

• Immunization Form
• (If opting for alternative health insurance) Alternative International Insurance Evaluation Form
• Course Request Form

Duration of Stay

Level of Study

• Undergraduate (UG)
• Graduate (GR)

Available Areas

• University Wide

 Semester Course Load

• 12 Credits (UG)
• 9 Credits (GR)

*minimum requirement

Academic Advising

Via International Center (Jessica Cunningham), academic department, and home university

Please note that all courses requested must be accepted and approved by a ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Academic Advisor. Course approvals will be given to students who show that they have met all the course prerequisites. For example, if a student wishes to take 'Intermediate Macroeconomics" and the prerequisite is 'Business Statistics," if they cannot show that they have completed and passed Business Statistics, they will not be approved to register for the class; so please pay close attention to the prerequisites for each course. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee a course will be offered or that a student can be registered for a course. Essentially, academic advisors have to evaluate course approvals on an individual basis.

Course Description & Schedule

Link to Course Catalog

On-campus Housing

In order to sign up for ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ on-campus housing, students will need to have a ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Student I.D. Number. This number will be given to the student by the International Center. The sooner a student submits their online housing contract, the better, because rooms fill up fast.

More information on how to submit your online housing application, please go to:

• Housing contract

Information on housing prices can be found at:

• Housing prices

ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ room layouts please go to:

• Room layout

*Please note Housing payment deadlines are typically before a student's arrival to ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ

Housing Webpage

• Link to ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Housing web-page

Holiday Stays

By special arrangement with the Housing department.

Home Stays

Not available

Immigration Requirements

• Copy of Passport
• Affidavit of Financial Support and Bank Certification
• English Proficiency Letter

Visa Requirements

• J-1 Visa for Exchange Students

Visa Procedure

International Center will issue a DS-2019 document after receipt of required documents, and then the student will use the DS-2019 to apply for the J-1 Visa at the US Embassy or Consulate.

Work Eligibility

Yes, up to 20 hours per week on campus.

Internship Opportunities

Students are eligible to engage in an internship, following the completion of exchange program, for a length of time that does not exceed 18 months or the period of full course of study in the United States, whichever is less.

Insurance Requirements

Required by US Dept. of State

Students may either (1) purchase ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Health Insurance or (2) submit documentation proving alternative health insurance that meets designated standards. ALL students should download and complete the International Student Insurance Agreement Form found at the following link. For detailed questions regarding insurance requirements, refer to the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Medical Compliance Office.

Certification of Immunization

Vaccinations required. Please refer to the Medical Compliance Immunization Form.

Eco Adventure

Eco Adventure offers free gear check-out for kayaks, surfboards, canoes, paddle-boarding, camping equipment, and more. Students can paddle around Lake Oneida on campus, or take them on an off-campus adventure.

Eco Adventure partners with the International Center to arrange a special trip for international students each semester. Previous trips have included rock climbing in the mountains and paddle boarding in the ocean.

Ospreys Challenge Course

One of the most adventurous activities on campus, the Challenge Course offers three levels of zip lines and ropes to try with a group of friends. Take the challenge and fly over Lake Oneida!

Ospreys Cliff (Rock Climbing)

The Osprey Cliff is a 34 ft. indoor rock climbing wall located in the . It allows students the chance to get a total body workout while having fun and challenging themselves mentally and physically in a safe environment.

Sporting Events

ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ has 19 NCAA Division 1 teams.  and matches are free for students. Cheering on the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Ospreys Basketball team is one of the best experiences at ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ!

Market Days

Each Wednesday the Osprey Plaza is transformed into a bustling  where the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ community enjoys a wide variety of products and services from a diverse group of vendors, from fine handmade products of jewelry to artworks and delicious food from local restaurants.

Other Activities

Every semester the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Campus Life and Recreation Department strives to offer a  on campus like concerts, picnics, pool parties, movies, and more!