International Exchange ~ Study Abroad ~ National Student Exchange
University of Hawai`i students have many opportunities to study overseas. Two-year as well as four-year students are eligible, depending on the program. Explore your options!
NOTE: The following information is generalized. Details, exceptions, and additional options should be explored by contacting the respective coordinator/director.
International Exchange Programs (UH-Manoa office)
Contact: Darrell Kicker, Exchange Program Coordinator (kicker@hawaii.edu)
Location: UH-Manoa, Moore Hall 316
Tel: (808) 956-4728
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Eligibility: Minimum third (Junior) year student with 2.5 cumulative GPA; Graduate: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Other requirements vary by program.
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Application process: Students must complete Mānoa international exchange application and partner institution’s international student admissions application packet.
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Participant info: 1-2 UH students per semester per UH Mānoa department or partner institution (varies according to Mānoa’s exchange agreement with partner). Students go independently to a chosen UH-Mānoa student exchange partner institution.
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Cost: UH tuition (partner institution tuition is waived) plus travel, Visa, and accommodation expenses.
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Student status: Continuing student. Students must register Study Abroad/Field Study/Independent Study course at UH-Mânoa in order to be classified as a continuing student.
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Course credit: Course choices must be approved by your UH M adviser; transcripts from partner institution should be sent to UH Mānoa campus Admissions & Records Office for transfer credit.
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Other opportunities: Inquire about all-expense paid or partial-expense paid exchange opportunities.
UH-Mânoa Study Abroad Center
Location: Moore 115, 1890 East-West Road, Honolulu, HI 96822
Tel: (808) 956-5143
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Eligibility: Primarily undergraduates. Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA. Other requirements vary by program.
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Application process: Students must complete UH-Mânoa Study Abroad application form.
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Participant info: UH students go as a group. Usually, a UH faculty member (i.e., Resident Director) accompanies the group. Accepted applicants are to attend three mandatory pre-departure orientations and pay a $500 deposit to secure space in the program. (Deposit to be applied toward the total cost of the program.)
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Cost: Study abroad fees of that particular program (see website) plus travel expenses.
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Student status: Continuing student.
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Course credit: Choose from a list of pre-approved courses for credit transfer.
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Other opportunities: Students may also design their own study abroad program.
National Student Exchange Program (UH-Manoa)
Contact: Sandy Davis, Coordinator (sandyd@hawaii.edu)
Location: Queen Lili‘uokalani Student Services Center 206
Tel: (808) 956-7891
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Some NSE colleges and universities offer international/study abroad programs which can be accessed through NSE.
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Eligibility: Applicants must meet both the NSE and host institution’s study abroad eligibility requirements.
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Application process: Students must be begin exploring/planning NSE study abroad program 8-10 months in advance.
UH-Hilo Study Abroad
Contact: Carolina Lam, International Education Specialist (cglam@hawaii.edu)
Location: UH-Hilo, PB 9-6
Tel: (808) 933-8810
Honda International Center (Kapi`olani Community College)
Contact: Ken Kiyohara (kiyohara@hawaii.edu) International Program Coordinator
Location: Kapi`olani Community College, Iliahi Bldg, Rm 112
Tel: (808) 734-9824
Freeman Asia Scholarship
Program for Community College Students
Contact: Ken Kiyohara, International Program Coordinator
Location: Kapi’olani Community College, Iliahi Bldg Rm 112
Tel: (808) 734.9824
Leeward Community College Study Abroad
Location: Leeward CC, BE 109
Tel: (808) 455-0519
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Eligibility: Open to anyone 18 years old or older – students within the UH system as well as members of the community.
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See website for further information.
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