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Kansas State University

MAUI-Utrecht Network Exchange Program
This program is part of the MAUI-Utrecht Network Exchange and is open to students from member institutions only. Interested students should contact their local study abroad coordinator regarding the application/placement process and for additional information.

Kansas State University

University Kansas State University
Number of spaces available for Utrecht Network students in 2010/2011 (in semesters)
8 semesters (possibly more, depending on our outgoing students)

Areas of study open for Utrecht Network students
Engineering, Business, Architecture, Life & Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, Agriculture, Human Ecology, Veterinary Medicine See:  http://www.courses.ksu.edu
Areas restricted to prior bilateral agreements between the exchanging departments or faculties
Veterinary Medicine
Areas of study not open for Utrecht Network students
Veterinary Medicine
What graduate programs are open to exchange students?  What are the conditions? Can advanced undergraduate exchange students take graduate level courses?
Yes, they are open to exchange students.  Undergraduate exchange students would be able to take graduate level courses on a case-by-case basis.
Student Contact person(s) Lindsey Brubaker
Study Abroad Coordinator
Office of International Programs
304 Fairchild Hall
Manhattan, Kansas 66506-1111
USA
Fax: 785-532-6550
Ph: 785-532-5990
e-mail: lmbru@ksu.edu
General university web site www.ksu.edu  Has all course and module/class descriptions
International office web site 1.  International Student Center - Orientation, Visa, 
     International Clubs & Activities:
     www.ksu.edu/intlstucenter/
2.  International Programs Office - MAUI Exchange 
     Coordinator: www.k-state.edu/studyabroad
www.k-state.edu/oip
 
Academic Calendar
Fall Semester:
Arrival Day:  around August 14-15
Orientation: August 16-20
First Day of Classes:  August 23
Thanksgiving Break: November 24-26
Examinations:  December 13-17
Spring Semester: 
Arrival Day: around January 7
Orientation:  Dates to be determined
First Day of Classes:  January 17
Spring Break: March 17-21
Examinations:  May 12-16
Application deadline(s) for
admission
Fall Semester:  March 1 (flexible)
Spring Semester:  October 1 (flexible)
Application procedures: web site or mail
To be mailed.  Do NOT use the online application form, it is not for exchange students.
1) Download and print the form at http://www.ksu.edu/admit/INTAPP.pdf, complete it, and mail it to:

Ms. Karlin Stukenberg, Director of Study Abroad
Office of International Programs
Kansas State University
304 Fairchild Hall
Manhattan, KS 66506-1111
USA
2) Official transcripts, translated into English, if necessary.
3) A completed Affidavit of Financial Support. Kansas State University requires a proper and current affidavit of support from your sponsor stating that he or she will provide $6,345 (this amount is an estimate figure that includes all room/board, books, supplies, etc.) for each semester of study at Kansas State University and a statement of verification from the sponsor's financial establishment. The form required by Kansas State University for this purpose is available at http://www.ksu.edu/admit/aff_supp.pdf
4) A letter of support from the student's home university supporting the student's participation on the exchange.

Course registration deadline(s) Registration and enrollment occurs:
Fall: mid-August
Spring: mid-January
Electronic enrollment for classes is available.
Language requirements
Language Proficiency for Undergraduate Admission. Many universities have rigid TOEFL requirements for admission. However, Kansas State University wants to make the admission process for you as easy as possible.If you meet the academic requirements, Kansas State University may admit you with no proof of English proficiency (no TOEFL). Once you arrive, you will have the option take the English Proficiency Test (EPT). The results of the English Proficiency Test (EPT) will determine if you have to study English, either full-time or part-time, or if you are ready to begin full-time university classes. This is to ensure that you have the necessary English skills to be successful in your career at K-State.
      The English Language Program (ELP) at K-State is an intensive language program. The program offers English instruction to international students who choose to come for language training as a study abroad experience.
Preparatory language course for new exchange students English Language Program : 4 weeks in the summer (to be paid)
http://www.ksu/elp/
Internships available Internships are available through some departmental programs and are individually arranged.
Student jobs available/allowed? Yes.  Students may work up to 20 hours a week on campus.  US Immigration rules prohibit working off campus.
Housing assistance
Housing and Dining information available at http://www.housing.k-state.edu/. This site has e-mail contact and electronic applications.
Housing options University dormitories with cafeteria meal plans
University apartments (limited)
Local private apartments
Housing application deadline(s) No published deadline, but apply as early as possible
Cost estimates per month
-Housing
-Meals
-Books
-Local Transportation
-Health insurance		 -Housing
On-Campus: Rates can be found at: http://housing.k-state.edu/reshalls/index.php
Off-Campus: Housing costs will vary if student chooses to live off-campus. Approximately: $400-$500 for housing, $100-$200 for meals (less expensive housing is sometimes found, but not guaranteed)
-Books:  on average, $300 per semester
-Local transportation:  No public transportation is available in Manhattan. The International Office lends bicycles to students, when available. Cost for a bike is usually $100 or less to purchase a decent bicycle. We also have a free shuttle service to take students shopping once a week.
-Health insurance:  $59 per spring or fall semester, $22
for summer semester
-Personal Expenses Personal expenses usually run between $250-300 depending on each student's style of living. This could be more or less depending on travel.
Additional fees to pay Some classes, e.g. Art, have materials fees
Comparable health insurance coverage from abroad allowed/not allowed
Allowed, but a health insurance waiver form must be completed.  See http://www.k-state.edu/isss/current/healthinsurance.html for more information.
Health facilities at the university Lafene Health Center:  Free use.  For minor medical problems and diagnosis.  See:  http://www.k-state.edu/lafene/
Last update of this information December 17, 2009