Kansas State University
Part of the MAUI-Utrecht Network Exchange Program
The Partnership
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.
The University-Kansas State University
Details & Information:
| University | Kansas State University |
| *Special Notes About this Program: | Kansas State University ranks as one of the nation’s “cutting edge schools,” according to a guidebook that pinpoints today’s hottest majors and the innovative colleges that offer them in the United States. Founded in 1863, K-State is a state institution that enrolls more than 23.800 students. A majority of the students are from Kansas and the Midwest, with students from over 90 different countries. There are many student organizations on campus including International Buddies which is a program that is designed to assist incoming international students with their transition to Manhattan and Kansas. It gives participants an opportunity to learn about other languages and cultures. |
| Research facilities on 4000 acres of land include: a TRIGA Mark II pulsing nuclear reactor, atomic accelerator, environmental testing laboratory, feed and flour mills, a bakery, a joint program with the American Institute of Baking, greenhouses, and animal and poultry buildings. Of special interest is the Konza Prairie tall-grass preserve for environmental and ecological research. K-State is within commuting distance of the Truman and Eisenhower Presidential libraries. | |
| Located in Manhattan, KS, 120 miles from Kansas City and 50 miles from Topeka, the state capital. Tuttle Creek Lake, located 5 miles from campus, provides recreational opportunities. “The Little Apple” is a classic college town complete with football and basketball stadiums, zoo, mall parks, and recreational trail that circles the city. | |
| Number of spaces available for Utrecht Network students in 2012/2013 (in semesters) | 2 semesters |
| Areas of study open for Utrecht Network students | http://courses.k-state.edu/ |
| Architecture | |
| Business | |
| Education | |
| Engineering | |
| Life & Physical Sciences | |
| Social Sciences | |
| Humanities | |
| Agriculture | |
| Human Ecology | |
| Aviation Technology | |
| 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 – available on a case-by-case basis. |
| 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) | Karlin Webster |
| Director of Study Abroad | |
| Office of International Programs | |
| 304 Fairchild | |
| Manhattan, KS 66506-1111 | |
| USA | |
| Fax: 785-532-6550 | |
| Phone: 785-532-5990 | |
| Email:karlis@ksu.edu | |
| General university web site | www.ksu.edu |
| International office web site | International Student Center: http://www.ksu.edu/isss |
| Study Abroad: http://www.k-state.edu/studyabroad/exchanges/index.html | |
| International Pre-Arrival:http://www.k-state.edu/oip/prearrival/ | |
| Online application: http://ksu.studioabroad.com | |
| Academic Calendar | http://www.k-state.edu/cgi-bin/eventview/registrar/academic |
| Dates listed are tentative, please check the website for official. | |
| Fall Semester | |
| Arrival Day: August 10 | |
| Orientation: August 13-17 | |
| First Day of Classes: August 20 | |
| Thanksgiving Break: November 19-23 | |
| Examinations: December 10-14 | |
| Spring Semester | |
| Arrival Day: January 11 | |
| Orientation: January 14-19 | |
| First Day of Classes: January 22 | |
| Spring Break: March 18-22 | |
| Examinations: May 13-17 | |
| Application deadline(s) for admission | http://www.k-state.edu/studyabroad/exchanges/undergrad.html |
| Undergraduate Priority Deadline (can apply after, no guarantee of placement) | |
| Fall Semester: May 1 | |
| Spring Semester: October 1 | |
| Graduate Priority Deadline | |
| Fall Semester: February 1 | |
| Spring Semester: August 1 | |
| Application procedures: web site or mail | Transcripts and bank statements MUST be mailed. The rest of the application may be emailed/filled out at ksu.studioabroad.com. |
| UNDERGRADUATE: | |
| http://www.k-state.edu/studyabroad/exchanges/index.html | |
| GRADUATE: | |
| http://www.k-state.edu/grad/gsprospective/apply/international/index.htm | |
| Course registration deadline(s) | http://courses.k-state.edu/ |
| Dates listed are tentative, please check the website for official. Contact Study Abroad Office for pre-registration options. | |
| Fall Semester: mid-August | |
| Spring Semester: mid-January | |
| Language requirements | Nomination letter from partner varifying English abilities for English courses. |
| Preparatory language course for new exchange students | English Language Program : 4 weeks in the summer (optional, not included in exchange, to be paid by student) |
| http://www.ksu/elp/ | |
| Internships available | Internships are available through some departmental programs and are individually arranged through departments. |
| 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 | http://www.housing.k-state.edu/ |
| Housing options | University dormitories with cafeteria meal plans |
| University apartments (limited) | |
| Local private apartments | |
| Housing application deadline(s) | http://www.k-state.edu/oip/prearrival/housing.htm |
| No published deadline, but apply as early as possible to ensure placement | |
| Cost estimates per month | -Housing |
| -Housing | On-Campus: Rates can be found at: http://housing.k-state.edu/reshalls/index.php |
| -Meals | 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 | -Books: on average, $300 per semester |
| -Local Transportation | -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 | Health insurance: around $450 a semester |
| Personal Expenses | Personal Expenses Personal expenses usually run beween $250-300 per month 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 (depends on course) |
| Comparable health insurance coverage from abroad allowed/not allowed | Allowed but a health insurance waiver form must be completed. |
| http://www.k-state.edu/isss/current/healthinsurance.html | |
| Mandatory additional cost unless a health waiver form is completed at the beginning of the semester. For more information see website. | |
| Health facilities at the university | Lafene Health Center: Free use. For minor medical problems and diagnosis. See: http://www.k-state.edu/lafene/ |
| Additional Information | Airport Pick-up: Recommend flying directly into Manhattan, KS and can request a free pick up. |
| If flying into Kanasas City, students can arrange for own pick up through companies like KCI Road Runner. | |
| http://www.kciroadrunner.com/ | |
| Summer Courses available under Exchange Agreement? If so, please list | Yes, same as above. |
| Last update of this information | January 10, 2012 |