Western Carolina University
Brief Overview
A member of the University of North Carolina, Western Carolina University offers courses in the arts, sciences, technologies, humanities, and professions. Located near the Great Smoky and Blue Ridge mountains, on a 600 acre campus, WCU has approximately 170 majors and concentrations for undergraduate study.
Institution website: http://www.wcu.edu/
International Programmes and Services website: http://international.wcu.edu
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HousingHousing is available but not mandatory. Go to http://www.wcu.edu/97.asp for more information Immigration informationStudents going to WCU have J1 visa status. Please visit the US Department of State website for more information about the US Visa services, application process and fees. Read carefully the information about application fees and SEVIS fees, these are your responsibility. All exchange visitor applicants must have a SEVIS generated DS 2019 issued by a Department of State designated sponsor, which they submit when they are applying for their exchange visitor visa. This will be sent to you by WCU if you meet all the application requirements. Health InsuranceMandatory WCU medical insurance unless student waives out and shows proof of other insurance Cost approx $300 |
Semester dates
Autumn - late August - Mid December
Academic issues
A wide range of subjects are available for exchange students. Some classes need pre-requisites, students will be in contact with advisors about this.
| How many credits or classes can I take? | 12 semester credits |
| How do I register my classes? | Students can log into MYCAT on WCU website to register for classes, once accepted onto programme |
| Where can I find class information? | http://catalog.wcu.edu/content.php?catoid=10&navoid=150 |
| When are transcripts sent out? |
Official transcript is usually sent out every end of semester to the addresses provided by students. General information on transcripts this link. http://www.wcu.edu/24092.asp |
Application information
Once you have been nominated by London Metropolitan University you will be given the application packet to complete.
Language Requirement: TOEFL requirement is waived for exchange students
London Met Application Deadline: 1 March
WCU Application Deadline: 1 April
Arrival and orientation
Orientation takes place one week before start of classes.
Financial InformationYou will be required to submit a financial statement verifying that you have funds available for one academic semester to cover the following estimated costs:
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