China
How to Apply to the China Exchange Program
Applications for the Fall 2013 China Exchange Program will be available beginning December 1, 2012. The application deadline is April 15, 2013.
Please note that admission may close before the published deadline.
- The program is open to sophomores, juniors, and first-semester seniors (freshmen and graduating seniors are not eligible).
- Enrollment is limited to two (2) .
- Students must have a minimum grade point average of 2.7 at the time of application. Students may become ineligible if their average drops below 2.7 at any time or if they are on academic probation.
- Applicants will be screened and nominated by Emerson College, but acceptance decisions will be made by Communication University of China's School of International Education.
- An interview with David Griffin, Director of International Study and External Programs, is required. After you have submitted all your application materials you will receive an email invitation to interview.
- Criteria: Class standing, cumulative GPA, written statement and faculty recommendation.
- Admission may close before the published application deadline- interested candidates should apply well in advance.
The China Exchange Program application process has two Steps:
Application to the Host School: Communication University of China (CUC)
There are two ways you can submit the CUC Application form - but first you must download the CUC Application Form.
- Type in responses to the application questions on your computer and then print it out and submit it by hand to the ISEP Office. (Don't forget to sign and date the application).
- Upload your completed CUC application and the related documents to the Online Emerson College China Exchange Program application (see Step 2).
Please note that you must submit these 2 items in person to the ISEP office:
- Two 32mm X 42mm color photos [official passport photos are best]
- Color photocopy of the inside page of your passport *
*Your passport must be valid 6 months beyond the date of your return to the United States. In other words, if your passport is set to expire before August 2014, you need to obtain a new passport.
Complete the online Emerson College China Exchange Program application.
- Complete the Emerson College Application Form. You will be asked to provide your ECnet username and password.
- Type your written statement in the space provided on the application form.
- Attach one letter of recommendation from an Emerson College faculty member online; or submit it by mail, or deliver in person to the ISEP Office.
- Optional: Upload CUC application form, Faculty Recommendation Letter, Passport Scan and Passport-size face photo (32mm X 42mm)
Once accepted to the program, you will be required to submit a $300 non-refundable, non-transferable confirmation deposit to secure your spot. Spaces will not be held for accepted applicants without a confirmation deposit.
The College reserves the right to withdraw this offering if it fails to generate sufficient enrollment. Participants should be guided by this policy when making travel arrangements. Emerson College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution.
International Applicants
In order to pursue a course of study at a U.S. institution of higher education, you need to maintain an appropriate immigration status. Please consult with David Griffin, Director of International Study and External Programs.
Apply
You must log into your EcNet account with your EcNet username (firstname_lastname ex: john_smith) to successfully complete the online application.
Students with Disabilities or Special Needs
Students who wish to participate in an Emerson external program or activity must be physically and mentally able, with or without reasonable accommodations, to fully and safely participate in the program or activity. Students who suffer from a physical or mental disability and wish to request accommodations that might enable them to fully and safely participate should contact Emerson College's Disability Services Office at dso@emerson.edu.
Students with a documented disability or special need should discuss any anticipated accommodations well in advance of their semester with the International Study and External Programs Office and the Disability Services Office. Your documentation and diagnosis must support your requests for special arrangements or accommodations.
Please be aware that not all disabilities can readily be accommodated abroad and that the laws are different in other countries. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not extend beyond the boundaries of the United States.
