MSU Students

Forms

Applicants are required to submit two letters of recommendation from an academic advisor, instructor, or employer. 

Students applying to institutions in French-speaking Canadian schools or Spanish-speaking Puerto Rican schools must also submit a Language Proficiency Form. 

Testimonial

My exchange at UPR Mayaguez through NSE has been the most incredible, transformative experience of college—no, my life. I made close friends, improved my Spanish significantly, learned how to dance salsa and bomba, visited beautiful places, embraced a different culture/lifestyle, and learned a lot about myself and who I want to be.

Because of this experience, I am a better version of myself, and I have a new home that will always welcome me back. I am forever grateful that NSE allowed me to spend two semesters in practically another country without a financial burden.”

Shanika Musser (Host: UPR Mayaguez/Fall 2019 - Spring 2020)

Benefits of NSE

"We value open-mindedness and cross-cultural engagement, and we strive to foster learning, understanding, respect, and a sense of community among all people. We believe that participating in a collegiate study-away experience enhances education and enriches student growth.”

-- National Student Exchange

  • Broaden perspectives and gain an understanding cultural differences

  • Build meaningful connections and make new friends

  • Explore new academic areas and disciplines

  • Live in a different region

  • Investigate graduate school oppourtunities

  • Explore potential career and employment paths

  • Access new courses not offered at MSU

  • Develop independence and personal growth

  • Strengthen creative thinking, effective reasoning, and reflective skills