Study in the U.S.A. - Southeast (in English) - ISEP Exchange
As an ISEP student, you can build your own program by choosing your courses from a variety of fields. Use the notes for course searching to help you find which courses are available. Some of Frostburg's unique fields of study in Wildlife and Fisheries; and Recreation and Parks Management.
HOUSING
ISEP students are assigned among 5 different on-campus housing buildings that offer double occupancy rooms. Limited cooking facilities are provided. Students who want a small or large single room must request this in advance of arrival and must pay the additional upgrade fees.
All housing buildings have community kitchens and micro-fridges in the bedrooms.
Housing on campus will be provided at no extra cost during vacation periods, provided the student submits a Request To Stay On Campus Form to the Residence Life Office.
MEALS
The Silver Meal Plan comes with 19 meals per week and $100 bonus bucks that can be spent at on-campus dining locations.
Meals are not provided in the dining hall when the university is closed for vacation breaks.
*Calendar Year students are not eligible for ISEP housing and meal benefits over the summer break.
Course Description
Use the course catalog to research classes.
All courses available for ISEP Students are taught in English and are at the Undergraduate level.
Students interested in service-learning or volunteer opportunities can find opportunities through Frostburg's Civic Engagement, as well as clubs and organizations on campus.
Credits Earned
Students who complete the program in good standing can expect to earn 12-15 U.S. credits. Students typically enroll in 4-5 courses per term. A term runs for about 15 weeks. To determine how these credits convert at your home institution, please contact your home university coordinator.
If you use financial assistance, please speak with your home coordinator to understand your academic obligations and the requirements for using financial assistance.
Sample Classes Available:
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Business |
Computer Science |
Natural Resources/Conservation
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Psychology |
Visual and Performing Arts |
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International Accounting |
Software Applications for Business |
Introduction to Environmental Science |
Death and Dying |
Crafts Workshop |
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Legal Environment of Business |
Web Design and Development |
Earth, Wind and Fire: An Environmental Science Approach to Natural Hazards and Disasters |
Psychology of Couples |
Artistic Traditions: Asia |
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American Economic History |
Artificial Intelligence |
Geography of Maryland |
Forensic Psychology |
Women/Gender and the Visual Arts |
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International Trade |
Interactive Computer Graphics |
Oceanography |
Animal Learning and Cognition |
Music of Africa, Asia and the Americas |
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Entrepreneurial Business Plan |
Operating Systems Concepts |
Sustainable Agriculture |
Addictions Treatment Delivery |
Acting: Analysis and Performance |
For detailed instructions on how to search for all available courses, please click on the "other academic conditions" dropdown link below.
Academics
Other Academic Conditions
Academics
How to search for courses.
• Click on the Website for Course Availability (course catalog)
• Click “Courses” on the left-hand menu
• Click the subject drop-downs to see which courses are offered in that area of study
• Make sure you are looking at the most recent academic year's course offerings.
Academic Calendar
• Typical Fall Schedule: Last week of August – Early-mid December
o Arrive: Late-August
o Courses Start: Late-August
o Courses End: Early-mid December
o Exams: Mid-December
• Typical Spring Schedule: Late January – Mid-Late May
o Arrival: Mid-Late January
o Courses Start: Mid-Late January
o Courses End: Mid-May
o Exams: Mid-Late May
Departure Notes
Students are responsible for staying until the end of the semester and may not leave before the final date of their semester exams. Neither ISEP nor Frostburg can guarantee an early departure; leaving early may result in a failing exam grade and/or forfeit of credit.
PASSPORT: All students must have a valid passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a valid passport, we suggest you start the application process as soon as possible.
VISA: All non-U.S. citizens will be required to obtain a visa. For more information on the process and estimated cost, please review the ISEP Country Handbook here.
Semester & Prices (based on your filters)
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