Study in the U.S.A. - Southeast (in English) - ISEP Exchange
Virginia Wesleyan is a small liberal arts university, located a half hour from the Atlantic Ocean, with mild winters and hot summers. We offer 36 majors and 30 minors in a variety of fields. Our academic program features liberal arts disciplines, including American studies, biology, earth and environmental science, English, history, international studies, political science, psychology, visual and performing arts, and women's and gender studies. We also offer majors with professional emphases, such as business, communication, computer science, and criminal justice.
The university's signature academic experiences include independent research opportunities, annual participation in the Model United Nations in New York City, the Marine Science Program with access to the Ocean Explorer research vessel, environmental studies, theatre productions, D.C Day when courses travel to the nation's capital, study away courses to an array of US and international destinations, service learning, and an all-day symposium featuring students, known as Port Day.
Virginia Wesleyan prides itself on its small, intimate campus, which allows students to feel comfortable and at home almost immediately. Campus and city-wide transportation is limited and unreliable, so students should expect to spend the majority of their time on campus attending university events and participating in club activities. International students who would like to venture outside of campus have had success befriending local students with vehicles, as it is very difficult to get around without a car.
The university uses a four-credit system that enables students to apply classroom knowledge to hands-on experiences. Students learn by doing, connect theory to practice, and link the classroom to the outside world. As an ISEP student, you build your own academic program by choosing courses from a variety of academic fields. Use the notes for course searching to help you find which courses are available.
HOUSING
Students will be housed in a traditional dorm with shared rooms and shared bathroom and shower facilities.
Students will be able to stay in their own housing during vacation periods.
MEALS
Meal stipend is used on campus and is not in the form of cash. Stipend is used to buy food to cook in kitchens for some meals during the week and over breaks.
Students will have flex dollars on their student account to be able to purchase meals during vacation periods.
Course Description
ISEP students have access to a wide range of courses at Virginia Wesleyan University. Please start with the course catalog to explore your options, and then use our search engine to check for availability during your intended term of study. Please note that some courses may have prerequisites. Additionally, Virginia Wesleyan does not offer English for non-native speakers (ESL) or supplemental courses for non-native English speakers.
Academics
Other Academic Conditions
Incoming students may take classes in all areas but some courses may have prerequisities. Education and Social Work have additional requirements that may prohibit students from taking classes in these areas. All graduate-level courses are closed to incoming students.
Please review the academic requirements listed below before applying.
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.
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