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CSE Global Engineering Education Exchange

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Global Eᵌ is a multinational consortium of over 70 schools of engineering in the United States and internationally. The consortium provides a vehicle for engineering student exchange in over 20 countries. The organization is managed globally by the Institute of International Education, and by the College of Science & Engineering at the University of Minnesota—Twin Cities.

Israel Program Suspension: While the Technion—Israel Institute of Technology has been a partner with the University of Minnesota for many years, no students are approved for study abroad or other University-purpose travel in Israel until further notice given the state of war and the cessation of travel insurance by our provider of coverage for faculty and students.

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Program Details

Location
Location
Argentina, Australia, Belgium, China, Colombia, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, Indonesia, Israel (Currently Suspended), Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
Term
Term
Academic Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
Housing
Housing
Apartment
Dormitory
Sponsor
Sponsor
College of Science & Engineering

Program Eligibility

Student Type
Student Type
UofM Students
Student Year
Student Year
Juniors
Seniors
GPA
GPA
Varies. Candidates must be in good academic standing.
Language Prerequisite
Language Prerequisite
No Language Prerequisite

About

College of Science & Engineering exchange programs offers you the opportunity to take engineering and science courses taught in English at science and engineering universities abroad.

This program is coordinated by the College of Science & Engineering. You must apply for the program through the College of Science & Engineering International Programs.

You receive transfer credit for the courses you take. Your grades do not factor into your University of Minnesota GPA. Consult the Learning Abroad Center's Academic Policies for more information.

This program is administered by College of Science & Engineering and open to CSE students only. Applications are processed by the Learning Abroad Center.

Program Model

Exchange
University Study

Application Deadline

This program is open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. GPA requirements vary by institution. You must apply through the College of Science & Engineering.

Each campus has their own academic calendar. Review the host university’s calendar in the brochure available on the Global Eᵌ website.

The IIE application deadlines are:

  • October 1 for Spring Semester
  • March 1 for Fall Semester or full Academic Year

Potential candidates must be approved and nominated by CSE at least two weeks before the IIE deadlines to make sure that you have enough time to complete the IIE process. Early planning is highly encouraged. You may want to pursue alternative options for study abroad, since a Global Eᵌ placement is not guaranteed.

Academics

Begin by learning more about the Global Eᵌ organization and process. Not every school accepts students every semester, and host universities make the final acceptance decisions. Some schools will have second language expectations, and some will not. Start by researching partner profiles on the Global Eᵌ website for an overview, then visit specific university websites to continue your research.

The Global Engineering Education Exchange (Global Eᵌ) is truly a global organization. Member universities reside in countries including Argentina, Australia, Belgium, China, Colombia, Egypt, Denmark, France, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom.

Global Eᵌ is a multinational consortium of more 70 schools of engineering in the United States and internationally. The consortium provides a vehicle for engineering student exchange in more than 20 countries. The organization is managed globally by the Institute of International Education and the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

After you've chosen a program and identified the courses you want to take, departmental and college advisers can evaluate whether or not the course work can be used toward your major or to meet other requirements.

It's important to be somewhat flexible in planning your courses. Sometimes course information isn't immediately available, so you may need to correspond directly with the host university.

Review courses that may be documented in the Transfer Evaluation System (TES). Begin collecting course syllabi from your target campus and submit to TES. You will receive transfer credit and you must take at least 12 credits per semester.

More Information

As an applicant for this exchange, you must be endorsed by the College of Science and Engineering. For additional information, check out the program-specific CSE: Global Engineering Education Exchange website, and/or contact CSE International Programs.

Spring 2025—United Kingdom

CSE Global Engineering Education Exchange: United Kingdom - U of Leeds

Spring Semester 2025

Program Fee

  • UofM students pay program fee instead of on-campus tuition & fees while abroad
  • Billed through UofM account
Non-refundable deposit $400
Tuition and educational costs $10,057
International health insurance $308
Housing and/or meals $0
Transportation (if required and included in program fee) $0
Total Program Fee $10,765
Program discount for University of Minnesota and Big Ten students, if applicable $0
Total Program Fee with discount, if applicable $10,765

Estimated Additional Expenses

  • Financial aid-eligible but not included in program fee
Costs Typically Incurred Prior to Departure These costs may need to be paid before your financial aid is disbursed for your term abroad.
Transportation to and from program site $1,500
Passport/photos $150
Visa/required documents $0
Travel clinic/immunizations* $0
Housing deposit $0
Total Estimated Cost Incurred Prior to Departure $1,650
Costs Typically Incurred After Arrival in Host Country
Texts/materials $300
Housing and/or meals not included in program fee $6,000
Essential daily living expenses $1,800
Total Estimated Cost Incurred After Arrival in Host Country $8,100

Total Estimated Cost of Participation

  • UofM students—compare this to your estimated on campus cost of attendance
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $20,515
Spending money and personal travel Not included in financial aid calculation $1,000
Additional Notes & Information
* Immunizations Note: This estimate is based on approximate cost of travel-related vaccinations and medications required for entry or recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your costs may be higher or lower depending on your travel clinic, the specific immunizations and medication prescribed, and your insurance coverage.

Spring 2024—Italy

CSE Global Engineering Education Exchange: Italy - Politecnico di Milano, Milan

Spring Semester 2024

Program Fee

  • UofM students pay program fee instead of on-campus tuition & fees while abroad
  • Billed through UofM account
Non-refundable deposit $400
Tuition and educational costs $9,526
International health insurance $294
Housing and/or meals $0
Transportation (if required and included in program fee) $0
Total Program Fee $10,220
Program discount for University of Minnesota and Big Ten students, if applicable $0
Total Program Fee with discount, if applicable $10,220

Estimated Additional Expenses

  • Financial aid-eligible but not included in program fee
Costs Typically Incurred Prior to Departure These costs may need to be paid before your financial aid is disbursed for your term abroad.
Transportation to and from program site $1,400
Passport/photos $150
Visa/required documents $240
Travel clinic/immunizations* $0
Housing deposit $0
Total Estimated Cost Incurred Prior to Departure $1,790
Costs Typically Incurred After Arrival in Host Country
Texts/materials $250
Housing and/or meals not included in program fee $4,800
Essential daily living expenses $1,700
Total Estimated Cost Incurred After Arrival in Host Country $6,750

Total Estimated Cost of Participation

  • UofM students—compare this to your estimated on campus cost of attendance
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $18,760
Spending money and personal travel Not included in financial aid calculation $1,000
Additional Notes & Information
* Immunizations Note: This estimate is based on approximate cost of travel-related vaccinations and medications required for entry or recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your costs may be higher or lower depending on your travel clinic, the specific immunizations and medication prescribed, and your insurance coverage.

Spring 2024—Netherlands

CSE Global Engineering Education Exchange: Netherlands - U of Twente, Enschede

Spring Semester 2024

Program Fee

  • UofM students pay program fee instead of on-campus tuition & fees while abroad
  • Billed through UofM account
Non-refundable deposit $400
Tuition and educational costs $9,520
International health insurance $300
Housing and/or meals $0
Transportation (if required and included in program fee) $0
Total Program Fee $10,220
Program discount for University of Minnesota and Big Ten students, if applicable $0
Total Program Fee with discount, if applicable $10,220

Estimated Additional Expenses

  • Financial aid-eligible but not included in program fee
Costs Typically Incurred Prior to Departure These costs may need to be paid before your financial aid is disbursed for your term abroad.
Transportation to and from program site $1,500
Passport/photos $150
Visa/required documents $227
Travel clinic/immunizations* $0
Housing deposit $0
Total Estimated Cost Incurred Prior to Departure $1,877
Costs Typically Incurred After Arrival in Host Country
Texts/materials $250
Housing and/or meals not included in program fee $4,800
Essential daily living expenses $1,500
Total Estimated Cost Incurred After Arrival in Host Country $6,550

Total Estimated Cost of Participation

  • UofM students—compare this to your estimated on campus cost of attendance
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $18,647
Spending money and personal travel Not included in financial aid calculation $1,000
Additional Notes & Information
* Immunizations Note: This estimate is based on approximate cost of travel-related vaccinations and medications required for entry or recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your costs may be higher or lower depending on your travel clinic, the specific immunizations and medication prescribed, and your insurance coverage.

Academic Year 2023-24—Japan

CSE Global Engineering Education Exchange: Japan - Tohoku U, Sendai

Academic Yr Fall 2023/Spring 2024

Program Fee

  • UofM students pay program fee instead of on-campus tuition & fees while abroad
  • Billed through UofM account
Non-refundable deposit $400
Tuition and educational costs $9,125
International health insurance $600
Housing and/or meals $0
Transportation (if required and included in program fee) $0
Total Program Fee $10,125
Program discount for University of Minnesota and Big Ten students, if applicable $0
Total Program Fee with discount, if applicable $10,125

Estimated Additional Expenses

  • Financial aid-eligible but not included in program fee
Costs Typically Incurred Prior to Departure These costs may need to be paid before your financial aid is disbursed for your term abroad.
Transportation to and from program site $2,000
Passport/photos $150
Visa/required documents $60
Travel clinic/immunizations* $0
Housing deposit $0
Total Estimated Cost Incurred Prior to Departure $2,210
Costs Typically Incurred After Arrival in Host Country
Texts/materials $400
Housing and/or meals not included in program fee $8,000
Essential daily living expenses $4,500
Total Estimated Cost Incurred After Arrival in Host Country $12,900

Total Estimated Cost of Participation

  • UofM students—compare this to your estimated on campus cost of attendance
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $25,235
Spending money and personal travel Not included in financial aid calculation $1,000
Additional Notes & Information
* Immunizations Note: This estimate is based on approximate cost of travel-related vaccinations and medications required for entry or recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your costs may be higher or lower depending on your travel clinic, the specific immunizations and medication prescribed, and your insurance coverage.

Academic Year 2023-24—France

CSE Global Engineering Education Exchange: France - U of Tech. of Troyes, Troyes

Academic Yr Fall 2023/Spring 2024

Program Fee

  • UofM students pay program fee instead of on-campus tuition & fees while abroad
  • Billed through UofM account
Non-refundable deposit $400
Tuition and educational costs $9,125
International health insurance $540
Housing and/or meals $0
Transportation (if required and included in program fee) $0
Total Program Fee $10,065
Program discount for University of Minnesota and Big Ten students, if applicable $0
Total Program Fee with discount, if applicable $10,065

Estimated Additional Expenses

  • Financial aid-eligible but not included in program fee
Costs Typically Incurred Prior to Departure These costs may need to be paid before your financial aid is disbursed for your term abroad.
Transportation to and from program site $1,400
Passport/photos $150
Visa/required documents $110
Travel clinic/immunizations* $0
Housing deposit $0
Total Estimated Cost Incurred Prior to Departure $1,660
Costs Typically Incurred After Arrival in Host Country
Texts/materials $110
Housing and/or meals not included in program fee $5,500
Essential daily living expenses $2,000
Total Estimated Cost Incurred After Arrival in Host Country $7,610

Total Estimated Cost of Participation

  • UofM students—compare this to your estimated on campus cost of attendance
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $19,335
Spending money and personal travel Not included in financial aid calculation $1,000
Additional Notes & Information
* Immunizations Note: This estimate is based on approximate cost of travel-related vaccinations and medications required for entry or recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your costs may be higher or lower depending on your travel clinic, the specific immunizations and medication prescribed, and your insurance coverage.

Fall 2023—Sweden

CSE Global Engineering Education Exchange: Sweden - Lund U, Lund

Fall Semester 2023

Program Fee

  • UofM students pay program fee instead of on-campus tuition & fees while abroad
  • Billed through UofM account
Non-refundable deposit $400
Tuition and educational costs $9,125
International health insurance $300
Housing and/or meals $0
Transportation (if required and included in program fee) $0
Total Program Fee $9,825
Program discount for University of Minnesota and Big Ten students, if applicable $0
Total Program Fee with discount, if applicable $9,825

Estimated Additional Expenses

  • Financial aid-eligible but not included in program fee
Costs Typically Incurred Prior to Departure These costs may need to be paid before your financial aid is disbursed for your term abroad.
Transportation to and from program site $1,400
Passport/photos $150
Visa/required documents $110
Travel clinic/immunizations* $0
Housing deposit $0
Total Estimated Cost Incurred Prior to Departure $1,660
Costs Typically Incurred After Arrival in Host Country
Texts/materials $250
Housing and/or meals not included in program fee $4,000
Essential daily living expenses $1,500
Total Estimated Cost Incurred After Arrival in Host Country $5,750

Total Estimated Cost of Participation

  • UofM students—compare this to your estimated on campus cost of attendance
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $17,235
Spending money and personal travel Not included in financial aid calculation $1,000
Additional Notes & Information
* Immunizations Note: This estimate is based on approximate cost of travel-related vaccinations and medications required for entry or recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your costs may be higher or lower depending on your travel clinic, the specific immunizations and medication prescribed, and your insurance coverage.

Prepare

Complete pre-application advising.

Be aware: All programs require a $50 application fee. This fee will be charged to your student account upon submission of an online application.

It is your responsibility to apply directly to the College of Science & Engineering and your host institution. Be sure to work with CSE to give yourself enough time to prepare the required documents. Once you have been accepted by CSE and your host institution, you may proceed with the LAC online application process. Please contact CSE International Programs with questions about applying for this CSE exchange.

To complete the online application for this program, you will need to select or provide the following information on the online application:

Apply

Once CSE has nominated you for the program, you will receive a link to the Learning Abroad Center's application system by email. You must complete this application to enter yourself in the Learning Abroad Center's system. This ensures that you retain your U of M student status while abroad, as well as access to financial aid, international insurance, etc.

Complete

Once you submit your application, you will receive an email notification confirming that your application was received and that you are now in the Learning Abroad Center's system. Once you are accepted to your host university, you will be assigned a confirmation checklist, which will include the following items:

  • First Step
  • Confirmation and Payment Agreement
  • Health Information Form
  • University of Minnesota Release and Waiver

Detailed descriptions and instructions for submitting each checklist item are included on the confirmation checklist assigned to you. You should also continue working with CSE and your host institution for pre-departure considerations.