Stonehill International Exchange

Note: In order to obtain an Australia visa, participants must purchase health insurance from the Australian government in addition to the mandatory OSU study abroad insurance coverage.

Important Dates

Orientation: Mid July

Classes start: Late July

End of term: Mid November

June 2023: Aarhus is not currently available. Please check with the contact below for updates.

The second largest city in Denmark, Aarhus has a history dating back to fifth-century Viking expeditions and is presently home to 326,000 inhabitants. The city is notable for its musical history, including many jazz clubs fueled by the young population. Aarhus University is Scandinavia's largest university.

Note: In order to obtain a Danish student residency permit, you must appear in person at the San Francisco consulate.

Important Dates

Orientation: Late August

Classes start: Early September

End of term: By December 23

Spring term only.

Bad Mergentheim is located in Baden Wurttemburg, the southwestern-most state in Germany. With the discovery of natural springs in 1826, Mergentheim was awarded the title of "spa" town (or "bad" in German). Most of the campus of DHBW is located in a castle built in 1525. Courses taken during the spring exchange term are attended by both international and German students. There also is a fall term Germany exchange option available at a different DHBW campus located in Mosbach.

Note: In order to obtain a German study permit, participants must purchase health insurance from an approved German provider in addition to the mandatory OSU study abroad insurance coverage.

Important Dates

Orientation: Late March

Classes start: Late March

End of term: End of June

For many years a popular option for students has been to study and live in Vienna, a city roughly the size of Portland, Oregon (1.7 million). Historic — Vienna was the capital city of the Habsburg Empire, and artistic — Vienna has important medieval, Baroque and Gründerzeit architecture and became universally recognized as the capital of European music, this capital city of Austria has all the look and intrigue of old Europe.

Important Dates

Orientation: Recommended to attend "Orientation & Cultural Program," begins early September. There also is an option to take a German language class during this time.

If not participating in the cultural and/or language program, arrive by late September.

Classes start: Beginning of October

End of term: By December 23

Santiago is the cultural, political and financial center of Chile. With steady economic growth, the city is now home to a growing theater and restaurant scene, dozens of shopping centers and a rising skyline, including the tallest building in Latin America. The university was founded in 1842 and is the oldest and most prestigious in the country. Please note that the start date is in mid-July for fall term.

Important Dates

Orientation: Mid July

Classes start: Late July

End of term: Early December

A vibrant shopper's paradise, Hong Kong is a former British protectorate, and lively, food-lover's dream locale. It is a bustling port city and financial center famed for its tower studded skyline.

Important Dates

Orientation: Mid August

Classes start: Late August

End of term: Early December

An affordable alternative for the budget conscious student, Brno is the second largest city in the Czech Republic by population and area, the largest Moravian city and the historical capital city of the Margraviate of Moravia. This picturesque city borders wine producing regions, boasts numerous museums, and is home to 378,000 residents.

Note: In order to obtain a Czech visa, participants must purchase health insurance from a recommended provider in the Czech Republic in addition to the mandatory OSU study abroad insurance coverage. This insurance information will need to be in the Czech language for the visa application.

Important Dates

Orientation: Early September

Classes start: Mid September

End of term: By December 23

Fall term only.

The town of Mosbach is located in the famous Neckar Valley of Baden Wurttemburg, the southwestern-most state in Germany. Mosbach's cosy atmosphere, picturesque half-timbered houses, and bustling sidewalk cafes bear witness to an almost 1,200-year history. Courses taken during the Fall exchange term are attended by both international and German students. There also is a spring term Germany exchange option available at a different DHBW campus located in Bad Mergentheim (which also has internship opportunities for students with third-year college level German language proficiency).

Note: In order to obtain a German study permit, participants must purchase health insurance from an approved German provider in addition to the mandatory OSU study abroad insurance coverage.

Important Dates

Orientation: Early September

Classes start: Mid September

End of term: By December 23

Situated on the Waal River, close to the German border, Nijmegen celebrated 2000 years of existence in 2005. With 168,000 residents, university students may feel at home on bicycle or crossing the river on one of 38 ferry crossings that dot the winding Waal. Castle ruins and ancient Roman artifacts may be found around this region. Radboud University is considered one of the more rigorous exchange programs.

Note: In order to obtain a Netherlands study permit, participants must purchase health insurance from an approved Netherlands provider in addition to the mandatory OSU study abroad insurance coverage.

Important Dates

Orientation: Mid August

Classes start: Late August

End of term: By December 23

Home to 85,000 residents, Kristiansand's ancient history includes 6,500-year-old human artifacts and remains as well as beautiful churches and historic homes. Located near the Baltic Sea, the temperate climate brings tourists from the surrounding region to the area's sunny beaches in summer.

Note: Students may be required to appear in person at the San Francisco consulate. Obtaining the required visa/permit is a possibility after arriving in Norway but is not always the recommended procedure.

Important Dates

Orientation: Early August

Classes start: Mid August

End of term: Mid December

Singapore, an island city-state off southern Malaysia, is a global financial center with a tropical climate and diverse population. In circa-1820 Chinatown stands the red-and-gold Buddha’s Tooth Relic Temple; Little India offers colorful souvenirs, and Arab Street is lined with fabric shops.

Important Dates

Orientation: Early August

Classes start: Mid August

End of term: Mid December

Murcia, founded in 831, is located on the southeast Iberian peninsula on the Segura River. Murcia’s 250 kilometers of coast is aptly called La Costa Cálida (Hot One), during summer months especially, but is also referred to as "Europe's orchard" for its production of many fruits, vegetables and flowers. With more than 3,000 hours of sunshine each year, this multicultural capital city of 440,000 is also a university town where tradition and modernity harmoniously coexist.

Note: In order to obtain a visa for Spain, participants must appear in person at the San Francisco consulate prior to departure in order to apply for their visa. Information on this will be provided, but this is an additional cost to participants. Also — although knowledge of the Spanish language is not required to succeed academically — applicants will be required to write a short essay in Spanish as part of the University of Murcia application (this process occurs after being accepted into the exchange program by the College of Business). The Spanish essay requirement is implemented to encourage students to understand that interactions outside of the classroom may require basic Spanish speaking skills.

Important Dates

Orientation: Early September

Classes start: Mid September

End of term: By December 23

Lund University was established in 1666, and is situated in the south of Sweden in a city of 82,000. With an ancient and well preserved historical city center, Lund is an excellent location for exploring markets, cathedrals, historical sites and the surrounding countryside's castles and natural environment. Lund has a vibrant art, music, dance and theater culture as well.

Note: Housing in Lund is extremely difficult to obtain. It is very competitive for all students attending Lund (local and international). There are several housing companies to apply with, and they maintain waiting lists. Research housing options carefully and be prepared to set up optional housing, such as Airbnb until something more suitable comes available.

Important Dates

Orientation: Mid August

Classes start: Late August

End of term: Mid December

Chulalongkorn ("Chula") is known as the Harvard of Asia, as it is the most renowned academic institution in the region. Located in lively Bangkok, the "City of Angels," within the "Land of Smiles," this city has innumerable Buddhist temples, street markets, night life and food delicacies for the exchange visitor. It also boasts a very large contingent of enthusiastic OSU alumni, teaching at Chula and working across Thailand.

Important Dates

Orientation: Early August

Classes start: Mid August

End of term: Mid December

Applicants must meet the following requirements prior to going on a fall or spring term College of Business exchange program*:

• Have a COB GPA of 2.75 or better
• Senior standing preferred (Junior standing considered with advisor support)
  Courses taken abroad will be mainly senior level

• Completed the following courses with a C- or better
  BA 347 International Business
  BA 252 or 352 Managing Individual and Team Performance
  BA 240 or BA 360 Finance
  BA 223 or BA 390 Marketing

• No grades below a C- in any required business courses that have not been fixed

October 5 (for spring Germany exchange)

The application deadline for spring Bad Mergentheim, Germany exchange applicants.

Please note: You will enroll in BA 348 for fall term if accepted. BA 348 typically meets on Fridays.

January 20, 11:59pm (For FALL term exchange)

The application deadline for fall exchange applicants (all locations).

Please note: You will enroll in BA 348 the following spring term if accepted. BA 348 typically meets on Fridays.

IMDD and business minors may apply for the College of Business exchange program. Priority is given to business majors. IMDD and minor students, if accepted to go on the exchange, will not earn the international business option.

There will be a $50 application fee charged by OSU's Office of Global Opportunities (OSU GO) to complete the OSU GO application. Additionally, a $200 supported program fee will be charged by OSU GO, once accepted to study abroad.