Exchange Students

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION?
HOW ABOUT RIGHT NOW!

Exchange Student Requirements

In order to be accepted into our International Exchange Program all international students must be recommended by their home institution. Wesleyan's Admissions Office is eager to help and make this process as simple as possible. Please contact us at admissions@wesleyancollege.edu or (478) 757-5206 and we will be happy to help.

STEP 1: Apply

Complete the FREE application here.

STEP 2: Submit Documents
  • College/University Transcripts (In English and adapted to the 4.0 American grade scale)
  • English Language Proficiency: If English is not your native language; we recommend you to take any of these tests. 
    • TOEFL IBT 80 (Internet based); 213 (Computer base); 550 (Paper base) Wesleyan's identification code for the TOEFL 5895
    • IELTS 6.0 overall or 5.5 sub-scores
    • GTEC CBT: 1190 (Internet based)
    • Duolingo English Test 100
  • Proof of Financial Ability to Pay: Exchange student must show evidence that they are able to pay for their entire program of study at Wesleyan College; the tuition, room and board, fees, health insurance and personal expenses.
    • Provide photocopy of your passport displaying your photo and name.
    • Bank statement (s) supplied must be showing sufficient funds for the last three months showing regular deposits, account holders name, with current balance greater than the amount listed on the Certification of Finance.

Your application supporting documents can be sent to admissions@wesleyancollege.edu 

STEP 3: Secure Your Spot

Once accepted, secure your spot in the class by submitting the $100 Housing Deposit. The deposit is non-refundable after May 1. You may deposit here.

STEP 4: Pre-Arrival Information
  • J-1: After being accepted at Wesleyan College and with the $100 Housing deposit paid, the Office of Admission will issue your DS-2019 form. You can deposit your housing deposit here.
  • International Mailing Service: We will mail you your J-1 form with acceptance letter using the UEMS courier.
  • Pay the SEVIS I-901 Fee: After receiving your DS-2019 form, pay the SEVIS I-901 fee and print your receipt FMJfee.com. You must pay this fee before you schedule your J-1 visa interview.
  • Apply for a J-1 student visa: Apply and schedule your J-1 Visa interview with a U.S. embassy or consular office in your area. Please visit the U.S. State.
    For more information about the J-1 visa process please visit the official Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs
  • Visa Appointment: Please bring all documents to your interview. These will include your DS-2019 form, acceptance letter, bank statement(s), certification of finance, passport, receipts of all fees paid, and any additional supporting documents that may be requested by the consular office.  
  • Entering the US: You can only enter the US up to 30 days before the program start date on your DS-2019; not earlier!
  • Final city destination: Purchase a plane ticket to Hartsfield-Jackson, Atlanta International Airport. This will be your final city destination.
  • Airport Transportation: Wesleyan will provide free airport transportation from both international and local terminals to the campus. Please send your flight itinerary before traveling to Helena Xia at hxia@wesleyancollege.edu
  • International Orientation: Attendance is mandatory. It will include information on US laws and social customs, and academic counseling. Other events will also take place at this time to welcome new students.
STEP 5: Important Dates and Deadlines
Deadlines - Spring 2022
  • October 14, 2021  Application deadline
  • October 21  Last day to submit application supporting documents
  • October 29 Last day to submit $100 Housing Deposit
  • January 6-7, 2022  These are the only two dates available for arrival and move in. If you arrive earlier than these dates you will have to pay for your own accommodations off campus. If for any reason you are unable to move in on these dates, notify us INMEDIATELY at hxia@wesleyancollege.edu
  • January 8  International Orientation -  Attendance is mandatory
  • January 10-May 10  Spring term

Note: If you missed the application deadline, please contact Yasmin Pineda for more information at  ypineda@wesleyancollege.edu

Deadlines - Fall 2022
  • May 16 Application deadline
  • May 30  Last day to submit application supporting documents
  • June 17 Last day to submit $100 Housing Deposit
  • August 9, 10, 11 These are the only two days available to Arrival and Moving in. If you arrive earlier than these dates you will have to pay for your own accommodations off campus. If for any reason you are unable to move in on these dates, notify us INMEDIATELY at hxia@wesleyancollege.edu
  • August 12 International Orientation -  Attendance is mandatory
  • August-December Fallpring term

Note: If you missed the application deadline, please contact Yasmin Pineda for more information at  ypineda@wesleyancollege.edu

Deadlines - Spring 2023
  • October 10, 2022  Application deadline
  • October 18  Last day to submit application supporting documents
  • October 25 Last day to submit $100 Housing Deposit
  • January 5-6, 2023  These are the only two dates available for arrival and move in. If you arrive earlier than these dates you will have to pay for your own accommodations off campus. If for any reason you are unable to move in on these dates, notify us INMEDIATELY at hxia@wesleyancollege.edu
  • January 7  International Orientation -  Attendance is mandatory
  • January7-May7  Spring term

Note: If you missed the application deadline, please contact Yasmin Pineda for more information at  ypineda@wesleyancollege.edu

Estimated cost of attendance per semester 

Fall 2021/Spring 2022

Tuition up to  $2,000
Room and board $5,338
Student Fee  $600

Fall 2022 or Spring 2023

Tuition up to  $2,000
Room and board $5,498
Student Fee  $600

General Information

  • Students are required to live on campus. 
  • Room and board price includes a 19-meal plan per week 
  • Institutional fee includes textbooks/course materials 
  • Medical insurance is mandatory for our all international students. Once you are enroll we will provide you more information. We will provide cost per semester.
Full tuition scholarships are available.

Wesleyan offers two full tuition scholarships. Your home institution will decide which student will be awarded if there are more than two students attending.

You can register for a minimum of 12 credits hours and a maximum of 18 credits hours per semester. With 19 credits or more an additional fee of $525 per credit will be added.

Note: The requirements and costs may change according on the agreement with your home institution. If you see something different it may work for another students.

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90% OF WOMEN’S COLLEGE ALUMNAE BELIEVE THE FINANCIAL INVESTMENT IN THEIR EDUCATION WAS WORTHWHILE AND THAT THE INTELLECTUAL AND PERSONAL CAPACITIES THEY GAINED ARE STILL EXTREMELY IMPORTANT TO THEM.

 

FOREVER FIRST FOR WOMEN. FOREVER FIRST FOR YOU.

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YASMIN PINEDA
International Admission Counselor

As an International Admission Counselor at Wesleyan College, Yasmin understands how overwhelming it can be as an international student. She is ready to guide you through the steps of application all the way through to your arrival on campus. Please contact Yasmin with any questions you may have about Wesleyan.

Yasmin Pineda
Email: ypineda@wesleyancollege.edu
Phone: (478) 757-3999
WeChat ID: panamawc10

 

 

 

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