Applying as an Exchange Student

Students nominated to University of Portland through an approved exchange partner program should submit a Transfer Application and plan to attend the University in J-1 Exchange Visitor visa status. Read on to learn more about the steps to apply as a short-term exchange student.

Checklist for Exchange Students

• Transfer Application
  
  • There is no application fee
• Official University Transcripts
  • Transcripts should be sent directly from your university by post mail or email to intl-adm@up.edu
• Essay (for Nursing majors only)
• Copy of Passport Biographical Page
• English Proficiency Exam (for non-native English speakers)
  • The institutional TOEFL and CEFR scores can be accepted from exchange partner universities.
  • Minimum score requirements and further information is available at our English Proficiency Requirements page.
• Financial Support Documents
  • Documents should demonstrate enough support to cover room and meal plan (double occupancy and meal plan 2 recommended), student activities fee, health and counseling fee, and books (approximately $200).
  • Students studying for one semester need only demonstrate funds for one semester. Students studying for two semesters should show support for the full academic year. 

Mailing address for application documents:

International Student Services
University of Portland
5000 N Willamette Blvd 
Portland, OR 97203
USA

Application documents may also be emailed from exchange partner universities to International Student Services at: intl-adm@up.edu. 

Timeline

Application Deadlines

April 1
Fall Semester applications due (classes held late-August through mid-December)
October 15
Spring Semester applications due (classes held mid-January through early-May)

Academic Calendar

Exchange Student Resources

• English Proficiency Requirements
• UP Academic Programs
• Tuition & Fees
• Dynamic Course Schedule
• Next Steps for Admitted Exchange Students
• Approved UP Exchange Partner Programs
• During Your Stay & Return Home
• Contact Us
• Campus Map

Questions?
intl-adm@up.edu | 503.943.7367

The Office of International Student Services is open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.