Study Abroad

Incoming Exchange Students

J-1 Incoming Exchange Student Admissions

  1. Only students from our exchange partner universities can participate in the exchange program. Our current exchange partners are: 
  • France: Paris School of Business
  • Germany: Hochschule Biberach
  • Germany: Leibniz University Hannover
  • Spain: Public University of Navarre
  • South Korea: Dankook University
  • South Korea: University of Ulsan
  • Taiwan: National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
  • Taiwan: National Yunlin University of Science and Technology
  • UK: Strathclyde University, Scotland

     2. Check eligibility and requirements with the exchange program coordinator at your university.  Have your coordinator nominate you to Cal Poly Pomona by the exchange deadline:
               Fall: March 15
               Spring: September 15


  1. Copy of Passport page showing your photo, full legal name, and place of birth
  2. Proof of Financial Support - A current bank letter or statement in English must accompany your application showing at least $10,000 U.S. dollars on deposit for each semester (term) you will attend Cal Poly Pomona.
  3. Official Transcripts (in English)
  4. Passport Size Photo (Size 2 inches x 2 inches) 
  5. Official TOEFL Score
    • All students must include proof of English language proficiency by submitting a recent computer-based TOEFL test score of at least 71 internet-based, 197 computer-based, or 527-530 paper-based.
    • Students from the following countries are exempt: Australia, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, and the U.K. More information about the TOEFL test can be found at http://www.ets.org/toefl/

  • After nomination, CPP will invite you to apply via a private application link.
  • Acceptance and offer Letter will be issued to accepted students along with DS-2019 document.
  • Student applies for J-1 student exchange visa in home country.

After Being Accepted

  • We will contact you to make the necessary arrangements for your study here at Cal Poly Pomona.
  • Exchange students normally choose to stay at our Village Apartments due to its close proximity to campus.  The Village Apartments holds some spaces specifically for our exchange students, however you are also welcome to find your own accommodations, but please keep in mind the distance and travel times to campus. Please apply for housing ONLY after receiving your acceptance letter and student identification number.
  • Health Insurance Coverage. You must have health insurance coverage for your entire length of stay in the United States.  Further information about insurance will be provided after acceptance. 
    • Students are required to purchase an approved policy through the Cal Poly Pomona International Center upon arrival at a competitive premium of approximately $650 per semester (this fee is subject to change)
  • How to Purchase health insurance with Cal Poly Pomona. {More information coming soon.}

  • Bring the following to the International Center, Building 1, Room 104 once you arrive: 
  • Attend exchange student orientation (Dates are TBA)

J-1 Incoming Exchange Student Estimated Expenses

 

Living on -Campus
Tuition and fees* (Fees only, tuition is waived for exchange partners) $850
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment $450
Living expenses, including food and housing costs $6000
Miscellaneous, personal expenses $2000
Transportation $700
TOTAL $10,000

 

 

NOTE: All exchange students are excluded from paying campus tuition.
*Students on exchange via bilateral exchange agreements directly with Cal Poly Pomona are only responsible for the Student Success Fee. All other exchange students are responsible for paying all campus fees. Please see the term schedule of fees here.

Other Information

If you have any questions regarding the exchange program, you can email exchangeprograms@cpp.edu for more information. 

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College of the Extended University Study Abroad
3801 W. Temple Ave.
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Pomona CA 91768
https://www.cpp.edu/studyabroad
Phone: 909-869-3267
Email
: studyabroad@cpp.edu
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