{"id":10737,"date":"2026-06-04T14:05:23","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T19:05:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/partner\/exchange-partners\/incoming-exchange-students\/"},"modified":"2026-06-09T09:31:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T14:31:15","slug":"incoming-exchange-students","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/partner\/exchange-partners\/incoming-exchange-students\/","title":{"rendered":"Incoming Exchange Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\">If you are an exchange student who attends one of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) partner universities around the world, this is where you will begin your application!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not sure if your university has an active exchange agreement, please verify the existence of such a partnership on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/partner\/exchange-partners\/\" type=\"page\" id=\"96\">list of partner universities<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your university is not listed, please visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/international-admissions\/\" type=\"page\" id=\"47\">International Admissions page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"content_block\" id=\"custom_post_widget-10741\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading exclude-otp-nav size-h5\" id=\"h-contact\">Contact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sue Conway<\/strong><br><em>International Programs Manager<\/em><br><a href=\"mailto:conways@uwm.edu\">conways@uwm.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\"><div class=\"content_block\" id=\"custom_post_widget-2698\"><nav aria-label=\"Sidebar\" class=\"uwm-p-navigation-list uwm-p-navigation-list--gold-border \"><div class=\"uwm-p-navigation-list--title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/partner\/\">Partnerships<\/a><\/div><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/partner\/international-partnership-agreements\/\">International Partnership Agreements<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/partner\/recruitment-agency-partners\/\">Recruitment Agency Partners<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/partner\/exchange-partners\/\">Exchange Partners<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"current\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/partner\/exchange-partners\/incoming-exchange-students\/\"><span aria-current=\"page\">Incoming Exchange Students<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock uwm-p-gridblock--3\"><div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  uwm-p-gridblock--stretch\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/academics\/\" rel=\"\" target=\"\"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/600\/2022\/05\/Academic_exchange-students-scaled-1.jpg\" alt=\"Asian male student working on laptop\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\"\/><span class=\"uwm-p-block--\">Explore our academic programs<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  \"><button class=\"uwm-p-modal--launch\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-controls=\"uwm-modal-06k6rg\" data-modal-content-id=\"uwm-modal-06k6rg\" data-modal-prefix-class=\"uwm-p\" data-modal-close-text=\"Close\" data-modal-close-title=\"Close\"><span class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/600\/2022\/05\/Hear-from-our-exchange-students.jpg\" alt=\"Female student in striped shirt and glasses sitting in chair\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"\/><span class=\"uwm-p-block--video\">Hear from past exchange students<\/span><\/span><\/button><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  \"><button class=\"uwm-p-modal--launch\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-controls=\"uwm-modal-90c6zt\" data-modal-content-id=\"uwm-modal-90c6zt\" data-modal-prefix-class=\"uwm-p\" data-modal-close-text=\"Close\" data-modal-close-title=\"Close\"><span class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/600\/2022\/05\/Get-to-know-UWM-trigger.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling female white student in scarf, white male student smiling near Panther statue\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"\/><span class=\"uwm-p-block--video\">Make New Waves at UWM<\/span><\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-about-uwm\">About UWM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"lead-in\">UWM\u2019s Exchange Program is a great way to spend one semester or one year in an exciting location in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The real result of UWM\u2019s relationships with many of the best universities around the world is evident in our exchange student population. As is the case with all international experiences, the key to a successful exchange will be for you to reach out and connect with your new environment. We\u2019re here to help you with that transition and look forward to seeing you on campus!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>View our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/600\/2026\/02\/Exchange-Fact-Sheet-2026-27.docx\">Exchange Info Fact Sheet (DOCX)<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-apply\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application Deadlines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The following dates are recommended UWM application deadlines for exchange students. Meeting these deadlines is important in order to ensure that exchange students have sufficient time to process immigration paperwork, obtain housing, and register for courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>March 1 Nomination Deadline<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 March 15 Application Deadline: Fall Semester for one semester (August-December) or for an academic year (August-May)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>October 1 Nomination Deadline<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 October 15 Application Deadline: Spring Semester (January-May)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>*If your home university needs more time to nominate students, please contact Sue Conway at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:conways@uwm.edu\">conways@uwm.edu<\/a>.&nbsp;<strong>Deadlines may be flexible.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application Process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong>&nbsp;You must first be nominated by your home university. This is typically done by email. Once your home institution has nominated you for an exchange, you may apply to UWM\u2019s exchange program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong>&nbsp;Please follow the directions that you received in your exchange nomination email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To contact our office, please email&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:overseas@uwm.edu\">overseas@uwm.edu<\/a>&nbsp;or Sue Conway directly at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:conways@uwm.edu\">conways@uwm.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a2\">Information for Admitted Exchange Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have completed the application process and&nbsp;UWM&nbsp;has issued your DS-2019 immigration document you will be sent a package containing a welcome letter with your student identification number, your DS-2019 immigration document, date for arrival and mandatory orientation, and other university information. You will then need to apply for a J-1 Exchange Student visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion uwm-p-accordion--icon-left-circle\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Obtaining a J-1 Visa to Enter the U.S.<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>As an exchange student, you must obtain a J-1 Visa in order to enter the United States. The J-1 Visa can be obtained at the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.S. Consulate or Embassy in your country<\/a>. In order to obtain a J-1 Visa, you will need the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Valid passport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passport-sized photos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Acceptance letter from UWM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DS-2019 Form (this form is created by&nbsp;UWM&nbsp;and will be sent to you once your application is approved)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Financial documents showing you can cover the expenses of your stay in the United States (this amount will vary depending on your length of stay).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: This is not a comprehensive list. You should check with the consulate or embassy in your country to inquire about any additional requirements or forms you will need in order to apply for a J-1 Student Visa.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Other Important Immigration Issues<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>To fulfill the requirements of your J-1 Student Visa and UWM\u2019s exchange program, there are several guidelines you must follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Full-Time Status<\/strong><br>As an international exchange student, it is expected that you maintain full-time student status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full-time status for undergraduate students is 12-18 credits each semester<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full-time status for graduate students is 8-12 credits each semester<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Most classes are worth three credits (sometimes called units on the website).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Health Insurance<\/strong><br>You are&nbsp;<strong>required<\/strong>&nbsp;to purchase the health insurance policy that&nbsp;UWM&nbsp;has coordinated for all international students. The insurance plan is negotiated each year and the coverage dates and costs change each term. &nbsp;Students will pay for a semester or year depending on how long they will be studying at UWM. Charges are automatically applied to student\u2019s&nbsp;PAWS&nbsp;account at the beginning of each term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>UWM does not&nbsp;require&nbsp;any&nbsp;vaccinations. For a list of&nbsp;recommended&nbsp;vaccinations, please check your housing contract book. You should also plan to bring a copy of your medical records with to the U.S. in case of emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Employment<\/strong><br>J-1 Exchange students are eligible for part-time on-campus employment (20 hours per week maximum) but are&nbsp;<strong>not&nbsp;<\/strong>eligible to work off-campus. If interested in on-campus employment, please contact your advisor for more information on the employment process once you arrive on campus. You are not eligible to accept employment until you have received work authorization from UWM\u2019s International Student and Scholar Services office and obtained a Social Security card. If you would like to do an internship please contact an exchange coordinator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>International Travel<\/strong><br>In most cases, travel outside of the United States is possible during your exchange. Please log into your ISSS Connect portal and request a travel signature at least two weeks prior to your travel dates. If you don\u2019t have a signature on your DS-2019, you will be able to leave the United States but not return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Change of Address<\/strong><br>If you move during your stay in the United States you must&nbsp;update your new address in PAWS&nbsp;no later than 10 days&nbsp;after moving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Internship<\/strong><br>If you are interested in doing an internship before you return home, make sure you contact <a href=\"mailto:jgonzal@uwm.edu\">Jessica Gonzalez<\/a> as soon as possible. You MUST have permission for the internship before you start it, and there are specific conditions you must meet to maintain your visa status.&nbsp;Jessica will be happy to go over the details of the special work permission with&nbsp;an information session or individual appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Following Your Exchange Program<\/strong><br>You have 30 days to leave the United States after the date on your DS-2019.&nbsp;Once that date has passed, you will not be eligible to enter the United States again as a J-1 student.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Registering for Classes<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Use the&nbsp;online&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/\"><abbr title=\"University Wisconsin\u2013Milwaukee\">UWM<\/abbr>&nbsp;Schedule of Classes<\/a>&nbsp;to find listings of all courses offered in a particular semester. The Schedule of Classes is separated into terms (example, Fall 2024) and alphabetically by departments (example, Anthropology, Business Administration, Chemistry). You may select a term and a department. The courses that will be offered for that term are listed. After the list of courses are the times each course for that department are being offered. For example: term Fall 2024, department Business Administration, course number BUS ADM 200, Lec 101, Course 10807 may correspond with times offered TR (Tuesday, Thursday) 11:30 am \u2013 12:45 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note that not all classes may be available for you to enroll in. You are therefore advised to choose several \u201cback up\u201d classes in case you are unable to get registered for one of your primary choices. Flexibility and a couple alternate course selections are a must. Certain classes, such as Capstone courses, Professional Theater Training or Freshman Seminars, are not open to exchange students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not able to enroll in a course due to a pre-requisite course restriction, please contact&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:conways@uwm.edu\">conways@uwm.edu<\/a>&nbsp;for assistance. You will need to provide the course number, title and preferred section in your email.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Activating your PAWS Account<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>After being formally admitted to the UWM, course registration is done by accessing an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/paws\/home\/\">on-line, web-based system called PAWS&nbsp;(Panther Access to Web Services)<\/a>. To access&nbsp;PAWS&nbsp;you will need to first activate your account and establish your password. To do this you will need your 9-digit Campus ID Number beginning with 991- and your date of birth.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Entering the U.S.<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p><strong>On Arrival<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The non-immigrant visa stamp in your passport allows you to apply to enter the United States in a specific immigration category (status). Your J-1 visa stamp notifies immigration officials at your point of entry into the U.S. that you wish to enter the U.S. in the J-1 Student category. If granted permission to come into the U.S. for the purpose of being a student, your DS-2019 will be returned to you, and may or may not be stamped by immigration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I-94 Form<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i94.cbp.dhs.gov\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">I-94 forms<\/a>&nbsp;are now almost exclusively completed online. We will provide you with instructions on how to print the form when you arrive. You should keep it with all of your immigration paperwork. If you enter the United States at a land or sea border, you will receive a paper I-94 form. &nbsp;Be sure to keep this with your documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Duration of Status<\/strong><br>On your arrival stamp (usually stamped near your Visa) there should be a notation which reads \u201cD\/S\u201d. This stands for Duration of Status. This means that as long as you follow the rules established for the J-1 student, you may remain in the United States legally.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Arrival and Getting to UWM<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Whether you are traveling here alone or with fellow students, getting to UWM&#8217;s campus is relatively easy. Details can be found on our <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/services\/students\/arrival-transportation-to-campus\/\" type=\"page\" id=\"7659\">Arrival &amp; Transportation to Campus web page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Mandatory Orientation<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>You are&nbsp;<strong>required to attend a mandatory orientation session, details will be in your admission letter or sent by email after your admission<\/strong>. Upon acceptance, information will be sent to you about the date, time, and location of the orientation. Orientation is designed to inform you and the other exchange students in attendance about immigration regulations, health insurance, campus employment, health and safety, to acquaint you with UWM, and to introduce you to the culture and life of Milwaukee and some fun free-time activities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Academic Calendar<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>View <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/secu\/resources\/calendars-schedules\/\">Calendars &amp; Schedules<\/a> and select the term in which you will attend UWM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note: You should plan to stay in Milwaukee through the end of your final examination period for the term.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion uwm-p-accordion--icon-left-circle\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I can&#8217;t access my PAWS account. What should I do?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>If you are encountering problems accessing the PAWS system due to an error related to your language settings, please complete the following steps on your computer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In your internet browser, click on Tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Under Tools, click on Internet Options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Under Internet Options, click on the Languages button.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click Add and then add English (United States) [en-us].<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on English and then use the Move Up button to move it to the top of the list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click Ok.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click Apply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Close your internet browser and then open it up again.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access PAWS again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have other issues, please fill out a <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/paws\/paws-help-request\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/paws\/paws-help-request\/\">PAWS Help Request<\/a> with UWM Technical Support\u00a0or email <a href=\"mailto:help@uwm.edu\">help@uwm.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I can&#8217;t register for classes. What should I do?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>First, have you completed your Credit Agreement on your PAWS account?&nbsp;If not, please read and electronically sign the credit agreement!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Second, if you are getting an error message stating you do not meet the prerequisite course requirements, please email Sue Conway at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20251005162600\/mailto:conways@uwm.edu\">c<\/a><a href=\"mailto:conways@uwm.edu\">onways@uwm.edu<\/a>. Make sure you include&nbsp;your full name, the course number, title and section information, and your campus ID number in the email if possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Third, if you are having any other problems with your enrollment, please email Sue Conway at the email above.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What are mandatory\/segregated fees?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>All students who take classes on campus are required to pay these fees. The fees support a variety of campus activities, and provide you access to services like the fitness center, the health center, public transportation and a variety of other services. For more information on&nbsp;what these fees are and&nbsp;what they cover, navigate to the Mandatory\/Segregated Fees section on the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/finances\/finances\/estimating-your-costs\/tuition\/\">Tuition &amp; Fees web page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What are additional tuition fees?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Some departments on campus charge additional tuition for their courses.&nbsp;If the additional tuition is for course materials, you ARE required to pay them.&nbsp;If the additional tuition is extra course fees based on the academic department, you typically do not have to pay them.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Can I take online classes?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Online courses are NOT covered with your exchange agreement.&nbsp;You are required to pay all online tuition fees. In addition, you must take full-time courses (12 credits for undergraduate students, 8 credits for graduate students and 6 credits for graduate students who have a Teaching Assistantship) in addition to your online course. If the course is partially online and partially in person, you can take the course as part of your exchange agreement credits, but the courses will have additional online course fees that are not covered by the exchange agreement.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I am not a native English Speaker. What classes are recommended for me?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p><strong>*EAP 120 \u2013 Grammar and Editing in English for Multilingual Students<br>*EAP 145 \u2013 Practice in Academic Listening and Speaking<br><\/strong>EAP 420 \u2013 Advanced Reading, Writing and Grammar Tune-up for Internationals<br>EAP 435 \u2013 Advanced Listening, Speaking and Notetaking Skills for Internationals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>*If you scored below 79 on the TOEFL IBT or below 6.5 on the IELTS, we recommend you take EAP 120 and EAP 145 during your first semester at UWM.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How much will my time in the U.S. cost?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>As part of your application, you had to show proof of funding totaling $16,000 for an academic year, and $8,000 for a semester of study. Your actual expenses, particularly if you want to live in a single room without a roommate will likely be much higher. Please refer to the Expected Costs tab on your Exchange student application for more details.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What are my housing options at UWM?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Living on campus:<\/strong> UWM&nbsp;offers <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/housing\/on-campus-housing\/\">University Housing<\/a> (on-campus housing) residence halls and manages some apartment-style housing at other locations. If you intend to live on campus, please complete the housing contract as early as possible. Contact Sue Conway (<a href=\"mailto:conways@uwm.edu\">conways@uwm.edu<\/a>) if you have any questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Living off campus: <\/strong>Many&nbsp;UWM&nbsp;students live in apartments around the university and exchange students are free to arrange their own housing. If you decide to live off campus, please note that the Center for International Education does not have the resources to help you find an apartment.&nbsp;We recommend you use&nbsp;UWM\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/housing\/off-campus-housing\/\">Off-Campus Resource Center<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How much does University Housing cost?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Rates vary based on your room type, and which options you choose. Some rooms also require that you purchase a meal plan. Please visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/housing\/rates\/\">University Housing Rates web page<\/a>&nbsp;for more details.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What are my options if I want to live off campus?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>UWM does not require exchange students to live on campus. You can choose to find your own room, home share, apartment or apartment share. 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