This
program is designed for sophomore, junior, or senior level undergraduate students. The minimum
requirements are a 3.0 GPA, strong English writing
skills, absolute fluency in English, and successful
completion of course pre-requisites. However, students
with a lower GPA may be considered in exceptional
cases. A list of courses and requirements are available
at the Study Abroad Center. Non-native English-speaking
students must have taken the TOEFL exam within the
last two years and earned a composite score of 600+
or have passed the UHM ELI placement exam.
Admission
to the program is selective. All applicants for the
program will be judged on their academic performance,
reasons for wishing to attend the program, flexibility
and sensitivity to other cultures, and ability to
adjust to a new cultural setting.
Immediately
upon acceptance to the program, students are required
to pay a non-refundable deposit of $500.00 to ensure
a place in the program. The deposit will be credited
toward the cost of the program.
Please
note that UHM students accepted into the program are
required to attend three mandatory pre-departure class
sessions totaling 12 hours. Failure to attend will
result in students being withdrawn from the program.
