I. General Information
Institution Name

AddressA. B. Freeman School of Business, Tulane University
Goldring Woldenberg Business Complex, Suite 220
7 McAlister Drive
New Orleans, LA 70118 USAUniversity Website

http://tulane.edu/

Business School Website

http://www.freeman.tulane.edu/

Inbound Exchange Website Inbound Exchange Website
Double DegreeWebsite

Double Degree Website

II. International Programs Office Contacts
Associate Director

Ms. Mary Hicks – mhicks4@tulane.edu

Senior Program
Coordinator

Ms. Lauren Bix – lbix@tulane.edu
Contact for inbound exchange students

Senior Program
Coordinator

Mr. Aaron Forbes – aforbes@tulane.edu
Contact for outbound exchange (study abroad) students

Office Emailfreemanabroad@tulane.edu

Office Phone(+1) 504-865-5438

Office Fax(+1) 504-862-8770

III. Student Application Procedure

Eligibility Criteria

Students must:
Have successfully completed at least one year full-time study at the home institution;
Be in good to excellent academic standing at the home institution;
Meet all admission or specific requirements of their home institution;
Be proficient in English (TOEFL minimum of 90; IELTS minimum of 6.5)
• Native speakers do not need to submit test scores. Students whose degree programs
are entirely taught in English can submit a letter from the home university.
• Test should be taken within the last 2 years••••The Exchange Coordinator at the student’s University sends student nominations via e-mail(including name as written exactly on student’s passport, date of birth, email address,gender, study period at Tulane, and level of study) to freemanabroad@tulane.edu.
Nomination Procedure

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Nominated students will receive an email with instructions to submit application forms
online. All required application forms and documents must be received by the deadlines.

Application Deadlines••

Spring Semester (January – May): September 20
Fall Semester (August – December): February 20

Spring Semester (January – May): Phase I of the application is due October 5
Fall Semester (August – December): Phase I of the application is due March 5

Phase I:
• Buddy Program Participation Form (optional, but highly recommended)• Application Form
• Proof of Financial Support (at least $14,000 per semester at Tulane)• Copy of Your Passport• Your English Language Score (TOEFL, IELTS, etc.) or a Letter• The letter must be from your university stating that the language of instruction in yourclasses is English if you are not a native English speaker• Your University Transcripts in English• Health Insurance Information
Application
Requirements

Phase II due 2 weeks later:• Current Courses• Course Prerequisites• Course Preferences• Code of Academic Conduct• Code of Student Conduct
Phase III due on or after orientation start date:
Proof of Immunization Compliance
Online Incoming Exchange Required Pre-Orientation
In-Person Freeman Abroad Exchange Orientation•••IV. Important Dates
Academic Calendars

http://registrar.tulane.edu/academic-calendar
Undergraduate

Graduate (MBA)Monday, August 12Monday, August 12

Orientation (attendance required) Thursday, August 15

Thursday, August 15

Fall Semester 2024

Classes Begin

Monday, August 19

Monday, August 19

ALL DATES SUBJECT TO
CHANGE

Labor Day Holiday

Monday, September 2Monday, September 2

Fall BreakThu Oct. 3 to Oct. 6Sat. Sept. 28 – Sun. Oct. 6

Thanksgiving BreakMon, Nov. 25 – Dec. 1Mon, Nov. 25 – Dec. 1

Last Day of Classes

Friday, December 6Thursday, December 5

Exam Period

Mon, Dec. 9 – Dec. 14Mon, Dec. 9 – Dec. 14

Recommended Arrival

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Undergraduate & Graduate (MBA)Spring Semester 2025
ALL DATES SUBJECTTO CHANGE

Recommended Arrival

Monday, January 6

Orientation (attendance required)Thursday, January 9

Classes Begin

Monday, January 13

MLK Holiday

Monday, January 20

Mardi Gras BreakMonday, February 12 – Tuesday, February 13

Spring BreakMonday, March 3 – Sunday, March 9

Lagniappe Days

Tuesday, April 15 – Wednesday, April 16

Last Day of Classes

Wednesday, April 30

Exam Period

Saturday, May 3 – Thursday, May 8V. Learning Expectations
Class Format

Most courses are characterized by traditional U.S.-style teaching with lectures, discussions,group work (in and out of class) and written course assignments. Many of the courses require
regular homework assignments and substantial preparatory reading.
The Tulane schedule of classes can be found online at https://classschedule.tulane.edu.
Tulane course descriptions can be found at https://catalog.tulane.edu/courses/. Please notethat the classes listed are not necessarily offered every semester, and not all business-related
courses are eligible for Freeman credits (see below). Refer to the Tulane schedule of classes
for an updated list of course offerings per semester.
Students must complete the Course Preference Form included with their program application
in a timely manner. Exchange students are not able to register themselves in courses. As
such, our office will register students in their requested classes once registration opens.
It is important that students ensure that they meet all prerequisites for the courses they wish toenroll in. Every effort is made to accommodate students’ preferences, but students must beflexible and should have some extra pre-approved courses to replace those in which we areunable to register the student.

Course Selection &Registration

Exchange students must be registered for at least 12 credit hours (undergraduate) or ninecredit hours (graduate) to remain in compliance with their J-1 or F-1 visa status.
Undergraduate students should select at least 12 credits from the A. B. Freeman School ofBusiness (ACCN, ENRG, FINE, LGST, MCOM, MGMT, MGSC, MKTG, TAXN). Classes inother departments (e.g., ECON, POLC, BSLS, BSMK, RESM) require the approval of thedepartment and/or instructor and are not guaranteed. It is not possible to take courses inPECN or SLAM.
Graduate students should select at least nine credits from the A. B. Freeman School ofBusiness (ACCN, ENRG, FINE, LGST, MCOM, MGMT, MGSC, MKTG, TAXN). Classes
require the approval of the Director of Graduate Education. Classes in non-Freeman
departments require the approval of the department and/or instructor and are notguaranteed.
Students must confirm their registration online at the beginning of each semester. Students
are able to request changes to their course selection and must notify our office prior to the endof the drop/add period.

Syllabi

If a student needs a syllabus for a course, please contact Study Abroad & Exchange atfreemanabroad@tulane.edu

Attendance &Participation

Class attendance & participation is mandatory for all Tulane students, including exchange
students, and is part of a student’s final grade in all courses. Excessive absences may
result in failing the course (receiving a grade of “F”) and may jeopardize an exchange
student’s visa status.

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Academic Integrity &Student Conduct

Grading & Transcripts

Examinations

Tulane students, including exchange students, are required to read and abide by the Codesof Academic and Student Conduct, which contain the standards of behavior for all
students, describe the judicial process, and outline potential sanctions associated with
Code violations. Violation of either Code by exchange students may jeopardize their visastatus.
Grading is based on the traditional American system. Grades given are from A to F, with A
being the highest grade.
Transcripts are sent electronically to home institutions in February for students enrolled in
the Fall semester and June for Spring semester students. Please email
freemanabroad@tulane.edu if paper transcripts are required.
Most are written examinations. A final paper may be required in addition to (or in place of) afinal exam.

VI. Important Information
Exchange Students must attend two mandatory orientations:•Orientation•J1 or F1 International Student Orientation: This orientation session is conducted by theOffice of International Students and Scholars (OISS) and is mandatory for any studentwith a J1 or F1 visa. It includes general information about Tulane University and will cover
all the rules and responsibilities concerning a student visa to the United States.
Business School Exchange Student Orientation: This orientation session ismandatory for all Exchange Students at the Business School. Topics discussed will
include academics, course registration, course changes, business school resources,business school student organizations, business technology, etc.

Program fees

The requirement to pay tuition and fees is waived with the exception of health insurance, thehealth center fee at Tulane, and supplemental course fees used to support additional costs ofinstruction, supplies, or materials. Note: as of 2019, Tulane-sponsored health insurance cannot
be waived. All exchange and double-degree students are required to pay for this coverage.
Participating students, under the terms of the exchange agreement, continue to pay tuition andfees to the home institution. The home institution has the discretion to impose certain nonacademic fees on its students in order to facilitate the student exchange program. The costs offood, accommodation, travel, books, transportation, passports, visas, insurance, and personal
expenses shall be borne by the participating students.

Health Insurance

All J-1 and F-1 visa-holding international students at Tulane University (and their dependents)
are required to have health insurance and will be automatically charged for and covered by theuniversity-sponsored student health insurance plan (Tulane Student Health Insurance Plan, orTSHIP). Costs and information regarding the insurance will be included in the orientation
information available to students shortly before the start of each semester. Effective Fall 2024,
all incoming Freeman exchange and double degree students will be automatically enrolled inTSHIP.

VII. Service Learning and Employment

Service Learning

Service Learning is an educational experience that provides students with the opportunity toapply what they are learning in class to real-world settings. Through reflection and assessment,students gain a deeper understanding of course content and the importance of civicengagement. Service learning gives students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience,increase their understanding of class topics, and learn more about the diverse cultures andcommunities of New Orleans.
Business Service Learning is an optional component of some Freeman business courses.
More information about service learning opportunities can be found online athttps://cps.tulane.edu/academics/service-learning-course.

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Exchange students on a J-1 visa are permitted to work on campus with prior authorization inSEVIS while enrolled in a full course of study. During the regular semester, students cannot
work more than 20 hours per week; they must also be enrolled in classes full-time. Duringbreaks, students can work full-time (more than 20 hours per week).
On-campus
Employment

Resources at Tulane for finding on-campus employment: Tulane Student Employment
Resources at Tulane for finding internships / academic training opportunities:•••Internships

Tulane Handshake
Tulane Career Services Job Postings
Tulane Career Services

Exchange students on a J-1 student visa are allowed to pursue paid and unpaid internships(“academic training”) while studying in the U.S. J-1 students are eligible for one month ofacademic training for every month of study in the U.S. Academic training must be related to thestudent's field of study (business). J-1 students may participate in academic training during or
after their exchange term. During the regular semester, students cannot work more than 20hours per week; they must also be enrolled in classes full-time. After the semester (during
breaks or summer), students may work more than 20 hours per week.

VIII. Housing
Exchange students are responsible for arranging their own accommodations. It is an independent
process. Students may arrange housing after they arrive; however, some students prefer to arrange
housing in advance.
On-Campus Housing
On-campus residence hall space is extremely limited. Exchange students are not guaranteedaccommodations on campus.
On-campus housing information can be found on Tulane University’s Housing and Residence Life website
at http://housing.tulane.edu/. Important: If a student requests to cancel their on-campus housing, theymust complete a Housing Agreement Release Request. All Housing Agreement Release Requests must
be approved by the Department of Housing and Residence Life, in its sole discretion. This agreementbinds the Resident for the entire occupancy period unless HRL receives a written Housing Agreement
Release Request and HRL grants the request. By canceling the housing agreement, all subsequent
housing assignments will also be canceled. Students wishing to return must reapply for housing. If a
Resident’s Housing Agreement Release Request is approved, the Resident’s room charges will berefunded pro-rata based on the date of move-out. In addition, certain cancellation fees will be charged to
the resident’s student account based on the date of receipt of the Housing Agreement Release Request.
On-campus housing usually reaches 100 percent capacity, in which case exchange students cannot be
accommodated on campus.

Accommodation

Off-Campus Housing
Many exchange students live in off-campus apartments located in the neighborhoods around theuniversity. Costs vary but can be less expensive than living on campus. It normally takes at least 4 to 5days to finalize setting up an apartment/house if the student does not have housing when they arrive. It is
wise to make a reservation at a hotel, hostel, or Airbnb for the first few days upon arrival.
The Freeman International Programs office can connect students with landlords who regularly rent toexchange students (see our Welcome Guide sent to students). Our office also sets up Facebook andWhatsApp groups to facilitate student communication prior to arrival.
In addition to the resources provided by our office, many exchange students have found apartments
through Tulane Classifieds Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/Tulane.Classifieds/),
Tulane Off-Campus Residents Association Facebook Page
(https://www.facebook.com/groups/227725533953554), Craigslist, NOLA.com, the Gambit and local realestate companies.
For additional off-campus housing resources, please visit the Housing and Residential Life's off-campus
housing website at https://offcampushousing.tulane.edu/.
Note: Study Abroad & Exchange does not endorse any of the housing listed on the above links. The
quality and condition of the apartments listed have not been verified by the international programs office.
Individuals interested in the properties are responsible for checking the condition of the listed apartments,
and we recommend that students have any lease checked for free by the Tulane Legal Assistance
Program before signing. Please check any housing listed in person before signing a lease or making adeposit.

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