NC State is one of over 167 colleges and universities in the United States belonging to the National Student Exchange Program. Each year an opportunity is provided for NC State students to study at one of the other participating schools and still pay the same tuition and fees they pay at NC State, thus avoiding the red tape normally associated with a change of school. Students returning from exchange reflect an increased feeling of independence, self reliance and self confidence, and a better appreciation of home region, family and home campus. A major impact of the exchange year has been an increased awareness and appreciation for the vast differences in ideas and values found in different geographic locations. Eligible students must be an undergraduate with a 2.500 grade point average or better and be selected by a screening committee.
Preference is given to North Carolina residents.