An exchange can last for a full academic year or one semester. With prior planning, credit earned abroad will be applied toward your degree. Also, most academic departments will grant credit for study abroad. Early approval from your advisor regarding credit transfer will reduce later worries. You can participate for about the same cost as a semester or year at your UNC System campus.
Many opportunities are available in English-speaking countries.
Application and instructions are available on-line too. UNC-EP is a member of this Washington, D.C. based exchange program which offers opportunities in over 35 countries worldwide. The ISEP program requires that students complete ISEP application forms and meet ISEP's earlier application deadlines. We have prepared an Exchange Process Checklist which you are encouraged to print out and keep with you as you go through the exchange process.