Outbound Exchange

Please see the guidelines for exchange study below. Paragon.U students should successfully complete 3 semesters of study at Paragon as an undergraduate and be officially nominated by OIC at Paragon.U

Exchange Application Form here - use for semester exchange AND 2+2 and 3+1 applications

Eligibility requirements

1. The student must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate degree program at Paragon International University

2. Remain enrolled and pay tuition fees at Paragon International University as full-time students during the entire period of the exchange program.

3. Have completed at least 3 semesters of undergraduate study. Students normally exchange in semesters 4-6, but may go in their final year of study with the approval of the Dean of Faculty, and an approved course of study.

4. Have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.7 or better on a 4.0 scale or equivalent 

5. Non-native English speakers must have a minimum score of at least TOEFL iBT 60 or IELTS 5.5. 

6. For universities in English speaking countries, the minimum IELTS score of 6.5 IELTS is often necessary.

Admission process

Any student who wishes to be placed as an overseas exchange student should follow these steps:

Step 1: Consult with the Office of International Cooperation as to the availability of exchange programs

Step 2: Consult with the relevant Head of Department and/or Dean of Faculty for advice and guidance about the study program, and obtain approval for the proposed course of study.

Step 3: Obtain the necessary forms from the Office of International Cooperation

Step 4: Obtain signatures of acknowledgement from the Provost Office, Office of the Registrar, Office of Finance and the relevant Department Head/Dean of Faculty

Step 5: Apply to the host institution with support from the Office of International Cooperation

Step 5: Receive acceptance letter or invitation letter from the institution applied to

Step 6: Apply for Student Visa from the host country of the exchange

Required Documents

The following documents are normally required as part of the application process

1. Exchange Application Form from partner university

2. Course list for the semester applied at partner university

3. Completed Exchange Approval Form

4. Nomination letter from Office of International Cooperation

5. Proof of registration or enrollment (From Registrar Office)

6. An official transcript of academic record

7. TOEFL or IELTS score record (non-native English speakers only) 

8. Copy of passport

Student Expenses

1. Tuition fee at Home University: Student has to pay tuition and registration fee as a normal semester at Paragon.

2. Tuition fee at Partner University: based on the relevant agreement conditions with partner universities, students will usually receive a waived tuition fee at the host institution or may to pay additional fees.

3. Living Expenses: exchange students pay for their visa fee, flights tickets, medical insurance, living expenses, dorm fee, and other personal expenses.

DIFFERENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS apply for expenses for DUAL DEGREE programs - please enquire.

Outbound Dual Degree Form here