“Outbound Exchange Made Easy: Master the System in 5 Steps, Decode Preference Strategies, and Secure Scholarships!”
Eager to study abroad, but overwhelmed by the application portal or worried about missing required documents?
Staring at the extensive list of partner universities, unsure which semester fits your timeline best?
Fret not—applying for an exchange program can be accomplished in just 5 straightforward steps! To help you steer clear of common pitfalls and submit your application with confidence, the Office of International Affairs (OIA) has organized this comprehensive, step-by-step walkthrough. We are breaking down all the practical, insider tips you won’t find anywhere else!
What We Will Cover in This Session:
- A Streamlined 5-Step Walkthrough: Navigate the application system with ease and demystify the entire process.
- The Devil in the Details: File naming and document preparation tips to ensure smooth verification without technical hiccups.
- Strategic Preference Ranking: How to structure your university choices strategically to maximize your admission chances.
- Choosing Your Exchange Semester: Fall vs. Spring—what are the key differences, and which aligns best with your academic roadmap?
- Scholarship Application Essentials: Key requirements, common oversights, and preparation strategies to get ahead of the game.
Session Details
- Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
- Time: 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM (UTC+8)
- Venue: OIA Student Lounge / Online (Hybrid)
- Registration Link: https://forms.gle/LQ79ejW76BoHrS2T8(Feel free to bring your lunch, join us during the midday break, and tick off your study-abroad prep list step by step!)
Important Timeline | AY 2027/2028 (116-1) University-Level Outbound Exchange Selection
- Nov 01: Online Application Opens
- Nov 15: Application Deadline
- Nov 18: Deadline for Supplementary Document Submission (upon OIA review notification)
- Dec 03 – Dec 06: Ranking Inquiry & Preference Adjustment Period
- Dec 07 – Dec 10: Phase 1 Placement Results Announced & Registration
- Dec 14 – Dec 17: Phase 2 Preference Adjustment & Supplementary Selection Period
- Dec 18 – Dec 22: Phase 2 Placement Results Announced & Registration
- Dec 23 – Dec 25: Final Exchange Student Roster Announcement
Why Go on Exchange? (The Perfect Time to Plan Ahead!)
- Cost-Effective: Waived tuition at host partner institutions (regular NTNU tuition and fees apply).
- Flexible Duration: Choose between one semester or a full academic year abroad.
- Funding Opportunities: Eligible to apply for government grants (Ministry of Education) or NTNU outbound exchange subsidies.
- Abundant Resources: Access to complimentary local language courses at select partner universities.
- Seamless Academics: Credits can be transferred and recognized back to NTNU, keeping graduation on track.
- Multiple Pathways: Concurrent applications for University-level, College-level, and Department-level programs are permitted to maximize your opportunities.
