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National Student Exchange (NSE)

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National Student Exchange

The National Student Exchange (NSE) offers students the chance to explore new courses, discover exciting places, and meet new friends while enrolling in academic programs that might not be available at SDSU. With nearly 200 member colleges and universities across the United States, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, NSE opens the door to study for a semester or even a full academic year. Since it started, NSE has provided exchange opportunities to over 120,000 students, helping them experience education in a whole new way!

Eligibility Requirements

  • Full-time, undergraduate student at South Dakota State University
  • Completed one academic year at SDSU (need to complete one semester before prior to application submission)
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) with no incomplete grades
  • No financial obligations to SDSU
  • Cannot be in any current or pending probationary status due to academic dishonesty, misconduct or violation of codes of student conduct
  • U.S. citizenship

Why Participate in NSE?

  • To broaden education perspectives
  • To expand personal growth and become more independent
  • To experience different geographic and cultural settings
  • To make connections in a new job market
  • To prepare to live and work in a culturally diverse society
  • To develop skills and gain experiences to enhance employability

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