International Exchange - Department Information

General Guidelines

The International Center encourages faculty to establish links with their colleagues and associations abroad. These links increase international diversity and opportunity for our students. For members of the university community wishing to formalize exchange opportunities, the following steps and criteria should apply:

1. The exchange program must benefit the academic mission of Utah Valley University. A brief statement explaining that benefit (for curriculum, research, internship opportunities, etc.) must be submitted with the exchange proposal.

2. Faculty members submitting proposals must be able to demonstrate ongoing support for the exchange, i.e., a willingness to oversee the program for a certain number of years; a departmental commitment to the program, etc.

3. Faculty must be aware of the financial commitment of exchange programs. Reciprocity is essential. If an exchange is envisaged that cannot work reciprocally, a funding formula must be part of the exchange proposal.

4. All exchanges will be reviewed by the International Center periodically (minimum of every 3 years).
a)Inactive exchanges will be eliminated unless justification for continuation is provided by the sponsoring department.
b)The exchange will be examined to determine that it continues to serve the academic mission of the university.

How to Establish an International Exchange Program

The International Center is the facilitator of all International Study Programs.

1. Meet with the International Study Programs Director in the International Center to begin the process and receive information.

2. Complete and return these documents to the International Center:
a) Exchange Program Proposal Coversheet
b) Memorandum of Understanding (General contract between UVU & partnering Institution)
c) Academic Exchange Addendum (Detailed contract regarding the Exchange Program)

3. Please refer to the Tracking Sheet online for an updated status of your proposal.

4. You will be notified whether or not your program has been approved or needs revision.

5. Once approved, communicate to your college and appropriate department(s) regarding the opportunities for students.

6. Advertise to students and direct them to the International Center for application materials.

Documents, Forms, and Applications

For the Department

Department Information
Proposal Coversheet for a NEW Exchange Program
Sample MOU
Sample Exchange Addendum

For the Student

Student Information
Outbound Student Application
Inbound Student Application
Advanced Credit Approval