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INFORMATION SHEET FOR EXCHANGE STUDENTS
(Tuition/Fee Exchange)
Academic Year 2008-2009
The following information is accurate as of the time of its writing;
however, it is subject to change without notice. IPC will make every
effort to communicate any program changes.
1. Director, Study Abroad &
Exchanges
Penelope Pynes, Ph.D.
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Office address: |
The International Programs Center (IPC) |
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Office telephone: |
(336) 334-5404 |
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Home telephone: |
(336) 279-8475 (Penelope Pynes; emergencies
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Other Study Abroad & Exchange
Staff: |
Mr. Tom Martinek, Jr., Assistant Director, Study
Abroad & Exchanges |
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Other IPC Staff: |
Dr. Lyn Lawrance, Associate Provost for
International Programs |
For more information about UNCG and
2. When should you arrive?
A. On-Campus: Your housing is expected to be available beginning on the
following dates:
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First semester: |
Monday, August 18, 2008 |
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Second semester: |
Tuesday, January 13, 2009 |
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See "On-Campus housing” (Paragraph 7) below. |
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B. Off-Campus: If you will be living off-campus, it is suggested that
you arrive no later than August 8 (for Fall Semester) or December 31 (for
Spring Semester) to have sufficient time to locate appropriate housing. See
"Off-Campus" housing (Paragraph 8) below.
3. 2008-2009 Academic Calendar:
Fall 2008 Semester:
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Arrival/Move-in day |
August 18, 2008 |
Spring 2009 Semester:
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Arrival/Move-in day |
January 13, 2009 |
4. Place to stay for temporary accommodations:
The Ramada Inn and The Battleground Inn are a short drive from the university.
Costs will be paid by the participant. Students should call/fax the inn
directly for reservations. Make sure you identify yourself as an international
student studying at UNCG. Students also should call IPC as soon as possible to
arrange pick-up and transportation to campus.)
Please make sure that you say that you are a UNCG INTERNATIONAL STUDENT!
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Ramada Inn Greensboro |
Battleground Inn |
5. Getting to
You can fly to the
All exchange students may be met and greeted by a staff member at the airport
provided The International Programs Center is advised of your arrival schedule
(airline, flight number and arrival time) at least two weeks in advance and
provided arrival is before 10:00 p.m. (including flight delays). IPC will also
arrange pick-up for you by a local taxi/limousine company. After 10:00 p.m., we
can not assure that you will be met and greeted by a staff member, but IPC will
make every effort to arrange pick-up by the taxi/limousine company, provided we
know your arrival time in advance. If you arrive late and are not met at the
airport, you should take a taxi to your lodging. Please email IPC at studyabroad@uncg.edu indicating the
following information: your name, complete arrival information including flight
number (or train or bus information), date and time of arrival and the hotel
where you have made a reservation.
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6. Orientation Program.
The Fall 2008 Orientation for all international
exchange students takes place beginning on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 (for the
Spring Semester, Wednesday, January 14, 2009.) Please try to arrive no later
than the previous day in Greensboro. (See arrival in paragraph 2.)
You will participate in university orientation activities for all international
students, with special orientation programs and events for exchange students.
Various activities will be scheduled at UNCG and in the community including
tours, shopping trips, a lake trip and parties.
7. Housing and Meal Benefits During Academic Sessions.
Most exchange students in Greensboro choose to live on-campus due to its
tremendous convenience, diversity of accommodations and general value. You'll
also have the option of living in the student apartments (called "
http://hrl.uncg.edu/
Estimated Costs (2008-09):
Double Room (e.g., Phillips/Hawkins aka I-House)
per semester: $ 1,800.00 (that includes telephone, cable and internet
connection)
Single room (
Single room (Spring Garden Apartments) per semester: $ 2,700.00 (includes air
conditioning, telephone, cable and internet connection)
Information concerning residence halls is included with your admission
packet. Please read the directions carefully regarding applying for residence.
You should make application as soon as possible. Most on-campus accommodations
are shared double rooms (except student apartments). You will need to pay your
semester room/meals bill during orientation week (payable to Cashier's Office,
Mossman Building).
Are cooking facilities provided? No (very limited) except
Are bed linens and blankets provided? No
Are towels provided? No
Are laundry facilities available? Yes
How far is housing from institution? on-campus
As an exchange student, you are NOT required to send a housing deposit
for accommodations.
Note regarding single room accommodations: single rooms are generally not
available at UNCG unless you choose the
Married, Co-ed or family rooms are not available. Co-habitation is
considered a violation of the housing contract and can result in dismissal from
on-campus housing.
Note: Housing contracts are for the full year or semester (if that is the
duration of your exchange). You will sign a full-year or semester contract and
must petition to be released from that contract.
8. Housing - Off-Campus
Exchange students who choose to live off-campus must find their own housing (e.g. apartments, group homes etc.). Generally, housing is always available in Greensboro, the only variables being cost as well as distance from university. The International Programs Center can offer limited assistance (e.g. community contacts and accommodations list). There is an off-campus apartment registry in the Elliott University Center. Students renting apartments should be prepared to pay up-front security deposits (often equal to one month's rent). Sometimes, student group homes are available which can be less expensive.
You should arrive in
9. Meals - On-Campus
Benefits - Meals
You will have many meal plan options (subject to change):
2007-2008 Residential Student Meal Plans (Rate for 2008-2009 will be slightly higher)
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Meal Plan Eligibility |
Meal Plan |
Declining Balance |
Meals/ Semester |
2007-2008 Cost |
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All Classes |
Platinum 75 |
$75 |
Unlimited |
$1,262 |
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All Classes |
Platinum 150 |
$150 |
Unlimited |
$1,312 |
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All Classes |
Platinum 200 |
$200 |
Unlimited |
$1,362 |
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Soph, Jr, Sr,
Grad, TVLS, Spring Garden |
Gold 200 |
$200 |
200 |
$1,162 |
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Soph, Jr, Sr,
Grad, TVLS, Spring Garden |
Gold 300 |
$300 |
175 |
$1,162 |
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Soph, Jr, Sr,
Grad, TVLS, Spring Garden |
Silver 400 |
$400 |
150 |
$1,162 |
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Soph, Jr, Sr,
Grad, TVLS, Spring Garden |
Silver 500 |
$500 |
125 |
$1,162 |
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Jr, Sr, Grad,
TVLS, Spring Garden |
Bronze 725 |
$725 |
25 |
$825 |
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Jr, Sr, Grad,
TVLS, Spring Garden |
Bronze 825 |
$825 |
0 |
$825 |
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Jr, Sr, Grad,
TVLS, Spring Garden |
Bronze 1000 |
$1000 |
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$1000 |
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Only persons assigned to either |
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$300 |
0 |
$300 |
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$450 |
0 |
$450 |
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$600 |
0 |
$600 |
Cafeteria meals are "all you can eat." Students that choose
declining balance options will receive this balance on their Student I.D. card
to use at service concessions across campus such as java café, fast food, salad
bar, university dining hall, etc.
Note: Students that live in residence halls or apartments must purchase one
on-campus meal plan as required.
10. Vacation/Holiday Periods
If you live in residence halls, IPC can arrange for students to remain in
housing for minimal cost over holidays and vacation periods. Students should
advise IPC well in advance of their plans.
11. Estimated personal expenses:
You should probably budget a minimum of $150 - $300 per month for miscellaneous
costs such as local travel, entertainment, supplies etc.
Insurance: about $350 per semester--(UNCG health
insurance is mandatory and you will be billed upon arrival.)
Books: you should budget between $200 - $450 per semester. Actual cost depends
upon classes taken.
12. Medical Requirement/Health Services
In this packet you have received a memo entitled “Student Medical Form” with
instructions concerning your medical forms. You should now follow the
instructions on that sheet. It is far less expensive for you to have your forms
completed at home than to do it once you arrive.
Important: You should bring copies of vaccination records. If you have
insufficient evidence of proper inoculations, you may receive these upon your
arrival at your own expense. Most vaccinations cost between $10 and $20.
There is a full-service university infirmary on campus providing medical
services. There is also a counseling center with counselors and psychologists
on staff.
Insurance
U.S. Government regulations require you to have sufficient medical insurance
coverage to participate on an exchange to the United States. Accordingly,
insurance coverage through a UNCG-approved plan is mandatory and you will be
billed through your student account upon your arrival. The UNCG insurance plan
costs about Approximately: $350 per semester in 2007-2008. For more information
on the policy, see the following web site: http://www.uncg.edu/ipg/studyabroad/jinsuranceinfo.html (NB: ISEP participants pay their
insurance through ISEP).
13. Miscellaneous:
Transportation: Like many U.S. cities, Greensboro does not have an
extensive public transportation system (there is limited bus service).
Greensboro is an automobile town, with most students getting around by car.
Some international students choose to buy an older car to get around during
their studies at UNCG.
Employment: Exchange students are eligible to work on-campus up to 20
hours per week when classes are in session; 40 hours per week during holiday
periods.
IISUNCG0006(light blue) last updated: 10 January 2008