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Outgoing Students: International Exchange

The International Exchange program offers you the opportunity to spend a semester abroad at one of our partner universities in Chile, China, Georgia, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, or North America. It’s a unique opportunity to directly experience a different culture and broaden your perspective of the world, all without interrupting your academic growth. Cultural sensitivity, adaptability, and long-term cross-cultural relationships are the desired results of this cultural exchange. 

Center for International Education offers LCC students incredible exchange opportunities outside Europe. Currently, there are eight destinations you can choose from:    

International Exchange: Chile

LCC students majoring in International Business Administration can apply to study at Finis Terrae in Chile.

Established in 1981 Finis Terrae University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Santiago. Chile is one of South America’s most stable and prosperous nations making it a great place to study abroad. 

Take the road less traveled and discover what the University has to offer!

COSTS

  • Regular LCC tuition
  • Travel expenses
  • Orientation program & books
  • Travel documentation, visa, and insurance
  • Accommodation and living expenses in Chile

International Exchange: China

LCC students majoring in International Business Administration can apply to study at Sias University in Xinzheng, China. Sias University offers a rare opportunity to study in central China where students can take advantage of Chinese traditional culture and the broad variety of academic subjects taught in English. Please browse the programs and exciting opportunities this University has to offer!

Costs

  • Regular LCC tuition
  • Travel expenses
  • Orientation program & books
  • Travel documentation, visa, and insurance
  • Accommodation and living expenses at Sias International University

International Exchange: Georgia

LCC has a partnership with Caucasus University in Tbilisi. Caucasus University is one of the most prominent Higher Education Institutions in Georgia and Eastern Europe. When considering this University as your choice of exchange, please note that classes offered in English are for the following majors: International Business Administration, Psychology, and International Relations & Development.

Please visit the University website to find out what your study experience could be like. 

Costs

  • Regular LCC tuition
  • Travel expenses
  • Travel documentation, visa, and insurance
  • Accommodation and living expenses at Caucasus University (no residence halls provided by the University)

International Exchange: Indonesia

LCC students majoring in International Business Administration, Contemporary Communication, and International Relations & Development can apply to go to study at Universitas Pelita Harapan in Indonesia.

UPH is a private university situated in the exciting Lippo Village neighborhood populated with over 172,000 people. Meet people around the world and get a chance to travel to the South East Asia region, enrich your knowledge and experience the multicultural environment.

Please browse the programs and exciting opportunities this University has to offer!

Costs

  • Regular LCC tuition
  • Travel expenses
  • Orientation program & books
  • Travel documentation, visa, and insurance
  • Accommodation and living expenses in Indonesia

International Exchange: Japan

LCC students majoring in International Business Administration, Psychology, International Relations & Development can apply to study at The International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) in Japan.

iCLA is a four-year, English-medium, liberal arts college. Just 90 minutes west of Tokyo, iCLA combines a multicultural learning environment with a beautiful traditional Japanese setting in the shadow of Mt. Fuji.

Please browse the programs and exciting opportunities this University has to offer!

Costs

  • Regular LCC tuition
  • Travel expenses
  • Orientation program & books
  • Travel documentation, visa, and insurance
  • Accommodation and living expenses in Japan

*Incoming exchange students to iCLA may be eligible to apply for the JASSO Scholarship for Short-term Study in Japan (monthly stipend: JPY 80,000, conditions apply).

International Exchange: South Korea

South Korea is Asia’s fourth-largest economy and one of the world’s leading financial centers. It has remained relatively unscathed during the recession and has rapid economic growth, making it a promising place to live, work and study. 

You’re also probably interested in doing a bit of traveling during your study abroad semester. South Korea is ideally located close by to other Asian countries such as Japan and China. You could take a two-hour flight from Seoul to Tokyo and experience a different Asian culture and lifestyle. 

In South Korea LCC has four partner Universities:

Costs

  • Regular LCC tuition
  • Travel expenses
  • Orientation program & books
  • Travel documentation, visa, and insurance
  • Accommodation and living expenses in South Korea

NOTE: 1 Erasmus+ scholarship available for Fall 2024-Spring 2025 (700 EUR/month)

International Exchange: North America

Two to four LCC students will have an opportunity to study at Gordon College or Hope College through an LCC student exchange agreement. The inviting school and LCC pay for most of the student’s tuition and living expenses while they are studying abroad. Both universities are open to all majors.

* This program depends on incoming Gordon/Hope student numbers. LCC can send students to partner universities only if there are incoming students from the US.

Costs

You will pay your regular tuition and Neumann Hall fees for a two-person side in a five-person room for one semester. There are limited funds available to assist with flight and visa costs, but you may be responsible to pay some or all of your travel costs. There will be a few additional costs that you need to keep in mind (e.g. trip to the US Embassy in Vilnius, insurance).

Included in your semester

  • 15–16 (North American) / 30 (LCC) semester hours
  • Housing at Gordon/Hope
  • Meal plan at Gordon/Hope
  • Assistance with US student visa application
  • Textbook allowance

NOTE: 1 Erasmus+ scholarship available for Fall 2024-Spring 2025 (700 EUR/month)

FAQ

What if I receive a scholarship at LCC?

While being at Gordon/Hope you will still be treated as an LCC student here on campus; thus, you will have to pay what you usually pay each semester. The only difference is that you will be asked to pay the dorm fees for Neumann even if you live in Enns.

Can I study at Gordon/Hope and participate in the Work and Travel program?

No, you won’t be able to stay and work after your semester at Gordon/Hope is over, since you will be going to the US on a student visa. If you have signed up to participate in Work and Travel, you will have to come back to Lithuania, apply for a work visa, and go back to the US. The same principle applies to students studying abroad in the fall. You will have to come back to Lithuania after Work and Travel and only then apply for your student visa.

Will my scholarship cover my meals?

Gordon/Hope has a meal plan that will provide you with three meals a day. 

Do I have to pay dorm fees if I am not living in the dorms?

Yes, you will be asked to cover the fees for one semester at Neumann Hall on a two-person side in a five-person room. Students living in Enns Hall will be asked to pay for Neumann Hall.


Eligibility & Criteria for the academic year 2024–2025

  • Previous academic records (CUM GPA of 7.50 and above; 8.0+ for US programs) 
  • Must be a 3rd-year full-time student during the exchange semester*
  • Motivation to study in a foreign country 
  • Co-Curricular Involvement 
  • Student’s goals fit the host institution’s study program 
  • No financial debts to LCC 

NOTE: Students cannot apply to study or train in their country of origin.

* On occasion, the participation of sophomores in their fourth semester may be supported.
Written approval from the Department Chair is required.

International Exchange Application process

 The application deadline for the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters is January 18, 2024.   

Applications are due throughout December-January once a year for the upcoming academic year. E-news is sent with application information and dates to all students in December.

Procedures for the selected students

Need to be full-time students at a hosting institution taking 30 ECTS credits per semester. All earned pre-approved credits are recognized as part of studies at LCC International University.

BEFORE THE SEMESTER STARTS STUDENT MUST:

  • submit application form and any additional documents to the receiving institution before their due date.The student is responsible for meeting the requirements and deadlines.
  • meet with Department Chair and Registrar, and submit eligibility form to Center for International Education confirming pre-selected classes.
  • submit letter of acceptance issued by receiving institution to cie@lcc.lt. Letter must state exact semester start and end dates.

During the semester

Changing classes

If you decide to make any class changes, please immediately complete the following online form in order to get academic approval.

WITHDRAWING FROM THE CLASS

After the first day of classes at a host institution students must officially withdraw from the course that they do not wish to continue in. The schedule below shows the financial consequences of withdrawing. The tuition refund is based upon the day the withdrawal process is complete, not the day the student ceases to attend the course. Students who drop classes at a host institution from the beginning of the semester will be refunded as per the following schedule:

  • Semester days 1-7: 100% refund, no academic penalty
  • Semester days 8-21: 50% refund, no academic penalty
  • Semester days 22-35: 25% refund, no academic penalty
  • Semester day 36 and later: 0% refund (withdrawn-fail)
After the semester

When you finish your studies abroad and come back to LCC, please provide the Center for International Education with the following:

  • Submit original Transcript of Records

Note: All classes taken at a host institution will be recognized on a PASS/FAIL basis by LCC International University. 

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