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National Student Exchange

National Student Exchange (NSE) provides opportunities for undergraduate students to study for a semester or academic year at another NSE member college or university. With more than 160 member colleges and universities located throughout the United States, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, you will be sure to find a campus that meets your personal and academic interests.

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Why NSE?

Academic Benefits

  • Take classes not available at your school
  • Study with new professors
  • Broaden your educational perspectives
  • Pursue research, field study, and internship opportunities
  • Investigate graduate schools

Personal Benefits

  • Experience personal growth and become more independent
  • Experience different geographic and cultural settings
  • Gain international and/or intercultural experience
  • Gain insight into the historical and cultural makeup of different regions

Professional Benefits

  • Make connections in a new job market
  • Develop skills (independence and adaptability) and gain experience that make you more employable
  • Improve your communications skills with people from different backgrounds
  • Prepare yourself to live and work in a culturally diverse society

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Study Away

1300 Elmwood Ave  •  South Wing 430 •  Buffalo, NY 14222
Phone: (716) 878-6834 •  Fax: (716) 878-3054   studyaway@buffalostate.edu