Exchange Programs
Welcome to the Kettering University exchange program. Let's get started.
Ready for the adventure of a lifetime? As a Kettering University exchange student, you are part of our community of ambitious, creative, entrepreneurial thinkers and doers. Kettering students and faculty alike are ready to help you expand your educational and cultural horizons and create an engrossing, rewarding experience for you. This guide is your introduction to the Kettering University exchange program and your invitation to engineer your future and engineer your success.
Kettering University offers tuition exchange programs for many of our international partners. These programs allow students to study for one or two terms at Kettering while earning credit toward their degree programs at home.
Exchange students are a vital part of the Kettering community. During their time here, exchange students are encouraged to participate fully as students at Kettering University. They are welcome to join student organizations and events, become invovled in the Flint community, and experience U.S. university culture while benefiting from an academically rigorous program.
Exchange students study at Kettering for one or two academic terms beginning with the fall or spring term. They also have the option to participate in Academic Training (internship activities) in the industry or through a research position at Kettering University.
View our Exchange Program Brochure for more information.
Fall Term: October - December
Spring Term: April - June
| Nomination Deadline | Application Deadline | |
| Fall Term | May 15 | June 15 |
| Spring Term | October 15 | November 15 |
Note: Winter/Summer intake is available upon request
Eligibility Requirements
All exchange students must meet the eligibility requirements set by their home institution, Kettering University, and the U.S. Department of State’s Exchange Visitor Program (BridgeUSA).
Interested students who wish to participate in the exchange program at Kettering University must meet the general admission requirements for undergraduate and graduate students, as well as the following items:
- Be officially nominated by their home institution (for a complete list of requirements at your home institution and to be nominated for a program, please speak with someone from the International Office at your home university)
- Be an admitted undergraduate or graduate student at one of Kettering’s partner institutions
- Provide an official university transcript
- Provide a current resume or CV
- Submit a personal statement detailing your interest in and goals for the exchange program
- Provide proof of sufficient English proficiency in keeping with the Exchange Visitor Program
- Kettering University accepts language proficiency according to the B1/B2 ACTFL language level standards. Students can submit language test scores (DAAD, TOEFL, Duolingo, etc..) verifying their proficiency or submit a verification letter from their home institution
- Provide proof of sufficient financial support in the form of a signed bank letter, scholarship letter for the exchange period, or the Exchange Student Affidavit of Support
Complete the online application for the relevant exchange term.
Links to Visa Application
The BridgeUSA program, formerly the Exchange Visitor Program, is facilitated by the The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). Kettering University has established tuition exchange programs with several partner universities abroad. Eligible participants should apply with their home institution to be nominated for an exchange term at Kettering University. Once accepted, Kettering University will provide the necessary documents for the student to apply for a J-1 visa. Please see the resources below.
- BridgeUSA Homepage
- Visa application process
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Interview and Documents needed to Apply
Kettering University offers 9 undergraduate degree programs and 8 graduate degree programs. Exchange students are eligible to participate in any in-person course in their field of study offered during their program with a few exceptions. It is understood exchange students will choose courses in consultation with their home faculty to ensure they have sufficient background knowledge.
Check the undergraduate and graduate course catalogs for course descriptions and visit the dynamic schedule for a list of which courses are offered.
Our exchange terms are offered in the fall and spring terms at Kettering. Learn more about our degree programs here.
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At Kettering, our intimate student body and diverse range of clubs and organizations create an environment where forming new friendships and finding your community happens effortlessly. With a small student body, you'll quickly discover a welcoming atmosphere that fosters connections and facilitates meaningful relationships. Whether you're interested in academic clubs, recreational activities, or cultural organizations, the array of options ensures that you'll find like-minded individuals with shared interests. Building your social circle becomes a natural part of your Kettering experience, making it easy to forge new friendships and cultivate a strong sense of community on campus.
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At Kettering, we value your campus life as much as your academic life. We understand that your growth and learning are not limited to the classroom. Your endeavors outside of academics, where you nurture your strengths and pursue your interests, contribute significantly to your overall development, just like your coursework, laboratory work, and other academic pursuits.
