National Student Exchange
National Student Exchange (NSE) lets you explore by studying away for a summer, semester, or an academic year at one of NSE’s 200 member institutions throughout the United States, Canada, and U.S. territories, including Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Oftentimes, students can study via NSE for the same, or less, than the tuition they pay at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities.
NSE is also a great opportunity to experience a different part of the country and a different type of university.That could be an HBCU, a smaller school, a school closer to family, somewhere warmer, and more
How Do I Get Started?
- Check out the NSE website for more information on partner schools and a useful FAQ section.
- Email [email protected] for more information and/or to set up an advising appointment.
- Follow NSE on Instagram to be updated on opportunities and events
National Student Exchange in Political Science
- Visit Transferology to find courses approved for political science.
- Connect with NSE advising and political science advising to verify your course selection and plan.
- Submit the Transfer Course Evaluation Request - Domestic and Transfer International Credit if a course needs to be reviewed for political science credit.
Contact the Political Science Undergraduate Advising Office at [email protected] with any questions or concerns you have in planning your NSE experience. We are here to help make this process go as smoothly as possible. If you are thinking of participating in NSE, we encourage you to let us know so we can begin the planning process.
Study and Intern in Washington, D.C. with The Washington Center
The Washington Center's Academic Internship Program is an opportunity to spend a summer or semester in Washington, D.C. You will receive personalized career coaching, participate in a hands-on internship, and receive access to a wide network of peers and professionals in Washington, D.C. Most classes you can take are taught be professionals working in related fields.
The Department of Political Science has approved a variety of courses for political science credit. Contact [email protected] to discuss the options and how they would work with your academic plan. Note that the credits are transfer credit, which is especially important for students close to graduation and/or transfer students. All students should consult with major and college advising.
If you would like to receive political science credit, the internship must involve work in government, politics, or the policy making process and be approved by Internship Director Professor Soper. You must contact Professor Soper at [email protected] as you explore the program and internship options. It is strongly recommended that you reach out to him early in the process so you know what types of internships meet the requirements.
Visit the Academic Internship Program webpage for more information on eligibility, cost, housing, application, and more.
General Application Deadline Summary
- Fall term: Deadline typically in March and April.
- Spring term: Deadline typically in September.
- Summer term: Deadline typically in December and January.