Information Sessions
Welcome to the Study Abroad and Exchange Information Sessions page! The International & Exchange Student Center offers information sessions to help you navigate your way to the study abroad/exchange experience that is just right for you!
Congratulations on taking your first steps toward studying abroad, we look forward to helping you get to your desired destination!
The International and Exchange Student Center offers regular information sessions during the year to encourage students to learn more about the study abroad and exchange opportunities available at CSUN. Requests for accommodation services (e.g., sign language interpreters or transcribers) must be made at least five (5) business days in advance. Please contact the Study Abroad Advisors no less than five (5) business days prior to your desired session to request that accommodation services be provided.
Please see the schedule below for the list of dates. Please note that all information sessions taking place will be held online via ZOOM unless specified otherwise.
January
Study Abroad & Exchange Information Session
Monday, January 6, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Study Abroad & Exchange Information Session
Thursday, January 16, 2025
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Gilman Scholarship Information Session
Monday, January 27, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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February
Gilman Scholarship Information Session
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Additional dates coming soon!
March
Dates coming soon!
May
Dates coming soon!
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program Tutorials offer a "Fulbright 101" -- providing basic information about the program, applicant qualifications and application components. Each tutorial focuses on a portion of the greater Fulbright U.S. Student Program in 10-15 minute videos. Accessible 24/7, these tutorials help applicants begin the process of determining which Fulbright U.S. Student Program offering is right for them, and beginning the application process.
Tutorials
- How It Works: Fulbright
- Tutorial - English Teaching Assistantship (ETA)
- Tutorial - Fulbright Research / Study Grants (U.S. Student Program)
Webinar
- The Information Session page has a complete list of webinars for applicants.
- Watch a recording: We record and save all Fulbright Applicant Webinars for those applicants who cannot attend the live event.
Videos
- The Fulbright Program Vimeo and YouTube Channels highlight grantees and alumni through video-we visit alumni, talk to grantees, and dig into what Fulbrighters are doing on the ground.
In addition to the information sessions offered by the International & Exchange Student Center (see schedule above), the National Student Exchange (NSE) central office also offers virtual information sessions during the fall and spring semesters. Any questions regarding these sessions should be directed to info@nse.org.
Join the CSUN Study Abroad Team for these virtual sessions to go over CSUN study abroad & exchange applications, including walk-throughs, application tips, and general application questions.
Requests for accommodation services (e.g., sign language interpreters or transcribers) must be made at least five (5) business days in advance. Please contact the Study Abroad Advisors no less than five (5) business days prior to your desired session to request that accommodation services be provided.
Please see the schedule below for the list of dates. Please note that all information sessions taking place will be held online via ZOOM unless specified otherwise.
January
Study Abroad & Exchange Application Walk-Through Session
Join the CSUN Study Abroad Team as they walk students through the application process and help students get started.
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Application Drop-In Session
Join the CSUN Study Abroad Team for this virtual session to get your questions answered about your application! This is a drop-in session, so students do not need to register in advance and are not required to be present for the entire session.
Friday, January 10, 2025
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Application Drop-In Session
Join the CSUN Study Abroad Team for this virtual session to get your questions answered about your application! This is a drop-in session, so students do not need to register in advance and are not required to be present for the entire session.
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join drop-in session
February
Study Abroad & Exchange Application Walk-Through Session
Join the CSUN Study Abroad Team as they walk students through the application process and help students get started.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Application Drop-In Session
Join the CSUN Study Abroad Team for this virtual session to get your questions answered about your application! This is a drop-in session, so students do not need to register in advance and are not required to be present for the entire session.
Thursday, February 6, 2025
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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Application Drop-In Session
Join the CSUN Study Abroad Team for this virtual session to get your questions answered about your application! This is a drop-in session, so students do not need to register in advance and are not required to be present for the entire session.
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Gilman Scholarship Application Drop-In Session
Join the CSUN Study Abroad Team for this virtual session to get your Gilman Scholarship application questions answered! This is a drop-in session, so students do not need to register in advance and are not required to be present for the entire session.
Friday, February 21, 2025
10:00 am - 11:30 am
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March
Gilman Scholarship Application Drop-In Session
Join the CSUN Study Abroad Team for this virtual session to get your Gilman Scholarship application questions answered! This is a drop-in session, so students do not need to register in advance and are not required to be present for the entire session.
Monday, March 3, 2025
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join drop-in session