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Village by the sea, green mountains on a French island.

is located on the island of La Réunion in the middle of the Indian Ocean. Université de la Réunion offers more than just clear blue waters and pristine beaches, you can also explore both active and inactive volcanoes, cirques and picturesque waterfalls. This site is perfect for a student looking for a non-traditional location with a French and Creole twist. With a year-round tropical climate, breathtaking mountain ranges and untamed ocean fronts, the choices are endless. From a leisurely walk in the mountain trails to diving in the open ocean, you can always find something to enjoy. The university offers courses in the arts, languages and humanities, law, economics and political science, sciences and technologies, health, and management. ISEP students can take part in a number of cultural and sporting activities as well as join student associations.

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Location

St. Denis, France

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Term

Spring, Fall, Academic Year

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Housing

Dormitory

Program Highlights

This study abroad experience is run through the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP), a network of over 250 institutions in over 50 countries. and ISEP have had a partnership for over 10 years. This partnership allows KSU students to apply to any of their programs.


 

Program Contact Information

Margaret Hosack

Education Abroad Advisor

Email: mhosack@kent.edu

Office Phone: 330-672-7982

Important Dates

Application Deadlines

ISEP’s priority application deadlines are:

  • September 15 for spring programs (approximately January till May).
  • March 1 for fall programs (approximately September till December).
  • March 1 for summer programs (approximately June till August).

Some ISEP Exchange programs and many ISEP Direct programs remain available after these deadlines. You can find specific deadlines on each program page.

Program Dates

Program dates vary based upon the host institution's academic calendar, but the following are general guidelines:

  • Fall: Approximately September to December
  • Spring: Approximately January to May
  • Summer: Approximately June to August
Eligibility
  • You must be in good academic standing at with a minimum GPA of 2.75 to apply to Université de la Réunion.
  • You must have completed at least two semesters at .
How Does an ISEP Study Abroad Program Work?

and life-changing, allowing students to gain cross-cultural understanding and respect for others.

ISEP offers an  among a global community of universities in more than 50 countries throughout Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, Oceania, and South America.

Students can participate in , , or  for any field of study, as well as  and .

  • With  programs, you can go abroad anywhere in the ISEP network while paying KSU-equivalent tuition, housing, and meals. This then enables a student from another ISEP member university to take your place at KSU. You might be even able to apply for scholarships or financial aid that you normally receive toward your ISEP program abroad.
  • programs are often the best value available, offering low-cost options, guaranteed placement at the university of your choice, and a thoughtfully customized experience.
Application Process

Students will be required to complete three applications:

  1. An internal State Education Abroad application.
  2. An ISEP application.
  3. And a partner university application.

These quick steps below will help walk you through the process.

First, start an Education Abroad Application

  • Students must also complete an international State application to participate in an ISEP program.
  • You can begin your OGE application by clicking the “Apply Now” button.
  • Your Education Abroad application will be accepted upon ISEP placement (see below).
  • Please note that acceptance to the program by does not serve as final approval. ISEP and the host institution grant final approval for each applicant.

Then, start an ISEP Application

  • Students must create an ISEP account with their State email. From there, you are required to submit one single application through the  for your program(s) of interest. Please follow the application instructions on the ISEP website.
  • Review the  guide to better understand the ISEP Exchange application and placement process.

Next, wait for ISEP Placement

Once the ISEP application deadline has passed, students will be placed at one of their program(s) of interest. Each year, ISEP begins reviewing applications following their priority application deadlines on September 15 and March 1.

ISEP Exchange

For ISEP Exchange applicants, ISEP makes placement decisions based on exchange space available at each host institution and academic fit for the student.

Exchange applicants can expect to receive their placement notification within 2-4 weeks of the priority deadline.

ISEP Direct

For ISEP Direct applicants, there is no limit to the number of program spaces available, so chances of placement are excellent provided you meet the program requirements.

Direct applicants can expect to receive their placement notification within 1-2 weeks of submission, following the priority deadline.

Finally, complete the Host University Application

  • Once ISEP has placed you in a program, you will receive instructions directly from ISEP about completing an application for the host university.
  • Please note your final acceptance into the program is contingent on official acceptance from the host institution.
  • Confirmation of placement usually takes 3-4 weeks while the host institution reviews your application.
Transferring Credits

Transfer Credits

With this program, students enroll in courses at a partner (host) institution. You will need to transfer the credits you earn abroad back to .

Upon successful completion of the program, the host institution will issue you an official transcript, which will be needed for the credit transfer process.

You must earn passing grades on the courses you take abroad for the credits to transfer. 

Prior to departure, students will meet with their academic advisor to complete a Transfer Course Planning (TCP) Form, which will outline the courses you plan to take while abroad and how the courses will transfer to . 

Some courses have already been pre-approved for transfer to State and can be viewed on the Transfer Credit Guide. Please note that this is only a guide and is NOT a comprehensive list of courses available at each partner institution.