Academic Calendar

• Semester 1: January- May

• Semester 2: September – December

Academic Requirements

• Must have completed at least one semester at Assumption University.

• Should be in second year or above with a minimum “C” average (or equivalent).

Application Process

• Nominated students will receive an email with the NJCU exchange application link and required documents. All materials must be submitted electronically to inbound-exchange@njcu.edu

Insurance and Immunizations

• You need health insurance that meets US State Department rules.

• You can use NJCU’s plan or another plan with the same coverage.

• Some immunizations are required — send your documents before you arrive.

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 More info: NJCU Insurance & Immunization

Academic Information

• Full-time study: Minimum 12 credits per semester (about 4 classes).

• Attendance: Students must attend all classes and activities; it counts toward grades.

• Class selection: Info provided after application is processed.

• Transcripts: Issued ~3 weeks after semester, with 2 official copies sent to home university.

Tuition Fees

No tuition fees for the Exchange Program if nominated by an exchange partner institution.

English Requirement

• TOEFL 69–79, IELTS 5.5–6.5, or CEFR B2

• Alternate proof of English proficiency may be accepted

• NJCU does not offer full-time ESL; admission is not possible for English-only study

Visa Information

All exchange students must obtain an F-1 or J-1 visa. Details on the visa process are available here.

University Housing

• Housing Requirement: Exchange students must live in University Housing. Waiver requests are reviewed case by case.

• Housing Application: Access is given after admission and course registration. Housing cannot be applied for before registration.

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More info: NJCU Housing

Estimated Cost of Living

• Total: ~USD 10,500 per semester (≈ 362,000 THB)

• Accommodation & Meal Plan: ~USD 7,500 per semester (≈ 260,000 THB)

• Books & Personal Expenses: ~USD 2,500 per semester (≈ 85,000 THB)

• Health Insurance: ~USD 120 per month → USD 480 (≈ 16,500 THB) Fall / USD 600 (≈ 20,500 THB) Spring