New Jersey City University
Jersey City, United States
A top U.S. university for diversity and upward mobility.
Tuition Fees
No tuition fees for the Exchange Program if nominated by an exchange partner institution.
Academic Calendar
Semester 1: January- May
Semester 2: September – December
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.
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).
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.
More info: NJCU Housing
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.
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.
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