Exchange Students

We welcome International Exchange students from around the globe as nominees from our International Partner Institutions. We are thrilled to host you at CCS and in Detroit.

The Global Engagement Office (GEO) is here to help you along the way! Please contact the GEO to get started.

If you are nominated to study as an Exchange Student at CCS these are the steps you will follow: 

Nomination Deadlines:

  • Complete the Learning Agreement Form and register for your CCS courses by scheduling a meeting with the Global Programs Advisor.
  • Obtain the J-1 Visa documents from the CCS Responsible Officer, and Director of the Global Engagement Office.
  • Apply for your J-1 Student Visa by following these the steps outlined on this webpage
  • Apply for CCS On-Campus housing and pay the required fees.
  • Complete the Introduction to International Student Resources Experience on Peacock Pride.
  • Schedule a Pre-Departure Meeting with the International Student Services Office to ask questions prior to travel.
  • Attend New Student & New International Student Orientations on campus.