Incoming Exchange Partnerships

Study at Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve University has established formal exchange agreements with high-caliber schools around the world. Exchange programs generally last either a semester or academic year and are not available during the summer term. 

Join our highly regarded, global community

We are so excited that you are interested in studying abroad at CWRU! We welcome students from all academic backgrounds—no matter what you are studying, you will quickly become part of our campus community. 

Case Western Reserve is home to students, faculty and scholars from around the world. Nearly one-fourth of CWRU undergraduates are citizens of a country other than the United States, representing more than 100 countries. International students readily find community on our campus, including in student organizations dedicated to sharing identity, celebrating traditions and building friendships.

Take a quick look at our rankings. Explore the Admission website for Undergraduates or for the School of Law, or even go on a virtual tour of campus.

Get full details on your study abroad program:

• Undergraduate
• Law

If you have any questions along the way, please contact us at exchanges@case.edu.

Undergraduate Exchange Students

You can learn more about Case Western Reserve and our undergraduate exchange programs here.

If you are enrolled as an undergraduate, degree-seeking student at one of our exchange partner institutions (listed below) or a Global E3-affiliated university you can apply to study abroad at Case Western Reserve for one or two semesters as an exchange student. 

To get started:

1. Contact the study abroad office at your university to begin the application process.
2. Once you are accepted by your home university, you will receive information on how to apply to Case Western Reserve or GE3. If you have questions on how to complete CWRU's application process, please email exchanges@case.edu.
3. After you are accepted to Case Western Reserve, you will be given information on how to apply for your visa and register for classes. 

If you do not attend one of our exchange partner institutions or a Global E3-affiliated university, and are interested in submitting an application for consideration to enroll in the summer, fall, or spring terms, please see the Visiting Non-Degree Students page for information on how to apply. 

Case Western Reserve University Undergraduate Exchange Partners

Visiting Law Students

If you are enrolled as a degree-seeking law student at one of CWRU School of Law's partner institutions, you can apply to study abroad at Case Western Reserve for one semester as a visiting student. To get started contact your study abroad office or your academic department to begin the application process with them. Once you are accepted by your home university, you will receive information on how to apply to Case Western Reserve.

If you have questions on how to complete Case Western Reserve's application process, please email Jarienn James, Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs.

Additional Resources

These offices and individuals will support you during your time at CWRU. 

OISRE

The Office of Education Abroad partners with the Office of International Student Resources and Engagement to help students transition to Cleveland and have a wonderful experience while here. Once you have been admitted to CWRU, please contact international@case.edu with any questions.

VISA

The VISA Offices advises and supports CWRU's international students, faculty, staff, and scholars with student and employment visa options.