Academic Excellence
- Work towards your degree- and have your achievements recognized at home
- Many resources support you throughout your journey at SVSU
- Enroll in any academic program here and gain specialized skills and knowledge
Semester or Year at SVSU
We are proud to present our newest type of program for international students at SVSU: A One- or Two Semester enrollment at SVSU while earning credit for classes.
Our goal is to fill the gap between non-credit Short Study Programs, Full-time degree enrollment. Enrolling at SVSU for periods of up to four Semesters with credits is possible through our University Partnership and Dual Degree Programs, but we want to open our doors to all international students to work toward their degree within a shorter time at SVSU to return home with the earned credits on top of an excellent American college experience.
Advantages At A Glance
Saginaw Valley State University welcomes international students from around the world for a Semester at SVSU — a non-degree visiting student program that lets you experience U.S. university life for one or two semesters without enrolling in a full degree program. No partnership agreement between SVSU and your home university is required. You enroll in regular SVSU courses alongside degree-seeking students, earn transferable academic credits, and become part of our campus community. It’s a full semester, on a real campus, at Michigan’s most affordable public university.
We are offering the Semester at SVSU for students who...
• Want to experience U.S. university life without committing to a full degree
• Are self-sponsored and not part of an official exchange partnership
• Want to improve their English in an academic environment
• Want transferable credits recognized by their home institution
• Are from any country — no partnership agreement required!
- Michigan’s most affordable public university, making it an exceptional value for an authentic U.S. academic experience.
- #1 Ranked housing out of all Michigan Campuses
- Safe, convenient, and immersive campus experience with a welcoming community
- Helpful resources to support you in every step of your Journey- Including before and after your semester!
- Exceptional International Student Services offered
CONTACT US.
Study Abroad
Kal Spencer
studyabroad@svsu.edu
+1-989-964-4268
International Partnerships
Collin Glenn
intpartner@svsu.edu
+1-989-964-2593
International Student Advisor
Hannah Turk-Lerash
hrturk@svsu.edu
+1-989-964-4059