Summer Term, Fall Semester, and Academic Year Programs:
- Application Opens: August 1
- Application Deadline: December 1
Spring Semester Programs:
- Application Opens: January 1
- Application Deadline: May 1
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Planning Ahead
In your online MIX application, you will be asked to select three partner universities where you would like to be nominated as an exchange student.
How to explore your options:
- Browse by Country: MIX has partner universities in over 20 countries.
- Get MIX Advising – Email outbound@hawaii.edu with your questions or request an advising appointment. Our team is here to help you plan your experience!
Undergraduate Students
Eligibility requirements:
- Be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program at UH Mānoa
- Complete at least two semesters (24 credits minimum) at UH Mānoa prior to departure
- Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (3.0 preferred)
Note: Partner universities may have additional requirements, such as a higher GPA (e.g., 3.0+), two semesters completed before applying (not just before departure), or specific language qualifications. Always check the MIX program pages of the partner universities you are interested in for more details. If you have any questions contact outbound@hawaii.edu.
Transfer Students: Semesters completed outside of UH Mānoa generally do not count toward the two-semester requirement, though exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Postgraduate Students
Eligibility requirements:
- Be enrolled full-time in a graduate program at UH Mānoa
Note: Partner universities may have additional requirements for postgraduate applicants, including GPA minimums, program prerequisites, or language qualifications. Always check the MIX program pages of the partner universities you are interested in for more details. If you have any questions contact outbound@hawaii.edu.
Nomination & Next Steps
The following sections outline what happens after you submit your application, including the nomination process, the partner university’s secondary application, and other important actions and information. Expand each section below for detailed guidance and instructions.
Once you have been nominated to a MIX partner university, you must complete that university’s application process for exchange students, which MIX refers to as the “Secondary Application.” MIX will provide you with detailed instructions on how and when to complete this process. Follow the instructions carefully and submit all required materials to either MIX or the partner university by the stated deadlines.
Each partner university has its own application process. This may include:
- Online or paper applications
- Letters of recommendation (varies by university)
- Official transcripts
- ID photographs
- Health forms or other documentation
Please note that acceptance into the MIX program and nomination to a partner university does not guarantee admission to that university. The partner university makes the final decision based on whether you meet their program requirements. While most nominated students are accepted, do not purchase airfare or make any non-refundable arrangements until you receive official acceptance from the partner university. This notification will be sent to you or to MIX by email or as an official letter. MIX is not responsible for any financial losses if your application is not accepted.
Students applying to MIX are billed two separate non-refundable fees:
- $30 Application Fee
- $50 Administration Fee
These fees are not part of program tuition and cover administrative services that support international exchange programs at UH Mānoa. Both fees are billed after the application deadline.
The administration fee also reserves your place in the program and is only charged to students who are ready to commit to the MIX program they have been nominated for.
Failure to pay these fees may result in:
- Withdrawal of your application or cancellation of your nomination
- A financial hold on your UH account, preventing course registration
Additional Conditions for Participation
To participate in MIX, all students must:
- Be in good academic and disciplinary standing at the time of application and throughout their program
- Not be on disciplinary probation, suspension, or deferred suspension
MIX considers an applicant’s full academic and disciplinary record, educational goals, readiness, advisor recommendations, and personal preparation. MIX may conduct interviews during the application process and reserves the right to deny or revoke participation at its discretion.
UH Mānoa, MIX, and partner universities may enforce conduct standards at any time. Participation may be revoked if a student fails to meet these standards or engages in conduct that disrupts the program or the well-being of others. Program fees and expenses are non-refundable if participation is terminated for these reasons.