BINUS International Office

Study Abroad

04 Nov 2024

The Study Abroad Program (https://linktr.ee/binusstudyabroad) offers BINUS students a valuable opportunity to study at partner institutions worldwide while maintaining a credit transfer arrangement. This program serves as an alternative enrichment track for students pursuing the 3+1 or (2+1)+1 enrichment semester pathways.

KEY BENEFITS OF STUDY ABROAD

  • Immersive International Experience: Engage with diverse cultures and step outside your comfort zone.
  • Language Acquisition: Learn or improve foreign language skills.
  • Networking Opportunities: Build lifelong connections with peers around the globe.
  • Global Perspectives: Broaden your worldview by experiencing different academic systems.
  • Career Boost: Gain a competitive edge in the global job market with international experience.

PROGRAM OPTIONS

Students can choose from various study abroad programs depending on their academic needs and goals. These include:

  • Study Abroad Program (a.k.a Student Exchange, tuition fee waived @Host Institution)
  • Study Abroad Fees-Paying Program (Tuition fee paid @Host Institution)
  • ISEP Exchange Program (Similar to BINUS Study Abroad but with local benefits)
  • ISEP Direct Program (Similar to Fees-Paying at worldwide network opportunities)
  • Double Degree Programs (Only for specific majors/departments)
  • Compulsory Study Abroad (for Global Class students)

Please look at the comparison table below for the guidelines.

Program Type

 Study Abroad/ ISEP Exchange Study Abroad

Fees-Paying/

ISEP Direct

Double Degree
Major All majors, all campuses All majors, all campuses Only for students majoring in:

  • Computer Science (BINUS @ Greater Jakarta)
  • Marketing Communication (BINUS @ Greater Jakarta)
  • Mass Communication (BINUS @ Greater Jakarta)
  • BINUS @ Senayan
Duration 1 – 2 semesters 1 – 2 semesters 2 – 4 semesters
Credit Transfer Yes Yes Yes
Degree BINUS Degree BINUS Degree BINUS Degree + Host Degree
Semester Departure Min. 3rd semester Max. 7th semester Min. 3rd semester Max. 7th semester Min. 5th semester;
it depends on the Double Degree arrangement
Quota Limited with competition Limited with direct placement Unlimited if it meets the host institution’s requirements

FINANCIAL PART

Cost Component

 Study Abroad/ ISEP Exchange Study Abroad

Fees-Paying/ ISEP Direct

Double Degree
Tuition Fee Payment BINUS Tuition (both fixed & variable tuitions): Yes
Host Tuition: Free		 BINUS Tuition: (fixed tuition only)
Host Tuition: Yes		 BINUS Tuition: Yes
(fixed tuition only)
Host Tuition: Yes
Airfare, Visa, Insurance, Living Cost Self-funded

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Requirement Study Abroad/ ISEP Exchange  Study Abroad

Fees-Paying/ ISEP Direct

 Double Degree
Academic GPA min 2.75
  • Passed required BINUS courses
  • GPA depends on the host institution’s requirement
Language Proficiency IELTS Academic 6.0 or​
TOEFL iBT 80 or​
TOEFL ITP 550​
It depends on the host institution’s requirements.		 IELTS Academic overall score of 6.5, each band 6.0,
or it depends on the host institution’s requirements.
Non-Academic Hold a positive point of view, possess a pleasing personality, and have a sense of responsibility.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Semester Departure Study Abroad/

ISEP Exchange

 Study Abroad

Fees-Paying/ ISEP Direct

 Double Degree
Odd/Fall (September – February) 20 Dec (a year before semester departure)
Even Semester (February – July) 20 Jun (a year before semester departure)

HOW TO APPLY

  1. Please do the initial study abroad eligibility check at https://bit.ly/saeligibilitycheck.
  2. Kindly listen to our study abroad presentation recording on Slide Fall 2025 & Recording for Study Abroad Spring 2025.
  3. If you plan to take the study abroad program as your enrichment track, please ensure you have fulfilled the minimum requirements for the enrichment semester, including the required accumulative credits. The students can check independently on https://curriculum.binus.ac.id/ > the students’ major/program > the catalog of the student’s first year. Or the students can consult the student services for further assistance.
  4. Find your host institution destination on https://linktr.ee/binusstudyabroad, and you may use University Mapping (please use a computer device for a better experience) as a reference. Please consult the Program/Department when it comes to academic matters.
  5. If you have passed the initial check and have decided on a host university destination, please do the online registration through https://imobilio-outbound.apps.binus.ac.id/ on time. The login information is the same as your BINUSMAYA login. Required Documents:
    • Passport, min. 18 – 24 months expiry from the application date
    • Language certificate, min. 12 months expiry from the application date
    • Statement of Purpose
  6. Once you have done the registration, you will receive step-by-step guidance from our team.

HOST INSTITUTION
To find out more on the host institutions that you can for each of the corresponding program, please click the links below:

  1. Study Abroad
  2. Study Abroad – Fees Paying
  3. Study Abroad through ISEP Exchange (please put “BINUS University” as your home university if the link does not direct you to the available program for BINUS University)
  4. Study Abroad through ISEP Direct (please put “BINUS University” as your home university if the link does not direct you to the available program for BINUS University)
  5. Double Degree
  6. Compulsory Study Abroad (only for Global Class students)

TIMELINE

Odd Semester (Fall Semester)

Even Semester (Spring Semester)