International Study Center

James Madison University students studying together

Term dates

When can you join us at JMU?

Direct Admit Undergraduate 2 Semester

August 2025

StartFinish
Semester 119/8/202511/12/2025
Semester 219/1/202614/5/2026

International Year 1 Semester

January 2025

StartFinish
Semester 120/1/20257/5/2025

August 2025

StartFinish
Semester 119/8/202511/12/2025

International Year 2 Semester

January 2025

StartFinish
Semester 120/1/20257/5/2025
Semester 218/5/202518/8/2025

May 2025

StartFinish
Semester 118/5/202518/8/2025
Semester 219/8/202511/12/2025

August 2025

StartFinish
Semester 119/8/202511/12/2025
Semester 219/1/202614/5/2026

International Year 3 Semester

January 2025

StartFinish
Semester 120/1/20257/5/2025
Semester 218/5/202518/8/2025
Semester 319/8/202511/12/2025

May 2025

StartFinish
Semester 118/5/202518/8/2025
Semester 219/8/202511/12/2025
Semester 319/1/202614/5/2026

August 2025

StartFinish
Semester 119/8/202511/12/2025
Semester 219/1/202614/5/2026
Semester 324/5/202620/8/2026
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Entry requirements

Find out what grades you need in order to join us at the International Study Center, for either our International Year or direct admission to the University. 

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Fees

There are different fees with studying at James Madison University and the International Study Center. Discover what the associated costs are and prepare to join us.

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Are you ready to apply? We’ve made the application process as simple as possible. Read our helpful guide and join us today.

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Have questions? Check out our FAQ page to find out more about studying with us or contact us if you don’t find your answer.

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Our student enrollment advisors are available to answer your questions and help you with your application. We can’t wait to meet you.