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Humboldt State University

Subject Areas:

Arts, Business, Information Technology, Education and Science.

Session Dates:

  • Fall (Aug-Dec)
  • Spring (Jan-May)

Accommodation:

Housing at Humboldt State University (HSU) is made up of six accommodation options in the form of apartments and residence halls (The Manor, The Hill, The Canyon, Creekview and Cypress). The buildings are located on the edge of the campus close to the forest surrounding the grounds, all just a short stroll from the centre of the university as well as the gym, theatre and cafes. International students can stay in the International House in Creekview.

Students generally live in shared or single room accommodation. Each bedroom consists of a bed, desk, chair, wardrobe, chest of drawers and telephone and internet access. Common facilities and rooms include living areas, laundries and kitchens which are fully furnished. Students must provide their own pillows, linen (including blankets), towels, and laundry supplies. Extra items that students may like to bring to increase their comfort are among other things, a bedside lamp, telephone, stereo, alarm clock.

Off campus accommodation (although very difficult and not recommended for one semester) is available if students do not wish to live on campus. Students must arrange off campus accommodation themselves although the university is able to offer suggestions.
There are a number of dining choices on campus from the full service cafeteria to smaller cafes and eateries. Students may purchase one of variety of meal plans to compliment their accommodation package.

Approximate expenses for six months:

  • US$6800
  • Accommodation – share US$4260 inc. meals
  • Health Insurance US$350
  • Text books US$650
  • Personal Expenses – US$1500
  • University Fees – US$10 per semester. Labs may have additional lab fees of approximately US $20
  • Round trip airfare
  • Passport and visa fees

Exchange student support services:

The Global Connections Club has been specifically set up to facilitate interactions between international and Humboldt University students.

Visa:

Exchange Visitor

In order to avoid legal difficulties it is essential that students follow all regulations regarding their visa. It is the student’s responsibility to maintain their own status by understanding and complying with all these regulations. If you have any questions, please consult with your International Student adviser or US embassy in your home state or http://usembassy-australia.state.gov/consular/visastudy.html
By not following all regulations, students will be considered "out of status", meaning in violation of their immigration. There are serious penalties for those found to be in violation of their visa which may affect an exchange visitor's privilege to stay in the U.S.

Health Insurance:

International students are required to obtain adequate health insurance for their period of study at Humboldt State University. The university offers a policy for students to purchase which fulfils all the requirements listed below. Students may elect to purchase their own policy from home; however it must meet the requirements of the university.

These are:

  1. Medical benefits of at least $50,000 per accident or illness, with a co payment of no more than 25%
  2. Repatriation of remains in the amount of $7,500
  3. Expenses associated with the medical evacuation of the student to his or her home country in the amount of $10,000
  4. A deductible not to exceed $500 per accident or illness
  5. The policy covers pre-existing conditions after 6 months of continuous coverage.

Facts in brief

About Humboldt State University:

Humboldt State University is nestled amoung redwood trees in the small coastal city of Arcata, California. It was initially established as a teachers college in 1913 as Humboldt State Normal School. In 1935 it was renamed Humboldt State College and then in 1974 it was restructed to its current status as Humboldt State University. Today it has an enrolment of approximately 7550 students and is reknowned for the unique student initiated and run programs that are offered.

Location:

Arcata is a small university town of approximately 16000 residents, almost half of which make up the student population of HSU. It is located on the beautiful Californian coast between San Francisco and Oregon’s border. It was founded in around 1870 as a base for mining operations by the Union gold mining company. Today it is a very progressive city with an environmentally conscious population.

Climate:

The weather pattern of Arcata is typical of the northern Californian coast. It has pleasant moderate summers and cool winters. Most of the rainfall in Arcata occurs over winter. Average lows and highs:

  • January 5 – 13
  • April 7 – 14
  • July 12 – 17
  • October 9– 16

Activities:

Culture;

Humboldt County is renowned for its artistic community, many of whom reside in or around Arcata. Every month festivals are held in Arcata and nearby Eureka to celebrate the artistic diversity of the area. There you can view displays of live music, dancing and art exhibitions. Arcata also hosts the International Film Festival among other annual festivals.

Humboldt State University itself has five galleries on campus as well as CentreArts, a program which hosts visiting theatrical groups and entertainers. The students of HSU, in collaboration with the Humboldt county community, also produce the Sustainable Living, Arts and Music Festival which celebrates sustainable living, art, technology and music together on one platform.

Sport;

With Arcata and HSU located close to both the beach and forests there are plenty of opportunities for people to explore the regions natural beauty. Arcata’s Community Forest provides recreational opportunities for the community, while on Humboldt Bay the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary attracts visitors keen to observe the regions local wildlife in its natural habitat.

The local area is host over 30 recreational activities, from the traditional; baseball, football, basketball etc to the less common; kite boarding, cycling, skate boarding and rafting, Ultimate Frisbee, and surfing.

Humboldt State University is has a strong sporting focus in baseball, football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, tennis and more. There are numerous clubs and organisations to join that support these sports.

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