KEA University - Copenhagen School of Design & Technology
Program Type: Exchange
KEA University - Copenhagen School of Design and Technology, located in Denmark's capital, was established in 2008 and focuses on four core fields: Build, Digital, Design and Tech. KEA uses a student-centered model that is focused on cross-discipline networking and practical training to nurture career ready professionals upon graduation. Copenhagen is a very bicycle-friendly city with magnificent architecture and considered the cultural center of Denmark, with numerous parks and landmarks like the Little Mermaid statue.
Deadlines
Approvals on an ongoing basis until 15-Feb: Fall
Approvals on an ongoing basis until 15-Sep: Spring
Early applicants receive preference.
Eligibility
- Minimum GPA 3.0
- Matriculation in a Bachelor's degree program
- Advertising and Marketing Communications (pilot starting Spring 2025) students must obtain academic advisement and the approval of the department chair/international coordinator. AMC students may participate during their 6th or 7th semester.
- Direct & Interactive Marketing students must obtain academic advisement and approval of the department chair/advisor.
- Fashion Business Management (pilot starting Spring 2025) students must obtain academic advisement and the approval of the department international coordinator. FBM students may participate in their 5th or 6th semester.
Course Information
Students may take the course modules of either:
- Design Department: Creative Branding (Spring only)
- Digital Department: Digital Product Development (Fall or Spring)
Details can be found on the links under "Exchange Programmes" here.
Once you start your application (see button at the bottom of this page), you will be able to review the courses and FIT equivalents. For any FBM applicants, it is best to save Major Area Elective credit for while at KEA.
As KEA is an exchange program, students may also take online courses at FIT at no additional charge.
Academic Calendar
KEA does not post their Academic Calendar until closer to the beginning of term on this website. Typically the dates are from:
- Fall: Mid/Late August - Mid-January
For Fall students, if needing to be back in the US by late December, please touch base with OIP to discuss. Oftentimes KEA can work around the schedule so that students do not have to return for the last two weeks in January. - Spring: Late January - Late June
Students are generally expected to arrive the weekend before orientation begins.
Accommodations
Students are responsible for making their own accommodation arrangements for the duration of their stay. Both on and off-campus housing is available to students attending KEA. See their housing page for more details.
Study Visa
Students will be required to apply for a Visa/Residence Permit for the duration of their stay in Denmark. In addition to the “Residence Permit and Visa” section on the KEA Incoming Exchange website, students are encouraged to carefully review the visa requirements on the Danish Immigration Service website and the KEA-recommended “Visit Denmark” website . Supporting documentation will be provided after approval.
Health Insurance
FIT requires all students to be covered in the U.S. and internationally for the duration of their study abroad program. Students are automatically enrolled in the UHC Study Abroad Insurance, which is included in the program budget below. This policy is SUNY-mandated, therefore students cannot waive it.
The UHC Study Abroad Insurance is ACA compliant and students may waive the FIT Haylor Student Health Insurance using the Study Abroad policy.
Program Budget
A copy of this form may be brought to Financial Aid Services so that a careful review of your program costs may be completed by an assigned financial aid counselor.