July 24 - August 22, 2008
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| The Reichstag, where the Parliament meets |
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| "Berlin was perfect because it fulfilled major requirements I needed, besides, I had heard that Berlin was hip—it was true! " |
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Program Information
Study Site
Berlin, with its rich history as a European capitol and as a prime nexus of the cold war, has also long been a center for study and research. United since the Berlin Wall came down in 1989, the city became Germany’s official capital again in 1999, and is now reliving its reputation of being a cultural, industrial, and bohemian center of Europe and the world. Founded just after World War II, the Freie Universität Berlin is one of Germany’s most progressive universities. The International Summer University, offers unique opportunities for students from around the world to study together—in English—in one of Europe’s leading academic and cultural centers, the new world city Berlin. More information can be found at the Official National Tourism website.
Curriculum
Courses meet two days a week for three hours each morning; afternoons are spent on field trips, museum visits or discussions relevant to the morning coursework. Students choose one or two of these tentative courses (click on course title for link to syllabus):
Credit
Students may earn up to six hours of transfer credit from the Freie Universität Berlin. Courses will be graded and displayed on the U of U Summary of Transfer Credit. The Study Abroad Office arranges course registration prior to departure.
Faculty
Courses will be taught in English by international faculty at Freie Universität Berlin. Professor Ron Smelsor, University of Utah Department of History, will be the onsite program director.
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| The Reichstag, where the Parliament meets |
Housing
Participants will stay in single-occupancy student apartments. The furnished apartments have kitchens where you can prepare your own food. Lunches may be taken at the student dining hall (mensa), and other meals may be self-prepared or purchased at neighborhood restaurants and shops.
Itinerary
| Fri., July 24 | Depart U.S. |
| Sat., July 25 | Arrive in Berlin |
| Sun., July 26 | Orientation & city tour |
| Mon., July 27 | Classes begin |
| Sat., August 22 | Last day of class |
| Sun., August 23 | Depart for U.S. |
Application Information
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
- Minimum age of 18
- No previous German experience necessary
Application Deadline
April 20, 2009
Late applications will be accepted with a nonrefundable late fee for 30 days after the initial deadline or until program is full.
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| A street view of Berlin |
Application Process
- Students must submit a complete application, including a personal statement, letter of reference, and a photocopy of the first page of their passport.Applications are available at the Study Abroad Office and online.
- The application and $500 initial program payment should be presented to the Cashier's Window, 165 Student Services Building. The cashier will issue a receipt and stamp your application "Paid." Return the application materials to the Study Abroad Office.
- All applications will be reviewed by the program director and Study Abroad Office staff to determine eligibility. Applicants will be notified by email of their acceptance into the program.
- Additional pre-departure materials will be emailed to all accepted participants.
- If an applicant is determined ineligible for program participation the $500 payment will be refunded in full.
- Non U of U students should submit their initial program payment directly to the Study Abroad Office.
- U of U students, students at other colleges or universities, alumni and qualified members of our community are welcome to apply to participate in U of U study abroad programs.
- Questions about the application process? Contact the Study Abroad Office.
Pre-departure Orientation
Participants must attend pre-departure orientation sessions held to provide program and cultural information. Participants will be contacted when these are arranged. At these meetings you will receive course information and travel details, as well as meet others in the group.
Financial Information
Program Cost
To be determined. The program cost in 2008 was:
$3,210 One course
$4,410 Two courses
Optional Excursions
$100 Dresden
$100 Hamburg
$250 Weimar
Includes: Tuition, accommodation, airport reception service, international health insurance, texts and materials.
Does Not Include: Airfare, passport, meals, personal expenses, city transportation pass, independent travel.
Although not anticipated, the program price may change due to fluctuation of currency exchange rates and contracted agencies, or number of participants.
Withdrawal & Refund Policy
$300 is non-refundable. Refunds for withdrawal from the program will be determined by the Study Abroad Office according to recoverability of incurred costs.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Most U of U financial aid (student loans, grants, etc.) can be applied to the program cost for students taking at least 6 credit hours. Scholarships are also available for U of U students. Download the applications on-line or visit the Study Abroad Office for more information.
This information is available for printout in a brochure form. If you would like to download (pdf/Adobe Acrobat) a copy, please click here.
Contact Us
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Study Abroad Advisor |
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