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IES Abroad European Union Summer (Outgoing Program)

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Advisor: Robert Dowden Program Type: Partner
Academic Level: 1. Freshman, 2. Sophomore, 3. Junior Areas of Study: Business, Economics, History, Politics
Minimum GPA: 2.5 Credits: 6
Language Prerequisite: 000 - No language prerequisite On-Site Language Course Required: No
Language of Instruction: English Housing Options: Residence Hall
Internship Available: No
Program Description:

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IES Abroad European Union Summer


Description

The European Union is not only an important political and economic institution, but a community of nearly 500 million citizens and one of the largest markets in the world. As the European Union continues to grow in size and influence, understanding the EU and the countries seeking membership, becomes key to understanding Europe and our world. With its central European location, the picturesque city of Freiburg makes an ideal starting point for the exploration of the European Union.
Based in Freiburg, Germany, the European Union Summer Program takes you on extended field study trips to Turkey and the Western Balkan states for an intensive study of the European Union and its relationships with its neighbors to the east. This program challenges you with a unique Integrative Seminar and with a variety of elective course options. The program also deepens your understanding of the region and gives you first-hand experience with the cultural and political landscape of the European Union and its neighbors today.

Academics & Curriculum

Participants in this program take two courses. The first course, From Marginalization to Inclusion?: The Balkans, Turkey, and the EU, is required for all students. The other course is a 3-credit, English-taught elective from one of many options in economics, history, international relations, politics, or religion.

Students interested in learning more about course offerings can find information here.

Accommodation & Meals

The IES Abroad EU program offers participants the unique opportunity to live in a single or double room in a co-ed suite shared with German and international students. Suites have shared kitchens and baths. Meals are not included in the program fee. Students typically prepare meals at their residences or dine in Freiburg’s affordable student cafeterias.

Scholarships

Students attending this program may consider applying to one or more of the following scholarships:

​More scholarship opportunities can be found on the Office of Education Abroad's scholarship webpage.


Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2025 03/01/2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.