Application Deadline & Fee

                   February 1, 2024; $75                        Application fee is non-refundable.

Program Dates

             Travel and Course Dates:                     May 19 - June 15, 2024    

Program Details

For centuries, Berlin has been a crossroads of cultures and peoples from all over Europe and the world.  Today Berlin is a vibrant cosmopolitan and multicultural city that offers something for everyone. From the Cold War, to the first and second world wars, to the Kaiserzeit and Napoleon and before, students will find layer after layer of history. In our activities and weekly field trips, we will explore museums and architecture, visit concentration camps and attend concerts.  Germany is a microcosm of the very best of European culture and science, as well as the darkest moments of human history. Students will learn language and discover foods and music and people that will change them for the rest of their lives.

Program Sites:

  • Berlin

Weekend field trips to:

  • Dresden
  • Weimar
  • Leipzig

Anticipated Curriculum

*Student must take both of these courses. 

GER 351G  German Culture and Civilization (3 credits)

GER 380R Special Topics in German (3 credits)

 

Course pre-requisites may be waived for students admitted into the study abroad program by the faculty program director

Program Requirements*

Must be 18 years of age at the time of departure

Minimum G.P.A.: 2.0 or Higher

There are no language prerequisites for this program

Physical Requirements: Significant walking. Students should be able to walk up to 3-4 miles per day.

Each international destination has its own Covid-19 rules and it is the traveler's responsibility to find out what is required. UVU will not be responsible for covering the cost of hotel quarantine or COVID testing in foreign destinations. Students may be required to test negative for COVID at their own expense by host countries as a condition for entry.

*Accessibility services vary from country to country. Contact the Office of Education Abroad if you require such services. Students with significant physical or mental health needs should discuss their suitability for study abroad travel with their medical professional, UVU Student Health Services, UVU Accessibility Services, and/or family before making the decision to apply.

Estimated Program Fee*

Fee covers in-country housing and transportation, language school inscription, program side trips, entry fees, international insurance. The program fee does not include the listed Additional Estimated Costs. 

$3150.00

*This cost is tentative and based on program plans and the exchange rate at the time it was posted. This cost may or may not be updated due to exchange-rate fluctuations, program revisions , and program date changes.

*Within 5 days of acceptance into a Study Abroad program, you will be required to pay a $500 non-refundable commitment deposit to confirm your spot. See the Refunds and Cancellation policy.

Additional Estimated Costs

The student is responsible for these additional costs:

  • UVU study abroad tuition* ($990 for 6 credits at $165 per credit hour)
  • International Flight (approx $1200-$2000+)
  • Meals (approx $400 for lunches)
  • Discretionary spending (approx $100 - $500 based on personal spending needs)
  • Passport ($165)
  • ETIAS European Travel Authorization (approx $8)

Students over the age of 73 at the time of travel may be required to purchase a supplemental international health and evacuation insurance plan through GeoBlue (approx $200-$500+)

Students should be prepared to pay out-of-pocket for travel disruptions including lost luggage, possible COVID tests or quarantine stays if required by the host country for entry or exit, missed flights, etc.

All students are required to pay a $75 non-refundable application fee .

 

*UVU study abroad tuition is charged as an additional study abroad fee in your student account. It is separate from the study abroad program fee and regular UVU summer tuition. It is not factored into the "equal payment" calculation of the UVU Tuition Table. Study Abroad students are advised to only take study abroad courses during the block of their study abroad program.

Scholarships

There are some scholarship opportunities that are available from UVU and nationally. These scholarships are competitive and have varying application dates. Please click here for more information.

Financial Aid

Pell Grants and Student Loans may be applied to the program, based on eligibility. Speak to the UVU Study Abroad Advisor (LA 111) and a Financial Aid Advisor for more information (BA 105).

UVU Faculty/Staff Dependent Tuition Waiver benefits may not be used to pay for study abroad tuition or fees.

Program Directors

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Travel Report

Students are strongly encouraged to read the U.S. State Department’s country information webpage for the most up-to-date information on travel advisories, entry, exit, and visa requirements, safety, security, health, and other important travel factors.