American Junior Year at Heidelberg University

  Germany

Heidelberg

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer 
Dates: Sep to mid-July, Sep to mid-Dec, March to mid-July

Description: During your studies at the University of Heidelberg -- Germany's oldest university -- you will develop a more independent and self-reliant attitude towards learning. You will gain a new perspective on your major field of studies and will broaden your understanding of European history and cultures. Since all courses are taught in German, your language proficiency will increase rapidly.

You can study with the American Junior Year at Heidelberg program for a full academic year, for just one semester, or for the 6-week Heidelberg at Heidelberg summer school. The Resident Director and Associate Director will help you select courses which reflect your interests and which fulfill the requirements of your home campus.

In the AJY study center, conveniently located on University Square in the heart of the old city, you can relax with friends between classes, watch television, read the newspapers, use computers for email, term papers, or homework assignments -- everthing, of course, auf Deutsch!

Heidelberg is one of Germany's most beautiful cities. For centuries, Heidelberg's romantic charm has attracted admirers from all over the world. It is also the classic German student city -- bustling with a wide range of cultural activities such as theater, dance, and music and all types of shops, student pubs, and sports facilities.

In Heidelberg, you will:

- Live in a single room in a dorm or shared apartment alongside German and international students
- Meet regularly with your German language partner
- Participate in one or more sports, music, volunteer or other community organizations

Highlights: Founded in 1386, the University of Heidelberg has been shaped by over 600 years of European history. Today, the University is internationally recognized for the exceptional quality of its research and its teaching.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: Associates

Cost in US$: USD17,700 Acad Yr, USD8,470 fall, USD8,660 spring

Note: Room costs for 2006-2007 are 2,620 Euro for the academic year, 1,210 Euro for fall semester, and 1,310 Euro for spring semester.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American Participants.

Participants Travel to Germany Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Heidelberg College's Mission Statement: Heielberg University is a community of learning that promotes and nurtures intellectual, personal and professional development, leading to a life of purpose with distinction.

Year Founded: 1850