VCU Summer in Austria

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Vienna

Term: Summer 
Dates: July 3 - July 31

Description: The Office of International Education and the School of World Studies at Virginia Commonwealth University are pleased to offer an intensive German language immersion course for summer the beautiful city of Vienna, Austria. German language and culture courses will be offered in an intensive four-week session in the heart of Vienna. Museum and cultural visits, city excursions, several weekend tours, and numerous activities will be included. One free weekend for individual travel will be made available.

Vienna, the capital of Austria, is a metropolis with unique charm, vibrancy and flair. It is also considered a dream city for anyone with a romantic streak or an interest in history, music and art. The largest city in Austria, Vienna boasts outstanding infrastructure, is steeped in culture, and provides all the inspiration that you could wish for in order to discover central Europe.

Course and credit options: 6 VCU credits
Participants may choose between GRMN 101 Elementary German (4 credits) or GRMN 102 Elementary German (4 credits) at the elementary level; or two classes from the intermediate and/or advanced levels: GRMN 201 Intermediate German, GRMN 205 Intermediate German Conversation, GRMN 305 Advanced German Conversation, or GRMN 491 Topics, depending on skill level.

Students will participate in intensive German language instruction through Cultura Wien Language Institute at the beginner, intermediate, or advanced levels. Four to six credits are available, depending on student need. Students will be required to take a placement test prior to the beginning of classes.

Highlights: Included in the program are excursions on the Danube through the Wachau, Gmunden, hiking near the Traunstein, a visit to Schloss Schönbrunn, and a number of Viennese monuments and museums. In addition, excursions and other activities will be organized through Cultura Wien and open to all.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: USD 2,095

*Accommodations
*Intensive German language courses
*Study visits, tours and activities
*Laundry card (to use in dorm)
*Austrian "Vorteilskarte (reduced train rates - good for 1 year)
*On-site Program Director support
*Application fee and deposit
*Pre-departure orientation
*VCU administrative fees
* International Student Identification Card

The following are NOT included in the program fee. Students are responsible for:
*Airfare
*VCU tuition and fees
*Most meals
*Passport application fee
*Personal expenses during the program (estimated at USD1,700)
*Anything not specifically mentioned above

Please budget for these additional expenses!

Experience Required: yes

All applicants are required to submit an essay and will be interviewed individually by the program director to be eligible for participation. The interview will be extremely important to the application process!

This Program is open to American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 10-15

Application Process Involves:

• Essay
• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Phone Interview

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home