API Year Catalog 2015 by API Study Abroad

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A we alth of op tions API offers study abroad programs in 20 countries, in 40 cities. Programs can be as long as a full year or as short as two weeks. With a wide variety of courses offered in almost every major discipline and in various languages of instruction, it is easy for students to find a program that suits their academic interests. Superior s tudent services API Program Managers are readily available to assist students throughout the pre-departure process and into their session abroad. Once abroad, on-site API directors support students through the cultural transition process, provide academic support and serve as a source of reference both for everyday questions and emergencies. API strives to provide students with as much practical advice and guidance as possible. 4

API gives you the most inclusive and highest qualit y study abroad experience for the PRICE.

96%

OF FORMER API STUDENTS

SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE MET OR EXCEEDED THEIR EXPECTATIONS.

Commitment to e xcep tional value The cost of an API program includes more than just tuition and housing. Exciting overnight and day excursions, academic and cultural support, mobile phones, medical and life insurance, as well as social and cultural events are included in the cost of the program. Additionally, once a student is accepted into an API program and quoted a program price, it will not change. Focus on ac ademic e xcellence All API students take courses at a partner institution or university based in their host country, rather than at a center just for API students. API university and institutional partners are either fully accredited foreign universities or institutes with U.S. schools of record.

“API offered SO much to us. Definitely more than any other program I have heard of and for such an amazing price. If you took advantage of everything API offered, you really got your money’s worth. I was so satisfied with everything on-site.” - Talia H.

There is so much

INCLUDED with an API program !

pre-departure advising • student visa support • Orientation Materials and Resources ALUMNI OUTREACH • airport reception • cell phones • Tuition • quality housing near the city Center • on-site orientation • full-time on-site resident directors • scholarship opportunities • 24-Hour Emergency Assistance • overnight excursions • international excursions • volunteer opportunities • On-Site Tutoring and Academic Support • Welcome and Farewell Group Events • COMPREHENSIVE medical and life insurance • social and cultural activities • TRANSCRIPT FROM ACCREDITED INSTITUTION • extensive alumni Network • and more! 5

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Advising API staff members happily guide students through the administrative processes of the pre-departure phase of study abroad. Students and parents may contact API staff as often as needed with questions about academics, on-site logistics, visa procedures, housing, classes and anything else. API staff members, in turn, are frequently in touch with students regarding program updates, essential travel tips and recommendations for having a successful experience abroad. Mob ile Phone All API students receive a free phone with discounted calling packages or initial minutes. With these cell phones, parents, API Resident Directors, family and friends at home and abroad can communicate with students and more easily contact them in the event of an emergency. When in the host country, incoming calls are generally free for students. Outgoing calls incur a per minute charge, and text messages also carry a fee per text.

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an api welcome Airpor t Recep tion API students are met at the airport and welcomed to their new home by API Resident Directors on the program start date. On -SitE Orientation The on-site orientation takes place during the first week of a student’s stay. API orientations include tours of the city as well as practical information about life in the host city, including transportation, safety and local culture. The orientation is designed to minimize adjustment difficulties upon arrival and gives students a chance to get to know other participants in the program. “I was overall extremely impressed by API’s program. I loved it so much I wish I had done a year!” - Brooke C.

Resident Direc tor s API has highly qualified, trained and experienced English-speaking Resident Directors available to students throughout their session abroad. Most Resident Directors are locals from the host country in which students will be studying and all are ready to provide practical information and insight into the host culture. Our Resident Directors greet students at the airport, introduce students to the ways of life in their host country, help students to register at the host university and support students throughout their stay. They are available in case of any personal emergency and are ready to implement the API emergency response plans if needed.

Tuition All programs include a fixed number of credits per term as part of the standard fee. The number of credits that a student can earn each session is detailed on each program page, and varies from 12-18 credits per semester session and 3-6 credits per Jan-term or intensive session. Medic al and Life Insur ance Medical and life insurance is provided for all students during the program term. The coverage includes medical evacuation and repatriation, as well as 24-hour support for medical issues. 7

Social and Cultur al Ac tivities Students are offered monthly APIsponsored social and cultural activities, including outings to movies, concerts, cultural tours, theater performances, museums, outdoor activities and more. All entrance fees are covered by API. Students also enjoy both welcome and farewell group meals. Volunteer Oppor tunities Organized by API staff in many locations, the API Gives Back Project may consist of an ongoing volunteer opportunity or a one-day commitment. The goal of the project is to help API students express their thanks for the welcome they received from the local community.

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HOUSING Housing is included in the API program fee. Depending on the host city, students may choose from various housing options, including host families, apartments or student dormitories. Students can request single rooms on their housing form for an additional cost, although some sites may have guaranteed single rooms as part of the program fee. A $250 security deposit is due by the final payment deadline for all programs. A fee of $75 will be retained from all security deposits to cover standard cleaning fees and general maintenance fees, including minor repairs and standard touch-up painting. The remaining $175 is refundable provided that: 1) no additional fees are assessed on-site for incidentals, damages or excessive utility usage; and 2) the API program fee has been paid in full. Housing for all year students during the period between the fall and spring semesters is not included in the API program fee. Most students take advantage of this time to return home to the U.S. or to travel around their host country. In most cases, API can arrange between-term housing for students in their host city for an additional fee. Refer to the city information sections for more specific housing information by location.

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Tr anscrip t Upon completion of the academic session, an official transcript from an accredited institution with a letter of translation (if necessary) is sent to each student’s home institution. API encourages students to discuss their academic choices with home school advisors to determine how credits reflected on the transcript might be transferred toward their degree plan. EXPERIENTIAL PROGRAMS Students who are interested in continuing their international experience may choose to participate in a intern, teach, volunteer, work abroad program or service trip through Cultural Embrace by API. Please call 512-469-9089 or visit culturalembracebyapi.com for details.

Alumni Net work and Professional Development Oppor tunities Returning students have the opportunity to apply to become a Peer Mentor, Campus Advocate, or Alumni Specialist with API for a semester or academic year. These special alumni serve as resources for outbound students, participating in their home school’s study abroad fair, serving as a study abroad advocate, giving presentations to student groups and the community at large, and helping API to keep its predeparture information relevant and student-focused. Upon completion of their year of service, these alumni may apply for an internship with API, a great résumé builder. Students are also encouraged to join our alumni groups on Facebook and LinkedIn for additional post-program networking opportunities and resources.

“overall, working with api has been an excellent experience. They really made an effort to individualize the program and HELP ME TO get the most out of studying abroad!” - MICHAEL B.

here’s how to apply to an api program

Make it happen

EASY STEPS TO GET YOU ON YOUR WAY

Visit your study abroad and academic advisors to determine how study abroad works at your home university. Plan early...at least a year in advance is recommended!

Narrow down the choices by focusing on programs that meet your academic needs and goals.

Decide when you want to go.

Verify admission requirements and program deadlines.

Go to apistudyabroad.com to start your application.

Submit supplementary application documents to API.

Apply for or renew a passport. Start researching flights and your host country. Apply for API scholarships.

THINGS TO

CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING AN API PROGRAM

• Language of instruction

• Big city or small town

• Course offerings

• Cost of program

• location

• Housing

• excursions

• Special features

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Continuous access to applic ation After applying, API encourages students to visit their @api online account frequently to determine if there are any supplementary materials that must be submitted to complete the application.

Promp t notific ation of accep tance Once a complete application has been received, API Program Managers promptly notify the applicant of his/her acceptance. Students are notified by phone and sent an acceptance e-mail with detailed instructions regarding post-acceptance materials and how to submit them to API.

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PAYING

FOR YOUR API PROGRAM

API scholarships API awards approximately $400,000 annually in both need and merit-based scholarships. Visit apistudyabroad.com for more information on scholarship requirements, deadlines, and additional funding resources. API scholarship opportunities include: REGIONAL schol ar ship The API Regional Scholarship offers awards across our programs that range from $250-$800 per term. fir s t gener ation schol ar ship The First Generation Scholarship supports students who are the first in their families to attend a college or university, and awards range from $250 to $750 per session. S.T.E .M. Schol ar ship The API STEM scholarship is offered for API participants who are studying science, technology, engineering or mathematics, and awards range from $250 to $750 per session.

financial aid and Scholarships

from your home institution API is happy to accept institutional and federal financial aid that is processed by the student’s home university. Students who plan on using financial aid toward the cost of the study abroad session should meet with their school’s financial aid office EARLY! All students, even those who are not currently receiving financial aid, are encouraged to meet with financial aid representatives at their home university to determine eligibility for scholarships, grants, or loans available during the study abroad semester. Some students are even eligible to increase the amount of their financial aid award based on the comparative cost of living abroad. API signs consortium agreements as necessary to ensure that financial aid can be applied to the API program cost. 12

api diver sit y Schol ar ship API is pleased to provide a diversity scholarship in order to support students from a variety of backgrounds, with awards ranging from $250 to $750 per session. API/JCU EARLY B IRD SCHOLARSHIP Students interested in studying abroad with API in Rome, Italy, at John Cabot University may earn an “early bird scholarship” when applying early, which takes $200 to $350 off of their program fee. API/JCU Diver sit y Schol ar ship The API/JCU Diversity Scholarship provides one full tuition award to an outstanding minority student at John Cabot University in Rome, Italy. b enjamin a . gilman award The Gilman Scholarship Program provides awards for U.S. undergraduate students who are receiving Federal Pell Grant funding at a two-year or four-year college or university to participate in study abroad programs worldwide. Students participating on an API program who have been awarded a Gilman scholarship will be eligible to receive up to $1,000 in matching contributions from API. Students who are awarded another API scholarship will receive a total of $1,000 between the scholarship and the Gilman matching award.

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EUROPE

croatia dubrovnik

england leeds • london 20 france caen • grenoble • paris 42 germany berlin 70 hungary budapest 75 ireland cork • dublin • galway • limerick 80 italy florence • rome • taormina • tuscania 106 poland krakÓW 136 PORTUGAL LISBON 142 scotland edinburgh • stirling 148 spain barcelona • bilbao • cádiz • granada • madrid • salamanca • seville 157

CROATIA

DUBROVNIK DIU LIBERTAS INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

WHY CROATIA? • Undiscovered gem of Europe • Many UNESCO World Heritage Sites • DUBROVNIK among the 10 best Medieval walled cities in the world • Beautiful beaches and national parks • Filming location for King’s Landing in HBO’s “Game of Thrones” series ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “Before coming to Dubrovnik, I thought that the photos and stories about how diverse, interesting, and beautiful Croatia was couldn’t possibly be true. After spending time here, I can honestlY say that the praise doesn’t do it justice - it’s even better than advertised!” - JERAMY J.

THE BASICS

CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75

Housing apartments

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

100% OF API croatia STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

“The stunning beauty of Croatia coupled with its

Population: 42,650

fascinating history make it an amazing destination for

Lord Byron called Dubrovnik ‘the pearl of the Adriatic’

any study abroad student. Not only is it home to no

A UNESCO World Heritage Site

undergone tremendous political and economic change

university is located within the city walls

in the last 30 years that make it a dream for political

“Game of Thrones” filming location

city that breathes history and does so with an exquisite

less than three UNESCO World Heritage sites, it has also

program coordinator, SUNY Albany

CROATIA

backdrop of scenic beauty.” - emily menard, study abroad

DUBROVNIK

science and international affairs majors. Dubrovnik is a

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DUBROVNIK DUBROVNIK is a centuries old stage upon which some of the key diplomatic issues between the Muslim East and European West were debated. To be here and to study diplomacy and international relations is much like finding oneself in a motion picture that revolves around international diplomacy and business. Dubrovnik is the “pearl of the Adriatic”, a Medieval city-state, and one of the first states to give recognition to the newly formed United States of America by means of a trade agreement. At that time, in the 18th century, Dubrovnik had more than 80 consular offices around the world and was one of the first states to abolish slave trade. All of these are impressive facts from the history of Dubrovnik. Find out for yourself the wonders of this modern European city!

- Nada, Dubrovnik Co-Resident Director

an overview OF DUBROVNIK

host universitY DIU Libertas INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Housing APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC year

dubrovnik resident direc tors / nada and Ivanna

CROATIA

DUBROVNIK

DIPLOMACY AND INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PROGRAM DIU Libertas INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Classes taught in english • International excursions

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-15 semester credits DIU Libertas International University (DIU) is the first private university in Croatia, ideally situated along the Adriatic Sea and located within the ancient city walls of Dubrovnik. The city of Dubrovnik is recognized throughout the world as a place with a distinct identity in terms of traits and factors, which conditioned its development. These include diplomacy, international relations and trade, and relations between civilizations and art. This rich heritage, along with Dubrovnik’s marvelous diplomatic and economic history, which is still evident throughout the ancient city, makes it the perfect location to pursue the study of international affairs and business.

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The international relations and diplomacy courses offer an interdisciplinary approach to the constantly evolving field of international relations. Students consider a wide range of contemporary issues in international relations, from globalization to international organizations and international law to the role of civil society in global governance. The international business courses will prepare students for professional positions in a global business environment by combining theoretical studies with more practical knowledge in international economics and business. Students will gain knowledge in the full range of business disciplines while developing the problem-solving and interpersonal skills necessary for success in the business world.

Dates and Fees

Courses are taught in English in an intimate and immersive setting with a diverse group of international students.

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Late May, 2015

transcripts API students receive their transcript from DIU Libertas International University (DIU) upon completion of their program.

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housing • Student apartments • All students have a private bedroom • All API housing in Dubrovnik includes WI-FI internet access

$13,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - Mid-December, 2015

$13,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Mid-May 2016

$25,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

Subject Offerings Accounting Business Central European Studies Communications Cultural Studies Economics

European Studies Finance History International Relations Law Management

Marketing Political Science Religious Studies Southeastern European Studies

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International Conflicts, Security and Peace Political Concepts and Ideologies Theory and Practice of Diplomacy 18

UKRAINE

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GERMANY

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API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Croatia and the region. The following is a listing of all excursions for API Dubrovnik programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

ROMANIA

Zagreb Plitvice Lakes BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

Split

Rome

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Mostar

Elafiti Islands MONTENEGRO DUBROVNIK Perast

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The Elafiti Islands are a small archipelago of islands near Dubrovnik. Full of peaceful woodlands, BULGARIA vineyards, orchards, and summer homes, these small islands are easily explored by foot. _________________________________________________

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ALBANIA

CROATIA

with your program fee

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are included

HUNGARY

INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION

A rich history has left numerous historic and cultural traces in these parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina, none more so than the town of Mostar. The vivid city has many cultural and religious features. _________________________________________________

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INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION

Picturesque Montenegro offers a peek into a corner of the Balkans that has been relatively unexplored by Western tourists until recently. _________________________________________________

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Plitvice Lakes National Park contains amazing lakes, waterfalls, and streams that remind you of a mix of landscapes from Yosemite, Costa Rica, and Hawaii. _________________________________________________

rome , italy s pr i n g • fa ll INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION

With an almost uninterrupted history as a center of power for more than two millennia, Rome is as close to eternal as it gets. Today, it remains the seat of the Italian government and the world’s biggest open air museum. _________________________________________________

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Split is one of Croatia’s oldest cities. Students will visit the Roman emperor Diocletian’s Palace and one of the nearby Dalmatian islands. _________________________________________________

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Zagreb is the capital and largest city the Republic of Croatia. Parts of its old city bring to mind images of other Central European capitals such as Budapest, Prague, and Vienna. 19 19

ENGLAND

LEEDS UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

LONDON florida state university london Study center • school of oriental and african studies UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS, LONDON • UniversitY College London • UniversitY OF WESTMINSTER

WHY ENGLAND? • LEEDS is the fastest growing city in the U.K. and is home to a thriving music scene • LEEDS has the most popular undergraduate university in the U.K. • LONDON offers an endless array of cultural and historic treasures • Unique art and language programs in LONDON • LONDON is a global business, economic and political hub ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “The bonds that you make with people here are incredible embracing a new culture together is a really life-altering experience. I have definitely made multiple friends for life through the API program!” - Elianna L.

THE BASICS

CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.3

Housing Student dorms/apartments

TERMS SEMESTER • QUARTER ACADEMIC YEAR Graduate programs

97%

OF API ENGLAND STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Population: 750,000 One of england’s most popular universities “i’m glad i didn’t choose another

Third largest city in england

program or another city to study

YOUNG POPULATION WITH OVER 200,000 UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

in. every day i know i made the

- lianna s.

ENGLAND

Home of thriving music, theater and arts scene

right choice in choosing api leeds!”

LEEDS

Quaint English history meets modern lifestyle vibrant and socially tolerant city

TRANSFORM yourself IN

LEEDS

There is so much I love about LEEDS...the diversity of the people,

an overview OF LEEDS

rich cultural history, the shopping possibilities, museums and theaters, incredible nightlife and buzzing atmosphere of a city that is being regenerated, renewed and re-populated with people from all over the U.K. - RACHEL, API LEEDS Resident Director

host universitY UNIVERSITY of leeds CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Housing student dormitory G.P.A. 3.0 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC year

leeds resident direc tor / r achel

ENGLAND

LEEDS

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM University of Leeds

Classes taught in english • equis accreditation • wide course selection

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Good academic standing at home university • Solid preparation in area of specialization • Program of study statement • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents for stays under 6 months or valid passport with student visa for stays over 6 months

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-15 semester credits

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Mid-January - Late-May, 2015

$16,800

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Early Sept. 2015 - Mid-January, 2016

$16,800

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early September, 2015 - Late-May 2016 $30,800 APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

API students at the University of Leeds generally select 3-4 courses from a range of undergraduate classes open to British and international students. Classes at Leeds are referred to as modules and a comprehensive list of the most up-to-date module information is available on the API website. fall course options The fall semester at the University of Leeds runs through January. If the academic calendar at a student’s home institution requires them to begin their spring term in early January, they may have the option of taking classes allowing a December return (like most U.S. fall quarters/semesters). Students may also have the opportunity to complete fall exams upon their return home. Credit Information The University of Leeds operates on the British credit system. Two British credits are equal to 1 ECTS credit, which in turn is worth 0.5 U.S. credits; in other words, to determine U.S. semester credit equivalency from British credits, divide by four. A full-time workload at Leeds is generally around 60 British credits per semester, (or approximately 30 ECTS, or 15 U.S. credits). As modules (courses) at the University of Leeds can equate to varying amounts of U.S. credit hours, all students should verify that they will complete the required amount of credit for their home university upon their arrival. It is advised that students choose at least one alternate for every module selected for pre-approval from their home university, to ensure that they have a full course load should there be any cancellations, time conflicts, etc. Students usually complete 3-4 modules per term, each valued at 10 - 20 British credits. Restrictions Some modules and some departments/subjects are not available to study abroad students, and other departments/subjects may require portfolio samples. For further information, consult the Leeds Course Offerings page on the API website. transcripts API students receive an official transcript from the University of Leeds upon successful completion of their program.

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS HIGHLIGHTS • Voted “Best University Destination in the U.K.” by The Independent • Ranked in the top 100 universities in the world • Ranked in the top 10 in the UK for research • Ranked #1 in the UK for overall international student satisfaction • Top-rated English literature and business programs • 300 student clubs and societies • Widest range of undergraduate courses in England LEEDS has also been named in the top 10 places to visit in the UK according to TripAdvisor.

ENGLAND

Accounting Arabic Studies Architecture Astronomy Biochemistry Biological Sciences Biomedical Sciences Business Chemistry Child and Family Studies Classics Clinical Sciences Color Science Communication Studies Computing Creative Writing Criminal Justice Cultural Studies Dance Design Drawing Earth and Environment East Asian Studies Economics Education Engineering Chemical Civil Electrical Electronics Environmental Mechanical Process English Entrepreneurship Environmental Studies Ethics Fashion Design Fine Art Food Science and Nutrition Foreign Languages French Geography German Health Care

History History of Art History and Philosophy of Science Imaging Sciences International Studies Italian Law Linguistics and Phonetics Management Marketing Mathematics Mechanical Medicine Medical Physics Medical Research Medieval Studies Microbiology Middle Eastern Studies Molecular Biology Molecular Nanoscience Music Performance and Cultural Industries Philosophy Physics Politics Psychology Renewable Energy Russian and Slavonic Studies Sociology and Social Policy Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies Sports & Exercise Science Textiles Theology and Religious Studies Transport Studies

LEEDS

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Artificial Intelligence Green Design and Sustainability Education in a Multilingual World Gender and Entrepreneurship The Biopsychology of Human Appetite Challenges in Transport and Mobility Language and the Media Art, Power, and Portraiture

“I loved the cultural events. There was a wide range, and they were all very appealing.” - Kaitlyn C.

Writing

THESE AMAZING

ENGLAND

LEEDS

excursions are included

Scottish Highlands

with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of England outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Leeds programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Lake District Yorkshire Skipton Saltaire

Whitby

Harewood House

Liverpool

HAREWOOD HOUSE s pr i n g • fa ll Harewood House is a stately home with beautiful original furnishings, splendid state rooms, and outstanding art collections. _________________________________________________

WALES

HAWORTH AND SALTAIRE s pr i n g Haworth Village is situated high in the famous brooding Pennine Moors and has changed little since the days of the Brontë Sisters. Students will visit the Parsonage where the Brontës grew up, have a spooky tour of the graveyard, and walk out onto Penistone Moor just as the Brontës did. Saltaire is a Victorian model village named after its founder Sir Titus Salt. The mill opened in 1853. _________________________________________________

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L ak e Dis tr ic t s pr i n g The Lake District is a unique corner of England which is home to its largest National Park. _________________________________________________

LIVERPOOL s pr i n g Home to the Beatles and the inspiration for many of their songs, Liverpool not only features pop culture attractions, but many historic sites, including the world’s largest Anglican Cathedral. This 800 year-old city is also home to the famous Cavern Club (where the Beatles got their start in the 1960s), the Liverpool Football Club, and many traditional homes, museums, and galleries. _________________________________________________

LONDON fa ll London is the largest city in Western Europe, home of the Kings and Queens of England since time immemorial. The Tower of London, with its Beefeaters and grisly past, is a prominent landmark and situated next to the famous Tower Bridge. Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the houses of Parliament and Big Ben are all equally famous historical buildings, of which there are no shortage in London. 24

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS s pr i n g Steeped in history and legend, the Highlands of Scotland are one of the last pristine regions of Europe. This is a land of high mountains, breathtaking islands, spectacular glens and deep, mysterious lochs. There is nature and wildlife to enjoy, imposing castles to explore and tales of folklore, heroes and legends to savour. ________________________________________________________________________

SKIPTON fa ll Skipton is a busy market town with a lively atmosphere. Skipton Castle is one of the best-preserved medieval castles in England, offering everything from a formal courtyard to banquet halls, a drawbridge, dungeons and a watchtower for defense. If the weather is good students may even have the opportunity to take a trip on a traditional canal boat on the Leeds - Liverpool canal. ________________________________________________________________________

YORK , WHITBY and YORKSHIRE fa ll York is a charming city that retains the feel of a medieval English town with its winding cobbled streets spreading out within the original medieval city walls. Whitby is a charming and traditional seaside town, with an inviting beach sweeping along a dramatic coastline of cliffs and narrow medieval streets. After enjoying the fresh sea air, exploring the winding the streets, taking in the abbey, you will have the opportunity to sample a meal of fabulously fresh traditional fish and chips.

Population: 7,500,000 International center of art and design Global political economic/business

“The API Resident Directors were very nice, organized, and provided help and recommendations when needed!

World-renowned theater

on the Facebook group.” - Katie F.

suggestions of things to do in London

one of Europe’s most fascinating cities

ENGLAND

I really liked how they would often post

LONDON

wealth of galleries, museums and studios, Historic sites and castles

TRANSFORM yourself IN

LONDON

My favorite thing about London is the cultural and social diversity and tolerance of its people! There are so many different kinds of people with different attitudes and beliefs, all living here together rather peacefully. It makes for an exciting city with a wonderful energy and the opportunity to experience all kinds of food, art, music, and ways of life. We also have so many things to do, excellent transport, and we’re so close to mainland Europe you’ll definitely never run out of adventure

- NADIA, API U.K. Regional Director

an overview OF LONDON

host universitIES FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY LONDON STUDY CENTER UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS, LONDON UniversitY College London school of oriental & african studies UniversitY OF WESTMINSTER CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Housing student apartments G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.3 termS SEMESTER • QUARTER ACADEMIC year • graduate

london resident direc tors / lucy and nadia

ENGLAND

LONDON

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM Florida State University - FSU LONDON STUDY CENTER Classes taught in english • Courses with U.S. students transcript from u.s. accredited institution (Florida State University)

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents for stays under 6 months or valid passport with student visa for stays over 6 months

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-16 semester credits

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housing • Student apartments • All API housing in London includes WI-FI internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Late April, 2015

$14,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE September 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE October 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - Late December, 2015

$14,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Late April, 2016 $28,980 APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

This program is perfect for the student who wants to study abroad in London, but is looking for a more affordable, and more familiar alternative to the many other academic options in the city. Since 1971, the FSU London Program has offered students from across the U.S. a liberal arts curriculum in a historic seat of Western government, commerce, and literature. The FSU London Study Center is centrally located in London in a row of 17th century buildings registered on the British National Heritage list. The Center is approximately five minutes from the British Museum and seven minutes walking distance from API housing. The ‘broad curriculum’ program at the FSU Study Center gives students the opportunity to pursue general requirements and elective courses while experiencing all that is great about London. transcripts Students receive an official transcript from Florida State University upon successful completion of program. Florida State University is a four-year, fully accredited U.S. university in Tallahasse, Florida.

Subject Offerings Archaeology Architecture Art British Culture Economics Literature

Mathematics Photography Political Science Religious Studies Theater

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

England, the Empire and the Commonwealth Introduction to Shakespeare Introduction to Theater Introduction to World Religions Public Speaking Women in Literature

ENGLAND

LONDON

University of the Arts, London Classes taught in english • variety of art programs and disciplines • world-class instruction

Academic Program TOTAL credit HOURS 12-16 semester credits The University of the Arts, London is comprised of 6 internationally renowned colleges of art, design, communications, fashion, and the performing arts, and as such it is the largest provider of higher level education in the arts in Europe. All the colleges are located within London, and each college is at the heart of its respective community. Drawing on and contributing to the local culture, they foster closely-knit and welcoming environments in which to study, supported by all the resources of the larger University and the wider arts community. The University’s 3,000 academic/research/technical staff; as active professional artists, practitioners, designers, critics, and theorists lead the way on creative and experimental practice alongside historical and theoretical analysis. The combination of a varied student group, cutting-edge research and highly-experienced staff creates a unique, multifaceted learning experience. types of programs at ual The Colleges of UAL offer their 19,000+ students from over 100 countries a diverse range of courses, with some focusing on different areas of study. As these courses often have the same title across colleges, and as each college has its own style and personality, we encourage students to read carefully both the descriptions of each college and the course descriptions (on the API website) before making a careful choice of which to apply for. There are two main types of study programs at UAL: integrated programs - 40 UAL credits per term (approximately 12 u.s. credits) Students in an integrated program at UAL will enroll directly alongside local full-time, degree-seeking students. Students are required to work more independently than they may be accustomed to at their home institution. While teaching is not conducted in a traditional U.S. lecturebased class setting, students receive guidance from faculty and are helped to identify the resources they need to reach course goals. Course content is delivered in a variety of ways, including individual and group tutorials, projects, seminars, lectures, and museum, gallery, and studio visits. It is important to note that the term “course” refers to a course of study, rather than an individual class. special semester study abroad programs - 12-16 U.S. semester credits These programs are designed specifically with study abroad students in mind. The teaching is more structured and there is more faculty support than on the integrated programs. The dates also more closely match the U.S. semester calendar. Designed for international students, these programs are in most cases 40% integrated with local students and 60% tailored to study abroad students. The exception to this is the FESP at Central Saint Martin’s and the London College of Fashion programs, which are entirely designed for the study abroad student. portfolio admission requirements Most Integrated Programs, and some Special Semester Study Abroad Programs, require supporting documentation, for example a portfolio, showreel, or piece of written work. Consult the course descriptions on the API website and/or your API Program Manager for more information.

ENGLAND

LONDON

University of the Arts, London camberwell college of arts

Classes taught in english • International excursion with Special Semester Program • fine arts programs

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • Program of study statement • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Portfolio (as applicable) • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents for stays under 6 months or valid passport with student visa for stays over 6 months ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-16 Semester credits

housing

• Student apartments • All API housing in London includes WI-FI internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Course Information Integrated Programs - 40 UAL credits per term (12 semester credits) Students enroll directly alongside local undergraduate students who are full-time, degree-seeking students. Students are required to work more independently than they may be accustomed to at their home institution. While teaching is not conducted in a traditional U.S. lecture-based class setting, students receive guidance from faculty and are helped to identify the resources they need to reach course goals. Course content is delivered in a variety of ways, including individual and group tutorials, projects, seminars, lectures, and museum, gallery and studio visits. It is important to note that the term ‘course’ refers to a course of study, rather than an individual class. • 3D Design • Painting

• Drawing • Photography

• Graphic Design • Sculpture

• Illustration

WINTER QUARTER 2015 integrated PROGRAM Early January - Mid-March, 2015 $16,680

Special Semester Study Abroad Programs - 12-16 semester credits These programs are designed specifically with study abroad students in mind. The teaching is more structured and there is more faculty support than on the integrated programs. The dates also more closely match the US semester calendar. These programs are in most cases 40% integrated with local students and 60% tailored to study abroad students.

WINTER & SPRING QUARTERS 2015

• Contemporary Art and Design

Dates and Fees integrated PROGRAM

Early January - Late-June, 2015

$29,880

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL QUARTER 2015 integrated PROGRAM Late September - Mid-December, 2015 $16,680 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 integrated PROGRAM

Late September, 2015 - Late June 2016

$44,980

european art history module This 2-week, 3-credit module is included as part of the special semester study abroad program. It may be added to the integrated program for an additional fee of $2,050. Students study alongside other international students and visit a wide range of London galleries and museums, as well as undertaking a visit to Amsterdam, Berlin or Barcelona in the autumn, or to Paris in the spring. During the term there will be an additional visit to another British location. The 2-week module takes place at the beginning of the fall term and the end of the spring term. TRANSCRIPTS Students receive an official transcript from the University of the Arts, London upon completion of their program. Students are assessed on the basis of project work, preparatory materials, the log and written assignments, and/or work completed during the semester.

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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FALL SEMESTER 2015 special semester Early Sept. - Mid-December, 2015 $18,980*

OFFERED IN this program

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Camberwell College of Arts is a century old institution at the heart of a bohemian community that values inventiveness, collaboration and curiosity. The college is located next to the South London Gallery, in one of the city’s most vibrant, urban boroughs - a lively, friendly environment, brimming with artist’s studios. Students can choose to pursue a course of study from an Integrated Program or a Special Semester Study Abroad Program.

EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session. *Special Semester Program can add on the optional European Art History Module for an additional fee of $2,050.

UNIQUE COURSES

Art & Photography Art and the Audience – ‘Galleries, Museums, Art Fairs’ Theories in Art – Up Until Now… Thinking Through Sculpture

ENGLAND

CHELSEA COLLEGE OF ARTs Classes taught in english • International excursion with Special Semester Program theoretical and practical courses

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Portfolio (as applicable) • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents for stays under 6 months or valid passport with student visa for stays over 6 months

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-16 Semester credits

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Dates and Fees WINTER QUARTER 2015 integrated PROGRAM Early January - Mid-March, 2015 $16,680 WINTER & SPRING QUARTERS 2015 Early January - Late June, 2015

Chelsea College of Arts offers cutting edge, modern teaching from its buildings overlooking the Thames and next to the inspiring Tate Britain gallery. Facilities include an outstanding art and design library and spacious, specialist workshops where you will meet passionate students from a wide range of disciplines. Students can choose to pursue a course of study from an Integrated Program or a Special Semester Study Abroad Program. Course Information Integrated Programs - 40 UAL credits per term (12 semester credits) Students enroll directly alongside local undergraduate students who are full-time, degree-seeking students. Students are required to work more independently than they may be accustomed to at their home institution. While teaching is not conducted in a traditional U.S. lecture-based class setting, students receive guidance from faculty and are helped to identify the resources they need to reach course goals. Course content is delivered in a variety of ways, including individual and group tutorials, projects, seminars, lectures, and museum, gallery and studio visits. It is important to note that the term ‘course’ refers to a course of study, rather than an individual class. • Fine Art • Interior and Spatial Design

$29,880

Late September, 2015 - Late June, 2016 $44,980 APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

• Graphic Design Communication • Textile Design

integrated PROGRAM

LONDON

University of the Arts, London

• Interior and Spatial Design

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 special semester Early January - Late March, 2015 $18,980* APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 special semester Early Sept. - Mid-December, 2015 $18,980* APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session. *Special Semester Program can add on the optional European Art History Module for an additional fee of $2,050.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Graphic Design Communication Interior and Spatial Design Textile Design 29

ENGLAND

LONDON

University of the Arts, London Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design

Classes taught in english • CREATIVE AND DIVERSE arts programs • ONE OF EUROPE’S TOP ART PROGRAMS

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • Program of study statement • University contact information form • Two letters of recommendation • Official transcript • Portfolio (as applicable) • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents for stays under 6 months or valid passport with student visa for stays over 6 months

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-16 Semester credits

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Dates and Fees WINTER QUARTER 2015 integrated PROGRAM Early January - Mid-March, 2015 $16,680 WINTER & SPRING QUARTERS 2015 integrated PROGRAM

Early January - Late June, 2015

$29,880

Late September, 2015 - Late June 2016

$44,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SPRING SEMESTER 2015 special semester (FESP) Early January - Late March, 2015 $18,980 APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 special semester (FESP) Early Sept. - Mid-December, 2015 $18,980 APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design’s large, purpose-built campus is an exciting and energetic creative factory, bringing together students from the widest range of disciplines under one roof. Independent, risk-taking students who embrace the challenge of self direction thrive here. Students can choose to pursue a course of study from an Integrated Semester Program or the Free Elective Semester Program. Course Information Integrated Programs - 40 UAL credits per term (12 semester credits) Students enroll directly alongside local undergraduate students who are full-time, degree-seeking students. Students are required to work more independently than they may be accustomed to at their home institution. While teaching is not conducted in a traditional U.S. lecture-based class setting, students receive guidance from faculty and are helped to identify the resources they need to reach course goals. Course content is delivered in a variety of ways, including individual and group tutorials, projects, seminars, lectures, and museum, gallery and studio visits. It is important to note that the term ‘course’ refers to a course of study, rather than an individual class. • Acting • Ceramic Design • Criticism and Curation • Directing • Fashion Communication/Culture • Fine Art

• Graphic Design • Jewelry Design • Product Design • Performance Design • Practice Architecture: Spaces & Objects • Textile Design

Free Elective Semester Program (FESP) - 12-16 semester credits The Free Elective Semester Program was designed specifically with study abroad students in mind. The teaching is more structured and there is more faculty support than on the integrated programs. The dates also more closely match the US semester calendar. Students in the FESP program choose their elective modules from one of following three tracks. Elective courses are listed on the API website. • Fashion Design

• Graphic Design

• Studio Art

TRANSCRIPTS Students receive an official transcript from the University of the Arts, London upon completion of their program. Students are assessed on the basis of project work, preparatory materials, the log and written assignments, and/or work completed during the semester.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Culture, Criticism and Curation Fashion Design with Marketing Graphic Illustration Mixed Media Painting Typography

ENGLAND

London college of communication

LONDON

University of the Arts, London

Classes taught in english • TECHNOLOGICAL AND PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION PROGRAMS

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS 40 UAL credits per TERM 12 Semester credits

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Dates and Fees WINTER QUARTER 2015 integrated PROGRAM Early January - Mid-March, 2015 $16,680 WINTER & SPRING QUARTERS 2015 integrated PROGRAM

Early January - Late-June, 2015

$29,880

London College of Communication’s modern central London campus is the best possible springboard for students wanting to progress in the rapidly expanding design, broadcasting, publishing, advertising, film and media industries. LCC is wired into these industries more than any other British university. The structure of LCC embodies their ethos of “learning by doing.” Students at LCC enroll directly with local full-time, degree-seeking students. Course Information Integrated Programs - 40 UAL credits per term (12 semester credits) Students enroll directly alongside local undergraduate students who are full-time, degree-seeking students. Students are required to work more independently than they may be accustomed to at their home institution. While teaching is not conducted in a traditional U.S. lecture-based class setting, students receive guidance from faculty and are helped to identify the resources they need to reach course goals. Course content is delivered in a variety of ways, including individual and group tutorials, projects, seminars, lectures, and museum, gallery and studio visits. It is important to note that the term ‘course’ refers to a course of study, rather than an individual class. • Advertising • Animation • Design for Interaction and Moving Image • Film and Television • Games Design • Graphic and Media Design • Illustration and Visual Media

• Journalism • Magazine Publishing • Media Communications • Media and Cultural Studies • Photography • Photojournalism • Public Relations • Sound Arts and Design

integrated PROGRAM

Late September, 2015 - Late June 2016

$29,880

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Documentary Photography Live Events and Television Social and Environmental Design Sports Journalism

ENGLAND

LONDON

University of the Arts, London London college of FASHION

Classes taught in english • INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION • ONE OF EUROPE’S TOP FASHION SCHOOLS

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • Program of study statement • University contact information form • Two passport-sized photographs • 2 academic or professional references • Official transcript • Must have completed at least one year in major of desired field of study • Portfolio (as applicable) • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents for stays under 6 months or valid passport with student visa for stays over 6 months

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-16 Semester credits

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London College of Fashion’s rich heritage and responsiveness to changes in design practice have positioned it as a leading global provider of fashion education, research and consultancy. The College’s work is centered on the development of ideas: its staff and students use fashion alongside historical and cultural practice to challenge social, political and ethical agendas. This, combined with its forward-thinking business and management portfolio and its relationship with the global fashion and lifestyle industries, is the underpinning of its mission to “Fashion the Future”. LCF offers two main pathways of study during the semester - Fashion Design and Fashion Business. These pathways were designed specifically with study abroad students in mind. The teaching is more structured and there is more faculty support than on integrated programs, and the dates more closely match the U.S. calendar. Paris Trip

The London College of Fashion (LCF) programs includes a trip to Paris, France! Students will gain a unique perspective through guided city tours, museum and gallery visits, and other cultural exploration. TRANSCRIPTS Students receive an official transcript from the University of the Arts, London upon completion of their program. Students are assessed on the basis of project work, preparatory materials, the log and written assignments, and/or work completed during the semester.

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 January - April, 2015

$18,890

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late August - Late December, 2015

$18,890

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Creative Footwear – Style to Street European Fashion Studies The Design Process Theoretical and Social Fashion Studies 32

ENGLAND

Wimbledon college of arts

LONDON

University of the Arts, London

Classes taught in english • THEATER AND screen PRODUCTION PROGRAMS

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS 40 UAL credits per TERM (12 Semester credits )

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Dates and Fees WINTER QUARTER 2015 integrated PROGRAM Early January - Mid-March, 2015 $16,680 WINTER & SPRING QUARTERS 2015 integrated PROGRAM

Early January - Late June, 2015

$29,880

Wimbledon College of Arts is a small, specialist art college with an outstanding reputation in fine art and theater. Students join a close-knit and friendly community, far enough away from the center of London to have space to think and work in the leafy outskirts of London, but just a 15-minute rail journey to the city’s rich cultural center. Students at the Wimbledon College of Art enroll directly with local full-time, degree-seeking students. Course Information Integrated Programs - 40 UAL credits per term (12 semester credits) Students enroll directly alongside local undergraduate students who are full-time, degree-seeking students. Students are required to work more independently than they may be accustomed to at their home institution. While teaching is not conducted in a traditional U.S. lecture-based class setting, students receive guidance from faculty and are helped to identify the resources they need to reach course goals. Course content is delivered in a variety of ways, including individual and group tutorials, projects, seminars, lectures, and museum, gallery and studio visits. It is important to note that the term ‘course’ refers to a course of study, rather than an individual class. • Fine Art: Painting • Fine Art: Print & Time Based Media • Fine Art: Sculpture • Theater & Screen: Theater Design

• Theater & Screen: Costume Design • Theater & Screen: Costume Interpretation • Theater & Screen: Set Design for Screen • Theater & Screen: Technical Arts & Special Effects

Late September, 2015 - Late June 2016

$44,980

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UNIQUE COURSES

Fine Art: Print and Time Based Media Theatre & Screen: Costume Design Theatre & Screen: Costume Interpretation Theatre & Screen: Technical Arts and Special Effects 33

ENGLAND

LONDON

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM University College London

Classes taught in english • Courses with British students • top 10 university in the world

Requirements

Academic Program

• 3.3 Overall G.P.A.

TOTAL credit HOURS semester up to 16 semester credits

• Open to juniors and seniors • Completed API application • Program of study statement • University contact information form • Two letters of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents for stays under 6 months or valid passport with student visa for stays over 6 months • NOTE: Students should apply to a department in which they have a background of study in (major or minor)

University College London (UCL) is a modern, outward-looking institution, committed to engaging with the major issues of the day. It is ranked as one of the top 10 universities in the world, and only admits the highest caliber of students. UCL is part of the federal University of London (like API’s program at SOAS). More than 25 alumni hold Nobel Prizes, and the university has been named the top research university in the U.K. Over 29,000 students from more than 150 countries call UCL home, and UCL has the highest number of professors of any university in the U.K. UCL was the first university in England to admit students of all races, religions, and classes, and the first to give female students equal standing to their male counterparts. UCL was also a pioneer in study abroad, admitting Japanese students as early as 1863!

3.5 G.P.A. and good background in major area of study

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credit information Students at UCL take up to 16 U.S. credits per semester. Course credits at UCL are determined based on how many “units” they are worth. Most UCL courses are worth .5, 1, or 2 units, and a UCL unit is the equivalent of 8 U.S. semester credits - in other words, a .5 unit course is worth 4 U.S. semester credits; a 1 unit course is worth 8 U.S. semester credits. Credit amounts per course are indicated on the online listings.

• Student apartments • All API housing in London includes WI-FI internet access

transcripts Students receive an official transcript from University College London upon successful completion of their program.

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Mid-June, 2015 BAND 1 $26,980 BAND 2 $31,480 APPLICATION DEADLINE September 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE October 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-Sept. - Mid-Dec., 2015 BAND 1 $21,280 BAND 2 $24,980 APPLICATION DEADLINE March 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-Sept., 2015 - Mid-June 2016 BAND 1 $47,580 BAND 2 $55,680 APPLICATION DEADLINE March 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 1, 2015 ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

PRICING INFORMATION The program price varies based on the admitting department. A breakdown of the departments follows on this page. Courses in Band (or category) 1 carry a lower tuition cost than courses in Band (or category) 2. Students who take courses from Band 1 and Band 2 simultaneously may be able to apply under the lower program cost if they are taking 2 or fewer courses from a Band 2 department. In this case, students should apply to the Band 1 department as their admitting department on the API application.

ENGLAND

LONDON

COURSE information Students study alongside British and other international students, and have a wide range of academic departments from which to select. Students must state their preferred admitting department on their course form, and must take at least half of their coursework in that department (generally 2 courses). Students are advised to select a second choice department in case they are not accepted into their first choice. Most UCL admitting departments expect students either to be majoring in that subject area or for it to feature significantly as a minor. This particularly applies to the high demand subject areas such as economics, English, and history. Certain departments carry restrictions on the kinds and levels of courses available (e.g. students may only take level 2 and 3 courses in history of art, law, English literature, or economics if they selected those as their admitting departments). Not all departments are able to admit students every term. Where available we have tried to indicate below which terms these departments can admit students. Consult the API website for more information on each admitting department. Course times, course descriptions and the semester a course is offered are subject to change and no course is guaranteed.

Subject Offerings

band 1 departments lower fees

band 2 departments HIGHER fees

Economics English Language and Literature European Languages, Culture, and Society European Social and Political Studies Greek and Latin Hebrew and Jewish Studies History History of Art Law year Linguistics

Anthropology Archaeology Architecture year Biomedical Sciences and Neuroscience Biochemical Engineering year Biological Sciences Chemical Engineering

Mathematics spring & year

Philosophy Political Science and International Relations Science and Technology Studies Slavonic and East European Studies Statistical Science

spring & year

Chemistry Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering Computer Science Earth Science

Electronic and Electrical Engineering spring & year Fine Art Geography Global Health Infection and Immunity Management Science and Innovation spring & year Mechanical Engineering fall & year Molecular Biosciences Physics and Astronomy Planning Project Management for Construction Psychology

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Drugs and the Mind Conflict, Humanitarianism and Health Atoms, Stars, and the Universe Perception, Attention, and Action Science and Ethics Science Meets Religion in the Global Community 35

ENGLAND

LONDON

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM School of Oriental And African Studies

Classes taught in english • Courses with British students • OVER 25 LANGUAGES AVAILABLE!

Requirements

Academic Program

• 3.3 Overall G.P.A.

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 16 semester credits

3.0 will be considered on case-by-case basis

• Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors freshmen & sophomores only eligible to take 1st year courses

• Completed API application • Program of study statement • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents for stays under 6 months or valid passport with student visa for stays over 6 months ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Early June, 2015

$28,680

APPLICATION DEADLINE September 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE October 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - Mid-December, 2015 $22,680 APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Early June 2016 $48,000 APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

The School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) is the only higher education institution in the UK specializing in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East and is one of the world’s leading institutions of its kind. SOAS is part of the federal University of London (like API’s program at University College London). The School has expanded rapidly in recent years to over 6,000 students from more than 160 countries but still retains its characteristic friendliness and warmth. The specialties offered at SOAS have increasing relevance in today’s complex world. Economic, political, cultural and environmental changes have all led to a growing need to understand the world from a range of perspectives. SOAS has a long and distinguished tr adition of widening the horizons of its students and helping them to gain the skill s required in an international environment. At SOAS students are guided by schol ars at the forefront of their fields who engage students in a challenging and dynamic learning experience. SOAS values its study abroad students very highly. They are fully integrated into the academic and social life of the school. Study abroad students are able to choose from over 400 courses and can build a unique program, exploring the range of specialist courses available at SOAS that may not be available in their home institution. SOAS students enjoy a campus environment in the heart of London. The Russell Square campus is situated in a quiet area in the center of London known as Bloomsbury, surrounded by other colleges and buildings of the University of London. The British Museum, Oxford Street, Covent Garden and the West End are all within easy walking distance. The School is also very well served by all forms of public transport. The nearest underground station, Russell Square, offers a direct link to Heathrow and several of London’s main railway stations are within easy reach. The Vernon Square campus is located between Kings Cross and Islington, a 15 minute walk away from Russell Square. credit information Students studying at the SOAS take 4 units during an academic year (for 32 U.S. credits), or 4 courses (generally valued at 1/2 an academic year unit) during term 1 or terms 2 & 3 combined (for 16 U.S. credits). Academic year units are worth 8 U.S. semester credits, while semester courses are worth 4 U.S. semester credits.

ENGLAND

LONDON

course load and assessment SOAS does not operate on a semester system. This means that the majority of courses are taught over the full academic year (September - June), and are referred to as full units. However, SOAS also offers half units which are usually taught over Term 1 or Terms 2 & 3. All study abroad students, whether Full Year, Term 1 only or Terms 2 & 3, take 4 courses during their time at SOAS. course information Students can choose from hundreds of courses across three faculties and seventeen different departments at SOAS. When looking at available courses, bear the following in mind: • An offer of a place is based on the student’s suitability for the program, rather than for the individual courses. The courses that students indicate on their application form are not guaranteed. Final course confirmation takes place during the first two weeks of term. • If a student’s home institution requires them to study specific courses, the student must let API know in advance so that we can confirm that the course is running and gain pre-approval on the student’s behalf. SOAS offers a wide range of Asian and African languages, all of which are available from beginning to advanced levels. Beginning level courses are only available for students starting in September (Term 1 or Academic Year students). Students who begin in January and wish to take a language then must have prior knowledge of the language. When looking at the language options please also note that all language acquisition courses are taught over one year. The half-unit courses (those taught over only one term) are normally not language acquisition courses, but language use i.e. literature, drama. transcripts Students receive an official transcript from SOAS upon successful completion of program.

Subject Offerings Africa Anthropology and Sociology China and Inner Asia Development Studies Economics Financial and Management Studies Gender Studies History History of Art and Archaeology

Japan and Korea Law Linguistics Music Near and Middle East Politics and International Studies South Asia South East Asia Study of Religions

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

African Philosophy New Media and Society The Anthropology of Gender Development and Conflict Introduction to Global Forced Migration Food Security and Livelihoods Comparative Growth in Asia and Africa Gender in the Middle East Race, Class and Culture in the History of Southern Africa Environmental Law Global Hip-Hop Islam and Democracy AND OVER 25 DIFFERENT LANGUAGES! 37

ENGLAND

LONDON

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM University of Westminster

Classes taught in english • Courses with British students • Internships available (for credit)

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.8 G.P.A.

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 16 semester credits

• Portfolio of work must be submitted if applying for practical modules at the School of Media, Art and Design

The University of Westminster, with over 20,000 students, is divided into four campuses. Every campus has its own individual character and is home to a significant international student body, its own library and catering facilities. The central campuses are all just a short distance from many famous London landmarks.

Media & Design students must have A 3.0

• Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • Program of study statement • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Portfolio (as applicable) • List of current classes (if not on transcript) • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents for stays under 6 months or valid passport with student visa for stays over 6 months internship requires different visa - contact API for details

Students are encouraged to choose all their classes from one campus; students enroll in up to four classes per semester (only two practical modules per semester). Each class (module) at the University of Westminster is equivalent to 15 U.K. credits or 4 U.S. credits. Students usually earn a total of 60 U.K. credits or 16 U.S. semester credits per semester. Final registration and course confirmation do not occur prior to program departure. Timetables are not available until registration on campus, and courses may fill. As such, students are required to choose four courses, and indicate one alternate per course on the application. Students are restricted to taking two practical modules per semester (e.g. studio based courses). There is an add/drop period at Westminster during the first week of classes. After that time, no changes can be made. transcripts Students receive an official transcript from the University of Westminster upon successful completion of program.

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housing

“I really enjoyed the cultural

• Student apartments • All API housing in London includes WI-FI internet access

nice aspect to learning about the

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for overall personal development

Dates and Fees

and knowledge.” - Elizabeth V.

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Late May, 2015

events because they added such a city and were a great experience

$19,900

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 1, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE October 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - Mid-December, 2015

$17,800

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Late May, 2016

$36,700

ENGLAND

Architecture Art & Design Art History Biological Sciences Biomedical Sciences Business Communications Computer Science Criminology Cultural Studies Development Studies Economics English Fashion Film Finance Foreign Languages Health Science

History Humanities International Relations Journalism Law Management Marketing Music Photography Politics Psychology Social Sciences Sociology Studio Arts Tourism Urban Design Visual Culture

LONDON

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Current Issues in Bioethics Mobile Application Development Music and the Mind Media Around the Globe Enterprise Social Networks Cross Cultural Studies in Marketing Urban Regeneration and Development Post-Colonial Theory Western Political Thought Youth, Culture, and Identity Issues in Law and Religion

In addition to the subjects above, there are a number of London-focused courses intended solely for study abroad students. Visit the Westminster Course Descriptions page on the API website for details.

Internship option for the University of Westminster work experience in london

4 credits Students can apply for an internship as part of a single semester or year-long study abroad program at the University of Westminster. Intern placements are competitive as only 50 students will be admitted each semester. The internship option requires students to complete the “Personal and Professional Development” module and is available to U.S. students only. The internship equates to 4 U.S. credits and is taken along with three other modules. Internship details • A visa is required for any students participating in the internship program. • Students normally work between 16 to 20 hours per week and the maximum duration of the internship is one semester. • All internships are voluntary and therefore unpaid. • The Business Experience Team (BET) endeavours to secure students an internship in their chosen field by the end of the third week of classes. Students in the past have secured placement in the following areas: Architecture, Arts, Catering Management, Ceramics, Environmental Organizations, Fashion and Design, Business and Trade, Charities and NGOs, Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, Journalism, Information Technology, Libraries, Media and Publishing, Music and Theater, Politics, Psychology, and many more! • Students who wish to apply for the internship program must indicate this preference on the API application. In addition, students must complete and submit the internship application along with their CV/résumé, personal statement, a passport-sized photo, and signed code of conduct (found on the API website) by the application deadline. Students are encouraged to apply early!

INTERNSHIP DEADLINES: SPRING OCTober 1 • FALL APRIL 15

THESE AMAZING

ENGLAND

LONDON

excursions

Edinburgh

are included

Scottish Highlands

with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of England outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API London programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Brighton

Whitby

Yorkshire

Liverpool

spring

Brighton is England’s most popular coastal resort on the English Channel. In the early 19th century, George IV made Brighton his personal “playground.” _________________________________________________

cambridge

Wales

Cambridge Windsor Castle

winter • spring Bath

Cambridge is living history, a university town with a skyline dominated by the magnificent Chapel of King’s College (dating from 1441). _________________________________________________

Edinburgh, scotland fa ll

FSU ONLY

Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city. Students can visit The Elephant House coffee shop where J.K. Rowling wrote the early Harry Potter books. _________________________________________________

api program site

api excursion site

Harry potter studio w i n t e r • s pr i n g • fa ll The Harry Potter Studio Tour London provides a unique showcase of the extraordinary British artistry, technology and talent that went into making one of the most successful film series ever. _________________________________________________

LIVERPOOL

s pr i n g

FSU ONLY

Home to the Beatles and the inspiration for many of their songs, Liverpool not only features pop culture attractions, but many historic sites, including the world’s largest Anglican Cathedral. _________________________________________________

OXFORD

fa ll

Oxford is England’s oldest university town. Oxford is also home to the real Alice in Wonderland, Hogwart’s dining hall and the colleges where C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien taught. _________________________________________________

PARIS WINTER UAL (LCF) ONLY • fa ll UAL (LCF) ONLY INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION One of the most intriguing cities in the world, Paris is brimming with amazing museums, architecture, fashion and beauty. Innumerable monuments built to reflect the glory of France and its rulers stand testament to the city’s rich history.

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

s pr i n g

FSU ONLY

Steeped in history and legend, the Highlands of Scotland are one of the last pristine regions of Europe. This is a land of high mountains, breathtaking islands, spectacular glens and deep, mysterious lochs. ____________________________________________________________________________

stonehenge and bath

fa ll

At 5,000 years old, Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument that still baffles scientists and historians who ponder over the reasons for its construction. Students will also visit Bath, a small town with gorgeous Roman and Georgian architecture. ____________________________________________________________________________

YORK, WHITBY & YORKSHIRE

fa ll

FSU ONLY

York is a charming city that retains the feel of a medieval English town with its cobbled streets spreading out within the original medieval city walls. Whitby is a traditional seaside town with an inviting beach and narrow medieval streets. ____________________________________________________________________________

wales weekend

s pr i n g

FSU ONLY

Wales has more castles per square mile than anywhere else in the world. Every hill, church or standing stone has a story all of its own. Cardiff, the capital city is the location of many Dr. Who scenes, and the Welsh countryside is home to picturesque abbeys and castles. ____________________________________________________________________________

WINDSOR CASTLE

fa ll

FSU ONLY

Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. It has been the family home of British kings and queens for almost 1,000 years. It is an official residence of Her Majesty The Queen, whose standard flies when she is in residence.

Will You Miss It? ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––---------------------––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF former API LONDON STUDENT, SUZIE ALLEN - Towson University

Deciding to spend the semester

every person i talk to

here was one of the scariest and best

WILL YOU MISS IT?

flown by and it’s hard to believe that

seems to ask me the same question:

ENGLAND

OVER THE PAST COUPLE OF WEEKS

LONDON

decisions I’ve ever made. These past four and half months have absolutely I’ll be leaving so soon. I’ve had some of the best experiences of my life these past couple of months and I

Now that’s a question I haven’t thought much about, to be quite honest, because

wouldn’t trade them for anything.

it doesn’t feel like I’m leaving anytime soon. I’ve gotten myself into such a routine

As much as I don’t want to pack up all

here in London and it’s going to be weird when the time does come to leave. I

of my things and leave my cozy little

didn’t think it was possible, but I actually love the city more than I did when I first

flat, I really can’t wait to be home.

got here, which will definitely make it harder to leave. I think there’s no question

However, London will

that I’m going to miss living in London.

always hold a special

It’s pretty hard to believe that I’m getting ready to wrap up my semester in

place in my heart.

London. It definitely doesn’t feel like I’ve been here as long as I have; sometimes it still feels like I just got here yesterday. If there’s anything I’ve learned in my time spent here, it’s that even though doing something like this is pretty scary, it is beyond worth it. Being able to experience living in another country is something that I’ve always wanted to be able to do and now I can proudly say that I have, and on my own nonetheless.

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“I’ve had some of the best experiences of my life these past couple of months and I wouldn’t trade them for anything.” 41

FRANCE

CAEN

PARIS

Université de Caen, basse-normandie

Institut Catholique de Paris

GRENOBLE

Université Paris - SorbonnE

Centre Universitaire d’Études Françaises

Université Paris Diderot

Université Paris Dauphine

(CUEF) at Université Stendhal – Grenoble III Grenoble École de Management

WHY FRANCE? • Study and live in the Normandy region, the French Alps or in the City of Lights • The joie de vivre • Acclaimed French universities • Wonderful museums and cultural history • CAEN offers one of the most historic areas of France • Beautiful alpine vistas in GRENOBLE • PARIS is one of the fashion, art and culture capitals of the world ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “I loved living in France! It was the best experience of my life, and API really helped to make it that way!” - Shae V.

THE BASICS

CLASSES TAUGHT IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75-3.0

Housing local host families, dorms And STUDETTES

TERMS SEMESTER • QUARTER ACADEMIC YEAR INTENSIVE MONTH • JANUARY TERM

95%

OF API FRANCE STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Population: 115,000

“Choosing to study abroad in

an excellent and progressive university

Caen, France, was, by far, the best

Historic and cultural site

decision I have made related to

Normandy: Home of impressionism

Seaside resorts famous for its cottages and fantastic cheeses

French and expand your cultural knowledge than by staying in a beautiful, historic and welcoming

FRANCE

amazing regional cuisine

of a better way to improve your CAEN

Two hours from Paris

my French studies. I can’t think

city such as Caen.” - Rachel P.

transformez vous-même à

CAEN

I love CAEN for many reasons! It’s a beautiful town with the scenery of old, historic buildings but also a modern city with the

an overview OF CAEN

convenience of every store imaginable. There are many parks and gardens where students, friends and families hang out and the beach is only 20 minutes away.

- Caroline, API Caen Resident Director

host universitY Université de Caen, Basse-Normandie CLASSES TAUGHT IN FRENCH Housing university residence hall AND host familIES G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC year

caen resident direc tor / caroline

FRANCE

CAEN

French Language and Culture PROGRAM Université de Caen, basse-normandie

Classes taught in FRENCH • Academic year: DELF/DALF exams included • PRIME LOCATION FOR HISTORY BUFFS

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • Program of study statement • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents for stays under 6 months or valid passport with student visa for stays over 6 months

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 semester credits

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housing • Local host families and dorms • University residence hall

here are a few of the many

• Host family breakfast AND DINNER EACH DAY; LUNCH ON SUNDAYS; laundry included

• Monthly transit pass included • All Caen housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees

$11,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early September, 2015 - Late May, 2016 $21,800 APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

UNIQUE COURSES

OFFERED IN THIS PROGRAM ––---–––––––-–––––––----–––––––––––------------------------––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

French Society and Culture Gastronomy and Heritage Thoughtful Observation of Language

$11,980

transcripts API students receive their transcript from the Département Formations en Langues (DFL) at the Université de Caen Basse-Normandie upon completion of their program.

MEAL STIPEND GOOD FOR 5-8 meals per week included

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Late May, 2015

This program is designed to help students who wish to study abroad in Caen improve their written and spoken French (via grammar, vocabulary and language activities), as well as increase the students’ knowledge of various areas of French culture and civilization. All students will take courses at the Département Formations en Langues (DFL), a department at the Université de Caen, BasseNormandie that specializes in French language instruction. All classes at the CEFE are taught in French. Level of French study is based on a placement exam administered before classes begin by the CEFE. Students who complete an academic year program may take the official French language proficiency exams (DELF/DALF) for free.

“The director for the Caen program is amazing. She made this program what it was by how helpful she was and she made it evident how much she cared about us and our experiences. She was very organized and eager to help with anything we needed.” - Jessica K.

THESE AMAZING

excursions are included

bayeux honfleur Étretat saint-Malo

caen strasbourg colmar

API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of France outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Caen programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions.

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bayeux

burgundy

FRANCE

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CAEN

with your program fee

s pr i n g • fa ll

Bayeux is a medieval town with cobblestone streets just inland of the D-Day beaches. This city is wellknown for its cathedral and its Bayeux Tapestry, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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burgundy

s pr i n g

Burgundy is one of France’s most famous wineproducing regions. Students on this excursion will have the chance to visit the renowned city and ancient capital of the region – Dijon – known overseas for its famous mustard, as well as Beaune.

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Étretat & honfleur s pr i n g

api program site

api excursion site

Formerly known as a fishing village, Étretat evolved into a place of inspiration for artists and writers from around the area. Honfleur has preserved its artistic heritage in its picturesque streets, traditional buildings, museums, churches, and monuments.

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Landing Beaches/Caen s pr i n g • fa ll Caen was bombed during the liberation of France by the Allied troops landing on the coast of Normandy. Today, a World War II memorial and museum explaining D-Day mark this event.

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Mont Saint-Michel/ Saint-MALO s pr i n g • fa ll Mont Saint-Michel is perched on a 264-foot-high rock and is part of the UNESCO world patrimony for its unique geographic position and for its marvelous abbey. Students will spend the night inside the 17th century walls of Saint-Malo, which is considered by many to be the most attractive port in France.

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PARIS

s pr i n g • fa ll

One of the most intriguing cities in the world, Paris is brimming with amazing museums, architecture, fashion and beauty. Innumerable monuments built to reflect the glory of France and its rulers stand testament to the city’s rich history.

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S tr a sb ourg/Colmar fa ll Strasbourg is one of Europe’s most attractive cities. The entire town center has been listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Colmar’s old town is stunningly beautiful and is also very well preserved.

Population: 157,000 situated amid the French Alps Well-established international education PROGRAMS with large student population FRANCE

GRENOBLE

Acclaimed French universities

Proximity to Switzerland, Italy, and Mediterranean Great FOR OUTDOOR SPORTS skiinG, SNOWBOARDING, HIKING, BIKING Wonderful cultural history

“The resident directors were very helpful, very nice, and they all seemed interested to know how everything was going and wanted to help as much as possible. their top priority was to make us feel at home and help us to have the best time.” - Jaclyn K.

transformez vous-même à

GRENOBLE

I love GRENOBLE because it is just the right size. Not too big where it is overwhelming, but big enough to have a city feel. There are always interesting events going on around town, in the parks and cafés. Because the city is surrounded by mountains, if I need to get away from the city, nature is only a 20-minute drive or bus ride away!

- Anna, API Grenoble Resident Director

an overview of GRENOBLE

host universities Centre Universitaire d’Études Françaises (CUEF) at Université Stendhal – Grenoble III Grenoble École de ManagemenT CLASSES TAUGHT IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH Housing host families and DORMs G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR INTENSIVE MONTH • JANUARY TERM

api gives back grenoble

GRENOBLE resident direc tors / MARIE and ANNA

past experiences have included • Caring for locally owned vineyards • Helping elementary school kids with English • Social activities for seniors, homeless, women’s shelters

Centre Universitaire FRANCE

d’Études Françaises (CUEF) Université Stendhal – Grenoble III

GRENOBLE

Intensive Language STUDIES PROGRAM

orientation in paris • Academic year: DELF/DALF exams included • GREAT LANGUAGE LEARNING OPTION!

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors • Open to all levels of French speakers • Completed API application • Program of study statement • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL CONTACT HOURS and semester credits AVAILABLE PER term fall 240 contact hours • 16 semester credits SPRING 240 contact hours • 16 semester credits SPRING Extended program 320 contact hours • 21 semester credits

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housing • Local host families and dorms • Host families provide two meals per day and laundry service • Students in dorm have access to kitchen and receive a meal stipend to cover weekday lunches • All students have a private bedroom • All Grenoble housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Mid-January - Late April, 2015 SPRING SEMESTER 2015 EXTENDED Mid-January - Late May, 2015

• The Fall and Spring (Non-Extended Program) terms are a combination of three intensive month sessions. • The Spring Extended Program term is a combination of four intensive month sessions. transcripts API students receive their transcript from the Centre Universitaire d’Études Françaises (CUEF) at Université Stendhal – Grenoble III upon completion of their program.

“I would strongly suggest to others to live with a host family. I learned just as much

$11,680 $13,480

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late September - Mid-December, 2015

This program is designed for intensive language study at all levels. All students complete a comprehensive French language course that focuses on writing, oral expression and pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. Students spend three hours a day in class and one hour a day in the language lab. This equates to twenty hours a week, as classes are taught Monday through Friday. There are typically a maximum of sixteen people in each class. Attendance is required for all classes, impacting both the number of contact hours/credits received and the final grades. Level of French study is based on a placement exam administered upon arrival by the CUEF. Students who complete an academic year program may take the official French language proficiency exams (DELF/DALF) for free.

from them as I did in the classroom. Plus, they were always willing to explain class material I didn’t understand the best that they could. Also they included me in lots of their social activities and I met lots of French people through them.” - Rachel G.

$11,280

FRANCE

GRENOBLE

Language & Culture Studies PROGRAM

Centre Universitaire

d’Études Françaises (CUEF) Université Stendhal – Grenoble III

orientation in paris • Academic year: DELF/DALF exams includeD • MOST POPULAR API GRENOBLE PROGRAM!

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors • For students with a minimum of four semesters of college French or the equivalent • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL CONTACT HOURS and semester credits AVAILABLE PER term INTERMEDIATE - Low Advanced 270 contact hours - up to 18 semester credits advanced - high advanced 240 contact hours - up to 16 semester credits superior 255 contact hours - up to 17 semester credits

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Mid-January - Late May, 2015

$12,250

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late August - Mid-December, 2015

$11,400

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late August, 2015 - Late May, 2016

$21,980

This program is designed to help students improve their written and spoken French (via grammar, vocabulary and language activities), as well as increase the students’ knowledge of various areas of French culture and civilization including: literature, history, cinema, arts, politics and economics, and business. API has included the European Framework language level designations below to help students estimate which level they might place into and to be aware of the levels that can appear on their transcript. Note: 4 years of high school French generally equals 1 semester of college level French. The CUEF levels correspond to those of the European Framework. Students who complete an academic year program may take the official French language proficiency exams (DELF/DALF) for free. INTERMEDIATE - low advanced students European Framework level b1.0-B1.6 4 to 5 semesters of college level french

Intermediate level students can earn up to 18 U.S. credit hours per semester. Students spend approximately ten hours per week in the French Language course, two hours per week in the Translation course or the Vocabulary Improvement course, and six hours per week in “elective option” culture classes. Students may choose four “elective option” courses. Advanced - high advanced STUDENTS European Framework level b1.7-2.9 5 to 6 semesters of college level french

Advanced level students can earn up to 16 U.S. credit hours per semester. Students spend approximately six hours per week in the French Language course, two hours per week in the Translation course, two hours per week in the Techniques of Written Expression course and six hours per week in “elective option” culture classes. Students may choose four “elective option” courses. Superior STUDENTS European Framework level c1 near fluency in french language

Superior level students can earn a maximum of 17 U.S. credits per semester. Students spend approximately 6 hours per week in the French Language course and up to three hours per week in “elective option” culture classes (students may choose two “elective option” courses. Students may then select up to 8 hours of courses from the Travaux Dirigés at UFR (Unity of Formation and Research) in the subjects of literature, language or language studies. UFR courses are university classes with French students and require students to complete a research paper. transcripts API students receive their transcript from the Centre Universitaire d’Études Françaises (CUEF) at Université Stendhal – Grenoble III upon completion of their program.

FRANCE

Art History Business Cinema Education Economics French Culture

French Language Literature Political Science Tourism

GRENOBLE

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

The French Business World and Economic Environment History of French Art History of French Cinema

“I almost studied abroad with another program and I am so thankful that I chose API in the end.

Introduction to Acting Francophone Culture and Literature

My experience seems to be WAY better

French for Business and Tourism

than other students that I know

Multimedia and “FLE” Teaching

(who, clearly, did not choose API).”

Politics and Economics of Contemporary France

- Cody L.

tourism track

teacher track

Fall or SPRING students

SPRING students only

This program is for students with an Advanced to Superior level of French.

Students with a superior knowledge of French (6-8 semesters or equivalent) may opt to take part in a special program at the CUEF designed for individuals interested in teaching French in their future career. Students take a set menu of course modules and participate in a teaching internship that involves class observation, course analysis, lesson planning, and student teaching, earning a Diplôme Supérieur d’Aptitude à l’enseignement du Français Langue Etrangère (DSA) at the close of the semester. This option carries an additional fee of $300. For more information, visit the API website or contact the Grenoble Program Manager.

Students who have a sufficient level of French and are interested in the French tourism and hospitality industry may elect to pursue the Tourism Track, consisting of 4 required courses and 2 elective courses for a total of 250-300 Contact Hours or 1620 Semester Credits. The amount of credit depends on language level and course choice. There is an additional fee of $175 in order to receive Diploma of Tourism upon the completion of this track.

FRANCE

GRENOBLE

International Business and Business Studies PROGRAM Grenoble École de Management

orientation in paris • Classes taught in english and french • Triple accreditation: AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors

TOTAL CONTACT HOURS and semester credits AVAILABLE PER term semester 15 semester credits academic year 30 semester credits

Students must be juniors in order to take international business courses

• Previous knowledge of French is not required for admission, but it is strongly recommended. • All students who are not already fluent in French complete a French class. French courses are offered from the beginning to the superior levels. • Completed API application • Program of study statement • University contact information form • Official transcript • GEM students must submit supplemental admission documents, including a C.V. or résumé, 3 short essays, & 2 passport photos. ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Early May, 2015

$17,780

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early Sept., 2015 - Early May, 2016

$31,880

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

The Grenoble École de Management (GEM) has earned a reputation as a prestigious center for international business study in the heart of the French Alps. It is considered one of Financial Times’ Top 50 European business schools, and has been recognized by the international accreditation boards of AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. This program is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors; all participants must have completed a minimum of 30 U.S. semester credits, of which at least 15 credits are business-related (the number of business semester credits required varies per program track). Business classes are taught entirely in English. All students who are not already fluent in French take a French class, giving them the opportunity to learn French and to gain more insight into the French culture. Courses are delivered on a specific track, and students base their course selections from those available through that track. Classes are equivalent to 1.5 or 3 semester credits and class attendance is mandatory. SEMESTER STUDENTS Semester students will have the opportunity to earn a Certificate in Business Studies (CBS) or a Certificate in International Business (CIB). To be eligible for the Certificate in Business Studies (CBS), students must have completed 30 U.S. university semester credits; 15 of those credits must have been business or business-related coursework. To be eligible for the Certificate in International Business (CIB), students must have completed at least 60 U.S. university semester credits; 30 of those credits must have been business or businessrelated coursework. Each certificate requires a specific sequence of six to seven business classes combined with one language class. Students earn 15 semester credits. French courses are offered at all levels. Classes are equivalent to 1.5 or 3 semester credits each and class attendance is mandatory. ACADEMIC YEAR STUDENTS Academic Year students have the opportunity to earn a Diploma in Business Studies (DBS) a Diploma in International Business (DIB), or a Bachelor’s in International Business (BIB). Students who participate in the DBS program complete eleven courses in general business studies over the course of the academic year and a French language course each semester. Students who select the DIB or BIB program complete 10 courses in International Business studies over the course of the academic year and a French language course each semester. To enroll in the DIB track, students must have completed at least 60 U.S. university semester credits, and 30 of those credits must have been business or businessrelated coursework. To enroll in the BIB track, students must have completed at least 60 U.S. university semester credits, and 45 of those credits must have been business or business-related coursework.

Students who complete the BIB program will be awarded a bachelor’s degree from GEM upon successful completion of all required courses – an incredible asset for any student hoping to work abroad in the future! transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Grenoble École de Management upon completion of their program.

FRANCE

Advertising Business Entrepreneurship Fashion and Design Business Finance French Language Geopolitics

International Business Law International Relations Management Marketing Public Relations Sports Marketing

GRENOBLE

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Business Development in Emerging Economies International Advertising and Public Relations Sustainable Marketing

“The Resident Directors really made me

Brand Management

feel comfortable about being in France

Introduction to Negotiation

and it was easy to go to them with any

Entrepreneurship

concerns.” - Austin B.

FRANCE

GRENOBLE

Intensive MONTH PROGRAMS

Centre Universitaire d’Études

Françaises (CUEF) Université Stendhal – Grenoble III

Classes taught in FRENCH • jan-term and intensive months • great short-term language learning option!

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors & seniors • All levels available • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

TOTAL CONTACT HOURS and semester credits AVAILABLE PER term INTENSIVE MONTH 80-90 contact hours (5-6 semester credits)

housing

• Local host families and dorms • Host families provide two meals per day and laundry service • Students in dorm have access to kitchen and receive a meal stipend to cover weekday lunches • All students have a private bedroom • All Grenoble housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees JANUARY 2015 Early January - Late January, 2015

$3,700

FEBRUARY 2015 Early February - Late February, 2015

$3,700

MARCH 2015 Early March - Late March, 2015

$3,700

APRIL 2015 Late March - Late April, 2015

$3,600

MAY 2015 Late April - Late May, 2015

$3,700

JUNE 2015 Early June - Late June, 2015

$3,700

OCTOBER 2015 Late September - Late October, 2015

$3,800

NOVEMBER 2015 Early November - Late November, 2015

$3,700

DECEMBER 2015 Late November - Mid-December, 2015

$3,600

APPLICATION DEADLINE 8 weeks prior to program start date PAYMENT DEADLINE 6 weeks prior to program start date Prices for intensive month sessions vary based on the length of the term (3-5 weeks), the number of contact hours awarded, and housing

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This program is designed for intensive language study at all levels. All students take a comprehensive French language course that focuses on writing, oral expression and pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. Class sizes are no larger than sixteen students. Students receive a maximum of 5-6 credit hours per intensive month session. Students spend three hours a day in class and one hour a day in the language lab. This equates to twenty hours a week, as classes are taught Monday through Friday. Attendance is required for all classes, impacting both the number of contact hours/credits received and the final grades. Level of French study is based on a placement exam administered upon arrival by the CUEF. A standard intensive month session offers 5.33 semester credits. In the event that a student’s home university requires him/her to complete more than 5.33 credits (or 80 contact hours) per month, it is possible to gain additional credit hours by completing independent language lab study. Through voluntary, supervised language lab work at the CUEF, students may earn an additional .67 semester credits (10 contact hours) per month (for a total of 6 semester credits/90 contact hours per intensive month). Students complete additional written, oral and practice modules within the language lab. All intensive month students are responsible for arriving in Grenoble on the program start date, where they are met by the API Resident Director. Overnight excursions are not included for intensive month students, though they may be added for an extra fee. transcripts API students receive their transcript from the Centre Universitaire d’Études Françaises (CUEF) at Université Stendhal – Grenoble III upon completion of their program.

THESE AMAZING

excursions _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of France outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Grenoble programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

FRANCE

with your program fee

GRENOBLE

are included

aix-en-provence/ Avignon fa ll Aix-en-Provence/Avignon is one of the most fascinating towns in southern France and known for its music festival and museums. _________________________________________________

vienne

annecy grottes de choranche avignon

fa ll

The scenic town of Annecy is known as the “little Venice” of the French Alps. _________________________________________________

BURGUNDY

s pr i n G

Burgundy is well-known for its “bon vivre” and considered the gastronomical capital of France. _________________________________________________

FRENCH RIVIERA

api program site

api excursion site

s pr i n G

This southern region of France is cornered between the Alps and the Mediterranean Sea and attracts people from all over to soak up the hip life style. _________________________________________________

grottes de choranche s pr i n G In the heart of the Vercors region lies the Grotte de Choranche. The cave is located at the bottom of the Falaises de Presles. _________________________________________________

LYON

s pr i n G

France’s 2nd largest city is located on the Rhone and Soâne Rivers with many sites to see, including the Gallo-Roman Museum and two Roman theaters. _________________________________________________

PARIS

s pr i n g • fa ll

One of the most intriguing cities in the world, Paris is brimming with amazing museums, architecture, fashion and beauty. _________________________________________________

Strasbourg/Colmar

fa ll

Strasbourg is one of Europe’s most attractive cities. The entire town center has been listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site. _________________________________________________

vienne

fa ll

Vienne is a medieval Roman city holding many antique buildings such as the famous Temple of Augustus and Livia, and La Pyramide - both of which are in pristine condition. The city is also known for its amazing food and wine, and for its cultural and music festivals.

Joie de vivre

GRENOBLE

falling in love with Grenoble

AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF former API grenoble STUDENT AND API GRENOBLE RESIDENT DIRECTOR, Anna Exertier

i have to say that my

love for france

really started when I decided to take a French class my sophomore year in college.

French daily life that made everything seem all so surreal. I wasn’t ever really worried or scared to go abroad; I think my mother did enough of that for me. I was just ready to get to France and

I needed to fill up a gap in my schedule and I thought why not French? I had

start my adventure.

already taken 4 years in high school but I never particularly cared for it, maybe

And that I did! Study abroad

because it was a requirement or maybe because the class wasn’t very interactive.

changed my life in so many ways;

My first French professor in college, Samuel, was amazing and made me fall in love with everything about France. It was that semester that I changed my major to French! I knew right away that study abroad was a must for me. To study abroad

I honestly can’t imagine where I would be today or what I would be doing if I never came to Grenoble

in France and to live with a host family was the best option I knew if I was going

that summer in 2003.

to learn the culture and the language as much as possible in the short time I had.

Now it’s been over 9 years that I’ve

Unfortunately I couldn’t study abroad a whole semester, so a summer program

lived in Grenoble. I met my husband

would have to do. I had first thought about studying in Lyon because my university

here and now we have a little family. I

had its own program, but the program just wasn’t calling me. I researched a lot

still love Grenoble as much as that first

of options online and I fell upon API and their program in Grenoble at the CUEF.

summer I spent here. Working for API

Grenoble was a totally new city to me and coming from Iowa where it is completely

and re-living with each new student’s

flat and full of corn, I loved the idea of being surrounded by mountains.

their first glimpse and experience

So my decision was made, I was going to study abroad for a summer in Grenoble!

I remember the day like it was yesterday, when my API Program Manager called to tell me that I was accepted. I was so excited, especially when I got my acceptance packet. I think I read over everything a billion times. I tried to imagine living with this family and how our communication would go…I’d taken about 3 semesters of French so I wasn’t too worried about the language barrier. It was more the fact that I would be living among total strangers and completely immersed in

Grenoble

brings

back

those

memories for me that I will cherish forever. I always remind students to follow their hearts, do what they love, and not to stress too much about the future because everything will work out, it always does!

“I honestly can’t imagine where I would be today or what I would be doing if I never came to Grenoble.”

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Population: 2,150,000 World-class cosmopolitan city

“If you are lucky enough to have wherever you go for the rest of

Home to legendary artists, poets, and scientists

your life, it stays with you, for

Some of the best museums in the world

Paris is a moveable feast.”

Fantastic cuisine

- Ernest Hemingway

FRANCE

lived in Paris as a young man, then

Fashion/art/culture capital

PARIS

one of the world’s intellectual hubs

Excellent universities

transformez vous-même à

PARIS

If I only had one day to show a newcomer around PARIS, I would start at a sidewalk café in Saint-Germain where they can shake off their jet-lag with a double-espresso and a vision of Parisians bustling about one of Paris’ most chic quarters. Then, a stroll along the Seine River to visit Notre Dame. After that, head to the Louvre and Musée Rodin. We would end the day at Trocadero enjoying mousse au chocolat with a view of the Eiffel Tower.

- DELPHINE, API Paris Resident Director

an overview OF PARIS

host universitIES Institut Catholique de Paris Université Paris - SorbonnE Université Paris Dauphine and Diderot CLASSES TAUGHT IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH Housing host family • dorm • studette G.P.A. 2.75 termS quarter • SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR INTENSIVE MONTH • january term

api gives back paris

PARIS resident direc tors / KELSY AND DELPHINE

Past experiences have included • Help local chapters of the Salvation Army • Working with adults with disabilities • Working to mentor underprivileged youth

FRANCE

PARIS

Language and Culture Studies PROGRAM Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne Classes taught in french • transcript from u.s. accredited institution available (UMass Amherst) Teaching internships available for credit • Academic year DELF/DALF exams included

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors

TOTAL CONTACT HOURS and semester credits AVAILABLE PER term QUARTER 9-11 semester credits • SEMESTER 13-15 semester credits EARLY START SEMESTER 16-18 semester credits ACADEMIC YEAR 26-36 SEMESTER CREDITS

• Open to all levels of French speakers • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing • Local host families, dorms and studettes • Meals: host families and/or meal stipend • Between-term housing included for academic year students • All Paris housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Late May, 2015

$14,400

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL QUARTER 2015 Late August - Early December, 2015

$13,480

FALL SEMESTER 2015 EARLY START Late August, 2015 - Late January, 2016

$15,580

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late Sept., 2015 - Late January, 2016

$13,680

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 EARLY START Late August, 2015 - Late May, 2016 $27,400 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late September, 2015 - Late May, 2016

$24,980

Students who choose to study abroad in Paris with API in the Language and Culture Studies Program select a combination of French language and cultural electives, referred to as French Civilization courses. The number of credits earned for each language course and the cultural electives varies according to the particular session a student selects. Additionally, as indicated below, in some sessions the French Civilization electives are available only to students at specific levels. A student’s French level is based on a placement exam administered upon arrival by the Sorbonne. The Sorbonne divides their language levels into 5 main categories: Débutant (A1), Élémentaire (A2), Intermédaire (B1), Avancé (B2), and Supérieur (C1). OPTIONS FOR FALL QUARTER STUDENTS Beginning level (A1) students selecting the fall quarter program complete 8 credits of language and 1 credit of phonetics instruction for a total of 9 semester credits. Fall quarter students at this language level may attend the French Civilization course, but will not receive credit or a grade, since the exam will be above their level. Students above the beginning level (A2 and higher) selecting the fall quarter program complete 8 credits of language instruction, 1 credit of phonetics instruction, and a 2-credit French civilization course for a total of 11 semester credits. OPTIONS FOR FALL AND SPRING SEMESTER STUDENTS All students selecting a semester program complete 8 credits of language instruction, 1 credit of phonetics instruction, and 4-6 credits of French civilization courses for a total of 13-15 semester credits per semester. Students at the Intermediate (B1) language level or above have the option of earning an additional credit for 1-2 of their civilization courses by completing a supplementary paper for each course at the close of the semester. They also have the option of earning an additional three credits each semester if they complete an elective course taught exclusively for API students (see course offerings page for details). Students generally take this course in place of one of the cultural courses at the Sorbonne. A limited number of teaching internships are also available for students at the Intermediate (B1) language level or above. An additional fee is charged for participation in the 3-credit internship. EARLY START OPTIONS Fall semester or academic year students who wish to refresh their French skills before starting the standard class session may choose to participate in the fall or year early start programs, which include an intensive month of study in September for an additional 50 contact hours (3 semester credits) of French language and phonetics instruction. optional api courseS History of French Cuisine (3) This 300 level (Advanced) course is taught in French and is offered exclusively to API students in the fall semester. Intercultural Communication (3) This 300 level (Advanced) course is taught in French and is offered exclusively to API students in the spring semester. transcripts Transcripts are issued by the Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne. If a student enrolls in the API-led course or the teaching internship, chooses to complete supplementary papers, or if their home university requires a U.S. school of record, they can elect to receive a transcript from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst for an additional fee.

FRANCE

Art History Business Cinema Economics French Culture French Language

History Literature Political Science Theater Tourism

PARIS

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

French Children’s Literature Diversity and Unity in France Gastronomy, Land, and Culture French Customs and Traditions The Regions of France

teaching internship All students with two semesters of college-level French (equivalent to the intermediate level) or more are able to participate in the teaching internship for an additional 3 credits. Spaces are limited and are awarded on a first-come, firstserved basis, and an additional fee is charged for the internship. A French Experience: Internship (3) Students teach English in a French collège or lycée. This is a unique experience for API students in Paris to get to know Parisians and Parisian life from the inside, not only through the teenagers in the classes that students teach, but also from the teachers that students assist. Teaching RESPONSIBILITIES Students teach English two to three hours a week in a Parisian collège (junior high school) or lycée (high school). Classes are generally conversational courses for French pupils. The regular teacher assigns the student what is to be taught and helps students prepare for class. Students are asked to keep a journal where all course plans and weekly evaluations are registered (one page per class, per course taught). Students must also write a final internship report (in French) analyzing the French teaching system and their perception of French society through their own teaching experience. Upon successful completion students earn 3 semester credits.

“All of the staff was INCREDIBLE and always made me smile!!! Thank you API Paris for being so great!” - Andrea L.

FRANCE

PARIS

University of Massachusetts in Paris Direct Enrollment PROGRAMS Université Paris Dauphine and Université Paris Diderot Classes taught in French; some options in English at Dauphine • Enroll in classes with French students transcript from u.s. accredited institution (UMass Amherst) • Teaching internships available for credit

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum G.P.A. at Diderot: 2.75/Dauphine: 3.0

TOTAL credits available per term semester 12-15 semester credits

• Open to students proficient in French (i.e., 4-5 semesters of college French or equivalent) UMASS AMHERST STUDENTS: Apply directly through the UMASS Amherst International Programs Office (IPO) ALL OTHER STUDENTS: • Submit API application, one letter of recommendation, statement of purpose and one official transcript to API. • Students must complete an online placement exam and phone interview with UMASS Amherst program coordinator. • Supplemental application requirements are solicited upon receipt of API application. • Entry requirement: valid passport w/ student visa ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing

• Local host families, dorms and studettes • Meals: host families and/or meal stipend • Between-term housing included for academic year students • All Paris housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 DIDEROT Early January - Late May, 2015

$15,650

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 DAUPHINE Early January - Mid-June, 2015

$14,750

Designed for students who wish to take their courses with French students, these programs allow students to select their courses from one of two prestigious French universities. All students also complete one course taught by the API Resident Director at the API Paris Center each semester. Interested students may also choose to complete a teaching internship for an additional fee. Université Paris Diderot Located within the 13th arrondissement of Paris on what is known by Parisians as the Rive Gauche, Paris Diderot is an ideal university to study and immerse oneself in the local culture. Students can select from courses in French language, the humanities, and social sciences. All courses are taken with French students and taught in French. To prepare for the immersion experience, students complete a preparatory program or “stage” aimed at introducing visiting students to the French academic system and the campus. Université Paris Dauphine Established in 1968, the Université Paris Dauphine is a leading business school in France. Its campus is located next to the Bois de Boulogne and supports a strong international student body. Roughly one-quarter of Dauphine’s student population is made up of international students. Dauphine specializes in the fields of organizational sciences and decision making. It also offers courses in management, economy, journalism, law, political science, sociology, applied mathematics, information technology and data processing. Courses are predominantly taught in French, but numerous options are available in English as well. To prepare for the immersion experience, students complete a preparatory program or “stage” aimed at introducing visiting students to the French academic system and the campus. Admission is selective. transcripts Transcripts are issued by the University of Massachusetts, Amherst upon completion of their program.

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 1, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 10, 2014 ––---––––-––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 DIDEROT Late August, 2015 - Late January, 2016 $15,650 FALL SEMESTER 2015 DAUPHINE Late August, 2015 - Late January, 2016

$14,750

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 1, 2015 ––---––––-––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 DIDEROT Late August, 2015 - Late May, 2016 $27,600 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 DAUPHINE Late August, 2015 - Late May, 2016 $26,000 APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 1, 2015 ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

History of French Cuisine Intercultural Development Panorama of French Cinema Socioeconomic Current Affairs

FRANCE

PARIS

A UNIVERSITY of Massachusetts Amherst Exchange with the UniveRsité Paris Dauphine and UniversitÉ Paris Diderot in Conjunction with API

Course Information Université Paris Dauphine Students enroll directly in courses at Université Paris Dauphine. Students should have a strong background in economics, management, and/ or mathematics. Most courses are taught in French, although the university does offer some courses in English, and students are in class with French and other international students. Because students do not have a confirmed class schedule before departing for France, it is highly recommended that students obtain pre-approval for areas of study, rather than for specific courses. A number of French language courses focusing on grammar, vocabulary, and business terminology are offered each semester. Students are able to choose from a variety of subject areas taught in French, including: • Communication • Comptabilité • Contrôle de gestion • Droit

• Finance de marché • Français langue Étrangère • Gestion commerciale • Informatique

• Langues • Logistique • Marketing • Mathématiques

• Organisation • Ressources humaines • Sports • Statistiques

• Stratégie • Systèmes d’Information

A number of courses are also available in English. Subjects available in English vary per semester and may include: • Culture & Civilization • Economics

• Gender Studies • International Business

• International Relations

Université Paris Diderot Students enroll directly in courses at the Université Paris Diderot. Registration occurs upon arrival in Paris. Because students do not have a confirmed class schedule before departing for France, it is highly recommended that students obtain pre-approval for areas of study, rather than for specific courses. Students choose from the following subject areas: • Études Anglophones • Études Cinématographiques • Français langue Étrangère

• Géographie • Histoire • Histoire de l’art • Langues Étrangères

Appliqués • Lettres et Sciences: Transmissions des Connaissances

• Littérature • Théâtre • Linguistique

• Psychologie • Sciences de la Ville • Sociologie • Sports

Required Program CourseS History of French Cuisine (3) This 300 level (Advanced) course is taught in French and is offered exclusively to API students in the fall semester. Intercultural Communication (3) This 300 level (Advanced) course is taught in French and is offered exclusively to API students in the spring semester.

teaching internship All students with two semesters of college-level French (equivalent to the intermediate level) or more are able to participate in the teaching internship for an additional 3 credits. Spaces are limited and are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, and an additional fee is charged for the internship. A French Experience: Internship (3) Students teach English in a French collège or lycée. This is a unique experience for API students in Paris to get to know Parisians and Parisian life from the inside, not only through the teenagers in the classes that students teach, but also from the teachers that students assist. Teaching RESPONSIBILITIES Students teach English two to three hours a week in a Parisian collège (junior high school) or lycée (high school). Classes are generally conversational courses for French pupils. The regular teacher assigns the student what is to be taught and helps students prepare for class. Students are asked to keep a journal where all course plans and weekly evaluations are registered (one page per class, per course taught). Students must also write a final internship report (in French) analyzing the French teaching system and their perception of French society through their own teaching experience. Upon successful completion students earn 3 semester credits.

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PARIS

direct enrollment program Institut Catholique de Paris (ICP) Classes taught in french and english • transcript from u.s. accredited institution available (UMass Amherst) Teaching internships available for credit • Direct enroll in classes with French students

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Open to advanced and superior level French speakers • Students must complete an online placement exam as part of their application and must score at a given level to be considered for the program. • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credits available per term Semester 12-15 semester credits This program allows students with an advanced to superior level French language ability to take their courses with French students at the Institut Catholique de Paris. Students may opt to take some of their courses in English with French students and take advanced and superior level electives with other international students. Students also take a course designed exclusively for API. Interested students may choose to complete a teaching internship for an additional fee. credit information Academic credits in this program are based on contact hours per course. These hours are comprised of direct classroom instruction, but may also include independent work (papers or projects) and field/lab work.

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early February - Mid-June, 2015

$15,600

$14,800

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late August, 2015 - Mid-June, 2016

$27,800

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Fashion and Style France and International Relations France, How Does it Work? History of French Cuisine Intercultural Development Panorama of French Cinema Socioeconomic Current Affairs

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Course Information COURSES WITH FRENCH STUDENTS (IN FRENCH) Students will take three to four courses in French with French students. Due to the extreme variation in credit loads for integrated courses, students should work with their API Program Manager after acceptance to choose the appropriate amount and level of these courses. Students may choose from the following subject areas: LITERATURE, LANGUAGES, HISTORY, ART HISTORY FACULTY OF HUMANITIES SOCIAL AND POLITICAL SCIENCES AND ECONOMICS FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND ECONOMICS PHILOSOPHY FACULTY OF PHILOSOPHY • THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES FACULTY OF THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES EDUCATION, PEDAGOGY AND PSYCHOLOGY FACULTY OF EDUCATION COURSES WITH FRENCH STUDENTS (IN english) Students may take one course in English with French students. Subjects available in English vary per semester and may include: • Art History • Education • International Relations • Comparative Literature • Fashion • Philosophy • Conflict Analysis • French Cinema • Political Science COURSES WITH INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (IN FRENCH) Students may choose to take one French language course or one French civilization course. Required Program CourseS History of French Cuisine (3) This 300 level (Advanced) course is taught in French and is offered exclusively to API students in the fall semester. Intercultural Communication (3) This 300 level (Advanced) course is taught in French and is offered exclusively to API students in the spring semester. transcripts Students receive a transcript from the Institut Catholique de Paris upon completion of their program. If a student enrolls in the API-led course or the teaching internship, chooses to complete supplementary papers, or if their home university requires a U.S. school of record, they can elect to receive a transcript from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst for an additional fee.

Subject Offerings Art History Business Cinema

Fashion French Culture French Language

History Literature Philosophy

Political Science Religion Tourism

teaching internship All students with two semesters of college-level French (equivalent to the intermediate level) or more are able to participate in the teaching internship for an additional 3 credits. Spaces are limited and are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, and an additional fee is charged for the internship. A French Experience: Internship (3) Students teach English in a French collège or lycée. This is a unique experience for API students in Paris to get to know Parisians and Parisian life from the inside, not only through the teenagers in the classes that students teach, but also from the teachers that students assist. Teaching RESPONSIBILITIES Students teach English two to three hours a week in a Parisian collège (junior high school) or lycée (high school). Classes are generally conversational courses for French pupils. The regular teacher assigns the student what is to be taught and helps students prepare for class. Students are asked to keep a journal where all course plans and weekly evaluations are registered (one page per class, per course taught). Students must also write a final internship report (in French) analyzing the French teaching system and their perception of French society through their own teaching experience. Upon successful completion students earn 3 semester credits.

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French Language and Culture Program Institut Catholique de Paris (ICP) Classes taught in french AND ENGLISH • transcript from u.s. accredited institution available (UMass Amherst) Teaching internships available for credit • Academic year DELF/DALF exams included

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors

TOTAL credits available per term quarter 10-15 semester credits semester 12-15 semester credits

housing • Local host families, dorms and studettes • Meals: host families and/or meal stipend • All Paris housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early February - Mid-June, 2015

$14,250

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL QUARTER 2015 Mid-Sept. - Late December, 2015

$13,800

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-Sept., 2015 - Late January, 2016

$14,750

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2016 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late Sept., 2015 - Late June, 2016

$26,950

Students who choose to study abroad in Paris in the Department for French Language and Culture Studies (Institut de Langue et de Cultures Française) at the Institut Catholique de Paris select a combination of French language and cultural electives, referred to as French Civilization courses. The number of credits earned for each language course and the cultural electives varies according to the particular session a student selects. Additionally, as indicated below, in some sessions the French Civilization electives are available only to students at specific levels. A student’s French level is based on a placement exam administered by the ICP. The ICP divides their language levels into 5 main categories containing different sublevels: Débutant (A1.1), Élémentaire (A1, A2, A2+), Intermédaire (B1, B1+, B1++), Avancé (B2, B2+), and Supérieur (C1, C2). fall quarter • Students at the beginning levels (European Framework Levels A1.1 & A1) are required to take 15-18 contact hours per week (11-13 semester credits) of French language. No cultural electives are offered at these levels. • Students at the low-intermediate levels (European Framework Level A2/A2+) are required to take 9-12 contact hours per week (6-9 semester credits) of French language, and may also enroll in 2-3 elective courses (worth 30 contact hours each or 2 semester credits each) for a total of 12-15 credits per semester. • Students at all other levels (European Framework Levels B1, B1+, B2, B2+) typically take only 6-9 contact hours per week (4-6 semester credits) of French language, and also enroll in 2-3 elective courses (worth 30 contact hours each or 2 semester credits each) for a total of 10-12 credits per semester. fall and spring semester • Students at the beginning levels (European Framework Levels A1.1 & A1) are required to take 15 contact hours per week (15 semester credits) of French language. They may not take a cultural elective. • Students at the low-intermediate level (European Framework Level A2) are required to take 9-12 contact hours per week (9-12 semester credits) of French language, and may also enroll in 1-2 elective courses (worth 45 contact hours each or 3 semester credits each) for a total of 12-15 semester credits. • Students at all other levels (European Framework Levels A2+, B1, B1+, B2, B2+) typically take only 6-9 contact hours per week (6-9 semester credits) of French language, and also enroll in 2-3 elective courses (worth 45 contact hours each or 3 semester credits each) for a total of 12-15 semester credits. • Students at the High-Intermediate/Low-Advanced (B1+/++) language level or above have the option of earning an additional three credits each semester if they complete an elective course taught exclusively for API students (see course offerings page for details). Students generally take this course in place of one of the cultural courses at the ICP. • A limited number of teaching internships are also available for students at the Intermediate (B1) language level or above. An additional fee is charged for participation in the 3-credit internship. early start options • Fall semester or academic year students who wish to refresh their French skills before starting the standard class session may choose to participate in the ICP September Intensive Month program in addition to their fall quarter or semester. This separate program may be added on before the student’s semester, and consists of 120 contact hours (8 U.S. semester credits) of French language study.

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Subject Offerings

optional api courseS History of French Cuisine (3) This 300 level (Advanced) course is taught in French and is offered exclusively to API students in the fall semester. Intercultural Communication (3) This 300 level (Advanced) course is taught in French and is offered exclusively to API students in the spring semester.

Art History Business Cinema Economics Fashion French Culture French Language

french language Students at all levels take French language classes. The amount of credits each student receives varies and depends on the student’s level placement and session duration. Students may not exceed 15 semester credits total on this program. French language classes are designed to increase students’ written and oral comprehension and expression. All French language classes involve Oral French, Written French, and Grammar. FRENCH CIVILIZATION COURSES • For intermediate, advanced and superior level students only. • Each course meets for 3 hours per week. • Fall quarter students earn 30 contact hours or 2 semester credits per course. • Semester students earn 45 contact hours or 3 semester credits per course. ENGLISH ELECTIVE COURSES Beginning, intermediate, advanced and superior level students may also take an English language elective (3 semester credits) from the International Studies program for an additional fee. The fee for students taking it as part of their 15 total credits is $175. The fee for students who wish to take it in addition to their regular 15 total credits (for a total of 18 credits) is $800 (this includes beginning level students whose regular program requires 15 credits of language). transcripts Students receive a transcript from the Institut Catholique de Paris upon completion of their program. If a student enrolls in the API-led course or the teaching internship, chooses to complete supplementary papers, or if their home university requires a U.S. school of record, they can elect to receive a transcript from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst for an additional fee.

teaching internship All students with two semesters of college-level French (equivalent to the intermediate level) or more are able to participate in the teaching internship for an additional 3 credits. Spaces are limited and are awarded on a firstcome, first-served basis, and an additional fee is charged for the internship. A French Experience: Internship (3) Students teach English in a French collège or lycée. This is a unique experience for API students in Paris to get to know Parisians and Parisian life from the inside, not only through the teenagers in the classes that students teach, but also from the teachers that students assist. Teaching RESPONSIBILITIES Students teach English two to three hours a week in a Parisian collège (junior high school) or lycée (high school). Classes are generally conversational courses for French pupils. The regular teacher assigns the student what is to be taught and helps students prepare for class. Students are asked to keep a journal where all course plans and weekly evaluations are registered (one page per class, per course taught). Students must also write a final internship report (in French) analyzing the French teaching system and their perception of French society through their own teaching experience. Upon successful completion students earn 3 semester credits.

PARIS

course information

History Literature Philosophy Political Science Religion Tourism

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Fashion and Style The French and Fashion The French Song on Stage and Screen Parisian Authors Parisian Cinema Tourism and Gastronomy Wide Angle on the “French Touch”

ART HISTORY TRACK Fall or year students only. fall Students must stay through the completion of the semester in February. This program is for students with an Intermediate to Superior level of French. Students who choose to participate in the art history track follow a program of 18 hours per week and complete the following courses. THEY ALSO HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE A DOCENT AT THE LOUVRE. Written French with a Focus on Art French Culture Overview of French Art

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International Studies Program Institut Catholique de Paris (ICP)

Classes taught in french AND ENGLISH • transcript from u.s. accredited institution available (UMass Amherst)

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors • Open to all levels of French speakers • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credits AVAILABLE PER term SEMESTER 12-17 semester credits

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early February - Mid-May, 2015

$14,380

$27,680

Students in the International Studies Program complete a French language course, along with 1-3 additional elective courses, for a total of 12-17 credits per semester. French language classes are offered at all levels, and all elective courses are taught in English. It is recommended, but not required, that students have completed one semester of college-level French prior to studying in Paris. A student’s French level is based on a placement exam administered by the ICP.

FRENCH LANGUAGE COURSES Beginning level students Students at the beginning levels (European Framework Levels A1.1 & A1) are required to take 12-18 contact hours per week (9-13 semester credits) of French language, and may also enroll in 1-2 elective courses (worth 45 contact hours each or 3 semester credits each) for a total of 12-16 credits per semester. LOW INTERMEDIATE level students Students at the low-intermediate level (European Framework Level A2/A2+) are required to take 9-12 contact hours per week (6-9 semester credits) of French language, and may also enroll in 2-3 elective courses (worth 45 contact hours each or 3 semester credits each) for a total of 12-16 credits per semester. HIGH intermediate and advanced level students Students at all other levels (European Framework Levels B1, B1+, B2, B2+) typically take only 6-9 contact hours per week (4-6 semester credits) of French language, and also enroll in 2-3 elective courses (worth 45 contact hours each or 3 semester credits each) for a total of 12-15 credits per semester. transcripts Students receive a transcript from the Institut Catholique de Paris upon completion of their program. If a student’s home university requires a U.S. school of record, they can receive a transcript from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst for an additional fee.

SUBJECT offerings Art History French Cinema French Fashion

taught in english French Language French Literature Political Science

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

European Union Today Fashion in France French Cinema 64

Intensive MONTH PROGRAM FRANCE

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Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne

Classes taught in FRENCH • transcript from u.s. accredited institution available (UMass Amherst)

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors

TOTAL CREDITS AVAILABLE PER term semester 3 semester credits

• Open to all levels of French speakers • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SEPTEMBER 2015 Late August - Late September, 2015

$3,990

This program is designed for students who wish to study French intensively. Each student’s French level is determined by a placement exam administered upon arrival by the Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne. Excursions are not included for intensive month students, though they may be added for an extra fee when available. Students study French language and phonetics only, for a total of 12 hours per week. transcripts Transcripts are issued by the Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne. If a student’s home university requires a U.S. school of record, they can receive a transcript from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst for an additional fee.

“I have done and seen amazing things, but the best part of this experience was meeting amazing new friends who treated me like an old friend! I shared this experience with some great people and I feel fortunate to have met them!” - Samantha G.

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Intensive month Program Institut Catholique de Paris (ICP)

Classes taught in french • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (UMass Amherst) • JAN-TERM AVAILABLE

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL CREDITS AVAILABLE PER term semester 5-6 credits (january) • 4 credits (September) The intensive month session provides a general overview of French language study for all levels. Students attend French language classes as well as 2-3 workshops in oral French, phonetics, written French, and/or grammar, according to their level and ability. Excursions are not included in the cost of the intensive month sessions but can be added for an extra fee when available.

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housing • Local host families and studettes • Meals: host families and/or meal stipend • All Paris housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees

transcripts Students receive a transcript from the Institut Catholique de Paris upon completion of their program. If a student’s home university requires a U.S. school of record, they can receive a transcript from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst for an additional fee.

JANUARY 2015

$3,990

“I loved being able to hang out at the

SEPTEMBER 2015

$3,990

API center between classes and study

APPLICATION DEADLINE 8 weeks prior to program start date PAYMENT DEADLINE 6 weeks prior to program start date ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

intensive month sessions can also be added to a semester program, providing an excellent means by which to improve French language proficiency prior to starting semester studies.

with other students.” - Kimberly P.

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OUI, S’IL VOUS PLAÎT!

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I finally decided to do something I have always wanted to try but have never been courageous enough for! Walking around my university, L’Institut Catholique de Paris, a university dominantly known for its Center for Language and French Cultural Studies, I noticed a poster that described an opportunity to meet and speak with the French. Meeting and speaking with locals can be harder to do in big cities like Paris, especially when you want to speak with them in their native language and not in English. When the opportunity arose to speak French with the French, I couldn’t say no! Armed with a friend for that extra boost of confidence, we attended “Franglish” (a language exchange event in Paris). Essentially the speed dating of language learners, Franglish offers the opportunity to speak 7 minutes in French and 7 minutes in English with a native French speaker and after, switch and speak with another! Held throughout different bars and pubs in Paris each week, Franglish offers so many advantages for those who want to take part. For one, you learn that not all Parisians are scary! Everyone I spoke with seemed rather professional, but still very enthusiastic and eager to speak English. I felt like they were putting in as much of an effort to speak English as I with French and everyone was around the same level so it was more enjoyable than stressful. The conversations flowed, the atmosphere was upbeat and I was becoming more and more confident after each person I met. Furthermore, I saw a different side of the French people, a side where they were excited to speak English and to hear English speakers speaking French. Sometimes in Paris it can feel like although you feel you are speaking your very best French, the locals will still respond in English just to show you that their English is just as good, if not better (even when it’s not…). It was nice to see Parisians being so encouraging of my language learning efforts and, dare I say, be a little impressed with my French skills. So for 8 euros, I had a chance to meet locals, improve my French, see a new place in Paris, and learn more about the country that has been my home for the last few months. You can read all the travel books and blogs in the world, but there really is no better way to get to know a place than to speak with its people. I will certainly be attending more Franglish events and I recommend all French language learners to try it as well, as well as language learners anywhere to try and find, or even create, an exchange event like this in your area.

“It was nice to see Parisians being so encouraging

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Bonjour. Ça va?

of my language learning efforts and, dare I say, be a little impressed with my French skills.”

THESE AMAZING

excursions FRANCE

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are included

bruges

with your program fee

lille

_________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of France outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Paris programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

saint-Malo

bruges, belgium INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION fa ll Bruges, also called the Venice of the North, is an outstanding example of a medieval historic settlement. Picturesque cobbled lanes and dreamy canals link exceptionally photogenic market squares lined with soaring towers, historic churches and old whitewashed almshouses. The Flemish Belgium inspired some of the most famous Flemish Baroque painter as Rubens. _________________________________________________

champagne

s pr i n G

This region is famous for the production of champagne as well as its architecture. One highlight of the region is the gothic cathedral in the town of Reims. The Notre-Dame de Reims was entirely rebuilt after being bombed during World War I and is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. _________________________________________________

lille

fa ll

Lille became part of France just over 300 years ago; before that, it existed under centuries of Spanish rule, and the glittering medieval court of the Dukes of Burgundy. The town takes pride in its colorful past, and enjoys its markets, carnivals, and everyday life on the streets. Old Lille is rich in interesting old streets and museums. The central area also has attractive and popular “green areas”, fine riverside walks. and a riverside tramway. _________________________________________________

loire valley

s pr i n G

Visiting the Loire Valley palaces is like visiting 16th century Renaissance France when fortified medieval fortresses were transformed into delicate castles inspired by Italian architecture. Such is the case of le Château d’Amboise where Leonardo da Vinci was buried. Le Château de Chenonceau is where one can experience the splendor of Chambord’s white stones and its magnificent central staircase which are both dedicated to da Vinci. 68

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api program site

api excursion site

LYON

fa ll

normandy • mont saint-michel saint malo fa ll Capital of Lower Normandy, Caen was bombarded during the liberation of France by the Allied troops’ landing on the coast of Normandy. Today, a World War II memorial and museum explaining D-Day mark this event. Students visit Omaha Beach and then spend the afternoon and night inside the 17th century walls of Saint-Malo which is considered by many to be the most attractive channel port in France. ___________________________________________________________________________

provence

s pr i n g

Provence is well-known for its mansions, spas, picturesque Provençal squares with quaint cafés. The old city is wonderful to walk through with its narrow streets, outdoor market, fountains and colorful buildings. Students will also visit the “atelier” of Cézanne. ___________________________________________________________________________

versailles

s pr i n g • fa ll

Versailles is known for being the grandest chateau in France. One-time political capital and seat of the royal court of France, Versailles exudes wealth, grandeur, and excess that served as one of the provocations of the French Revolution of 1789.

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slowly coming to an end,

the one of the biggest museums in the

I begin to ponder over what it is that has truly made me fall in love with this

range from the earliest civilizations

eternal city. Among all of Paris’ attractions, I think it is foremost the rich and easily

to the most contemporary culture.

accessible cultural life that has me mesmerized. The innumerable museums,

Musée d’Orsay, owning the world’s

unique bookshops, free exhibitions, plays at theaters, premieres at cinemas,

largest collection of impressionists’

dazzling street art, metro performances and simply interesting conversations

art, is also a reconstruction of an old

during charming soirees all contribute to making Paris a captivating cultural hub

Parisian-style train station. Home to

where lovers of art and knowledge truly feel alive.

153 museums, Paris never lacks art for

The great French actor, director, screenwriter, and playwright Sacha Guitry said: “Being a Parisian is not being born in Paris, but to be reborn there.” Having lived in Paris for more than three months now, I can certainly testify to the magical and transformative power of this cosmopolitan city. As an English major, I have long embraced art as part of my life. But Paris makes me feel like art is just as important as bread, if not more so, and all that represents the most basic substances for living our everyday life. Take the metro experience as an example, as part of a quotidian necessity that takes a large chunk of daily time, taking the metro has always been considered as immensely tedious and time-consuming. The French even have an expression to summarize the boredom of such a way of life: “Métro, boulot, dodo, c’est la vie.” Essentially it means that life is basically consisted of subway (Métro), work (boulot) and sleep (dodo). However, even such a banal everyday experience can be

FRANCE

who get to live in art. The Louvre, as

PARIS

NOW THat my days in paris are

world, has collections of artworks that

those who truly seek it. And the good news is that if you are a student under 25 years old, most of the museums in Paris are free and therefore take nothing more than curiosity and a pair of willing feet to visit. The famous English bookshop Shakespeare and Company is also an alluring spot to go for literary and cultural events or simply a lazy afternoon immersed in this world of literature that used to be frequented by Ernest Hemingway, James Joyce and Ezra Pound. As a university student in Paris, many

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cultural events are free or have a student discount. For one of my French literature classes, I went with my classmates to see a theatrical play based on the French philosopher Denis Diderot’s novel La Religieuse (The Nun) at a cozy retro-style Parisian theater. After this particular experience, I am finally able to understand

the

French

public’s

enthusiasm for theater. The theatrical performance is what truly makes the already elegant and delectable lit up by the Parisian passion for art. At the metro station Châtelet – Les Halles, which

French language sublime. And of

is also the location of our API home base in Paris, you can always expect to see a

course, this opportunity to see the

band of musicians playing classical music or singing Italian opera at the crossroads.

performance

No matter how gloomy and cold the day is or how blue I feel, watching and hearing

converse with the actors of the play

these enthusiastic and persistent musicians unfailingly lifts my spirits.

is entirely free and university-funded.

Completely free and high-quality art performances are omnipresent in Paris.

Having said so much, if you love culture, art and all that is beautiful in this world, come to Paris and you shall never regret!

Walking on the famous and chic Rue de Rivoli, it won’t take you more than five minutes to find the uniquely decorated artists’ commune – 59 Rivoli. Open 6 days a week from 13h to 20h, one can watch artists create and work in these ateliers where they actually live. Fortunately, in Paris, these artists are not the only ones

and

afterwards

GERMANY

BERLIN Freie Universität Berlin - FU-BEST Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

WHY GERMANY? • BERLIN is one of Europe’s most trendy and cosmopolitan cities • Thousands of years of history • Renowned universities, research institutes, orchestras, and museums • Well known for its festivals, diverse architecture, nightlife, contemporary arts, public transportation networks and a high quality of living ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “This experience was challenging and yet unbelievably rewarding all at the same time. I will leave Europe a more well-rounded individual because of the people I have met, the places I have seen, and the knowledge I have gained about myself” - KELSEY A.

THE BASICS

CLASSES TAUGHT IN GERMAN AND ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0

Housing student apartments and host families

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR JANUARY TERM

90%

OF API germany STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Population: 3,500,000

“What you’ve heard about Berlin is just a pale image of what you get when you are there: colorful,

the Federal Republic of Germany’s capital

cultural capital, forests and lakes all around,

one of the most trendy, AND SOCIALLY TOLERANT cities in Europe

and downs made even a more interesting place out of it: history is whispered out from every corner.”

GERMANY

a world capital for the last 150 years, and its ups

BERLIN

fascinating history

a magnet for the youth of Europe. Berlin has been

- Ricardo, Berlin Resident Director

Verwandeln Sie sich in

BERLIN

Nature is not just a word in BERLIN, it is in the soul of the city: trees, parks, lakes, and scenic landscapes are interwoven into the city grid. Add to that a diverse culture, concerts, opera, cinema, exhibitions, etc, and you can begin to understand why so many young people from around the world are finding their way here. Yes, now is Berlin’s time!

- Alfonso, API Berlin Resident Director

an overview OF BERLIN

host universitIES Freie Universität Berlin - FU-BEST Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin CLASSES TAUGHT IN GERMAN AND ENGLISH Housing host family • STUDENT APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR JANUARY TERM

berlin resident direc tors / alfonso and ricardo

GERMANY

BERLIN

FREIE UNIVERSITÄT BERLIN (FU-BEST) EUROPEAN STUDIES PROGRAM FREIE UNIVERSITÄT BERLIN

Classes taught in GERMAN AND ENGLISH • PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to juniors and seniors • Open to all levels of German speakers • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-15 semester credits

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housing • Student apartments or host families (additional fee for host families) • Meals: with host families • All Berlin housing includes internet access • Transit pass included ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Mid-May, 2015

$15,680

APPLICATION DEADLINE September 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE October 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late August - Mid-December, 2015

$15,680

APPLICATION DEADLINE March 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE March 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late August, 2015 - Late April, 2016

$30,350

APPLICATION DEADLINE March 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE March 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

The Freie Universität Berlin European Studies Program (FU-BEST) was specifically created by one of Germany’s top universities to offer North American and other international students cultural and business courses focusing on Germany and its role in Europe. What is unique about this program is that it is primarily offered in English, and on the North American calendar (as opposed to many other German universities which operate on a different academic calendar). All students are required to take a German language course, and depending on their level they will follow a regular (3-4 credit for beginners) or intensive (6-8 for non-beginners) credit option. They then select 2-4 culture options to round out their academic schedule. Students who are interested in studying at FU-BEST for an academic year are very welcome to do so. Please note that due to FU-BEST registration policies, students will only be registered for the fall semester upon arrival, and will then work with API Resident Directors and FUBEST staff to register for the spring semester once on-site. In addition to being one of Germany’s and Europe’s top universities, the FU-BEST program meets the FORUM on Education Abroad’s standards of excellence. FU-BEST is a fantastic option for students looking to experience the sights and sounds of Berlin, and still receive high-quality instruction in their native language. transcripts API students receive their transcript from Freie Universität Berlin European Studies Program (FU-BEST) upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Anthropology Business Central European Studies Communications Cultural Studies Economics European Studies Finance

History International Relations Latin Law Management Marketing Mathematics

Philosophy Political Science Psychology Religious Studies Sociology Southeastern European Studies Statistics

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here are a few of the many

unique courses OFFERED IN THIS PROGRAM ––---–––––––-–––––––-------------------------------------------–––––––––––------------------------––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

The Human Condition and the Totalitarian Experience Tragedy and New Beginnings in German Philosophy Islam and Europe: Historical & Contemporary Dimensions European Business Cultures: Management and Marketing in Cross-National Perspective Pop-Culture - European-American Trends 72

JANUARY INTERSESSION PROGRAM GERMANY

BERLIN

HUMBOLDT-UNIVERSITÄT ZU BERLIN

Classes taught in GERMAN • Jan-term program

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors

TOTAL credit HOURS 3-4 semester credits The International Language School at Humboldt offers two international courses during the winter session with a focus on German language. The teaching consists of a morning session and afternoon program. In the morning students will participate in an intensive language course in the Language Center at Humboldt, and in the afternoon students will work on their German language skills through cultural, literary and historical experiences in and away from the classroom.

• High-beginning to superior level language students • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport and student visa

transcripts API students receive their transcript from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin upon completion of their program.

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housing • Student apartments • All Berlin housing includes internet access • Transit pass included ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees JANUARY INTERSESSION 2015 Early-January, 2015 - Late January, 2015

Subject Offerings German Culture German Language

“Ricardo, the API Resident Director, was extremely helpful and always went out of his way to make sure that everyone

$4,100

APPLICATION DEADLINE November 1, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---–––––––-––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

in the program was adjusting well to life in Berlin.” - Zach R.

THESE AMAZING

SWEDEN

excursions

DENMARK

are included

GERMANY

BERLIN

IRELAND

with your program fee

Baltic Sea

_________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Germany outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Berlin programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

B ERLIN

Hamburg

BERLIN

Spreewald

POLAND

Potsdam

s pr i n g • fa ll Dresden

Semester students at FU-BEST visit sites in and around Berlin on selected Fridays as an integral and mandatory part of the overall academic program. _________________________________________________ Local field-trips comprise an integral component of many of the courses. These often include picnics, concerts, festivals, and/or outings to relevant areas of interest around Berlin. Semester students also receive a pass for use in all museums associated with the Foundation for State Museums in Berlin (Staatliche Museen zu Berlin). Other day trips may include: _________________________________________________

pot sdam

Frankfurt

CZECH REPUBLIC FRANCE

Munich

SLOVAKIA

AUSTRIA HUNGARY

s pr i n g • fa ll

Potsdam is most known for its role as host to the post World War II conference that determined the fate of defeated Germany. Prior to this, it was the residence of Prussian kings and German Kaisers until 1918, and its parks and palaces include Sanssouci, the largest World Heritage Site in Germany. _________________________________________________

spreewald

api program site

api excursion site

SLOVENIA CROATIA

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

s pr i n g • fa ll

Located just 100km from Berlin, Spreewald is a protected biosphere, and home to descendants of Slavic tribes called the Sorbs/Wends. Students will enjoy interacting with the locals, taking leisurely bike rides and canoe trips on its over 200 channels within the park area. _________________________________________________

week- long EXCURSION g e r m a n CITY o r INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g • fa ll Semester students on the FU-BEST program will have the unique opportunity to visit an exciting German or other European city through the program on a week-long excursion. Possible locations may include Munich, Dresden, or Hamburg in Germany, or Budapest, Hungary, London, England, Paris, France, Prague, Czech Republic, or Vienna, Austria. These week-long excursions change each term, so please check the API website and speak with the Berlin Program Manager for details on your semester of interest. 74

over night/ week end EXCURSIONS p o pu l a r g e r m a n c i t i e s s pr i n g • fa ll Students will have at least one weekend excursion to a popular German city. Locations will vary per term, but may include the Baltic Sea Coast, Dresden, Hamburg, Frankfurt, or Munich. These weekend excursions change each term, so please check the API website and speak with the Berlin Program Manager for details on your semester of interest.

HUNGARY

BUDAPEST Corvinus University of Budapest

WHY HUNGARY? • Very affordable with an active student life • Witness Hungary’s beginnings as a member of the European Union • The intriguing Hungarian language • Explore remnants of Hungary’s communist past ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “I knew I wanted something different, something outside of the norm of Spain, France, or the UK. API’s Budapest program appealed to me, and I was not disappointed in the least! It turned out to have all the allure, history, and charm of a Paris or Barcelona, but at half the cost!” - Eric P.

THE BASICS CLASSES TAUGHT IN HUNGARIAN AND ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75

Housing STUDENT APARTMENTS

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

97%

OF API HUNGARY STUDENTS in THE past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Population: 1,900,000

HUNGARY

BUDAPEST

considered by many to be one of the hidden treasures of Europe

“Budapest is the best place in the world

a thriving city of modern bridges, cafes and markets amid an eclectic mix of architectural styles that reflect Budapest’s unique history

to do, so many foreign friends to make,

very affordable european city

of Europe.” - JEFF G.

I have ever traveled to. There is so much and it is far less expensive than the rest

Close proximity to other European cities such as Kraków, Vienna and Prague

át magát

BUDAPEST BUDAPEST is a great city to live in. You not only get to experience all things Hungarian, but you will also make so many international friends that your only dilemma when planning your next trip to Europe will be ‘who do I visit first!’

- Reka, API Budapest Resident Director

an overview of BUDAPEST

host universitY Corvinus University of BudapesT CLASSES TAUGHT IN HUNGARIAN AND ENGLISH Housing STUDENT APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back budapest

budapest resident direc tor / rek a

Past experiences HAVE includeD • Volunteering at a local animal shelter • Clothing drives for refugees • Assist in teaching English to high school foreign language classes

HUNGARY

Corvinus University of Budapest

BUDAPEST

international business and humanities Program

Classes taught in HUNGARIAN and eNGLISH • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Students must be currently enrolled in a university • Open to freshmen (2nd semester), sophomores, juniors and seniors • Open to all levels of Hungarian speakers • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Résumé/C.V. (Curriculum Vitae) • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 credits

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housing • Student apartments • All Budapest housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Late May, 2015

$11,300

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Early September - Late December, 2015 $11,300 APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

API students complete their classes within the International Study Programs (ISP) department of the Corvinus University of Budapest. Students can specialize in international business courses such as marketing, finance, and economics, or choose from a variety of humanities courses such as law, political science, psychology, and more. All courses, with the exception of Hungarian, are offered in English. All students who have not previously studied Hungarian are required to take a Hungarian language course. Students who have previously studied Hungarian should contact the API office. Language courses are taught in Hungarian and are worth 3 semester credits; all other courses are taught in English and are worth 1.5 to 3 semester credits. The courses are designed for American and other international students. Students who wish to take more than 15 semester credits may do so for an additional fee.

specialty tracks API and Corvinus University have worked together to bundle some of the many courses available into comprehensive tracks by competency area. Two such areas that Corvinus University is well-known for are marketing and finance. Courses in these tracks have been pre-selected to include core modules that follow U.S. curriculum to be both more challenging and directly applicable to marketing and finance degree plans. Upon completion of the term, the student will receive a certificate of completion along with their academic transcript. Students who are more interested in the ‘free elective’ track can choose from a variety of humanities courses such as law, political science, psychology, and more. Students will indicate their track preference shortly after acceptance. Those selecting the marketing or finance tracks will be automatically registered in those respective courses prior to arrival on site. Those selecting the free elective track will complete online registration prior to arrival.

transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Corvinus University of Budapest upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Anthropology Business Central and Southeastern European Studies Economics European Studies Finance

History Hungarian Language Information Technology International Relations Latin Law Management

Marketing Mathematics Philosophy Political Science Psychology Sociology Statistics

ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early September, 2015 - Late May, 2016 $21,400

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

COOL courses OFFERED IN THIS PROGRAM

here are a few of the many ––---–––––––-–––––––-------------------------------------------–––––––––––------------------------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Corporate Social Responsibility Personality Types and Team Dynamics Non-Profit Management Global Business Strategy Comparative Urban Sociology International Debate (Model U.N.) Social Change in the Era of Globalization 77

HUNGARY

BUDAPEST

Tandem Partners Program and the “american corner” Intercultural Exchange with Hungarian Student API students in Budapest have the exciting opportunity to participate in Corvinus University’s Tandem Partners Program. This option facilitates intercultural exchange by matching full-time Hungarian students with recently arrived study abroad students. It is a program with mutual benefits! The local Hungarian students are eager to share the Budapest they know so well with their API Tandem Partner, and the API students are encouraged to integrate with local students and learn more about Hungarian life, both inside and out of the university setting. With help from the U.S. Embassy, Corvinus University has also established an “American Corner” - a center on campus where students can go for academic support, study/computer areas, and Americanstyle entertainment!

“There was never a shortage of things to do or see in the city when I was not in class! The international program at the University was made up of students from all over the world, including Germany, France, Turkey, and even as far as Mongolia, and I enjoyed the multicultural class discussions that took place and enabled me to get a truly global perspective on various topics during my time there. I’d recommend Budapest to anyone interested in studying abroad!” - Eric P.

THESE AMAZING

excursions _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Hungary outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Budapest programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________ Danube Bend

Danube Bend

HUNGARY

with your program fee

BUDAPEST

are included

s pr i n g

The Danube Bend is one of the most scenic areas of Hungary, with green valleys and picturesque towns rising up from the Danube River. _________________________________________________

Kraków, POLAND fa ll INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION Kraków is famous for its beauty, charm and culture. Structurally, Kraków survived WWII virtually untouched with elegant squares, charming castles, an historic Jewish district and museums. _________________________________________________

Mohács

MOHÁCS

api program site

api excursion site

s pr i n g

The fascinating folk tradition of the Busó Carnival in Mohács celebrates the bidding of farewell to winter and the welcoming of spring. _________________________________________________

Pécs

s pr i n g

The monuments in Pécs reveal a long history of Roman, Ottoman and Habsburg influence. Remnants of the 1543-1686 Turkish occupation are found throughout the city. _________________________________________________

Pr ague, Czech republic INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g • fa ll Prague is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Because the city stayed relatively untouched by the wars of the 20th century, much of its historic architecture remains. _________________________________________________

Szentendre

fa ll

This 12th century baroque town has inspired artists for centuries with its cobblestone roads and red-tiled roofs. _________________________________________________

Tr ansylvania, ROMANIA fa ll INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION In Transylvania students discover one of the less frequently traveled parts of the Eastern Bloc. Kolozsvár (Cluj), the unofficial capital of Transylvania, is renowned for its amazing historical legacy and culture.

IRELAND

CORK

GALWAY

University College Cork

National University of Ireland, Galway

DUBLIN

LIMERICK

National University of Ireland, Maynooth

UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK

Trinity College Dublin • University College Dublin

WHY IRELAND? • Enjoy both traditional and modern Ireland in CORK • DUBLIN is a modern city that feels more like a large village with vibrant artistic, literary, and musical traditions • GALWAY has one of the top-rated universities in Ireland and is the seat of Gaelic language and culture • County LIMERICK has over 400 castles ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “I am very glad that I chose to study abroad with API. The staff was always helpful and easy to approach. The organized trips really enhanced my study abroad experience.” - Aditi D.

THE BASICS

CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.3

Housing student apartments

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR Graduate Programs

98%

OF API IRELAND STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Population: 198,000 Welcoming and vibrant university

“shane was the Resident Director, ever. He was really concerned about our health, safety,

Natural beauty and riverside settings for hiking, biking or relaxing

when needed. I felt as though he was very

International Film, Folk and Jazz Festivals

approachable and really cared about all of

St. Finbarr’s Cathedral

the students! He was very accommodating to

located only a few miles from the famous Blarney Castle and Blarney Stone

excursions.” - Hayley R.

and was involved in our academic concerns

CORK

IRELAND

our needs and was a great person to have on

tú féin a athrú in

CORK

Cork is a city of color, in every possible sense: from its buildings to the music that drifts out from every other street corner, and from its endless

an overview OF CORK

variety of foods and dishes to the ever-changing hues of the Celtic Sea. Sure, with 1,500 years of history in one small area you’re bound to wind up with a masterpiece! Yet nothing makes a city like its citizens, and Corkonians perfectly capture all that color in their world-famous lilting accents - as rolling as the hills the city is built on. We love to celebrate Cork with our visitors, and with twenty-four festivals throughout the year we’re always on top of our game. That’s why you won’t find a better ‘Céad míle fáilte’ anywhere else!

- Shane, API Cork Resident Director

host universitY University College Cork CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Housing STUDENT APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.95 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back cork

cork resident direc tor / shane with api students

Past experiences HAVE includeD • Giving back through UCC clubs and societies • Working with Cork’s homeless community • Charitable fund-raisers 81

CORK

IRELAND

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM University College Cork - National University of Ireland Special Early Start programs for fall and year study abroad students Internships available (for credit) • International excursion included

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A.

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-20 semester credits

• Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

Students at the University College Cork - National University of Ireland (UCC) choose from a range of undergraduate courses (called modules) offered in the Faculties of Arts, Celtic Studies, Commerce, Engineering, Food Science and Technology, Law (full-year students only) and Science. Courses are arranged in the seminar and lecture style, and grades are based predominantly on work submitted during the semester and by final exam.

or 2.8 with 3.0 or higher in coursework related choices at ucc

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housing • Student apartments • Between term housing included for academic year students • Meals and laundry service not included • All students have a private bedroom • All Cork housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Mid-May, 2015

$18,400

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 10, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 EARLY START Mid-August - Mid-December, 2015

$19,880

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Early September - Mid-December, 2015

$17,980

In order to integrate into the Irish system as fully as possible, spring semester and academic year students complete standard end-of-the-year exams. Other exam arrangements are made for fall semester students for most courses. Math and engineering courses are only available to students studying for the spring semester or the full academic year, as exams for these courses are only held at the end of May. Law courses are also only open to students studying for the full academic year. transcripts Students receive their transcript from the University College Cork - National University of Ireland.

UCC HIGHLIGHTS UCC is ranked in the top 100 institutions worldwide for modern languages, law, and biological sciences, and is the top Irish institution for electrical engineering and environmental sciences. UCC was named the “Irish University of the Year” in 2011-2012. UCC was named the “World’s First Green Campus” for their sustainability efforts.

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015* PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 EARLY START Mid-August, 2015 - Mid-May 2016 $35,680 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early September, 2015 - Mid-May 2016

$33,680

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015* PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– *Space in the early start programs is limited. It is recommended that students apply early if interested in the early start programs.

Extra fees apply for students who enroll in all science or engineering courses. ––---–––––––-––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

“having your own room and bathroom is amazing. sharing with four people is such a breeze. i also loved having a kitchen - i cooked all of my meals! the accommodations were much nicer than at my home university.” - marisela l.

CORK

IRELAND

Subject Offerings Accounting Anatomy Applied Mathematics Applied Psychology Archaeology Architecture Biochemistry Biology Celtic Civilization Chemistry Chinese Studies Computer Science Drama and Theater Earth Science Ecology Economics Education Engineering

Civil Electrical Electronics Environmental Process English

Environmental Science and Environmental Studies Epidemiology and Public Health Ethnology European Studies Finance Financial Mathematics Folklore/Béaloideas Food Business and Development Food Science Food Science and Technology French Gaeilge/Irish Geography Geology German Government Greek Greek and Roman Civilization History History of Art Italian Language and Literature Latin Law

Management Management Information Systems Marketing Mathematical Studies Microbiology Molecular Biology Music Neuroscience Nutrition Nursing Pediatrics and Child Health Pharmacology Philosophy Physics Physiology Plant Science Politics Portuguese Religions and Global Diversity Social Policy Sociology Spanish Statistics Zoology

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Human-Computer Interaction Celtic Religion and Mythology Sustainable Energy Curriculum in Special Needs Education Environment and Public Health The Politics of Health and Medicine Travel Writing 83

CORK

IRELAND

speciality programs at the university college cork Special Early Start programs for fall and year study abroad students Internships available (for credit) • International excursion included

Specialty Programs In addition to the normal class offerings at UCC, API students may participate in one of several specialty programs, such as the Early Start Programs, Internship Programs and Certificate/Diploma Programs. As space in these programs is limited, it is recommended that students apply early if they are interested in one of these options.

Early Start Programs

FALL / ACADE M IC YEAR

These programs offer a carefully guided introduction to Ireland’s history, culture, civilization and environment. They allow students to acclimate to the Irish university system, better preparing them to be able to integrate with the local Irish students when regular fall classes begin. It is recommended that students apply early if they are interested in one of the Early Start programs. Six separate programs are offered: • History and Modern Ireland • Irish Traditional Music

• Irish Archaeology • Literatures in Ireland

• Irish Folklore and Tradition • Management and Marketing in the European Union

Students who participate in the Early Start Programs follow an intensive pre-session course in mid-August, consisting of hands-on learning and field trips. In early September, students begin with the regular semester. Students earn the equivalent of an additional 5 U.S. semester credits for completion of the Early Start Program (with prior approval from their home institution).

Internship Programs 2.5 credits Available on-campus internships may include placement in the following departments: the Boole Library • the Granery Theater • Glucksman Gallery • Department of Government • Centre for Criminal Justice and Human Rights, The Child Law Clinic, and Faculty of Law • School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences • College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences • Student Health Services Students can earn 2.5 U.S. semester credits (in addition to their regular course load) for participating in an internship program, though they will not receive a grade for the internship. In addition to their completed application, students wishing to apply must provide an outline of their academic background, along with a two-page statement on the reasons for applying for the internship. Applicants also need to provide the name of a faculty sponsor who can provide a recommendation. Contact API for further information.

CERTIFICATE Programs Certificate in IRISH POLITicS Spring semester students may choose to enroll in the Certificate in Irish Politics. This program provides a comprehensive introduction to the issues dominating political debates on the island of Ireland. It examines the unique political systems of the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, and the EU. Certificate in Irish Studies (Year) This program draws on a number of academic disciplines. It provides a comprehensive overview of the whole range of the rich indigenous Irish cultural tradition over two millennia. The contributing departments are Early and Medieval Irish, Modern Irish, Archaeology, History and Folklore. Students are required to take a number of core classes and the remainder from those offered by the contributing departments. A total of 50 UCC credits are awarded for completion of the certificate (or approximately 25 U.S. semester credits). This program has a series of required and elective modules. For more information, contact the API office. Certificate in Political SCIENCE Fall semester students may choose to enroll in the Certificate in Political Science. This program provides a comprehensive introduction to the issues dominating political debates at the international level as well as in a European comparative perspective. It explores the theories, dynamics, processes and institutions which shape politics in the contemporary world. It focuses on democratic political systems and key political behaviors within them in the context of elections, voting, interest group activity, political party systems and political culture.

DIPLOMA Programs Diploma in Irish Traditional Music This one-year program is designed for students seeking to increase their proficiency and knowledge of Irish traditional music by taking a range of specialized courses in this area taught by the Department of Music. Students are expected to have either some experience with Irish traditional music or extensive musical abilities in other genres of music, and must demonstrate to the Head of the Department of Music that they have the skills required to undertake the program. Applicants may be required to submit an audition tape. Diploma in Common law - european This one-year program is designed for students who would like an introduction to law and to the Irish legal system within the European legal context. During the program, students experience the wide variety of legal subjects offered at UCC, and get a taste of what the study and practice of law has to offer. The program is of particular interest to those considering applying to law school in the U.S. or practicing law elsewhere. For more information about specialty programs, VISIT THE API WEBSITE OR contact the API office. 84

On The Edge

pictures cannot begin

to capture their beauty. These are some of the many ways the Cliffs of Moher were described to me, but no one mentioned that they could be a complete letdown. But squinting into the thick fog while my face felt the spray of the ocean, I could not make out a single cliff. I had spent thirty euros, three hours, and one long, bumpy bus ride only to stare into nothingness. “Take it as a life lesson,” my friend Hanna said. “Sometimes you can be standing on the edge of something amazing and have no idea what lies in front of you.” Swallowing my disappointment and anger, I tried to really consider her advice. While Hanna’s words seemed a bit cheesy, they fundamentally expressed how I felt about my semester abroad. In the weeks leading up to my trip to Ireland, I was filled with excitement and nervousness, but above all curiosity. For the first time in my life, the next five months were almost a complete mystery. After almost an hour of walking along the hidden cliffs, Hanna and I gave up and

Hanna and I wasted no time. We

CORK

epic. breathtaking.

IRELAND

left our hats and gloves behind and practically leapt off the bus. We sprinted the entire way up the long hill, laughing and screaming like children. When we reached the top, I caught my first glimpse of the cliffs. Epic.

The sun began to creep in, and as the clouds started to fade I found myself growing more and more euphoric.

I was standing on

the edge of an

amazing

adventure

and slowly beginning

to solve the mystery.

returned to the bus. Our tour guide and most of the other passengers were waiting for us in their warm, comfortable seats. Only seconds after we had settled in, our tour guide abruptly stood up. “It’s about to clear off,” he said. “Everyone, hurry!”

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“Sometimes you can be standing on the edge of something amazing and have no idea what lies in front of you.”

These AMAZING

excursions

Edinburgh

CORK

IRELAND

are included with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Ireland outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Cork programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Belfast

belfast, northern ireland s pr i n g INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION Belfast offers the buzz and vibrancy of a capital city while being a gateway to the rural retreat of Northern Ireland. Students will spend the weekend enjoying many of the area’s attractions. _________________________________________________

Limerick

Kilkenny

Bl arney Castle s pr i n g • fa ll

Ring of Kerry

Built in 1446, Blarney Castle is now the most popular tourist attraction in Ireland. The site is known for its rumored mystical powers. _________________________________________________

Cobh

s pr i n g • fa ll

Cobh is a beautiful, colorful seaside town that still carries traces of its past. _________________________________________________

Dublin

fa ll

Dublin, the capital of the Republic of Ireland, is a lively city filled with history and youth, ancient architecture and contemporary structures. _________________________________________________

Edinburgh, scotland INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g • fa ll Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city. Students can visit The Elephant House coffee shop where J.K. Rowling wrote the early Harry Potter books. _________________________________________________

kilkenny

s pr i n g

At a little over 400 years old, Kilkenny is one of Ireland’s “younger” cities. It took a leading role in Irish resistance to English rule in the 17th century, but today leads the field in one of our national sports, Hurling, with the ‘Cats’ regularly bringing home the All-Ireland trophy. This very picturesque city is crowned by its magnificent medieval castle and cathedral, which are linked by the city’s “Medieval Mile” – a routeway that takes in all of Kilkenny’s rich past. _________________________________________________

K insale

fa ll

Kinsale is known throughout Ireland for its extraordinary beauty, fascinating history and for being the gourmet capital of Ireland.

api program site

api excursion site

limer ick

s pr i n g

Limerick is a city known for sports, architecture and its food scene. Wander around its smart and chic city centre, and you’ll come across its lovely riverside parks and walks, the renowned Milk Market where you can always find a unique bargain, and the imposing Anglo-Norman King John’s Castle. ___________________________________________________________________________

LONDON, ENGLAND INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION fa ll London is the largest city in Europe and has so much to offer. The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s, the houses of Parliament and Big Ben are all famous sites students can visit. ___________________________________________________________________________

r ing of k er ry

fa ll

The Ring of Kerry is a tourist trail and part of the mystical and unspoiled region of Ireland that has attracted visitors for hundreds of years. ___________________________________________________________________________

Ro ck of C a shel

s pr i n g

The Rock of Cashel is perched on a dramatic outcrop of rock and was the traditional seat of the Kings of Munster for several hundred years.

Population: 1,100,000 “The API cultural events were a

Capital of ireland

brilliant way for us as foreigners to

A city that feels more like a large village

get a better understanding of the for the months we were here. We were able to enjoy many a little something

hub for european travel

out of each one.” - Joseph C.

charming irish hospitality

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culture that we were now living in

top tier universities

DUBLIN

strong artistic, literary and musical traditions

tú féin a athrú in

DUBLIN

What I love most about DUBLIN is the friendly atmosphere; people are open and very willing to chat to visitors and locals alike. Life in Dublin is bustling but with the laid-back pace unique to Ireland. The city is a compact and it combines old-world charm with modern living, from vintage markets to film festivals, traditional Irish music to street art, it’s a city to satisfy every interest!

- Eimear, API DUBLIN Resident Director

an overview OF DUBLIN

host universities National University of Ireland, Maynooth Trinity College Dublin University College Dublin CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Housing STUDENT APARTMENTS G.P.A. 3.0 - 3.3 termS SEMESTER ACADEMIC • YEAR • GRADUATE

api gives back dublin

Past experiences HAVE includeD • Community service projects such as painting homes for elderly and playground clean up dublin resident direc tor / eimear

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DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM National University of Ireland, Maynooth ireland’s only “university” town • International excursion • monthly transit pass included kennedy institute for conflict intervention

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 credits per semester API students at the National University of Ireland, Maynooth (NUIM) choose from a range of undergraduate courses as offered in the Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies and Philosophy, the Faculty of Science and Engineering, and the Faculty of Social Sciences. Courses are arranged in the seminar and lecture styles. A selection of available subjects at NUIM is listed on the following page, and a comprehensive list of courses appears on the API website.

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housing • Student apartments • Meals and laundry service not included • Between term housing included for academic year students • All students have a private bedroom • All Dublin housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Early June, 2015

$16,500

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 10, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - Late December, 2015 $16,500 APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2014 Mid-Sept., 2015 - Early June, 2016

$32,400

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

Credit Information The National University of Ireland, Maynooth awards credit based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). Semester courses at the university are usually awarded 5 or 10 ECTS credits. Universities in the U.S. typically award .5 credit hour for every 1 ECTS credit. For example, a course worth 5 ECTS would transfer to the U.S. as 2.5 semester credit hours. It is very important that students planning on studying at NUIM discuss the transfer of credits with an advisor at their home university - some universities have different standards for transferring ECTS credits. Based on the ECTS credits awarded per course, students usually take 5-6 classes in order to receive 12-15 credit hours per semester. Students are responsible for ensuring that they are enrolled in the required amount of semester credits to meet requirements of the home university. Most courses at NUIM do not have specific prerequisites, though certain disciplines may (languages, mathematics, and sciences). Courses offered on a year-long basis can only be taken by students visiting for the full academic year. Registration takes place upon arrival; however, we recommend that (after consulting the API website for course listings), students have 10 courses approved by their home university prior to departure, in order to allow for scheduling conflicts and the possible unavailability of certain classes. There is a 2-week add/drop period at the beginning of the semester at NUIM. Visit the API website for complete course listings by semester and use these course listings when completing the course preregistration form (available in the student’s @api account) for the API application. Course times, course descriptions and the semester a course is offered are subject to change and no course is guaranteed. Certificate in Irish Studies 10 credits semester API students who are participating for one semester only may opt to join the Certificate in Irish Studies program. Semester students may take other courses at NUIM for additional credits in order to retain full-time status (12 semester credits). For more information on the certificate option, visit the NUIM Course Offerings page on the API website. Certificate in peace & conflict in irish society, north and south 10 credits semester This semester-long certificate provides a comprehensive and comparative overview of key institutional and community settings, where students will come face to face with the real human forces that drive peace and conflict on both sides of the border: Incorporating classroom, field excursion, and independent research experience. This certificate is offered in association with The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for Conflict Intervention. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the National University of Ireland, Maynooth upon successful completion of the program.

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Subject Offerings arts, humanities and Social Sciences Ancient Greek Accounting Adult and Community Education Anthropology Applied Social Studies INcluding social policy, social welfare, youth & community work

Business

including equine business, marketing, entrepreneurship, management

Economics Education English European Studies Finance Geography including climate change,

Science and Engineering

History Languages

Chinese, French, Gaelic/Irish, German, Portuguese, Spanish

Latin Pre-Law

including contract, constitutional, criminal, European law, and mooth court

Media Studies media modules are limited Music including music technology, composition, performance, electronic music

Philosophy Product Design

organic, inorganic, physical

Computer Science Electronic Engineering Experimental Physics including optics, electromagnetism, mechanics, astrophysics, astronomy, quantum physics

marketing, innovation, material properties

Sociology Politics Theology

Biology Biomedical Sciences Biotechnology Chemistry including pharmaceutical,

theology classes are provided by the pontifical university of St. Patrick’s College Maynooth, with which NUIM shares a campus

Mathematics including statistics, quantitative methods, calculus Mathematical Physics Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Chemistry Psychology

human geography, environmental politics

Greek and Roman Civilization

NUI MAYNOOTH HIGHLIGHTS • NUIM was included in the Princeton Review’s Best Colleges guide in 2012/2013 - the only university outside North America to hold this honor. • Students have ranked NUI Maynooth first out of all the universities in Ireland in terms of the quality of academic teaching and learning and the overall student experience in the recent International Student Barometer survey completed by 238 universities globally. • The new Edward M. Kennedy Institute honors the late Senator Edward M. Kennedy for his lifelong commitment to justice, equality, human rights, education for all and environmental protection and, in particular for his contribution to the Northern Ireland peace process. The Institute also honors what one could argue is his most remarkable achievement of all – his ability to articulate a future where the causes of conflict, however ingrained, can be transcended; a future where society, economics, education and politics are organized in ways that support individuals, groups, communities and nations to work together for the benefit of all. See information about the Certificate in Peace & Conflict in Irish Society, North and South, offered by The Kennedy Institute.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Ireland Encounters Scandinavia: The Viking Age Humor in Medieval Celtic Literature The Role of NGOs and the State in Development Computer Music Languages Science, Technology, and Society Equality Studies Critical Thinking for Professionals Extragalactic Astrophysics and Observational Cosmology Abnormal Psychology

mentor program API students at NUIM have the opportunity to participate in a university-sponsored mentoring program. NUIM’s Mentoring Program facilitates intercultural exchange by matching full-time Irish students with recently arrived study abroad students. It is a program with mutual benefits! The local Irish student mentors are eager to share the area they know so well with their API student mentee, and the API students are encouraged to integrate with local students and learn more about Irish life, both inside and out of the university setting.

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DUBLIN

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM Trinity College Dublin Semester start-up programs for fall/year students • International excursion included Courses with Irish and other international students • listed in top 50 of world universities

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.3 G.P.A. • Open to juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Program of study statement • Passport-sized photo • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 semester credits

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housing • Student apartments • Between term housing included for academic year students • Meals and laundry service not included • All Dublin housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Late May, 2015

$21,800*

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 10, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 SEMESTER START-UP Late August - Mid-December, 2015 $23,300* FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - Mid-December, 2015 $20,800* ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 SEMESTER START-UP Late August, 2015 - Late May, 2016 $42,600* ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Late May, 2016 $40,500* ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL/ACADEMIC YEAR SEMESTER START-UP APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 FALL/ACADEMIC YEAR APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 30, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

Trinity College Dublin (TCD) is the oldest college in Ireland and one of the most prestigious colleges in the world. API students at TCD choose from a range of undergraduate classes in the arts, humanities, engineering, and sciences open to Irish and international students. Credit Information Trinity College Dublin awards credit based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). Semester courses at the university are usually awarded 5 or 10 ECTS credits. Universities in the U.S. typically award .5 credit hour for every 1 ECTS credit. For example, a course worth 5 ECTS would transfer to the U.S. as 2.5 semester credit hours. It is very important that students planning on studying at TCD discuss the transfer of credits with an advisor at their home university - some universities have different standards for transferring ECTS credits. Based on the ECTS credits awarded per course, students usually take 5-6 classes in order to receive 12-15 credit hours per semester. Students are responsible for ensuring that they are enrolled in the required amount of semester credits to meet requirements of the home university. In all faculties, entrance to specific courses is subject to the approval of TCD and the completion of certain prerequisites. Courses offered on a year-long basis can only be taken by students visiting for the full academic year. Course Information Courses are arranged in the seminar and lecture style. Not all courses are offered every semester or every year. The course selection may vary, and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may have prerequisites, and some courses may require minimal additional fees for labs, equipment, etc. Registration takes place upon arrival; however, we recommend that after consulting the API website for course listings, students have 10 courses approved by their home university prior to departure, in order to allow for scheduling conflicts and the possible unavailability of certain classes. There is a 2-week add/drop period at the beginning of the semester at TCD. semester start-up program The innovative Semester Start-Up Program (or SSP) at Trinity College provides international students with an ideal introduction to a full semester’s (or a full year’s) study at Ireland’s leading university. The fall/academic year SSP, which runs for three weeks in August, covers the first one-sixth (5 ECTS or 2.5 U.S. semester credits) of a student’s semester commitment at Trinity, with the remainder being covered by the other undergraduate courses that students choose to take during October-December. More information, along with a module description, can be found on the API website. ADDITIONAL FEE INFORMATION* The prices to the left reflect tuition for courses in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Students who are interested in taking courses in the fields of engineering, math, and science will be subject to an additional fee of $3,500 per semester, $7,000 per year. transcripts Students receive an official transcript from Trinity College Dublin upon successful completion of their program.

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arts, humanities and social sciences Business Studies Classics Drama Economics Education English European Studies Film French Germanic Studies Hispanic Studies History History of Art Irish Italian Language and Communication Studies Law Music Near and Middle Eastern Studies

Philosophy Political Science Psychology Religions and Theology Russian Social Studies Sociology Engineering, Mathematics and Science Biochemistry Biology Botany Chemistry Computer Science Engineering Genetics Geography Geology Mathematics Microbiology Physics

DUBLIN

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Women in Theatre Cult Cinema Irish Folklore Human Factors in Healthcare Irish Politics Computers and Society Approaches to Theological Ethics Biochemistry in Health and Disease Bacterial Microbiology & Genetics Business in Society

“API was a wonderful program and I couldn’t have asked for anything better. Everyone I met and interacted with has made this experience the most amazing thing ever.” - Nicole N.

IRELAND

DUBLIN

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM University College DUBLIN Unique course offerings • International excursion included • abet, AACSB & EQUIS accredited business school

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Copy of passport/birth certificate • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS 15 semester credits

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housing • Student apartments • Between term housing included for academic year students • Meals and laundry service not included • All Dublin housing includes internet access

Students at the University College Dublin (UCD) choose from a range of undergraduate courses offered in the Faculties of American Studies, Arts and Celtic Studies, Business, Engineering, Human Sciences, Law, Life Sciences, and Mathematical and Physical Sciences. Credit Information UCD awards credit based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). Semester courses at the university are usually awarded 5 or 10 ECTS credits. Universities in the U.S. typically award .5 credit hour for every 1 ECTS credit. For example, a course worth 5 ECTS would transfer to the U.S. as 2.5 semester credit hours. It is very important that students planning on studying at UCD discuss the transfer of credits with an advisor at their home university - some universities have different standards for transferring ECTS credits. Based on the ECTS credits awarded per course, students usually take 5-6 classes in order to receive 12-15 credit hours per semester. Students are responsible for ensuring that they are enrolled in the required amount of semester credits to meet requirements of the home university. In all faculties, entrance to specific courses is subject to the approval of UCD and the completion of certain prerequisites. Courses offered on a year-long basis can only be taken by students visiting for the full academic year.

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Mid-January - Mid-May, 2015

$19,400*

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 10, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Early Sept. - Late December, 2015

$19,400*

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 30, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 30, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early September, 2015 - Mid-May, 2016 $37,800* APPLICATION DEADLINE April 30, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 30 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

ADDITIONAL FEE INFORMATION * The prices indicated are the standard price for a student who wants to take the following combination of courses: 1) 6 courses from the following: College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Human Sciences; Clinton Institute for American Studies; School of Sports Management; School of Law 2) 4 courses from the Clinton Institute for American Studies, School of Sports Management; School of Law -- PLUS 2 courses from any other school 3) 4 Courses from the School of Business PLUS 1 Irish History course 4) 4 courses from the School of Business PLUS 1 Irish History course PLUS 1 course from any other school 5) 5 courses from the College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Human Sciences PLUS 1 course from any other school *If students want to take 4 courses from the Schools of Agriculture, Architecture, Nursing or Science, or from the College of Engineering, PLUS 2 courses from any other school at UCD, they will be assessed the following additional fees: $1,800 for one semester; $2,600 for an academic year. If students want to take ALL of their courses from the Schools of Agriculture, Architecture, Nursing or Science, or from the College of Engineering, they will be assessed the following additional fees: $3,250 for one semester; $5,600 for an academic year. Please contact the API office with any questions about the course fee structure at UCD. If students elect to participate in the Pre-Med program and take either 4 PreMed courses and two outside electives OR all 6 courses from the Pre-Med offerings, they are assessed the following fees: $4,650 for one semester; $9,000 for an academic year.

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DUBLIN

Course Information Courses are arranged in the seminar and lecture style. Most courses at UCD are equivalent to 2.5 U.S. semester credits. Students take 6 courses and receive 15 credit hours per semester. Students in the business school take 5 courses, 4 of which must be Business courses + a required course in Irish History (run by the Business School). Students in the College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Human Sciences may take up to five Arts courses + an optional elective from any other School or College (Business, Science etc ). All the other programs - Engineering, Science, Agriculture, Sport & Exercise, Nursing & Midwifery, Architecture, Pre-Law, Pre-Medicine and Pre-Veterinary - permit students to take 4 courses from their chosen faculty and 2 from any other School at UCD. The tuition portion of the API program price varies based on the combination of courses chosen. Please check the ‘Dates and Fees’ link on the API website, or contact the API office for further details. Not all courses are offered every semester or every year. The course selection may vary, and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may have prerequisites, and some courses may require minimal additional fees for labs, equipment, etc. Students will be pre-registered for courses prior to arrival. API recommends that (after consulting the API website for course listings), students have 10 courses approved by their home university prior to departure, in order to allow for scheduling conflicts and the possible unavailability of certain classes. There is a 2-week add/drop period at the beginning of the semester at UCD. Visit the API website for complete course listings by semester and use these course listings when completing the course preregistration form for the API application. Course times, course descriptions and the semester a course is offered are subject to change and no course is guaranteed. transcripts API students receive their transcript from University College Dublin upon successful completion of their program.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Land Use & Environment America Abroad Early Irish Hero Tales Ireland Uncovered eMarketing & Social Networking Robotics Design Stem Cells in Medicine Public Health Working for Social Change Optimization of Human Performance Sports Marketing

PROFESSIONAL program optionS UCD has developed a series of programs for study abroad students focused on specific professional disciplines. These include the following: Pre-Law Pre-Medical Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary For more information about these professional program options, contact the API office. 93

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DUBLIN

Subject Offerings AGRICULTURE, FOOD and NUTRITION Agri-Environmental Sciences Animal and Crop Production Animal Science Animal Science - Equine Dairy Business Engineering Technology Food & Agribusiness Management Food Science Forestry Horticulture, Landscape and Sportsturf Management Human Nutrition american studies America Abroad American and Globalization Ireland and the US Journalism: Reporting Conflict Public Diplomacy Transnational Narratives US Foreign Policy ARCHITECTURE Architecture Landscape Design Social Policy Spanish Statistics Welsh Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Studies business Accounting Banking and Finance Business Management and International Business

Economics Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management Management Information Systems Marketing ENGINEERING Biomedical Engineering Biosystems Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering Electronic Engineering Energy Systems Engineering Mechanical Engineering NURSING & MIDWIFERY Mental Health Midwifery Nursing Nursing - Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SPORT & EXERCISE Applied Exercise Management Communication and Media in Sport Economics of Sport Event Management Exercise Science Principles Financial Management Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning Player Development and Welfare Principles of Exercise Management Sports Marketing and Sponsorship Sports Operational Management Sports Tourism Theory of Coaching

SCIENCE Applied and Computational Mathematics Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Cell and Molecular Biology Chemistry Climate and Earth System Science Computer Science Environmental Biology Genetics Geology Mathematical Science Mathematics Medicinal Chemistry and Chemical Biology Microbiology Neuroscience Pharmacology Physics Physics with Astronomy and Space Science Physiology Plant Genetic Engineering Statistics Theoretical Physics Zoology

THESE AMAZING

Edinburgh

excursions are included

Belfast

API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Ireland outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Dublin programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

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with your program fee

Ar an Isl ands Newgrange

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Limerick

s pr i n g On the very edge of Europe is a group of three islands, rich in the language, culture and heritage of Ireland, unique in its geology and archaeology and in their long tradition of gentle hospitality. _________________________________________________

belfast, northern ireland INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g

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fa ll

Belfast offers the buzz and vibrancy of a capital city while being a gateway to the rural retreat of Northern Ireland. Students will spend the weekend enjoying many of the area’s attractions. _________________________________________________

Edinburgh, scotland

api program site

api excursion site

INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city. Students can visit The Elephant House coffee shop where J.K. Rowling wrote the early Harry Potter books. _________________________________________________

limer ick s pr i n g Limerick is a city known for sports, architecture and its food scene. Wander around its smart and chic city centre, and you’ll come across its lovely riverside parks and walks, the renowned Milk Market where you can always find a unique bargain, and the imposing Anglo-Norman King John’s Castle. _________________________________________________

NEWGRANGE fa ll Newgrange is a pre-Celtic Stone Age Passage Tomb located in the Boyne Valley of Ireland and is one of Ireland’s most breathtaking historic sites.

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Discovering Yourself

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DUBLIN

AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF FORMER API DUBLIN STUDENT, Kate Earley - EMMANUEL COLLEGE

having never spent more than

8 days outside of MASSACHUSETTS my entire life,

moving to another country for nine months was a surprisingly easy decision to make. It was never a decision that struck me as particularly brave or unusual, it just felt natural. The reason it was such an easy decision to make? I’ve wanted to study abroad in at Trinity College Dublin since I was ten years old. The reason for that? Who knows. The idea to go for so long came to me about halfway through the first semester of my sophomore year. I had already begun preparations for studying abroad for the 2013 fall semester by taking my junior year education class early. The idea originally began as a consideration to study abroad in the spring instead of the fall, so I began comparing and contrasting the two. Eventually, I had two long lists of why I wanted to do both fall and spring, and realized I should just do a year. One semester won’t be enough time to see everything, and learn everything Trinity College has to offer. Having never left the country before, I wanted to make the first time really count and be able to take advantage of the opportunity as much as possible. Immediately I began taking the necessary steps towards figuring out which classes I would have to take when, in order to complete all three of my degrees, in four years, with two semesters abroad. Upon meeting with my advisor, I was originally told that it would be too complicated and I was better off to just stick to a semester. Clearly, I didn’t like that answer. I rearranged my academic plan, worked with the education department to take all my junior year classes early to ensure I would be able to student teach upon my return, and even managed to pass my Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure in History exam a year early. It was an outstanding example of seeing that I was capable of doing anything if I wanted it badly enough. The moral of the story is this; whether you decide to go for a semester, a year, or a summer, study abroad is an experience where you truly unearth some of your strongest personality points you might not have even known you had.

want something badly enough, and that my bravery to delve into the unknown

discover more of the api blog at

practically by myself is a trait that I will be taking advantage of over the next

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I’ve found out that my persistence and determination can get me anywhere if I

few months.

“The moral of the story is this; whether you decide to go for a semester, a year, or a summer, study abroad is an experience where you truly unearth some of your strongest personality points you might not have even known you had.” 96

Population: 75,500 Seat of Gaelic language and heritage

“The API cultural events really

Cultural Capital of Ireland

HAVE GIVEN ME THE FULL IRISH

one of the youngest populations in europe

EXPERIENCE. I was able to see Irish not a tourist perspective. That was

State-of-the-art athletic facilities

really awesome.” - Jessica C.

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life from a residential perspective,

80+ academic, athletic & student social clubs

GALWAY

Top destination for water sports and hiking

many festivals year-round

tú féin a athrú in

GALWAY GALWAY! It’s just one of those places, those special, magical

an overview OF GALWAY

places that everyone wants to visit if they’ve never been there; that every visitor wants to return to; and that anyone lucky enough to live in, never, ever wants to leave.

- Fionnghuala, API GALWAY Resident Director

host universitY National University of Ireland, Galway CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Housing STUDENT APARTMENTS G.P.A. 3.0 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back galway

Past experiences HAVE includeD

GALWAY resident direc tor / fionnghual a

• Helping prepare and deliver holiday gifts to needy children • Raising funds for suicide awareness and prevention

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GALWAY

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM National University of Ireland, Galway

International excursion included • SERVICE-LEARNING opportunities for credit

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 credits

• Program of study statement • Passport-sized photo • Two academic referees from professors or faculty who can be contacted if necessary • Copy of passport/birth certificate • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing • Student apartments • Between term housing included for academic year students • Meals and laundry service not included • All Galway housing includes internet access

credits vary per course; total is NOT officially determined until registration

API students at the National University of Ireland, Galway (NUI, Galway) study with Irish and international students and may choose from a range of undergraduate courses as offered in the areas of arts and humanities, business, engineering, and science. Credit Information The National University of Ireland, Galway awards credit based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). Semester courses at the university are usually awarded 5, 6 or 10 ECTS credits. Universities in the U.S. typically award .5 credit hour for every 1 ECTS credit. For example, a course worth 5 ECTS would transfer to the U.S. as 2.5 semester credit hours. It is very important that students planning on studying in Galway discuss the transfer of credits with an advisor at their home university - some universities have different standards for transferring ECTS credits. Based on the ECTS credits awarded per course, students usually take 5-6 classes in order to receive 12-15 credit hours per semester. Students are responsible for ensuring that they are enrolled in the required amount of semester credits to meet requirements of the home university. In all faculties, entrance to specific courses is subject to the approval of NUI, Galway and the completion of certain prerequisites. Courses offered on a year-long basis can only be taken by students visiting for the full academic year.

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ADDITIONAL FEE INFORMATION *

Dates and Fees

The prices to the left reflect tuition for courses in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Students who are interested in taking courses in the fields of engineering and science will be subject to an additional fee of $2,000 per semester, $4,000 per year. Generally, the extra fees apply to students who enroll in more than 10 ECTS of science/ engineering/ or nursing modules. Students are encouraged to contact the API office for further details.

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Mid-May, 2015

$16,980*

$16,600*

“I wasn’t sure about a lot of things before I came

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

sometimes went away to make room for excitement.

ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early Sept., 2015 - Mid-May 2016

$32,180*

live in a different culture and gain new experiences,

come to a close, I find myself reflecting on what I’ve

to Ireland - my main emotion was nervousness that But I knew I needed and wanted to push myself to

and I’m so happy I did. Now that my time in Galway has learned (especially about myself) and being quite proud. I think I will continue to discover things that living abroad has taught me even after I return to the States, and I’m sure my time and all that I’ve experienced here will help me in many different areas as I move forward in life.” - Merrill P.

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Not all courses are offered every semester or every year. The course selection may vary, and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may have prerequisites, and some courses may require additional fees for labs, equipment, etc. Registration takes place upon arrival; however, we recommend that (after consulting the API website for course listings)”, students have 10 courses approved by their home university prior to departure, in order to allow for scheduling conflicts and the possible unavailability of certain classes. There is a 2-week add/drop period at the beginning of the semester in Galway. Voluntary, noncredit Irish language courses (Gaelic) are also available. Students can visit the API website for the complete course listings by semester and use these course listings when completing the course preregistration form (available in the student’s @api account) for the API application. Course times, course descriptions and the semester in which a course is offered are subject to change and no course is guaranteed. transcripts API students receive their transcript from National University of Ireland, Galway upon completion of their program.

service learning/ volunteer option NUI, Galway has introduced a Service Learning module designed specifically for study abroad students. This semester long, credit-bearing course, ‘Literacy and Learning in the Community”, teaches students about literacy, reading awareness and reading strategies and involves working on a one-to-one basis with elementary and high school students in homework clubs based in Galway. Visiting Students who do not get the opportunity to participate in this course can volunteer their services through the University’s ALIVE program (A Learning Initiative and the Volunteering Experience). Contact API for more information on these opportunities.

GALWAY

Course Information Courses are taught in the seminar and lecture styles, and grades are often based on one final exam. The courses offered for visiting students at NUI, Galway are listed on the API website. In order to determine the level of a particular class, students should pay attention to the number in the course title. Courses that begin with 1 are 1st year courses; courses that begin with 2 are 2nd year courses; courses that begin with 3 and/or 4 are 3rd and 4th year courses, respectively.

Subject Offerings college OF ARTS AND celtic studies Archaeology Celtic Civilization Classics Economics English Film Studies French Gaeilge (Gaelic) Geography German History Information Technology Irish Studies Law Mathematics Philosophy Psychology Sociological and Political Studies Spanish Welsh Women’s Studies COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, PUBLIC POLICY AND LAW Accounting Economics Human Resource Management Industrial Engineering Insurance Law

International Trade Law Management M.I.S. Marketing college OF Engineering and informatics Biomedical Engineering Civil and Environmental Engineering Electrical Engineering Engineering Hydrology Industrial Engineering and Information Systems Information Technology Mechanical Engineering college OF science Anatomy Biochemistry Botany Chemistry Computer Science Earth Science Engineering Hydrology Geology Marine Science Microbiology Pharmacology Physiology

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Children’s Rights Environmentalism Ethics in International Relations Health Economics Artificial Intelligence Quantum Physics Space, Place, and the Irish Landscape 99

THESE AMAZING

IRELAND

GALWAY

excursions

Edinburgh

are included with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Ireland outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Galway programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

burren national park, co. cl are s pr i n g The “great rock”, is one of the largest karst landscapes in Europe. Burren is rich with historical and archaeological sites. _________________________________________________

connemara s pr i n g • fa ll Connemara is known for its amazing landscape and is one of the few unspoiled areas in Ireland. _________________________________________________

Dublin s pr i n g • fa ll Dublin, the capital of the Republic of Ireland, is a lively city filled with history and youth, ancient architecture and contemporary structures. _________________________________________________

East Co. Galway and East Co. Clare fa ll East County Galway and east County Clare lie in one of the most unspoiled destinations in Ireland, a part of the country where life is enjoyed at a different pace. It is a place where people are ready to share their culture, lifestyle and music with you. _________________________________________________

Edinburgh, scotland INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city. Students can visit The Elephant House coffee shop where J.K. Rowling wrote the early Harry Potter books. _________________________________________________

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api program site

api excursion site

Population: 90,000

“API has given me the

founded by the Vikings in the 10th century, making it the oldest chartered city in Ireland

tools and knowledge of

third Largest City in Ireland

new culture, and sense of

traveling, experiencing a

Ireland’s “city of culture” for 2014

places I know I want to visit, and that I’ll be in Ireland again some day.”

IRELAND

university of limerick voted Best Student Experience and Warmest Welcome in Ireland

LIMERICK

adventure... I now have more

over 400 castles in county Limerick

- Conor g.

tú féin a athrú in

LIMERICK What I love most about LIMERICK is it’s colorful history, from Viking Limerick to the Medieval City to the Georgian Period, the city has a very interesting tale to tell. History lovers will be spoiled for choice with King John’s Castle, The Treaty Stone and St. Mary’s Cathedral to name but a few historic sights to enjoy in the city. Limerick is the oldest chartered city in Ireland and this is reflected in it’s fascinating historical life. So take a trip to the city that lies on the banks of the majestic River Shannon to experience all that an ancient and historic city has to offer, you won’t be disappointed!

- Maria, API Limerick Resident Director

an overview OF LIMERICK

host universitY UNIVERSITY of limerick CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Housing STUDENT APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.9 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR • GRADUATE

api gives back limerick

LIMERICK resident direc tor / maria with api students

Past experiences HAVE includeD • Giving back to students’ host community through UL clubs and societies, in addition to other API activities 101

IRELAND

LIMERICK

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM University of LIMERICK

International excursion included

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.9 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 credits

• Passport-sized photo • Copy of passport/birth certificate • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing • Student apartments • Between term housing included for academic year students • Meals and laundry service not included • All students have a private bedroom • All Limerick housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Mid-January - Mid-May, 2015

$16,400

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 10, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late August - Mid-December, 2015

$16,400

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late August, 2015 - Mid-May, 2016

$31,500

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API students at the University of Limerick (UL) have access to all four faculties on the UL campus for undergrad and graduate studies. Courses are taught mainly by Irish instructors. Course choices are selected from the following disciplines: business, education, engineering, humanities, informatics and electronics, Irish studies and science. Course Information Courses are arranged in the seminar and lecture style, and grades are based on one final exam or a combination of assessments and a final exam. In order to determine what level a particular class is, pay attention to the last number in the course title. Courses that end in a 0, 1 or 2 are 1st year courses (lower division); courses that end in 3 or 4 are 2nd year courses (lower division); courses that end in a 5 or 6 are 3rd year courses (upper division); and courses that end in a 7 or 8 are 4th year courses (upper division). Most courses at UL are equivalent to 3 U.S. semester credits. Students take 4-5 courses and receive 12-15 credit hours per semester, or approximately 3 semester credit hours per class. Not all courses are offered every semester or every year. The course selection may vary, and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may have prerequisites, and some courses may require minimal additional fees for labs, equipment, etc. There are limited spaces available for international students in the equine studies classes. Most students are not be able to take more than one of these courses. Please contact the API office for further details. Registration takes place upon arrival; however, we recommend that (after consulting the API website for course listings), students have 10 courses approved by their home university prior to departure, in order to allow for scheduling conflicts and the possible unavailability of certain classes. Students are asked to indicate their choices in order of preference on the application form. There is a 2-week add/drop period at the beginning of the semester in Limerick. Visit the API website for complete course listings by semester and use these course listings when completing the course preregistration form (available in the student’s @api account) for the API application. Courses in sports science and equine studies, among other specific courses, are limited in availability to study abroad students. Course times, course descriptions and the semester a course is offered are subject to change and no course is guaranteed. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Limerick upon completion of their program.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Global Transformation and Exclusion Gender and Modernity Airline Simulation and Planning Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Enterprise International Tourism Trends Dance in Education Wind, Ocean, and Hydro Energy

IRELAND

LIMERICK

Subject Offerings irish world academy of music AND dance Audio-Visual Technology Music and Dance Performance Song Arts, Humanities AND Social Sciences Cultural Studies Economics English European Studies French Gaelic German Geography History Humanities Irish Studies Japanese Law Languages and Linguistics New Media Public Administration Public Planning Politics Sociology Spanish Technical Writing Women’s Studies/Feminism

Kemmy Business School Accounting Agribusiness Business Communications Economics Entrepreneurship Finance Financial Mathematics Human Resource Management Information Management Insurance and Risk Management Management Marketing Mathematical Science Production Management Taxation Education AND Health Sciences Anatomy* Biometrics* Coaching* Education* Midwifery Physical Education & Sports Science* Physiotherapy Psychology and Sociology Informatics AND Electronics Computer Science Electronics Technology Mathematics Mathematics for Business Mathematics for Science

Science AND engineering Architecture Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Computer Game Design Computer Systems Digital Media Design Engineering Aeronautical Biomedical Chemical Civil Computer Construction Electrical Mechanical Robotic Environmental Studies Food Science and Health Equine Studies* Health Infomatics Horticulture Industrial Design Manufacturing Tech Materials Technology Mobile Comm. & Security Music Technology Pharmaceutical & Industrial Chemistry Physics Process Technology Production Technology Wood Technology

*Only a few spaces per semester are open to visiting students in these disciplines and additional application materials may be required.

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A Final Goodbye

IRELAND

LIMERICK

AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF former api limerick STUDENT, Jesse Detzler - WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY

my bag lies open by my bed. It is only half packed and yawns open,

Together we would share many a laugh and occasionally a tear. We were there for each other when someone was

waiting for the last of my clothes. Scattered around my desk are the maps I have

hurting, when they were missing their

collected this semester. A map from every city I visited and few from museums.

family back home or struggling with

Almost twenty in total. I try desperately to motivate myself to finish packing. The taxi

relationship problems. Plus, the best

will be coming soon, but I don’t want it to come. The maps bring back all the distant

of the fun times were had together.

memories of the trips I have taken this past semester. All the adventures I shared

Exploring

with what have become my closest friends. Each trip was utterly unique and yet

Bunratty Castle were fun and scenic,

subtly similar. Each map tells a different story, of exploring a different place. From

but wouldn’t have been anywhere as

walking around the river loop here at the University of Limerick, to walking besides

enjoyable alone.

River Arno in Florence, from going on pub crawls in Limerick City to exploring the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. With each new adventure, I learned something new about my travel companions and grew closer to them. Perhaps I will shortly put aside the maps and finish my packing, but more likely, even if I do pack the maps, I will stumble upon some other memento to remind me of the time here.

the

Aran

Islands

and

I slowly put the last items in my bag. Outside the taxi honks, calling me from my thoughts and I’m out the door. Quickly, I grab my bags and head for the street. Outside the others

As I flip through the maps, I can’t help but think of increasingly desperate

are waiting. One last road trip for the

situations that would allow me to stay here. Perhaps the taxi got a flat, or the

family. Together we pile into the taxi

flight would be delayed. Or a meteor could hit the airport or a massive solar

and we’re off. The last ride is all too

flare could knock out the electricity of the world. Anything to keep me here for

short and too soon we arrive at the

another month. Or another week. One more day. A few more hours. Anything to

airport. Many of us were on the same

put off dealing with what I can only call the “real world.”

flight here, though we didn’t realize it at the time. Again, many of us are on the same flight. It helps a little, these

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Ireland’s other worldly qualities are helped by how beautiful it is in the spring. Every tree is covered in green and the brief breaks in the cloud cover swamp me in the feeling of living in a fairy wonderland. But now I am being called back to the land of humans. To always know that another world exists. Here is where my tale differs from the classic fairy tale: humans who leave the lands of the “Other Crowd” never return in the stories. But I swear by everything I hold dear to come back here again. With such a strong affirmation of my goals I manage to pack my maps away.

Now is the time for a last goodbye. Not THE last goodbye, but A last goodbye. There will be other goodbyes, some harder than this, many easier, but this one won’t be the last. Hugs are shared and tears are shed. Home addresses are exchange, as are promises of continued contact. As the boarding call sounds, we share one last group hug and a group photo. Then we slowly drift apart to our separate boarding gates. The memories we made hold us together, but circumstance pulls us apart.

It only takes a moment for me to find something else though. I idly sit and flip

As the others leave one

through the pictures on my camera. Much to my own astonishment, I managed

by one I silently raise an

to take more pictures this semester than the rest of my life all together. I almost

invisible glass. “This one

filled up two memory cards with pictures. Barely a moment is spent on the pictures

is for you, all of you” I say

of buildings or landscapes, or even of myself in some distant city. Instead, the

to myself, miming a toast.

pictures I linger on the longest are those with my friends in them. The API family.

“Sláinte, and goodbye.”

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last few hours together.

met, the family would have one adventure after another.

THESE AMAZING

Edinburgh

excursions _________________________________________________

API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Ireland outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Limerick programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Ar an Isl ands

IRELAND

with your program fee

LIMERICK

are included

s pr i n g

A group of islands, rich in the language, culture and heritage of Ireland. Famous for its geology and the inhabitants’ gentle hospitality. _________________________________________________

blarney castle and CORK CITY fa ll Built in 1446, Blarney Castle is renowned for its mystical powers. Cork is a wonderful Irish city of rivers and built on more hills than Rome. _________________________________________________ Ring of Kerry

Bunr att y Castle and Folk Park s pr i n g • fa ll Built in 1425, Bunratty Castle and Folk Park shine a light on the daily lives of its 15th- and 16thcentury inhabitants. _________________________________________________

api program site

api excursion site

the Burren/ ailwee caves

s pr i n g

One of the most characteristic places of Ireland, the Burren hosts over 500 ring forts and over 80 known Neolithic tombs. _________________________________________________

Dublin

s pr i n g • fa ll

Dublin, the capital of the Republic of Ireland, is a lively city filled with history and youth, ancient architecture and contemporary structures. _________________________________________________

R ing of k er ry

fa ll

The Ring of Kerry is a tourist trail and part of the mystical and unspoiled region of Ireland that has attracted visitors for hundreds of years. Its spectacular beauty is beyond question.

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ITALY

3 cities

ROME

Lorenzo de’ Medici

TUSCANIA / ROME / FLORENCE o R VENICE THE ITALIAN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE

FLORENCE Lorenzo de’ Medici

THE ITALIAN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE

JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY

TUSCANIA Lorenzo de’ Medici

THE ITALIAN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE

Taormina BABILONIA

Center for italian language & culture

WHY ITALY? • Home to some of the world’s richest ancient ruins, art and antiquities • Italy has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country • Large international student community • Hands-on art, science and culinary studies courses • Breathtaking natural beauty • Amazing cuisine ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “The API staff in Florence is AMAZING! They do such a fantastic job and all the ladies are very friendly & approachable. They are enthusiastic and really want all their students to enjoy their time abroad. I could not speak more highly of the API Florence staff - THANK YOU for everything!” - Haley B.

THE BASICS

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CLASSES TAUGHT IN ITALIAN AND ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75

Housing Apartments with OTHER API STUDENTS, pensiones and HOMESTAYS

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR january term Graduate Programs

96%

OF API ITALY STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Traveling program explore Greek, Etruscan, Roman, Medieval and Renaissance cultures Experience small, medium and large Italian cities

“the api staff was amazing... i loved them so much i would

Retrace the steps of antiquity

just because of them.” - Olivia P.

Small classes/individualized attention

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choose this program again

3 CITIES

Perfect for history, liberal arts, humanities and language students

Three study abroad programs in one!

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3 CITIES

The 3 cities program is a wonderful option for the student

an overview OF 3 cities

who wants to see a little bit of everything in Italy, and learn about its major historical and cultural influences. From big cities, to small villages, from inland hills to ‘streets’ of water, this program has it all!

- Monica, API 3 cities Resident Director

host universitY Lorenzo de’ Medici The Italian International Institute

CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH AND ITALIAN Housing STUDENT APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.75 term SEMESTER

3 cities resident direc tors

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ITALY

3 CITIES

3 cities PROGRAM: Tuscania, Rome and Florence or Venice Lorenzo de’ Medici - THE ITALIAN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE

Classes taught in English and Italian • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (Marist College) • TRAVELING PROGRAM

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors • Open to Italian speakers of all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 15 semester credits

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housing API students in the 3 Cities program live in student apartments in each respective city. Apartments for API students are generally within 25-30 minutes walking distance of the school. Each unit is furnished, including a functional kitchen, and students are responsible for preparing their own meals. Washing machines are available, though dryers are not provided. ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 VENICE Late January - Early May, 2015

$15,280

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 FLORENCE Late August - Early December, 2015

$15,280

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Students who wish to study for the academic year have the option of taking one semester on the 3 Cities program and another at a different LdM site (Florence, Rome, or Tuscania) for the same price as a regular year program. Contact the API office for details. ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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Students spend one month each in three of Lorenzo de’ Medici - The Italian International Institute’s (LdM) four locations, and follow a structured program of five 3-credit courses, which together comprise a unique investigation into the roots of Western civilization. In the spring, the program finishes in Venice and in the fall, it finishes in Florence. Classes meet every day Monday through Thursday for two and a half hours each, providing a total of 45 contact hours per course. Tuscania There are two mandatory 3-credit courses in the first center, Tuscania, including an Italian language course and an introduction to the ancient civilizations of the Greeks, Etruscans and Romans. There is also an optional, not-for-credit culinary course (offered for an additional fee). Rome In the second city, Rome, students take one 3-credit course on the Medieval and Renaissance Transitions and a second 3-credit course in Italian Language and Culture, which they will continue in their third city (Florence or Venice). Florence In Florence, students choose one additional 3-credit course that gives them the opportunity to explore a late Renaissance figure and his/her links with modernity, and then continue with language instruction. VENICE In Venice, students choose one additional 3-credit course, Venice and the East, which explores the city’s rich cultural and commercial ties with Asia, and then continue with language instruction.

The program has no special prerequisites and is designed for anyone interested in experiencing the three locations and learning about Western culture. transcripts Students receive transcripts from Marist College for courses taken at LdM. Marist College is a four-year, fully accredited U.S. college in Poughkeepsie, New York.

subject offerings Archaeology and Classical Studies Art History

Culinary Studies History Italian Language

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excursions are included API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Italy outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API 3 Cities programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

ITALY

_________________________________________________

3 CITIES

with your program fee

amalfi coa s t/ enchanting isles fa ll In the region of Campania, thousands of years of history and myth, exceptional natural beauty and vibrant, colorful towns coexist in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. The volcano dominates the region and overlooks the Amalfi Coast and its breathtaking sea views. The ruins of Pompeii reveal ancient Roman life, while the enchanting islands of Capri and Ischia offer beautiful Mediterranean beaches and stunning scenery. _________________________________________________

FLORENCE

api program site

api excursion site

s pr i n g

Florence is a city that invites visitors, artists and students to walk its streets and relive past discoveries in the arts and sciences. Florence is situated on the banks of the Arno River, surrounded by rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside. Some of the medieval artisan traditions are still alive today, as seen in the daily open-air markets. API introduces students to the sights, sounds and art that embrace a visitor at every turn in Florence. _________________________________________________

ROME

s pr i n g • fa ll

With an almost uninterrupted history as an important center of power for more than two millennia, Rome is as close to eternal as it gets. Located on the River Tiber, the “Eternal City” was once the administrative center of the mighty Roman Empire, governing a vast region that stretched all the way from Britain to Mesopotamia. One must be prepared to step into the world’s biggest open air museum - the Vatican, the Coliseum, the neighborhoods - and be enraptured. _________________________________________________

tusc an y

s pr i n g • fa ll

To explore the wonders the Tuscany region has to offer is a relaxing and incomparable experience. The area features many hilltop towns, famous for the production of wine and olive oil. Thanks to ancient volcanic activity, natural hot springs are plentiful in the region. Of course, no visit to this region would be complete without a stop in one of these towns: Siena, San Gimignano, Pienza, Cortona, Arezzo, or Montepulciano hot springs.

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Donut Shop Wisdom

AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF former api FLORENCE STUDENT, Becky Torre - GROVE CITY COLLEGE

FLORENCE

I climbed up on a swivel chair

in ripped blue plastic recklessly bulging out of its chrome frame and propped my elbows

on the worn, smooth counter.

I breathed deeply. The tantalizing sweetness was tricking my stomach into a chorus of even angrier

grumbles. My eyes tracked each movement as the kind face before me lifted donuts from their bubbling bath of oil and laid them on thin wire racks to cool.

“Thank you,” I answered lamely. Could I say anything more? I smiled again. Our donuts appeared and as I slid off my stool, her rough, but frail hand grasped my arm tightly. “Go explore.” I didn’t think much of it then. The last days of that May, after my freshman year at Grove City, were sweet. They were a precursor to the summer days filled with adventures in Georgia,

I let my feet dangle. My hiking boots were heavy, held the mud, rocks, and rain of the

jumping out of an airplane, balancing

past three days – the weight felt good, suspended beneath the linoleum counter top.

on our creaking Ventnor Bay docks,

Over the last 72 hours, we had wandered in the woods of Vermont. We trekked 23

and madly racing up to Hanging Lake,

miles up and down the Appalachian Trail, fighting against a perpetual monsoon and

around Delicate Arch, and back through

learning what it meant to carry everything we needed on our backs.

the vistas of the Rocky Mountains.

We spent our mornings collecting water, afternoons perfecting the art of stuffing

And then, sophomore tear was a blur

sustaining handfuls of GORP in our mouths, and evenings scrambling to find a dry

and somehow, somehow, I had found

place to rest our heads. And all the while, growing together as eight college students

myself here – blessed by my parents and

desperate to know what this life would hold.

every person who has cleared the way –

We were gloriously happy to be there, laughing ourselves silly from exhaustion as we waited for the box of a dozen gooey pastries.

writing beneath the statues’ shadows in Piazza delle Signoria, one of Italy’s most celebrated open-air galleries of art. I don’t know what brought me back to

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I turned to my right and smiled at the people around me. But my eyes locked with just one, an elderly lady, at the end of the counter. A hunch kept her head nearly level with a steaming cup of coffee and her flannel overcoat was pulled tightly around her neck, warmth unneeded with the sun hanging up there without any cloud cover.

Nothing in these surroundings speaks to those experiences, except this: I’ve said it a hundred times before and I’ll say it again – the world is big. Yes. But I’ve realized the truth in that challenge given to me in the donut shop in Vermont. The world is only so big when we allow it to loom unchartered on maps, when we leave it in history books, untouched but by our childhood fingers, and if we never have the courage to step beyond our

She asked me what I was doing. She asked me my age. She asked me what I thought

miserably narrow diameters of certainty.

of this place.

Thousands have gone

“Backpacking with my friends! I’m 19 and” – as my stomach took up its song once again – “I cannot wait to eat one of those donuts.” A linear response for a linear set of questions. But I knew there was more. You can tell with some people. She fingered her hair tiredly. “Girl, that’s good.” Her voice was gravelly, the rough cadence of years of smoking, hard living. Her eyes lingered on my face a moment longer. She seemed to envy me my youth. “That’s good,” she repeated. “The world is your oyster, girl. I helped make it that way.” 110

that morning, so many months ago.

before you and are now

offering it up: Girls, Boys,

the world

is your oyster.

Go explore.

“Everything about API has been a wonderful

Population: 400,000

experience. I was never disappointed. This

Breathtaking beauty International student community

semester was my first time abroad and I feel like if I would have studied abroad with another the same at all. I always felt safe and was always

Pitti Palace and The Bargello

accommodated. Even before traveling abroad,

45-minute train ride to the beach

API was extremely helpful. I truly applaud API

ITALY

program, my experience would have not been

Uffizzi and accademia Museums

FLORENCE

an Artistic and social environment

for the phenomenal programs offered.” - Gina G.

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If I only had one day to take a newcomer around FLORENCE, I would  take them to the Piazzale Michelangelo, from where we have one of the nicest views of Florence, the Arno river and the surrounding hills. I would then visit the wonderful church of San Miniato al Monte situated behind the Piazzale Michelangelo!

- FEDERICA, API FLORENCE Resident Director

an overview OF FLORENCE

host universitY Lorenzo de’ Medici The Italian International Institute

CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH AND ITALIAN Housing STUDENT APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR JANUARY TERM • bachelors/masters DEGREES

api gives back florence

FLORENCE resident directors / MONICA, ellen, federica & Irene

Past experiences HAVE includeD • Serving as tour guides in historic church • Participating in charity races (5K & marathons) • Helping with community food drives • Work with local kindergarten teachers/classes • Volunteering with one of the oldest volunteer institutions in Florence

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ITALY

FLORENCE

LDM FLORENCE SEMESTER/YEAR PROGRAM Lorenzo de’ Medici - THE ITALIAN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE Classes taught in English and Italian • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (MARIST COLLEGE) Internships available for credit • AACSB ACCREDITED BUSINESS COURSES (MARIST COLLEGE)

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors, seniors • Open to Italian speakers of all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-16 semester credits

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housing

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Dates and Fees $14,880

$14,880

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late August, 2015 - Mid-May, 2016

$27,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Students who wish to study for the academic year have the option of taking one semester in Florence and another at a different LdM site (Rome, Tuscania, or 3 Cities) for the same price as a regular year program. Contact the API office for details. ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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All students must take at least one Italian language course per semester. Italian language courses are taught at all levels (beginning through advanced), while most other courses are taught in English. Students who choose intermediate level Italian or higher must complete a placement exam upon arrival to verify their level of proficiency. Students who do not meet the required proficiency level to complete an intermediate level or higher course are moved to the appropriate course. Students take four to five courses and receive 12-16 credit hours per semester; most courses are equivalent to 3 credits. The program fee includes a maximum of 16 credits per semester session. Students may, however, take additional courses for credit for an additional fee per course.

• Student apartments • Discounted meal plan available for purchase • All Florence housing includes internet access

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Mid-May, 2015

API students at Lorenzo de’ Medici - The Italian International Institute - Florence (LdM) may choose from over 400 courses, internships, and professional development opportunities. Courses are available in a wide variety of subjects across the arts, humanities, business, and international relations.

Courses at LdM-Florence can fill up quickly. It is suggested that students apply EARLY for greater course availability. API recommends that students obtain pre-approval from their home university for courses that they plan on taking abroad. When obtaining pre-approval for course selections, students should refer to the Marist College course codes and titles, as these will appear on the transcript. STUDIO ART COURSES The class schedules on the API website indicate that many of the studio art courses involve two time blocks; students enrolled in those courses must attend both time blocks. Placement exams for studio arts courses are mandatory for any student wishing to register for a higher level than beginning. Studio art placement tests are administered during the first week of classes. Students are provided with the exact meeting time during orientation. COURSE MATERIALS & LAB FEES Many classes require that students purchase their own books and/or materials. The cost of materials varies depending on the type of course. While students may want to bring some basic, easily transportable materials (such as brushes or pastels) with them, most course materials should be purchased in Italy once classes start. By doing so, students can take the opportunity to speak directly with their instructors to make sure they buy exactly what is required for the course. Many studio arts, cuisine and wine appreciation courses require a lab fee that is paid by students upon arrival. In addition, several courses from different departments require that students pay for visits and field trips as noted in the course descriptions (on the website) for such courses. transcripts Students receive transcripts from Marist College for courses taken at LdM. LdM courses in business administration (as indicated by the Marist course codes) are offered in partnership with Marist College’s AACSB-accredited School of Management. Marist College is a four-year, fully accredited U.S. college in Poughkeepsie, New York.

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SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Anthropology Archaeology and Classical Studies Art History Communications Cultural Studies Gender Studies Geography and Environmental Studies History International Business Literature Mathematics Music, Cinema and Theater Studies Peace Studies Philosophy and Religious Studies Political Science and International Studies Psychology Sociology Writing

SCHOOL OF creative ARTS Culinary and Nutritional Arts Dance, Music and Theater Performance Film, Video and Multimedia Production Painting, Drawing and Mixed Media Photography Printmaking Restoration Sculpture and Ceramics

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Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Anthropology of Violence and Conflict Palaces of Florence Event Planning Sociology of Consumerism Italian Culture through Music Crosscultural Communication in the Workplace

SCHOOL OF design Architecture Fashion Design, Marketing, and Merchandising Graphic Design Interior Design Jewelry Design

History of Prostitution

SCHOOL OF italian language and culture Italian Language Italian Language and Culture

Fashion Marketing

Italian Crime Fiction Lost Symbolisms: Secret Codes in Western Art Love, Beauty, and Natural Selection Organized Crime: Sociology and History of Italian Mafia Web Animation Current Trends in Italian Cuisine Florence Sketchbook

“The orientation was well designed and well organized. The culture events were AWESOME! The API Florence staff did a fantastic job of choosing fun and cultural places to travel to around Italy.” - Haley B.

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additional options for programs in florence

LdM Internship Opportunities Semester and Summer Terms

API students have the opportunity to earn valuable credits through real-world internships in Florence with LdM. Italy is known for its artisan and small business structure that offers amazing opportunities for first-hand experience and interaction with local business owners to learn about the strengths and structure of the Italian workplace. Students earn 3 credits for an internship, which is counted toward their total academic load for the semester, and appears on the academic transcript along with a grade. Students are graded based on a weekly internship journal, a minimum of two papers, and an evaluation by their academic advisor/tutor at LdM. Internship options are listed on the API/LdM course schedules on the website, and subjects may include: • Art History/Museum Studies • Business/Marketing

• Communications/P.R. • Fashion Design

• Fashion Marketing/Merchandising • Graphic Design • Florence City Hall • Service-Learning

Students should indicate their interest in an internship upon applying, and submit a résumé, essay, and portfolio. The internship essay should discuss the student’s reason for applying, expectations about the internship, and a detailed description of the duties in which the student would like to partake in. An on-site interview is required of all students. Placements are limited, so students are encouraged to apply early. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

professional development programs

The LdM Professional Opportunities Program offers students a non-credit experiential learning experience. It is similar to an internship, but it requires less time and is based around the completion of one single project. Students are given the opportunity to collaborate with both the LdM Institute and local Florentine businesses, organizations and associations, and upon successful completion of the project, students receive a certificate of participation. The Professional Opportunities Project gives students the opportunity to add international work experience to their résumé/curriculum vitae. The Professional Opportunities offered for each semester are officially announced at the beginning of the semester, after the students have arrived, and the professional opportunities offered differ from semester to semester. Previous opportunities have included: • Blogging for LDM marketing office

• Graphic Design for Local Businesses

• Marketing/Social Media for Local Businesses

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art certificate Programs Semester and Year Terms

arts Certificate programs The Certificate Programs are designed for students who have a solid background in one of the following areas: fashion design, fashion marketing and merchandising, graphic design and visual communication, interior design, jewelry art and design, or restoration and conservation. These programs are offered for a semester, or for one or two years in duration, and involve a set curriculum for each specific discipline. The Certificate Programs provide specific skills in a range of areas giving students a strong theoretical base on which to develop their practical work. There are two study options: the Certificate and the Professional or Advanced Certificate Programs. Students can combine both options or choose between them according to their experience and educational levels. All courses, except Italian language, are conducted in English. Certificate program dates and prices are generally the same as the regular LdM Florence programs. An $800 additional fee is charged for any certificate programs that involve 18 U.S. credits per semester or more. For academic year certificate programs, beginning students must enroll in the first semester of the first year course sequence. More information is provided for each specific certificate program post-acceptance. INTERNATIONAL CONFLICT TRANSFORMATION CERTIFICATE Program 15-18 credit hours per semester • (3-4 credits in language; 12 credits in electives) The Certificate Program, subtitled “Preventing, Managing, and Resolving Conflicts,” is comprised of five core courses and one language course. These courses, leading to a Certificate of Completion, are offered in collaboration between LdM Florence, the University of Florence Department of Peace Studies, and The National Conflict Resolution Center (NCRC) based in San Diego. Further information and specific courses for these certificate programs may be found on the API website.

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Classes taught in English and Italian • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (MARIST COLLEGE) JAN-TERM PROGRAM

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS session 1 or 2 classes for a total of 3-7 U.S. semester credits

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housing • Student apartments • Discounted meal plan available for purchase • All Florence housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees JANUARY INTERSESSION 2015 Early January - Late January, 2015 ONE COURSE TWO COURSES

$4,380 $5,480

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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FLORENCE JANUARY INTERSESSION PROGRAM

The January Intersession Program provides the opportunity for undergraduate students to earn academic credit and a chance for independent or adult students to study abroad for professional development or career advancement. Students can enroll in one or two classes during the January session. Students who enroll in this program in addition to a semester program receive a discount. Courses are available at lower- and upper-division levels. Students who choose intermediate level Italian or higher must complete a placement exam upon arrival to verify their level of proficiency. Students who do not meet proficiency standards are assigned to the appropriate course. Not all courses are offered every session. The course selection may vary and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may require additional fees for labs, equipment, etc. These fees are not included in the program cost. Course codes, listings, descriptions, and syllabi are available on the API website. Remember to pay close attention to class times in order to avoid scheduling conflicts. API recommends that students obtain pre-approval from their home university for courses that they plan on taking abroad. When obtaining pre-approval for course selections, students should refer to the Marist College course codes and titles, as these will appear on the transcript. transcripts Students receive transcripts from Marist College for courses taken at LdM. Marist College is a four-year, fully accredited U.S. college in Poughkeepsie, New York.

Subject Offerings SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES SCHOOL OF italian language and culture Art History Italian Language History SCHOOL OF creative ARTS Culinary and Nutritional Arts Painting, Drawing & Mixed Media Photography

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Principles of Drawing and Composition Introduction to Digital Photography Pairing Food and Wine Italian Renaissance Civilization and Culture 115

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excursions _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Italy outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Florence programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

BOLOGNA

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Bologna has one of the best preserved historical centers of the world. It is filled with many ancient palaces and churches that continue to inspire. _________________________________________________

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The Cinque Terre, five villages hidden in little coastal inlets and clinging to the rocks overhanging the sea, are located near of the Ligure Riviera. _________________________________________________

LUCCA

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Lucca is a provincial town rich in history, tradition and culture and is unique for its intact 16th century walls that surround the historical center. _________________________________________________

Padova

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Padova is one of the oldest cities in northern Italy and offers a dense network of arcaded streets opening into large communal piazze. _________________________________________________

PISA

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There is much more to Pisa than its famous Tower. It is also the city of the ancient Etruscan and Roman Port at San Rossore and the lungarni. _________________________________________________

rome

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With an almost uninterrupted history as a center of power for more than two millennia, Rome is as close to eternal as it gets. Today, it remains the world’s biggest open air museum. _________________________________________________

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It is a great experience to explore the wonders of the Tuscany, a region that is famous for the production of wine and olive oil. _________________________________________________

VENICE

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From the 13th to 17th centuries, Venice was one of the most important cities in Europe. Today, it is an incredible city to explore and soak it all in. _________________________________________________

VERONA

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Verona was home to Romeo and Juliet. Students will visit the Roman Amphitheater, the market at Piazza delle Erbe (once the Roman forum), and the medieval streets by the Adige river.

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api excursion site

Population: 5,400,000 layer upon layer of history artist’s and art historian’s dream

“THE api staff were awesome. extremely

Large student population

knowledgeable about the city/country

Tombs of emperors and Caesars

or help with anything.”

- eleni p.

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Roman ruins and churches

and always happy to answer questions ROME

Friendly, warm, inviting people

Italian center for filmmaking

trasformare se stessi in

ROME

“The history, art, scenery, social life that unfold in the squares… ROME is a living icon and you will never get enough of it. Even if you’re not a city person, you will fall in love with Rome”

- alessio, API Rome Resident Director

an overview OF ROME

host universitIES JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY Lorenzo de’ Medici

The Italian International Institute

CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH AND ITALIAN Housing STUDENT APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back rome

Past experiences include

rome resident direc tors / Naike and Alessio

• Volunteering with the Rome Marathon and Race for the Cure • Playing soccer with local Special Olympians • Participating in clothing donation program

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DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM John Cabot University Courses taught in English and Italian • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY) Internships available for credit • Meal plan (20 meals) included • “early bird” and full-tuition scholarships available!

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Must have completed at least one year of college • Open to Italian speakers of all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-17 semester credits

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housing • Student apartments • Meal plan (20 meals) included • All Rome housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Early May, 2015

$16.980

$16,980

$32,800

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

Students at the John Cabot University (JCU) in Rome can choose to study a wide variety of disciplines in English. Most API students choose to complete an Italian language course along with several other elective courses taught in English. It is highly recommended that students enroll in at least one Italian language course per semester. Italian language courses are taught at all levels. Course registration is conducted online prior to departure. Some courses do fill, so students are advised to have 1-2 alternates pre-approved for each class. Students complete a total of four to five courses and receive 12-17 credit hours per semester session; most courses are equivalent to 3 credits. The program fee includes a maximum of 17 credits per semester session. Courses with site visits require an additional fee. API recommends that students obtain pre-approval from their home university for courses that they plan on taking abroad. JCU offers both lower division and upper division courses. Not all courses are offered every session. The course selection may vary and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may require additional fees for books, labs, equipment, etc. These fees are not included in the program cost. Students are encouraged to make course selections from the online listings when completing the program application as course listings, descriptions, prerequisites and/or lab fees are subject to change. honors classes Students at JCU who have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.5 have the option of taking specifically designated “Honors Courses.” Honors courses are designated with an “H” on the online course listings and on the student’s final transcript, and are worth 4 semester credits each. This option also offers additional educational activities (seminars, papers, projects, etc.) and further mentoring by the professor. THE JCU INSTITUTE FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP JCU has created an innovative Institute for Entrepreneurship, offering students a variety of means to tap into and develop their creative business skills. There are a number of courses on the schedule that fit in this track, along with internship options at the Institute, as well as with local businesses. Involvement with the Institute for Entrepreneurship also exposes students to unique events, workshops, and networking opportunities to meet and learn from successful entrepreneurs and companies. “ITALY READS” VOLUNTEER PROGRAM JCU has developed an extensive network of over 45 Italian public high schools as part of its “Italy Reads” program. In one year alone, nearly 70 study abroad students visited Italian high schools to collaborate with Italian high school teachers of English and their students on discussions of a selected novel. To participate in this program, students sign up online before they leave, undertake a short not-for-credit training course on the selected novel, and then receive an additional orientation in Rome before beginning the program. Upon completion of the program, students receive a certificate. transcripts API students receive transcripts from John Cabot University upon completion of the program. John Cabot University is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Archaeology Art History Business Classical Studies Communications Computer Science Creative Writing Economics Finance French Graphic Design History Humanities International Affairs International Business Italian Journalism Latin

Law Literature Management Marketing Mathematics Media Studies Music Natural Science Philosophy Photography Political Science Psychology Religion Social Sciences Spanish Statistics Studio Arts Web Design

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Politics and Power in Roman Archaeology: Augustus to Mussolini Spirituality and Transcendence in Modern Art Social Marketing and Fundraising Introduction to Photojournalism Italian Visions: Perceptions of Italy in Literature Global Warming The Popes of Rome: History of the Catholic Church Cognitive Psychology

JCU INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

API/JCU Rome scholarships

API students have the opportunity to participate in an internship for a semester or academic year while studying at JCU. Internships are primarily intended for students studying for an academic year; however, semester applicants will be considered if they apply early! Internships may or may not require Italian language experience; it will depend upon the specific placement. There are no extra charges for the internship. Students who are interested such an opportunity should submit at CV/résumé and letter of interest to their API Program Manager upon acceptance into the API program. They will then be contacted by the JCU internship coordinator for follow up.

Don’t miss out on the chance to apply for these funding opportunities:

“I really enjoyed the cultural

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Subject Offerings

“Early Bird” Scholarship Apply before the deadlines to receive up to $350 off your program fee!

API/JCU Diversity Scholarship One full-tuition scholarship to an outstanding minority student per term.

API ScholarshiPS Visit apistudyabroad.com/scholarships to apply.

events because they added so a nice aspect to learning about the city and were just great experience for overall personal development and knowledge.”

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LDM ROME SEMESTER/YEAR PROGRAM Lorenzo de’ Medici - THE ITALIAN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE Courses taught in English and Italian • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (MARIST COLLEGE) AACSB ACCREDITED BUSINESS COURSES (MARIST COLLEGE) • INTERNSHIPS Available for credit

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-16 semester credits This program is designed for students interested in selecting courses from a wide variety of disciplines with less emphasis on Italian language. All students must take at least one Italian language course per semester. Italian language courses are taught at all levels (beginning through advanced), while most other courses are taught in English.

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housing • Student apartments • Meals and laundry service not included • All Rome housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Mid-May, 2015

$14,990

$28,990

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Students who wish to study for the academic year have the option of taking one semester in Rome and another at a different LdM site (Florence, Tuscania, or 3 Cities) for the same price as a regular year program. Contact the API office for details. ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

Students take four to five courses and receive 12-16 credit hours per semester; most courses are equivalent to 3 credits. The program fee includes a maximum of 16 credits per semester session. Students may, however, take additional courses for credit for an additional fee per course. Students who choose intermediate level Italian or higher must complete a placement exam upon arrival to verify their level of proficiency. Students who do not meet the required proficiency level to complete an intermediate level or higher course are moved to the appropriate course. Not all courses are offered every session. The course selection may vary and no course is guaranteed. Students should make their course selections from the online listings when completing the program application as course times, descriptions, prerequisites and lab fees are subject to change. API recommends that students obtain pre-approval from their home university for courses that they plan on taking abroad. When obtaining pre-approval for course selections, students should refer to the Marist College course codes and titles, as these will appear on the transcript. STUDIO ART COURSES The class schedules on the API website indicate that many of the studio art courses involve two time blocks; students enrolled in those courses must attend both time blocks. Placement exams for studio arts courses are mandatory for any student wishing to register for a higher level than beginning. Studio art placement tests are administered during the first week of classes. Students are provided with the exact meeting time during orientation. COURSE MATERIALS & LAB FEES Many studio art classes require that students purchase their own materials. The cost of materials varies depending on the type of course. While students may want to bring some basic, easily transportable materials (such as brushes or pastels) with them, most course materials should be purchased in Italy once classes start. Students can speak directly with their instructors to make sure they buy exactly what is required for the course. Many studio arts and cuisine courses require a lab fee that is paid by students upon arrival. In addition, several courses from different departments require that students pay for visits and field trips as noted in the course descriptions (on the API website) for such courses.

transcripts Students receive transcripts from Marist College for courses taken at LdM. LdM courses in business administration (as indicated by the Marist course codes) are offered in partnership with Marist College’s AACSB-accredited School of Management. Marist College is a four-year, fully accredited U.S. college in Poughkeepsie, New York.

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SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Anthropology Archaeology and Classical Studies Art History Communications Geography and Environmental Studies History International Business Literature Music, Cinema and Theater Studies Philosophy and Religious Studies

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Subject Offerings

Political Science and International Studies Psychology Sociology Writing

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

SCHOOL OF creative ARTS Culinary and Nutritional Arts Painting, Drawing and Mixed Media SCHOOL OF italian language and culture Italian Language Italian Language and Culture

Underground Rome: The Christian Catacombs Film and Mafia Introduction to Art Therapy Rome Sketchbook Wine and Culture

ldm INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES API students have the opportunity to earn valuable credits through real-world internships in Rome with LdM! Italy is known for its artisan and small business structure that offers amazing opportunities for first-hand experience and interaction with local business owners to learn about the strengths and structure of the Italian workplace. Students earn 3 credits for an internship, which are counted toward their total academic load for the semester, and appear on the academic transcript along with a grade. Students are graded based on a weekly internship journal, a minimum of two papers, and an evaluation by their academic advisor/tutor at LdM. Internship options may include placements in business, communications, and/or marketing.

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Bits and Bobs of Roman Life

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I’ve been writing so many

So my plan for the next few months is

travel posts lately

to memorize the parts of Rome that I

that I feel like I’ve done injustice to my everyday life, in a way. My life in Rome has

Piazza Navona that I fell in love with

become so routine that none of it seems novelty anymore, and I even venture to say that

within the first week of my arrival. I want

it might be an adjustment to come back home and re-adapt to my “old” life. In almost

to live and breathe these places during

every bit of documentation or information I saw before coming abroad, culture shock

my last few weeks to engrave them into

was highlighted, but also a period of reverse culture shock while the displaced person

my memory, and make them my own so

re-adapts to his or her new environment after learning and changing while abroad. For

I can take them home with me.

the longest time, I couldn’t picture that happening to me, with my Bostonian life so ingrained in my memory. I’m starting now to get an idea of what that might feel like.

love and know well: the Colosseum, my neighborhood Trastevere, wide-open

This week is also Thanksgiving, and I’ve never spent a holiday away from

I’m sort of astounded at the power of time. Time took my deep-rooted habits (keep in mind,

my family. My boyfriend will be coming

I hadn’t truly left my home area before going abroad) and made me very comfortable in

to visit and we’ll be trying to recreate

fast-paced, noisy Rome. I don’t flinch at the aggressive cash registers or strange foods or

some of our favorite Thanksgiving

long lines in the grocery store. I don’t flinch when I need to walk by the oppressively odorous

foods in my tiny Italian kitchen. It’ll be

cheese shop on my way to school every day. I hop off and on public transport vehicles with

a new kind of holiday and a memory

ease and lay a hand over my bag out of habit, not out of fear of being pickpocketed.

for sure, but I’m not sure how I will

This isn’t to say that I’ve stopped missing home- I haven’t this entire time. But I miss

feel when I Skype into my family’s

home in a different way now. It isn’t the oppressive longing homesick feeling that I felt in the beginning of the semester. I feel appreciative for the community my family and friends have built back home, after getting a taste at how hard it is to build a life from scratch and take care of oneself entirely. I can’t wait to share with my family

Thanksgiving dinner and see my home filled with plates of homemade food. I’ve grown so much here, but it’s those small, tender memories that I still miss

and friends everything I’ve gained here (ignoring the small fear that I won’t be able

and will treasure that much more when

to) and I can’t wait to re-experience the close bonds I have at home. In a way, being

I’m home.

abroad has given me an enriched perspective of the place I grew up in.

Lucky for me, my mom has just let the

And I haven’t stopped missing Dunkin’ Donuts, either.

secret slip that I should be expecting a

For the longest time, I had a casual relationship with Rome. In my time of homesickness,

care package any day now. It will be the

it was merely where I was. For the first time in these past few weeks, (maybe it was triggered by watching my friend from home experience Rome for the first time), I feel like Rome is where I live. I am a part of this neighborhood- I made connections and

perfect piece of comfort that I need to propel myself through life in my Rome home these last few weeks.

contributed to the community. I’ve made a new network here, and for the first time I’m feeling like that’s going to be a little bit hard to give up. And yes, I’ll miss the .60 euro cappuccinos and Nutella and ricotta stuffed croissants from the cafe across the street. Having my friend see Rome for the first time made me realize how at home I feel here now. Seeing her experience all the ancient monuments with wonder and amazement renewed those feelings in me also. How strange it is that I can walk by historical ruins and churches almost daily and become jaded to the fact that I am in one of the most historical places in the world. My goal for these next few weeks are to survive finals, of course, but also to experience Rome as much as I can. In a way, I know I’ll never see all of it. Rome is big enough recent trip being to the Cappuccini Crypt, a church decorated entirely with the bones

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of 4,000 corpses. Strange, lesser heard of gems like that exist all throughout the city,

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excursions are included API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Italy outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Rome programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

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In the region of Campania, thousands of years of history and myth, exceptional natural beauty and vibrant, colorful towns coexist in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. The volcano dominates the region and overlooks the Amalfi Coast, with its rocky cliffs dotted with towns such as Sorrento, offering great shopping and dining as well as breathtaking sea views. The ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum, at once destroyed and preserved by a volcanic eruption in 79AD, reveal ancient Roman life, while the enchanting islands of Capri and Ischia offer beautiful Mediterranean beaches and stunning scenery. _________________________________________________

FLORENCE s pr i n g • fa ll Florence is a city that invites visitors, artists and students to walk its streets and relive past discoveries in the arts and sciences. Florence is situated on the banks of the Arno River, surrounded by rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside. Some of the medieval artisan traditions are still alive today, as seen in the daily open-air markets. API introduces students to the sights, sounds and art that embrace a visitor at every turn in Florence. _________________________________________________

tuscany s pr i n g • fa ll To explore the wonders the Tuscany region has to offer is a relaxing and incomparable experience. The area features many hilltop towns, famous for the production of wine and olive oil. Of course, no visit to this region would be complete without a stop in one of these towns: Siena, San Gimignano, Pienza, Cortona, Arezzo, or Montepulciano.

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Fast Food Sicilian Style AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF former API taormina STUDENT, Emily Nagle - marist college

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i love italy

arancino is revealed—never failing to trigger a smile.

for an infinite number of reasons,

Rice cooked perfectly al dente forms

but the cuisine definitely tops the list. Italians know how to enjoy life and they

this next layer of the arancino. It

definitely know how to eat. Living with a host family has given me the opportunity

retains great texture—neither mushy

to dine like a true Italian every evening. We sit around the table together, taking

nor crunchy. You chew it softly, in

our time to relish in the meal and each other’s company. Each dish demonstrates

disbelief of the amount of flavor that

the cultural value of food—not only made with fresh, local, and in-season

it has. Finally, the core touches your

ingredients, but also with love and respect.

tongue and a surge of euphoria passes

However, not everyone has time to sit down to a multi-course feast for every meal everyday. For this reason, Sicilian fast food—called Tavola Calda—comes into play. Yes, I said fast food, but don’t even begin to allow yourself to picture an American fast food chain. You find the best Tavola Calda in small shops run by friendly Sicilian families. Customers cram inside to fight for a view of the glass counter that houses a variety of enticing options. My stomach grumbles at the several different styles of pizza and bread, but I can never seem to resist ordering arancini. Rice, cheese, and meats or veggies merge to create this heavenly fried

through you. In that moment you realize that the breadcrumb crust and rice only exist to swaddle the creamy, cheesy, and salty melting core of the arancino. The center of an arancino depends on what type you order. But no matter what kind you choose, you will be met with oozing cheesy bliss.

snack. Choosing between the countless flavors feels impossible, but you simply

While eating an arancino, I heard

can’t go wrong. Whether you decide on a baseball shaped al burro, football

someone say, “This is why American

shaped melanzane, or cone-shaped ragu, you will surely feel satisfied.

fast food doesn’t work in Italy.” I

Nothing compares to the first bite of an arancino. With it cupped carefully in the palm of your hand, you lift it towards your mouth, and take a bite. The moment that you break through the thin golden shell, the arancino lets out a long breath of steam. The exterior touches your tongue first. The casing — made of buttery breadcrumbs—has a crispy texture yet somehow melts when you chew it. With

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this, the heavenly interior of the

smiled and nodded in agreement. How could anyone choose processed French fries when they could devour a delicious arancino?

Population: 11,500 Breathtaking beauty World-renowned beaches “I was overall extremely impressed By

A myriad of cultural events

International student population

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wish I had done a year.” - Brooke C.

Warm Sicilian hospitality

TAORMINA

API’s program, I loved it so much I really

Small student population

Mediterranean cuisine

trasformare se stessi in

taormina

taormina is the perfect destination for all those people who want to study and to learn about all aspects of Italian culture. The city is bathed in a magic atmosphere, surrounded by the natural beauties of Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea. Since Taormina is a small town it is very easy to join in with the simple and relaxed local lifestyle. Why wouldn’t you want to come here to study and to breathe the same air that inspired centuries of poets and artists such as W. Goethe, D. H. Lawrence, Truman Capote, Charles Webster, and Tennessee Williams - just to mention a few?

- Daniele, API Taormina Resident Director

an overview OF taormina

host universitY Babilonia – Center for Italian Language and Culture CLASSES TAUGHT IN ITALIAN AND ENGLISH Housing HOST FAMILIES AND SHARED APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR january term

api gives back taormina

taormina resident director / daniele with sharon (one of api’s founders)

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Taormina italian immersion program BABILONIA - Center for italian language and culture Classes taught in Italian and english • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (MARIST COLLEGE) Immersive Italian program

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors • Open to Italian speakers of all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport

TOTAL credit HOURS QUARTER 12 semester credits SEMESTER 15 semester credits API students in Taormina attend courses at Babilonia - Center for Italian Language and Culture. Babilonia was recently voted the top Italian language school in Italy, and consistently ranks in the top 10 in the country in this regard. This program is open to students of all levels, and is intended to provide a true Italian language and culture immersion experience. In addition to their coursework, students live with Sicilian families that are actively involved in school and city life. This is a perfect program for the serious Italian language student who is looking for an off-the-beaten path study abroad experience!

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housing • Host family • Breakfast and dinner daily • Advanced Italian speakers and 2nd semester academic year may choose to live in shared apartment for additional fee. ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Late April, 2015

$17,980

SPRING QUARTER 2015 Late February - Late May, 2015

$15,600

$17,980

Students also participate in a mandatory capstone project, which must be completed by the end of the semester. The capstone is designed to synthesize all of the language, content and cultural learning of the entire semester. An additional intent of the capstone is to highlight an interest or strength of each student, therefore the requirements are general to accommodate diverse personal research areas, interests and a variety of media. The course selection may vary and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may require additional fees for books, labs, equipment, etc. These fees are not included in the program cost. Students are encouraged to make course selections from the online listings when completing the program application as course listings, descriptions, prerequisites and/or lab fees are subject to change. transcripts Students receive transcripts from Marist College for courses taken at BabiloniaItalian Language School. Marist College is a four-year, fully accredited U.S. college in Poughkeepsie, New York. extracurricular activities Each term there are a number of extracurricular, non-credit activities offered to give students the opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with locals and travelers from other parts of Europe. These optional activities are offered by certified instructors, outside of class time, and participation is based on student interest. Additional fees are required - please contact API for further information. Activities may include: Biking • Cooking • Diving • Golf • Hiking • Sicilian-Style Pottery Decoration

$34,800

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subject Offerings

Archaeology Fine Arts History Humanities Italian Culture Italian Language Literature Politics

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Semester students take 2 language courses and 3 content courses for a total of 15 semester credits. Spring quarter students take 2 language courses and 2 content courses for a total of 12 semester credits. Students must take at least TWO Italian language courses per term. Italian language courses are taught at all levels. API recommends that students obtain pre-approval from their home university for courses that they plan on taking abroad.

top 10 in the annual r ankings.

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Detective Stories in Modern Sicily Geology of the Mediterranean and the Volcanoes of Sicily Mafia: Regional, National, or Global Issue? Sicilian Writers in the Italian Literature

Classes taught in English and Italian • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (MARIST COLLEGE) jan-term program • Immersive Italian program

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to Italian speakers of all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport

TOTAL credit HOURS january term 3-6 U.S. semester credits

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Dates and Fees SESSION 1 2015 THREE-WEEKS Early January - Mid-January, 2015 LANGUAGE ONLY CULTURE ONLY

$4,850 $4,850

API students in Taormina attend courses at Babilonia - Italian Language School. Babilonia was recently voted the top Italian language school in Italy, and consistently ranks in the top 10 in the country in this regard. This program is open to students of all levels, and is intended to provide a true Italian language and culture immersion experience. In addition to their coursework, students live with Sicilian families that are actively involved in school and city life. This is a perfect program for the serious Italian language student who is looking for an off-thebeaten path study abroad experience! The January Intersession Program provides the opportunity for undergraduate students to earn academic credit, as well as a chance for independent or adult students to study abroad for professional development or career advancement. Students can enroll in one or two classes during the January session. Students may add one of these shorter programs onto a longer program, or add additional weeks to these terms. If a student participates in multiple programs, a discount is applied. Students may choose a two-week program and earn 3 semester credits, or a four-week program and earn 6 semester credits. The program price is based on the types of courses taken. The course selection may vary and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may require additional fees for books, labs, equipment, etc. These fees are not included in the program cost. Students are encouraged to make course selections from the online listings when completing the program application as course listings, descriptions, prerequisites and/or lab fees are subject to change

FOUR-WEEKS Early January - Early February, 2015 LANGUAGE ONLY $6,350 LANGUAGE AND CULTURE $6,850 ––---–––––––-––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

transcripts Students receive transcripts from Marist College for courses taken at BabiloniaItalian Language School. Marist College is a four-year, fully accredited U.S. college in Poughkeepsie, New York.

APPLICATION DEADLINE 8 weeks prior to program start date

Subject Offerings

PAYMENT DEADLINE 6 weeks prior to program start date ––---–––––––-––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Art History History Italian Cinema

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BABILONIA - Center for italian language and culture

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Taormina January Intersession Program

Italian Culture Italian Language Italian Literature

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excursions _________________________________________________ API students participate in different excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Italy outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Taormina programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

ITALY

with your program fee

TAORMINA

are included

multiple sites around sicily s pr i n g • fa ll Each semester API students participate on several excursions and cultural events in conjunction with Babilonia - Italian Language School. These visits may include some of the following sites: Agrigento, Caltagirone, Catania, Mt. Etna, Golle dell’ Alcantara, Isole Eolie, Laghi di Marinello. _________________________________________________

isole eolie

laghi di Marinello gole dell’alcantara agrigento

PALERMO

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caltagirone ragusa iblea

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Sicily’s capital and largest city, Palermo, sits on the north coast of a great arching bay. In the 9th and 10th centuries, it became the third great intellectual and artistic center of the civilized world, equal to Córdoba and Baghdad. Palermo now boasts unique Arabe-Norman art and architecture that attracts visitors from around the world. Cefalu, a small beach town and one of Palermo’s closest neighboring cities, offers great food and fabulous vistas! Western Sicily holds many majestic towns: Erice, Segesta, Marsala. It is also an area famous for its long stretches of sandy beaches with breathtaking views and soaring cliff facades. It is a vast and endless paradise for treasure seekers! _________________________________________________

RAGUSA IBLEA fa ll The magical Ragusa Iblea, where time seems stopped, is set on a wide limestone hill between two deep valleys, crossed by four successive bridges, is interesting for both its artistic and historical heritage. The towns were all rebuilt after 1693 on or beside towns existing at the time of the earthquake which took place in that year. They represent a considerable collective undertaking, successfully carried out at a high level of architectural and artistic achievement. Keeping within the late Baroque style of the day, the towns also depict distinctive innovations in town planning and urban building. Its late Baroque style is the enchanting frame of the Ibla Buskers Festivals during the first weeks of October.

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Diving In

TUSCANIA

Seizing the Moment in the Mediterranean AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF FORMER API tuscania STUDENT, Gabrielle Langmann - university of pittsburgh

my five-week study abroad experience

in tuscania, italy, last summer was deliciously punctuated

throughout with adventures

all over italy. With each trip, I learned something more about myself, whether it was through overcoming a challenge or by simply letting go and living completely in the present. One of my first and most memorable excursions was to Isola del Giglio, a small island off the coast of Tuscany. After meeting our Academic Programs International Resident Director, Irene, early on a Saturday morning, we set off for a gorgeous, sunny day on the island. During the afternoon, we caught a small boat for the tour around the island. I didn’t really know what to expect, and unfortunately my friends and I sat on the wrong side of the boat (facing the water and not the island). Nevertheless, the view of the island from the water was incredible. Giglio is twelve miles around, so we had quite a long ride. The operator spoke about specific sights in Italian, which Irene translated for us. They included some old folk stories as well as descriptions of the people who live in certain villas or on the surrounding islands. The island was speckled with colorful houses and buildings, and the water of the Mediterranean was the most perfect shade of blue, shimmering each time I carefully dipped a toe into it. Eventually the operator asked us if we’d like to take a swim. We all said yes, though I was initially very apprehensive. My swimming skill level is, well, a little less than average: I never made it past the “guppy” level during swim lessons, and I can count the number of times I’ve gone swimming in a sea or ocean on one hand. I wasn’t sure if I would be able to face my fears and dive in. The boat operator threw an anchor down where we were, where land was visible but pretty far away. Everyone else in my group jumped in, leaving me standing on the boat and staring into the sparkling blue water. With encouragement from my friends (and much deliberation on my part), I realized that I was being faced with an opportunity to accomplish one of my main goals for studying abroad in Italy. I chose to study abroad in part to try new things. As abstract as that sounds, I wanted to make sure I took advantage of every opportunity I would be given while abroad to step outside of my comfort zone. At that moment, the small boat was a complete manifestation of that comfort zone. Did I want to give up the opportunity to swim in the Mediterranean? Not a chance. So I took a deep breath, and slowly slid into the water. My first reflex was to grab hold back onto the boat. Everyone was worried and offered me a hand back into the boat, but I decided to get my bearings and swim. Smiling for pictures while treading water, I realized how happy I was to be completely present and living in the moment. I was so proud of myself afterwards for diving in, even though I was afraid at first. It was an incredible experience, maybe my favorite of the trip up to that point. I’m not sure how long we swam, but eventually we climbed back into the boat to finish the tour. As I wiped the sea salt from my eyebrows, I felt at peace knowing I had overcome a challenge during my time abroad, diving into the unknown and coming out on the other side more 130

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Population: 8,000 Experience authentic Italy at its best Be one of only a handful of foreigners in the town

truly experience Italian culture.” - Colleen B.

only 25 minutes away from the Mediterranean Sea Ancient city embracing modern culture and art

ITALY

Study within medieval town walls

of guidance and freedom to let me

TUSCANIA

Exceptional opportunities for cultural immersion

“API provided the perfect amount

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Tuscania is impressive in every corner, with its medieval walls and greenery all around. Everything is easily accessible on foot. One of my favorite places is the Rivellino Park with its panoramic views of the 2 oldest churches. It’s a perfect place to spend time relaxing, listening to music, with friends or reading a book!

- Matteo, API Tuscania Resident Director

an overview OF TUSCANIA

host universitY Lorenzo de’ Medici The Italian International Institute

CLASSES TAUGHT IN ITALIAN AND ENGLISH Housing HOST FAMILIES AND APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back tuscania

Past experiences HAVE includeD • Volunteering with the Rome Marathon and Race for the Cure tuscania resident direc tor / mat teo

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TUSCANIA

LDM TUSCANIA SEMESTER/YEAR PROGRAM Lorenzo de’ Medici - THE ITALIAN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE Classes taught in English and Italian • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (MARIST COLLEGE) Immersive setting • Service-learning options for credit

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-16 semester credits

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housing • Host family or apartment • Host families provide three meals per day Monday - Friday. • Students living in an apartment are provided with four meal tickets per week. • Laundry service is included. • All Tuscania housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Mid-May, 2015

$13,990

$26,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Students who wish to study for the academic year have the option of taking one semester in Tuscania and another at a different LdM site (Florence, Rome, or 3 Cities) for the same price as a regular year program. Contact the API office for details. ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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API students at Lorenzo de’ Medici - The Italian International Institute - Tuscania may choose a variety of courses in the fields of Italian language and culture, humanities, sciences, and studio arts. All students must take at least one Italian language course per semester. Italian language courses are taught at all levels (beginning through advanced), while most other courses are taught in English. Students take four to five courses and receive 12-16 credit hours per semester; most courses are equivalent to 3 credits. The program fee includes a maximum of 16 credits per semester session. Students may, however, take additional courses for credit for an additional fee per course. Students who choose intermediate level Italian or higher must complete a placement exam upon arrival to verify their level of proficiency. Students who do not meet the required proficiency level to complete an intermediate level or higher course are moved to the appropriate course. API recommends that students obtain pre-approval from their home university for courses that they plan on taking abroad. When obtaining pre-approval for course selections, students should refer to the Marist College course codes and titles, as these will appear on the transcript. STUDIO ART COURSES The class schedules on the API website indicate that many of the studio art courses involve two time blocks; students enrolled in those courses must attend both time blocks. Placement exams for studio arts courses are mandatory for any student wishing to register for a higher level than beginning. Studio art placement tests are administered during the first week of classes. Students are provided with the exact meeting time during orientation. COURSE MATERIALS & LAB FEES Many classes require that students purchase their own books and/or materials. The cost of materials varies depending on the type of course. While students may want to bring some basic, easily transportable materials (such as brushes or pastels) with them, most course materials should be purchased in Italy once classes start. By doing so, students can take the opportunity to speak directly with their instructors to make sure they buy exactly what is required for the course. Many studio arts, cuisine and wine appreciation courses require a lab fee that is paid by students upon arrival. In addition, several courses from different departments require that students pay for visits and field trips as noted in the course descriptions (on the website) for such courses. transcripts Students receive a transcript from Marist College for courses taken at LdM. Marist College is a four-year, fully accredited U.S. college in Poughkeepsie, New York.

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SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Anthropology Archaeology Art History Cinema Classical Studies Communications History Literature Music Sociology Theater Studies Writing

SCHOOL OF creative ARTS Culinary and Nutritional Arts Drawing Mixed Media Painting Photography SCHOOL OF italian language and culture Italian Language Italian Language and Culture

TUSCANIA

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Etruscan and Roman Civilizations Travel Writing The Food of Italy Greeks, Etruscans and Romans Masterpieces of Italian Literature

SERVICE-LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES API students have the opportunity to earn valuable credits through service-learning experiences with LdM in Tuscania! Students earn 3 credits for their service-learning project, which is counted toward their total academic load for the semester, and appear on the academic transcript along with a grade. Students are graded based on a weekly journal, a minimum of two papers, and an evaluation by their academic advisor/tutor at LdM. Options are listed on the API/LdM course schedules on the website, and will focus on placements in organizations engaged in socially meaningful tasks. These may include: • Working with women, children, elderly, disabled, and/or immigrants • Environmental projects Students should indicate their interest in the service-learning option upon application, and submit a résumé/C.V., essay, and portfolio. The essay should discuss the student’s reason for applying, expectations about the placement, and a detailed description of the duties in which the student would like to partake in. An on-site interview is required of all students. Placements are limited, so students are encouraged to apply early!

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excursions _________________________________________________

siena

arezzo

API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Italy outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Tuscania programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

ITALY

with your program fee

TUSCANIA

are included

amalfi coast: Pompeii, sorrento, capri s pr i n g • fa ll In the region of Campania, thousands of years of history and myth, exceptional natural beauty and vibrant, colorful towns coexist in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. _________________________________________________

arezzo

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Located in southeastern Tuscany, Arezzo sits atop a hill at the crossroads of four valleys: Val Tiberina, Casentino, Valdarno and Valdichiana. Each of these, comprising unique landscapes where natural beauty blends harmoniously with historic heritage and masterpieces of art. Nature and a thousand years of man’s labor come together to create a millenary masterpiece that never ceases to astonish and enchant. _________________________________________________

FLORENCE

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rome

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POLAND

KRAKÓW

Jagiellonian University of KrakÓw

WHY POLAND? • KRAKÓW is the cultural hub of Poland • Witness Poland’s early role in the European Union and see remnants of Poland’s communist past • Mid-sized city with abundance of cultural activities • Jagiellonian University is the second oldest in Central Europe ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “Kraków is by far one of my favorite cities in the world! It is rich in culture and there are tons of things to do, so there is absolutely no room for boredom.” - Kim N.

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CLASSES TAUGHT IN POLISH AND ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75

Housing student apartments

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

100% OF API POLAND STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Population: 770,000

“My Program Manager

A very walkable, Compact city center

was extremely helpful! She was able to answer

youthful and energetic vibe With a student population of 150,000

all of my questions and my parents comfortable

UNESCO World Heritage Site

with my traveling abroad

Close to the Tatra Mountains – great for hiking and skiing

with API!” - Alexis T.

POLAND

sold the program making

Kraków’s structures survived World war II virtually undamaged

KRAKÓW

a city of kings, popes, poets, Nobel and Oscar prize winners

´ siE w przekształciC

KRAKÓW [

Kraków is a very special place, you can either love it or…love

an overview OF KRAKÓW

it. In fact, I have never known a person who didn’t fall in love with Kraków at first sight. Some people say it’s like a trap. You come once and you want to come again and again.

- Piotr, API Kraków Resident Director

host universitY Jagiellonian University of KrakÓw CLASSES TAUGHT IN POLISH AND ENGLISH Housing STUDENT APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back kraków

Past experiences HAVE includeD • Teaching English to elementary school students KRAKÓW resident direc tor / PIOTR

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POLAND

KRAKÓW

Interdisciplinary Program in Humanities and Social Sciences Jagiellonian University of KrakÓw Classes taught in POLISH and English • Internship opportunities (not for credit) Transit pass included • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Students must be currently enrolled in a university • Open to freshmen (2nd semester), sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Statement of purpose • Course pre-registration form • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-18 credits API students in Kraków complete courses offered in English by the Jagiellonian University of Kraków’s Interdisciplinary Program in Humanities and Social Sciences (IPHSS). The curriculum of the IPHSS program is designed to encourage an exchange of ideas and experience. The program focuses on the most significant issues of modern philosophy, anthropology, history, literary theories, art history and psychology. The main emphasis is placed on the modern and interdisciplinary character of 20th century cultural phenomena.

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housing • Student apartments • Meals and laundry service not included • All Kraków housing includes internet access • Transit pass included ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 early start Mid-January - Late June, 2015

$11,300

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 February - Late June, 2015

$10,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 early start Mid-Sept. - Late December, 2015

$11,300

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late Sept. - Late December, 2015

$10,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 early start Mid-September, 2015 - Late June, 2016 $20,700 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late September, 2015 - Late June, 2016 $20,100 APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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Students select the majority of their classes from the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences and may ask for special permission to complete a course in another department of the university that offers courses in English. The IPHSS courses are generally attended by American and other international students. Most courses taught in the IPHSS are equivalent to three semester credits. Not all classes taught outside of the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences are equivalent to three semester credits. Fall Early Start, Spring Early Start, and Academic Year Early Start Programs include a two-week intensive Polish language course, during which students will be able to begin learning the language of their host culture. Students will earn up to 3 additional credits for this session. API students will indicate course choices on the application and then complete course registration upon arrival in Poland. When seeking approval for courses at their home university prior to departure, students should select courses only from the IPHSS course listings. The list of classes with Polish students that are taught in English is not released until after API students have arrived in Poland. As final course selection may vary from pre-approved courses, it is important for all students to take their advisor’s contact information with them to Kraków to ensure that the courses that they take in Kraków can successfully transfer back to their home university. transcripts API students receive their transcript from the Jagiellonian University of Kraków upon completion of their program.

POLAND

Art History Business Central European Studies Communications Computer Science Cultural Studies Film History Holocaust Studies International Relations Literature Marketing Management

Media Studies Philosophy Polish Language Polish History/Studies Political Science Psychology Religious Studies Sociology

KRAKÓW

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Anatomy and Dynamics of Prejudice Antisemitism after Auschwitz in Comparative Perspective The Holocaust and its Cultural Meaning Polish Gay Literature and Social Change Religion and Identity in Poland

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AT LOCAL MUSEUM There are limited internship opportunities in Kraków through the Galician Jewish Museum. If you are interested in working as a docent or with the museum’s marketing and communications department, please let your API Program Manager know as soon as possible. Internships are unpaid and do not award credit.

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You’re Studying Abroad in…Krakow?? POLAND

KRAKÓW

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––---------------------––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF FORMER API KRAKÓW STUDENT, Samantha Thomas - BATES COLLEGE ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––---------------------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

“I’M STUDYING ABROAD

next semester too!” “Oh where are you going? I’ll be in Italy and my brother is going to Spain!” “I’ll be studying in Kraków…Poland.”

student and ones that are more personal to myself. I’ll be able to stay in the country that many of my ancestors came from, travel to Slovakia to visit my family’s village, view the beautiful architecture of Vienna, and delve into the bohemian cultures of Budapest

“WHY??”

and much more. Kraków and Poland

That is a conversation that I have had one too many times about next semester’s

are unique and it is a place I want to

travel plans with classmates and family. I have family and friends studying abroad

get to know – through its people,

in popular places like Spain, Italy, Copenhagen, etc. but every time I tell someone

food, holidays, geography, religion

that I will be in Poland, I get weird looks and many questions about why I would

and music. To me, studying in Kraków

want to study in a place like that when there are so many other beautiful places in

will be such a unique experience

Europe that I could take advantage of. Well, to that, I tell them about how Kraków

because it’s different, it encompasses

is all that a student of history and an adventurer could hope for.

my own interests and the area of study

The city is very old and mostly survived WWII so it has the charm I am looking for along with the fantastic reputation of the university we will be attending. Being in Central Europe will allow me the opportunity to visit different locations and experience unique opportunities that other students may not have in other cities.

which I enjoy most. My advice: even if what you’re looking for in a study abroad program is a bit off the beaten path, embrace it and make it

Yes, someday I hope to visit Rome, Paris, Barcelona, and more, but being on the

your own because what you

other side of Europe will allow me to travel to more ‘unusual’ places for the abroad

get out of it will be worth it.

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excursions _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Poland outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Kraków programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

POLAND

with your program fee

KRAKÓW

are included

budapest, hungary INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION fa ll Budapest is Hungary’s capital and largest city. Hungary joined the European Union in 2004, but its capital retains an Eastern mystique, with twisted old streets lined with beautiful architecture. Many tourists believe Budapest to be one of the hidden treasures of Europe. _________________________________________________

DÚnajec Canyon

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The raft trip down the Dúnajec river through the Pieniny Gorge and along the Polish-Slovak border is one of Poland’s greatest tourist attractions. _________________________________________________

O´swiecim (Auschwitz)

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api excursion site

s pr i n g • fa ll This was the site of the largest Nazi concentration camp. The Martyrdom Museum, included on the list of the UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites, was established in 1947 and provides visitors with the history and personal testimonies of the survivors of the camp. _________________________________________________

Pr ague, Czech republic INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g Prague is and has been one of the most beautiful European cities since the Middle Ages. Because the city stayed relatively untouched by the wars of the 20th century, much of its historic architecture remains. _________________________________________________

Wieliczk a Salt Mine s pr i n g • fa ll The Wieliczka Salt Mine is over 700 years-old and has been listed as a UNESCO monument since 1978. The floors, walls, chandeliers and banisters are all carved from salt. _________________________________________________

Z akopane

s pr i n g • fa ll

Zakopane is a cozy village embedded in the Tatras, the highest mountain range of the Carpathians. This quaint town attracts over a million tourists a year, and is famous for its “góralski” (highland) culture and way of life. 141

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LISBON UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS DARTMOUTH UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF LISBON (ISCTE) NEW UNIVERSITY OF LISBON (NOVA)

WHY PORTUGAL? • Lisbon is Europe’s “Coolest City” according to CNN • European City of the Year - 2012 • Vibrant arts and music scene • Great food and nightlife • Breathtaking natural beauty • One of the most affordable and safest cities in Europe ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “Lisbon has so much to offer to those who are willing to DISCOVER. portugal’s impact on world affairs over the past 600 years or so is something we don’t get enough exposure to in the u.s.” - Jeramy J.

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G.P.A. 2.75

Housing student APARTMENTS

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

Population: 474,700

“Some people spend their entire lives reading

TAKE COURSES IN ENGLISH AND PORTUGUESE FROM U.S. INSTITUTION AND TOP LISBON UNIVERSITIES

but never get beyond reading the words on the page, they don’t understand that the words are merely stepping stones placed

OLD WORLD TRADITION AND CHARM

they’re there is so that we can reach the farther shore, it’s the other side that matters.”

close to the beach

- JosÉ Saramago, Portuguese writer

PORTUGAL

ONE OF THE MOST AFFORDABLE AND UNDISCOVERED OF EUROPE’S GREAT CAPITALS

LISBON

across a fast-flowing river, and the reason

Transforma-te em

LISBON

LISBON is the kind of place where you can easily get lost. The kind of lost that anyone likes and everyone needs. In Lisbon you

an overview OF LISBON

won’t only feel the true essence of Portugal in the air, but it’s also the place where you will be transformed into a true portuguese while listening to Fado as background music (our national music

host universitIES university of massachusetts, dartmouth

genre), and tasting the best food in the World, you will fall in love

university institute of lisbon (iscte)

with this city and really understand why you chose it as the place

new university of lisbon (Nova)

to live part of your life! - Marta, LISBON RESIDENT DIRECTOR

CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH AND PORTUGUESE

yourself. After walking through its charming mazed-like streets,

Housing STUDENT APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

LISBON resident direc tor / MARTA

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UMASS IN LISBON INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & HUMANITIES PROGRAM UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS DARTMOUTH, iscte AND nova Classes taught in English AND PORTUGUESE • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (UMASS DARTMOUTH)

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Students must be currently enrolled in a university • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 credits

UMASS SYSTEM STUDENTS:

Apply directly through your respective UMASS International Programs Office (Amherst, Boston, Dartmouth, Lowell)

UMass, Dartmouth and API have come together to offer this successful program to the wider U.S. study abroad community. The UMass in Lisbon/API Center offers several courses focusing on Portuguese and European studies ,in English each semester. Additionally, students will have the option to take international business courses from The University Institute of Lisbon (ISCTE), and Portuguese language courses from The New University of Lisbon (NOVA).

ALL OTHER STUDENTS:

• Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

This program consists of two tracks - a Liberal Arts and Humanities Track and an International Business Track. Depending on which track a student chooses, a different combination of courses will be available.

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housing • Student apartments • Meals and laundry service not included • All Lisbon housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees

LIBERAL ARTS AND HUMANITIES TRACK • Students who select this track will take 3 REQUIRED courses taught by UMass, Dartmouth, focusing on Portuguese and European history and culture. These courses are conducted in English. • Students are then REQUIRED to take 1 Portuguese language course (offered at partner university, NOVA). • Alternatively, in addition to the 3 required UMass Dartmouth courses, students may take the required Portuguese language course AND one elective from ISCTE. The ISCTE courses are conducted in English.

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 25, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS TRACK • Students who select this track will take 2 REQUIRED courses taught by UMass, Dartmouth, focusing on Portuguese and European history and culture. These courses are conducted in English. • Students may then choose to take up to 3 courses from ISCTE (conducted in English), or a combination of 2 courses from ISCTE and either a Portuguese language course (from NOVA) or a third UMass Dartmouth course.

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Early Sept. - Mid-December, 2015

NOTE: UMass, Dartmouth students must receive approval from their home university in order to take more than 4 classes or 12 semester credits.

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Late May, 2015

$13,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early September, 2015 - Late May, 2016 $26,960 APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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The UMass in Lisbon program, sponsored by the UMass, Dartmouth Center for Portuguese Studies with support from the Luso-American Foundation, was created to offer American students the opportunity to spend a semester or year in the vibrant capital city of Lisbon learning about the vast Portuguese-speaking world and the European Union.

transcripts API students receive their transcript from the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth upon completion of their program. The University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth is a four-year, fully-accredited U.S. university located in Dartmouth, Massachusetts.

PORTUGAL

Subject Offerings Economics History Management Marketing Politics Portuguese Language Beginning through Advanced

“My parents also appreciated how organized API

LISBON

A UNIVERSITY o f M a ss ach use t t s da r t m o u t h init i at i v e in l isbo n in Co n j u n c t i o n w it h API

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Maritime History of the Atlantic World Race, Ethnicity and Nation in the Portuguese-Speaking World Environmental and Natural Resource

was, such as with the payments and providing

Economics

them with information about the program.”

Portuguese History and Culture

- Kristen M.

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excursions are included

guimarães

with your program fee API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Portgual outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Lisbon programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions.

coimbra nazare

Alentejo • Évora Cromeleque Almendras Monsaraz • Mértola fa ll

The massive Batalha Monastery was erected to commemorate the Battle of Aljubarrota (1385), which secured Portuguese independence from Castile and created the political conditions for the Age of Discoveries. Conímbriga is the bestpreserved large Roman settlement in Portugal, which includes stunning mosaics, baths and villas. Tomar, founded by the Knights Templar, is one of Portugal’s historic jewels. Coimbra is best known for its medieval university. _________________________________________________

Frontier Mountain Castles & Ancient Border Towns s pr i n g Students visit Idanha-a-Velha, one of Portugal’s oldest towns, with layers of history: a Romanbuilt bridge; vestiges of Roman roads; a Knights Templar tower and the first Visigothic cathedral built in the Iberian Peninsula. Then, the excursion visits Monsanto, an ancient mountain-top fortress, and Castelo de Vide. The last stop is Elvas, an important strategic fortification during Portugal’s struggle for independence from Spain (1640-1668). _________________________________________________

Mafra Palace s pr i n g King Jõao V paid for the enormous baroque and neoclassical place and monastery at Mafra, with colonial Brazilian gold, in the eighteenthcentury; construction took more than thirty years and, at its peak, the project employed up to 45,000 workers.

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Rising from the Alentejo plains, the walled city of Évora, with its aqueduct, Roman temple, medieval streets, and rich churches, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Cromeleque Almendras, a megalithic site that dates back to the 6th century B.C., is the largest such structure in the Iberian Peninsula. Monsaraz, a hilltop fortress town, has a castle with magical views and a house once used by the Inquisition. Mértola, an ancient river port town, has multiple layers of history, including Roman buildings and the only church in Portugal known to have been built originally as a mosque. _________________________________________________

Batalha • ConÍmbriga Tomar • Coimbra fa ll

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Mértola

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Obidos • AlcObaça • Nazaré fa ll Wander the charming medieval streets of Óbidos, a beautifully preserved fortified town and castle north of Lisbon. Afterward, tour the exceptional Alcobaça Monastery, founded in 1153 by the first Portuguese king, Afonso Henriques. One of the most important medieval monasteries in Portugal, it is a UNESCO World Heritage site. An afternoon stop at the historic, picturesque fishing village of Nazaré, with its beaches, world-class surfing, enchanting legends, and cliff-top shrine, completes this excursion. __________________________________________________________________________

Porto • Guimarães Douro River Valley

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Travel north by coach to Guimarães, Portugal’s first capital -- known as the “cradle of the nation” -- to tour the medieval city center. Proceed to Porto, Portugal’s second city, a center of commerce and industry, but also of regional food and culture. Then, students explore the terraced vineyards of the Douro River Valley and take a boat trip on the Douro River before returning to Lisbon. __________________________________________________________________________

SINTRA fa ll Following a short train ride from Lisbon, students tour the magnificent National Palace of Sintra, the best preserved medieval Royal Palace in Portugal. __________________________________________________________________________

Vila Fresca de Azeitão s pr i n g Tour the gardens and Renaissance-era manor house of the Quinta da Bacalhôa, an exceptional sixteenth-century aristocratic estate known for its tiles and wines. Sample the famous local Azeitão cheese at lunch; then learn how Portuguese tiles (azulejos) are made at the São Simão Factory.

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My favorite thing about visiting

the “Old Country” is exactly how old it really is.

It is not too unusual back home to find a building older than I am. Also, it is not so strange to find a building older then my parents; my dad is barely over fifty. All of these common forms of measure were completely thrown out the window when I arrived in Ireland. Here, someone would say that a castle was a “young” castle when

the Royal Mile. These were the things that every person went to see, yet there was so much more outside of these two larger attractions. The city seemed to call out to me with each new hidden secret I found.

it is only 400 years old. That is older than my entire country! And that is a young

“Congratulations! You found the

castle! For some of my friends here this has caused a strange existential crisis as they

birthplace

try to wrap their heads around that fact. For me it just fills me with a sense of wonder.

Achievement unlocked.” Edinburgh

This sense of wonder only grew when I traveled to Edinburgh, Scotland, in the UK. Here, not only did most of the buildings predate my country, but some even predated the discovery of the American continents by Columbus. There were organized and advanced governments here long before even the Viking settlers sailed across the Atlantic to land in Newfoundland. I have always felt a good trip should start with a firm sense of wonder in the place you are traveling to. Visiting Edinburgh was certainly a good trip. Edinburgh was, in ancient times, built on a single ridge that ran the length of the city. The main street is The Royal Mile, a single road that stretches the entire length of the ridge. From this road, the city spread out. The sides of the ridge are steep and fall away rapidly, so a building that on street level could be only five or six stories could, at the bottom, be as tall as twelve stories. Also, the buildings are packed together like sardines. This made exploring the city a fascinating adventure. Down the myriad of small alleyways you never know what might be found. Down one such alleyway, called a close, I found a small garden. The high buildings surrounding it almost completely blocked out the sounds of traffic, so it felt like I had stumbled back in time 500 years. Small shrubs and larger bushes hid the city walls, furthering the illusion. Had I wandered upon this garden by myself, I would have stopped immediately to enjoy a book, maybe with some tea. It was pure luck that I found this place at all; the city is full of such hidden surprises.

SCOTLAND

AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF former API LIMERICK STUDENT, Jesse Detzler - washington state university

Sir

Arthur

Doyle.

is a city that has seen many authors and creators throughout its history. One of my favorites, J.K. Rowling, spent a lot of time here. This lead to another exciting scavenger hunt. I was able to find the Elephant House, where she wrote the first of the Harry Potter books. It was also fun looking around the city and seeing the places that could have been an inspiration for that universe. One other part of Edinburgh that makes it an amazing trip is the spectacular views. From the castle you can see a truly panoramic view of almost the entire city. Far hills and the distant sea draw your eye as you play “I Spy” with the various buildings and landmarks that are around. Even more fun is trying to find the buildings you saw from up

The city on the hill felt almost like a video game to me. Certainly there are the

high once you return to ground level.

main plot points, the castle and palace, respectively on the high and low ends of

Overall, this city is one my favorites that I have visited. It is a historical city,

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with many new things to learn and important places to visit. And more fun than visiting the castle and the royal palace is exploring the rest of the city. From finding a store that sells authentic kilts to matching the houses of long gone authors to their respective graves, the cit y offers a wide range of fun challenges and hidden areas to explore. This is sounding more and more like a video game review. 147

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EDINBURGH Heriot-Watt University

STIRLING UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING

WHY SCOTLAND? • Year-round sporting and cultural activities • EDINBURGH is a very cosmopolitan city surrounded by a dramatic landscape of mountains, valleys and lochs • stirling is the ancient capital of Scotland and home to William Wallace ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “I thought API was a well-organized program that allowed us to fully experience the culture and country. We had lots of information and resources available to us. We were housed in a great location and it was nice to have excursions throughout the semester already planned.” - Samantha S.

THE BASICS

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G.P.A. 3.0

Housing student dorms • apartments

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

100% OF API SCOTLAND STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Population: 470,000 Compact city center and very walkable World famous festivals

by the hospitality and the friendliness

cosmopolitan city surrounded by a dramatic landscape of mountains, valleys and lochs

- Kathryn D.

SCOTLAND

of the scottish people!”

EDINBURGH

year-round sporting and cultural activity including comedy, theater, literature, film, dance, music, rugby internationals, football, ice hockey and tennis

“I was very impressed

TRANSFORM YOURSELF IN

EDINBURGH I love EDINBURGH because of its cobble-stoned streets, the magnificent castle sitting on an extinct volcano, the Edinburgh Festival and Tattoo, The Royal Mile, the contrast of the Medieval Old Town and the Georgian New Town. But best of all, the city’s deepest secret, the warren of streets under the Old Town that have remained frozen in time since the 17th century. Edinburgh is unmistakably the home of Harry Potter!

- REBECCA, EDINBURGH RESIDENT DIRECTOR

an overview OF EDINBURGH

host universitY Heriot-Watt University CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Housing STUDENT DORMS G.P.A. 3.0 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

EDINBURGH resident direc tor / REBECCA

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EDINBURGH

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM Heriot-Watt University

Classes taught in English • GREAT LOCATION FOR S.T.E.M. AND BUSINESS STUDENTS

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Copy of passport • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 15 credits

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housing • Student dorms • All students have a private bedroom • Meals and laundry service not included • All Edinburgh housing includes internet access • Between term housing included for academic year students ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Late May, 2015

$16,800

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - Late December, 2015 $16,800 APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Late May, 2016 $32,600 APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

API students in Edinburgh enroll in courses with Scottish and other international students at Heriot-Watt University - one of the leading academic institutions in Scotland. Heriot-Watt specializes in a variety of science and engineering subjects, but is also a leader in subjects such as brewing and distilling, business, fashion, design, and textiles. Credit Information Courses at Heriot-Watt University are assigned credit based on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF). Students take 60 SCQF credits (or approximately 15 U.S. credits) per semester. Courses are normally worth 15 SCQF credits (3.75 U.S.), meaning that students would normally take 4 courses in each semester and earn up to 15 U.S. semester credits. Course Information Students are allowed to choose courses from the first, second and third year classes. Not all courses are offered every semester or every year. The course selection may vary, and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may have prerequisites, and some courses may require additional fees for labs, equipment, etc. Registration takes place upon arrival; however, we recommend that (after consulting the API website for course listings), students have 6-8 courses approved by their home university prior to departure, in order to allow for scheduling conflicts and the potential for certain classes to be unavailable. Students can visit the API website for the complete course listings by semester and use these course listings when completing the course preregistration form (available in the student’s @api account) for the API application. Course times, course descriptions and the semester in which a course is offered are subject to change and no course is guaranteed. transcripts API students receive their transcript from Heriot-Watt University upon completion of their program.

“The on-site program was quite good. I enjoyed all of the cultural events and excursions. These events would even cheer me up quite a bit if I was feeling sad and missing home, they reminded me how amazing and wonderful Scotland was.” - Silver S.

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BUSINESS

liberal arts

Accounting Business Management Economics Finance

Intercultural Studies Languages

Engineering and architecture Architectural Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil and Structural Engineering Construction Management and Surveying Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering Engineering Mechanical Engineering Urban Studies

science Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics Applied Psychology Biology Brewing and Distilling Computer Science Food Science Marine Science Mathematics Physics

EDINBURGH

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Artificial Intelligence and Intelligence Agents Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy International Property Market Analysis Nutrition, Health, and Metabolism Microbial Pathology Introduction to Deaf History and Culture Brewing and Distilling

HERIOT-WATT

HIGHLIGHTS Heriot-Watt was recently named the “Scottish University of the Year” for 2012 & 2013. Heriot-Watt also honored as having the “Scottish Student Union of the Year.” The National Student Survey (2012) named Heriot-Watt the #1 university in Scotland. 13th ranked university in the UK (2nd in Scotland) - The Guardian, 2013. Top 5 programs in the UK (1st in Scotland) for Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, and Chemical Engineering - The Guardian, 2013. 151

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EDINBURGH

excursions are included with your program fee

The Highlands

_________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Scotland outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Edinburgh programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Glasgow

Saint Andrews

Stirling Glasgow

EDINBURGH

Scottish Borders

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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and is home to an outstanding variety of museums, galleries and performance venues. _________________________________________________

LONDON, ENGLAND

ENGLAND

fa ll

London is the largest city in Europe and has so much to offer. The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s, the houses of Parliament and Big Ben are all famous sites students can visit. _________________________________________________

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Saint Andrews is a stunning medieval city and home to the oldest university in Scotland where Prince William and Kate Middleton studied and met. _________________________________________________

scottish borders

s pr i n g

Covering about 1800 square miles, the valleys and forests of the Scottish Borders are beautiful. The visit will include plenty of amazing scenery and castles, abbeys and stately homes. _________________________________________________

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS s pr i n g Steeped in history and legend, the Highlands of Scotland are one of the last pristine regions of Europe. This is a land of high mountains, breathtaking islands, spectacular glens and deep, mysterious lochs. There is nature and wildlife to enjoy, imposing castles to explore and tales of folklore, heroes and legends to savor. _________________________________________________

STIRLING

s pr i n g • fa ll

Stirling is the ancient capital of Scotland, laying at the heart of the nation’s history and linked to two of its best known heroes, William Wallace and Robert the Bruce. Occupying a strategic position in the cultural heartland of Scotland, it is surrounded by glorious countryside and yet under an hour away from both Edinburgh and Glasgow. The cobblestoned streets of the Old Town wind upwards towards the Castle, set on a craggy outcrop 250 feet above the surrounding landscape. Past activities have included, Stirling Castle or the Wallace Monument.

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Population: 40,000 OVER 300 SUBJECT AREAS TO CHOOSE FROM

“I had the best experience of my life

TOP RATED RESEARCH DEPARTMENTS

coming here! Thank you so much API for making my time here so special. You made

CAMPUS HAS ITS OWN LOCH AND CASTLE

me feel welcome and comfortable in

SMALL TOWN WITH LARGE STUDENT POPULATION Amazing SPORTS FACILITIES

this program, I have made memories and friendships that will last me a lifetime!”

- Emily P.

SCOTLAND

a new, unfamiliar country. Because of

STIRLING

CENTRAL LOCATION BETWEEN EDINBURGH, GLASGOW, AND HIGHLANDS

VIBRANT NIGHTLIFE

TRANSFORM YOURSELF IN

STIRLING

I love that STIRLING is the best of both worlds! A perfect historic compact city to explore on foot, history and culture meets buzzing young student city, surrounded with breathtaking countryside. There are even woodlands and a loch on campus! And yet it is less than an hour to the big cities of Glasgow and Edinburgh with all the museums, galleries and nightlife they have to offer!

- REBECCA, API STIRLING Resident Director

an overview OF STIRLING

host universitY University OF STIRLING CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Housing STUDENT dorms and APARTMENTS G.P.A. 3.0 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

STIRLING resident direc tor / REBECCA

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STIRLING

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM University of Stirling

Classes taught in English • SCOTLAND’S UNIVERSITY OF SPORTING EXCELLENCE

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Copy of passport • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 15 semester credits

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housing • Apartments or dormitories • All students have a private bedroom • Meals and laundry service not included • All Stirling housing includes internet access • Between term housing included for academic year students ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees

API students in Stirling enroll in courses with Scottish and other international students at the University of Stirling - one of the most popular universities in Scotland. The university offers courses across five major areas, including health and well-being, culture and society, environment, enterprise and the economy, and sport. Credit Information Courses at the University of Stirling are assigned credit based on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF). One Stirling course module is equivalent to 20 SCQF credits. This is equivalent to approximately 5 U.S. credits (in systems with a 30 credit academic year). Three Stirling modules (60 SCQF credits or 15 U.S. credits) is considered a full semester load and 6 course modules (120 SCQF credits or 30 U.S. credits) is considered a full year load. academic level Each course at the University of Stirling is assigned an SCQF level ranging from 8-10. Level 8 courses are generally first-year courses, level 9 are normally second-year courses which require some background knowledge, and level 10 courses are usually third and fourth-year courses which are at an advanced level and require considerable background in this subject area. Please note that students who are not first-year students at their home university are not permitted to register for more than one level 8 module because of limited availability of spaces on first-year modules.

$15,600

course information The first 3 characters of the code indicate the department, and the second three the course module itself. Where a code ends in “1” or “2”, the module is generally offered in semester one or two of the Stirling degree program (first/freshman year courses); “3” or “4” indicates semester three or semester four of the degree program (second/junior year course) . If the code ends in a letter, the module is almost always available only to students in semesters 5-8 (junior/senior year) of the degree program who have a strong academic background in the subject.

APPLICATION DEADLINE March 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early February - Late May, 2015

$15,600

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 1, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE October 15, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - December, 2015

ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Late May 2016 $29,600 APPLICATION DEADLINE March 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

Registration takes place upon arrival; however, we recommend that (after consulting the API website for course listings), students have 6-8 courses approved by their home university prior to departure, in order to allow for scheduling conflicts and the potential for certain classes to be unavailable. Students can visit the API website for the complete course listings by semester and use these course listings when completing the course preregistration form (available in the student’s @api account) for the API application. Course times, course descriptions and the semester in which a course is offered are subject to change and no course is guaranteed. transcripts API students receive their transcripts from the University of Stirling upon completion of their program.

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Accounting Aquatic Sciences Biological Sciences Brewing and Distillery Business Studies Computer Science Criminology Economics Education English Studies Environmental Science Film and Media Finance French Geography Global Cinema and Culture History Human Resources Management

Journalism Studies Law Management Marketing Mathematics Nursing Philosophy Politics Psychology Religious Studies Sociology Social Policy Spanish and Latin American Studies Sports Studies

STIRLING

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Science of Diving The Evolution of Sex Public and Non-Profit Sector Management Language and the Brain Global Environmental Issues Environmental Remote Sensing Sport, the Media, and Popular Culture Leisure Management The Politics of Gender and Sexuality Religion and Postcolonialism Punishment and Society Psychology of Sport

UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING

HIGHLIGHTS • 11,000+ students • 100+ nationalities represented • 23% students from overseas • Ranked #1 in Scotland and #8 in the UK in The Times Higher Education 100 Under 50 table, which ranks the world’s best 100 universities under 50 years old • Scottish University of the Year 2009/2010 • Best Student Living Experience in the UK

Rankings in Scotland #1 in Communications & Media • #1 in Education #1 in Sport • #2 in Social Work • #2 in Computer Science #2 in Social Policy • #3 in Sociology (The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian University Guide, Complete University Guide)

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STIRLING

excursions are included with your program fee

The Highlands

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Glasgow

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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and is home to an outstanding variety of museums, galleries and performance venues. _________________________________________________

LONDON, ENGLAND

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Saint Andrews is a stunning medieval city and home to the oldest university in Scotland where Prince William and Kate Middleton studied and met. _________________________________________________

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Edinburgh

Scottish Borders

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Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city. The skyline is dominated by the impressive Edinburgh Castle, perched on an extinct volcano and occupied since the 9th century BC. Edinburgh’s streets are steeped in history and are home to the Scottish Parliament, The Palace of Holyrood House, the Royal Mile, the Royal Yacht Britannia and Arthur’s Seat. Edinburgh has a thriving cultural scene and you can also visit The Elephant House coffee shop where J.K. Rowling wrote the early Harry Potter books! Just outside Edinburgh is the enigmatic 15th century Rosslyn Chapel, of Da Vinci Code fame, where practically every surface of the chapel is covered with stone carvings of figures and scenes. _________________________________________________

Glasgow

Saint Andrews

STIRLING

ENGLAND

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London

BARCELONA

granada

SALAMANCA

POMPEU FABRA UNIVERSITY • UNIVERSITY Autònoma OF BARCELONA • UNIVERSITY OF BARCELONA

UNIVERSITY OF granada

University of SALAMANCA

madrid

seville

Antonio de Nebrija University Complutense University Suffolk University Francisco de Vitoria University

Pablo de Olavide University University of Seville

BILBAO University of the Basque Country • University of Deusto

CÁDIZ University of CÁDIZ

SPAIN

WHY SPAIN? • Gaudí architecture and Catalonian culture in Barcelona • BILBAO has one of Europe’s fastest growing arts scenes • Beautiful beaches and colonial flavor in Cádiz • Arabic influence and architecture in Granada • Cosmopolitan atmosphere and great museums in Madrid • Salamanca is home to one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe • World-famous flamenco and cultural events in Seville _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ “THE CULTURAL EVENTS WERE INCREDIBLE AND MADE ME FEEL LIKE I WAS REALLY LIVING THE LIFE OF A NATIVE AND IMMERSING MYSELF IN THE CULTURE. I LEARNED MORE FROM EACH EVENT THAn I HAVE LEARNED FROM ALL OF MY CULTURE AND HISTORY CLASSES AT MY HOME UNIVERSITY. IT all MADE ME FEEL CONNECTED AND APPRECIATE ALL ASPECTS OF LIFE IN SPAIN.” - MEGHAN T.

THE BASICS CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0

Housing residencias • HOMESTAYS Apartments with OTHER API STUDENTS

TERMS SEMESTER • QUARTER ACADEMIC YEAR • INTENSIVE MONTH JANUARY TERM

97%

OF API SPAIN STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

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Population: 1,600,000 LOCATED ON THE Mediterranean Sea

“It has been the best four months of my life.

Catalan Language AND Culture

I’ve met some incredible people, learned so

Diverse Cultures SPAIN

BARCELONA

Gaudí Architecture

Close to Other European Countries Cosmopolitan City

many new things, and travelled to so many new places. I wouldn’t trade this opportunity for the world.” - Alyson M.

Fabulous Art and MuseumS

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BARCELONA There are so many wonderful ways to spend a day in BarcelonA! Riding the bike to the beach, having a paella in the Barceloneta area, window shopping in the Born area, having dinner in a trendy restaurant in Gracia area and going to Tibidabo to enjoy the incredible views of Barcelona.

- Marta, API Barcelona Resident Director

an overview of BARCELONA

host universitIES UNIVERSITY Autònoma OF BARCELONA UNIVERSITY OF BARCELONA POMPEU FABRA UNIVERSITY CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH Housing local host families, dorms and student apartments G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back barcelona

BARCELONA resident directors / irene, marta, Mireia & Arnau

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Past experiences HAVE includeD • Working at children’s hospitals and animal shelters • Volunteering for the Special Olympics • Volunteering at schools as language assistants

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Pompeu Fabra University

Classes taught in Spanish and English • INTERNATIONAL excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Intermediate, advanced and superior-level students only • Open to juniors and seniors only • Intermediate level students must have completed 2-3 semesters of college level Spanish or the equivalent for admission • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Passport photo (electronic copy) • Copy of passport • Certificate of credit transfer • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-225 contact hours • 12-15 semester credits The Hispanic and European Studies Program provides intermediate through superior-level Spanish speakers the opportunity to take a variety of courses in Spanish or English at one of the most prestigious universities in Barcelona. The language course is equivalent to 6 credits, whereas elective courses are typically equivalent to 3 credits. Courses are taken with other international students. Students are welcome to complete up to 15 credits per semester and can add additional courses for an extra fee. Students must have completed 2-3 semesters of college-level Spanish or have the equivalent linguistic competency for admission. Students complete a placement exam upon arrival and are placed into a Spanish course based on the results of that exam. Students who complete their applications by the priority deadline will be registered for classes and assigned API housing first. As such, students applying early have a better chance of getting their desired courses and first choice housing assignment.

housing

transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Pompeu Fabra University upon completion of their program.

• Student apartments, local host families and residence halls*

Subject Offerings

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*Additional fees apply for Barcelona residence halls

• Host family housing includes 2 meals per day and laundry service • For all other housing, meals and laundry service are not included • All Barcelona housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Late March, 2015

$12,500

PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE Oct. 1, 2014 STANDARD APPLICATION DEADLINE Oct. 10, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014

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$12,500

ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Late March, 2016

$23,500

PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 STANDARD APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015

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BARCELONA

Hispanic and European Studies Program

Art History Barcelona City History Catalan Language Catalan Literature Communications European Union Geography of Spain

International Relations Mediterranean Studies Political Science Social Sciences Spanish Culture Spanish Language

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Prejudice, Stereotypes, and Cultural Misunderstandings in Spain Barcelona: the Rise of a Design City Between Tolerance and Conflict: Jews, Christians, and Muslims in the Iberian Peninsula Self-Determination and Secession: a European View 159

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INTEGRATED STUDIES Program Pompeu Fabra University

Classes taught in SPANISH and english • direct enroll in some classes with Spaniards • INTERNATIONAL excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Advanced and superior-level students only • Open to juniors and seniors only • Completed API application • University contact information form • Two letters of recommendation • Official transcript • Passport photo (electronic copy) • Copy of passport • Certificate of credit transfer • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-225 contact hours • 12-15 semester credits

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housing • Student apartments, local host families and residence halls* *Additional fees apply for Barcelona residence halls

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Late March, 2015

$12,500

PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE Oct. 1, 2014 STANDARD APPLICATION DEADLINE Oct. 10, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014

$12,500

ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Late March, 2016

$23,500

PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 STANDARD APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015

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The Integrated Studies Program provides advanced and superior-level Spanish speakers with the option to take advanced language courses, as well as a wide variety of course offerings in other disciplines. The language course is equivalent to 6 credits, whereas elective courses are typically equivalent to 3 credits and may be offered in Spanish and/or English. Many courses with other international students are available, but all students must select at least one course with Spaniards. Students are welcome to complete up to 15 credits per semester and can add additional courses for an extra fee. Students must have completed at least one upper-division course of collegelevel Spanish or have the equivalent linguistic competency for admission. Students complete a placement exam upon arrival and are placed into a Spanish course based on the results of that exam. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Pompeu Fabra University upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Art History Barcelona City History Business Administration Catalan Language Catalan Literature Communications Computer Science Economics

European Union Geography of Spain Hispanic Poetry History Humanities International Relations Law Mediterranean Studies

Natural Sciences Political Science Social Sciences Spanish Culture Spanish Language Spanish Literature Spanish Music and Dance Translation

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Social Movements and the Contemporary World: USA, Europe, and Spain Catalan Language and Culture Communication and the Society of Risk: Terrorism, Environmental Crises and New Global Challenges International Journalism Mobile Communications

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University autònoma of Barcelona

Classes taught in Spanish and English • INTERNATIONAL excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Passport photo (electronic copy) • Copy of passport • Certificate of credit transfer • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12 semester credits

BARCELONA

International studies program

This program is designed for students who wish to complete elective courses primarily in English in, combination with Spanish language. Spanish language is offered at all levels at the UAB. All students will complete an online Spanish language placement test to determine their Spanish level. Based on a student’s language level, the number of elective courses in English will vary. Any student may choose to add extra elective courses for an additional fee. Almost all elective courses are conducted in English and are upper-division courses. UAB language levels correspond to the European Common Framework.

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housing • Student apartments, local host families and residence halls*

Option 1: Spanish Language & Electives (for all Spanish levels) Students testing in the A1, A2 or B1.1 levels (the equivalent to beginning and low intermediate levels, according to the European Common Framework) will be required to complete a minimum of 3 credit hours of Spanish. Alternately, students at any of these three lower levels may choose to complete a 6-credit Spanish course. Students testing into the B1.2 level or higher are not required to complete any Spanish language courses, though it is highly recommended. Students at the B1.2 level or higher who elect to complete Spanish will complete the equivalent of 90 hours of language study. Students selecting this track will complete two electives in English if they complete a 6-credit hour Spanish course and three electives in English if they complete a 3-credit hour Spanish course.

*Additional fees apply for Barcelona residence halls

Option 2: Electives only (for Spanish levels B1.2 & higher only) Students who test in the B1.2 level or higher on the online UAB Spanish placement test are eligible to select four elective courses in English, in lieu of completing any Spanish language courses.

• Host family housing includes 2 meals per day and laundry service • For all other housing, meals and laundry service are not included • All Barcelona housing includes internet access

Students may split their studies between two campuses: the Sant Pau campus and Eixample campus. The Eixample campus is located within a 30-minute walk or 15-minute metro ride of the Sant Pau campus, and a 5-minute walk from the Plaza Catalunya. The Sant Pau campus is located in the Eixample neighborhood of Barcelona. Here students study in a fabulous, renovated UNESCO World Heritage building. The Sant Pau campus is a 20-25 minute metro ride from the Plaza Catalunya. Coursework at the Eixample campus can be combined with coursework at Sant Pau Campus.

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Dates and Fees

transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University Autònoma of Barcelona upon completion of their program.

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Mid-April, 2015

Subject Offerings

$11,980

PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE Oct. 1, 2014 STANDARD APPLICATION DEADLINE Oct. 10, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014

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Art History Development Studies Digital Photography Economics Finance

Energy and Climate International Business International Relations Management Marketing

Political Science Spanish Culture Spanish Language Spanish Literature Urban Studies

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late August - December, 2015

$11,980

ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late August, 2015 - May, 2016

$22,600

PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 STANDARD APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015

UNIQUE courses OFFERED IN this program

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Inequality, Poverty, and Globalization

Urban Interventions, Graffiti & Public Sculpture: The Case of Barcelona Cultures Without a State: The Case of Catalonia 161

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BARCELONA

LANGUAGE AND CULTURE Program UNIVERSITY OF BARCELONA

Classes taught in SPANISH • INTERNATIONAL excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to all levels • Open to beginning, intermediate, advanced and superior-level Spanish speakers • Beginning level students must have completed at least one semester of college level Spanish or the equivalent • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Copy of passport • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 190-200 contact hours • 12 semester credits

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housing • Student apartments, local host families and residence halls* *Additional fees apply for Barcelona residence halls

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Late May, 2015

$11,990

$22,400

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Students participating in the Language and Culture Program complete one Spanish language class that meets for a total of 9 hours per week (110 hours each semester). Students then choose an additional 4 culture courses (for 6 semester credits). Any combination of 4 culture courses per level, per term will earn the student 6 semester credits. UB language levels correspond to the European Common Framework. Intermediate, advanced, and superior level Spanish speakers who participate in an academic year program and complete 2 culture courses (for 90 contact hours each) and an additional section of a culture course per term (or 45 contact hours) during the year will receive the Diploma de Estudios Hispánicos. Course content for the spring semester will be different/more advanced than in the fall semester, and students do not repeat material. Students who complete their applications by the priority deadline will be registered for classes and assigned API housing first. As such, students applying early have a better chance of getting their desired courses and first choice housing assignment. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Barcelona upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Catalan Language Economics Social Science Spanish Art History Spanish Cinema

Spanish History Spanish Language Spanish Literature

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Catalan Language and Culture Spanish Geography Women in Spanish Literature History of Spanish Modern and Contemporary Art

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this weekend my friends and i

hopped on a plane

BARCELONA

AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF FORMER API SEVILLE STUDENT, Megan Cotterman - grove city college

to barcelona.

It’s funny how nonchalantly I can say that now. In the U.S., taking a plane anywhere was a big deal for me, but now it has become a very common occurrence. However, all these weekend destinations are anything but common. Every weekend, I am experiencing a new place and I am constantly reminded of how big and different the world is. One thing that has caught my attention is the great diversity of Spain and the uniqueness of each city. Barcelona felt like a whole new country and that’s how they like it. They speak their own language, proudly display their Catalan flag, and sell t-shirts and souvenirs that say “Keep Calm Catalonia is not Spain.” They are fiercely independent and want you to know that. Barcelona was much more international than other Spanish cities, pretty much everyone was trilingual (Catalan, Spanish, and English). Walking down the street, we heard lots of different languages. We met people from all over the world. Standing in line for a cable car ride, we met a sweet Russian family. My friends and I neglected to bring umbrellas and of course it started raining. It is a common rule that if you forget your umbrella, it will rain, but if you bring it, it will be clear skies. Anyway, my friends and I were getting wet from the rain, so these sweet Russian women pulled us under their umbrella and wrapped her extra scarf around my neck. We couldn’t communicate a word with them, as they only spoke Russian and we only spoke English, but we were so thankful for their generosity and shared many smiles and laughs with them as we waited in the long line for the cable car. We even took a picture with them! It is moments like that when I realize how big and diverse the world is, but people are still people and you can communicate a lot without ever talking. The architecture in Barcelona was also very different from the rest of Spain. We visited Park Guell, La Sagrada Familia, and the Casa Batlló on the Block of Discord. All these places were designed by Gaudí. You can find his influence all over the city from his use of curvy lines to his bright colored mosaic tiles. His work was the beginning of modernism and his style and influence can be recognized all over Barcelona. The highlights of the trip for me were the food market, La Boqueria, and the

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artesian market lining the famous La Rambla street. We walked into the food market for the first time (we went back three times because it was so good!) and all our senses were immediately engaged. The fruit was vibrant and ripe, the fish was fresh and smelly, and the market was loud with merchants shouting the prices of their goods. I bought some fresh strawberries and pineapple and some fresh mango juice. It was the perfect snack! Fresh food markets are definitely going to be in the top ten list of things I miss about Europe and studying abroad. 163

THESE AMAZING

are included

SPAIN

BARCELONA

excursions with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Spain outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Barcelona programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

COSTA BRAVA

BARCELONA Poblet and Calçotada Costa Daurada

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Costa Brava means ‘Rugged Coast’ – with outcrops of the Pyrenees forming wild sea-cliffs. Secluded coves hide between the unkempt rocks, where tenacious pines cover the slopes right down to the mouth of the Mediterranean and sweeping sandy beaches provide a retreat. _________________________________________________

COSTA DOURADA

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With almost 60 miles of golden sandy beaches, la Costa Dourada is one of Spain’s favorite holiday destinations. _________________________________________________

Gr anada

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Granada is one of the most enchanting cities in Spain. With more than 1,000 years of recorded history, Granada enjoys one of Spain’s most important cultural and architectural patrimonies. _________________________________________________

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This is arguably one of Spain’s richest regions both in historical, architectural and gastronomical terms. Walled medieval towns such as Montblanc still retain their original cobbled feel, and the land is dotted with numerous small villages. 164

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Montserrat is regarded by many Catalans as the most important spiritual and cultural center of Catalonia. The 14th century Benedictine Monastery is where the monks worship Catalonia’s Patron Saint, the black Madonna of Montserrat. As one travels up the mountains, one has a chance to admire the breathtaking views from the Shrine located 2100 feet above sea level. _________________________________________________

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ROME, ITALY INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g With an almost uninterrupted history as an important center of power for more than two millennia, Rome is as close to eternal as it gets. Today, it remains the seat of the Italian government and the world’s biggest open air museum. _________________________________________________

SEVILLE and Cádiz s pr i n g Seville, capital of the Andalucía region of southern Spain, is an unique example where history, tradition and modernity merge in an incomparable city. To explore the city’s narrow streets and smell the orange blossoms in Spring while mingling with people at a cafe is definitely an unforgettable experience. Cádiz boasts over 3000 years of history and is one of the oldest cities in Europe. A walk around the city center is a joy to the senses with the sea, the streets, the Cathedral dome and the colorful houses along the coast.

Population: 400,000 one of Europe’s fastest growing art scenes

“I had been looking into traveling

The spectacular Guggenheim Museum

abroad with API, but once I talked to my API Program manager, my decision was

classes with students from all over Europe Excellent Basque cuisine

- Natasha P.

surfing at Beautiful nearby beaches

SPAIN

me find a program that fit my needs.”

BILBAO

made. She went out of her way to help

Richness of Basque history and culture

TRANSFORMarse en

BILBAO

I love BILBAO because it’s a city surrounded by mountains and near the beach. I love the green of the Basque Country. I also like what the city is becoming: modern, new, alive, full of art and a center for tourism (but not too much so).

- Andrea, API Bilbao Resident Director

an overview OF BILBAO

host universitIES University of the Basque Country University of Deusto CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH Housing local host families G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back bilbao

Past experiences HAVE includeD • Working at a local food bank BILBAO resident direc tor / ANDREA

• Volunteering with children’s center • Reforestation projects

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business, international relations and spanish language Program University of deusto Classes taught in SPANISH and English • Internship opportunities for credit • International excursion Tandem partner language exchange program • Guggenheim card: free museum admission

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open Spanish speakers of all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-225 contact hours • 12-15 U.S. semester credits This program is designed for business, marketing, and sociology majors and minors, as well as students with an interest in international relations, who want to complete courses in their major while studying abroad in Spain. Students choose five courses in such disciplines as Spanish language, business, international relations, or economics. Each student’s Spanish level is based on a placement exam administered upon arrival by the University of Deusto. Students can take up to 15 credits per semester and can add additional courses for an extra fee.

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housing • Local host families • Host family housing includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • All Bilbao housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Mid-May, 2015

$14,400

$13,900

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2014 Late August 2015 - Mid-May, 2016

courses with spanish students Students have the opportunity to enroll in up to 2 classes per semester with Spanish students. These classes are taught in Spanish and English. Students at all levels can enroll in classes with Spaniards that are taught in English as long as students meet the course prerequisites. However, API students must place into Spanish III or higher to be eligible to enroll in classes with Spaniards that are taught in Spanish. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Deusto upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Accounting Anthropology Basque Culture and Language Business Spanish Computer Science Economics Ethics

EU Economy Gender Studies Geography International Law International Relations Literature Marketing Psychology

Religious Studies Service Learning Social Sciences Spanish Language Tourism

$26,880

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Ethical Challenges in a Global World Personality Psychology Political Philosophy Analysis of Tourism and Leisure Demand International Protection of Human Rights Political and Economic Integration of the EU 166

SPanish Language and Culture Program SPAIN

BILBAO

University of deusto Classes taught in SPANISH and English • Internship opportunities for credit • International excursion Tandem partner language exchange program • Guggenheim card: free museum admission

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-225 contact hours • 12-15 semester credits Classes in this program are designed for international students who want to increase their Spanish language proficiency in an immersive setting, while still having the option to take cultural courses. A student’s Spanish level is determined by a placement exam administered upon arrival by the University of Deusto. Students can take up to 15 credits per semester and can add additional courses for an extra fee.

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Mid-May, 2015

$13,880

$13,480

courses with spanish students Students have the opportunity to enroll in up to two classes per semester with Spanish students. These classes are taught in Spanish and English. Students at all levels can enroll in classes with Spaniards that are taught in English as long as students meet the course prerequisites. However, API students must place into level Spanish III or higher in order to be eligible to enroll in classes with Spaniards that are taught in Spanish. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Deusto upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Accounting Anthropology Basque Culture and Language Business Spanish Computer Science Ethics EU Economy Gender Studies Geography International Law

International Relations Literature Macroeconomics Marketing Psychology Religious Studies Service Learning Social Sciences Spanish Language Tourism

$25,800

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Service Learning: Social Participation and Development Interaction and Multimedia Cultural Studies Globalization, Citizenship, and Intercultural Skills Multiculturalism and Intercultural Dialogue 167

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BILBAO

additional options for programs at the university of deusto

Deusto Tandem Program

Intercultural Exchange with SPANISH StudentS API students at Deusto have the opportunity to participate in the Tandem Program, which facilitates intercultural exchange by matching full-time Spanish students with recently arrived study abroad students. It is a program with mutual benefits! The local Spanish students are eager to spend time with their API conversation partner and show them around Bilbao, and the API students are encouraged to integrate with local students and learn more about Spanish life, both inside and out of the university setting! ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Business Internship 4 credits

The University of Deusto offers advanced-level semester and academic year students with a background in areas such as business, international relations, economics, or public relations who wish to experience a work environment related to their professional interests the opportunity to participate in the Business Internship. The goal of the Business Internship is to complement the student’s academic background with an active participation in a work setting. Students are expected to gain professional self-awareness through observation, participation and analysis of professional activities, and through the interaction with colleagues in a work environment related to their field. A supervisor assists the student in the practicum setting. At the end of the internship program, the supervisor evaluates the quality of the student’s work during the semester by completing and evaluation form. At the University, CIDE faculty guide the students throughout the internship program. Meetings with academic supervisors at the University occur on a regular basis. Students spend a maximum of 10 hours per week at the work placement. Students must apply for the internship at the time of application for their study abroad program at the University of Deusto. They are required to sign an agreement form with the basic information regarding the internships, and to send a current CV, together with a statement of intent (in Spanish). Participants must be at the advanced-level. CIDE attempts to guarantee placement for all applicants. Previous work experience and professional interests are taken into account for placements. Placements depend on availability. An additional fee of $400 applies for this option. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

EDUCATION Internship 4 credits

This internship is intended for students who wish to double-major in Spanish and Education at their home university and who are registered for Spanish III or have a higher equivalent level of Spanish language proficiency. The internship focuses on the observation of Spanish or English language classes (approximately 1 hour per week), and on the active participation of students as teachers in classes of English as a Foreign Language (about 3-5 hours per week) in primary or secondary schools (public or private). Academic meetings at the University of Deusto will be held on a regular basis (approximately 15 hours over the course of the term), and a supervisor assists the students in the internship setting. Through these activities, selected readings, and written assignments, students will acquire useful skills for their future career as teachers. Students need to apply for the internship when they submit their application for their study abroad program. They are required to sign an agreement form with the basic information regarding the internships, together with a statement of intent and some information related to their background in education and classroom observation. An additional fee of $400 applies for this option. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Spanish Through Gastronomy 3 credits

The main goal of the course is to improve students’ communicative and cultural competence in Spanish. Meal times and the development of personal and professional relations around meals are very important aspects of the Spanish culture. Students will become familiar with Spanish food culture by focusing on vocabulary and grammar structures pertaining to the topic, as well as on habits and traditions in different regions in Spain. They will also get to know the process of cooking some of the most typical dishes of Spanish cuisine and, particularly, of Basque cuisine (tortilla de patata, paella, natillas…). An additional fee of $215 applies for this option. 168

Studio Arts Program SPAIN

BILBAO

University of the basque country

Classes taught in SPANISH • International excursion • Guggenheim card: free museum admission

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Studio art majors/minors • Minimum 2 semesters of Spanish or equivalent • Open to intermediate, advanced and superior level Spanish speakers • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-270 contact hours • 12-18 semester credits Designed for art majors/minors, this program offers a dynamic opportunity to practice and participate in studio arts classes with students from Spain, as well as students from across Europe and the world. Students are required to have taken two semesters of college level Spanish. Some courses of study may require a higher working knowledge of Spanish. Students attend classes at the Facultad de Bellas Artes (Department of Fine Arts) at the Universidad del País Vasco, Campus de Leioa (the University of the Basque Country, Leioa Campus).

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Late-May, 2015

$11,280

$10,800

$20,500

Due to the hands-on nature of the studio courses, there is minimal time spent in a lecture setting. Most classes are taught in Spanish (Castilian). Some courses are taught in Basque and students are discouraged from taking those classes. API strongly encourages students to take classes with professors who speak some English, and are provided guidelines post-acceptance. Most courses are equivalent to 3-6 semester credits each, though the amount of credit depends on the course. INTENSIVE LANGUAGE OPTION Students who want to refresh their Spanish skills before starting their classes in Bilbao can add an intensive two weeks or month of Spanish language study in Salamanca for 3-6 semester credits. There are also opportunities to study Basque language. Contact the API office for more information about these options. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of the Basque Country upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Ceramics Comic Illustration Conservation Drawing Graphic Design History of Design

Illustration Mythology & Iconography Painting Photography Restoration Sculpture

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Comic Illustration of Texts Preventive Conservation Education and Mediation in Art Interactive Art and Interfaces Mythology and Iconography 169

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are included

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BILBAO

excursions Southern France

with your program fee

London, England

BILBAO

_________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Spain outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Bilbao programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

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Gernika/ Urdaibai Rioja Alavesa

s pr i n g • fa ll

Gernika is home to the ‘Tree of Gernika,’ a large oak tree that became symbolic of the traditional rights of the Basque people. Picasso’s famous painting that has become an international symbol against war is named ‘Guernica’ after the atrocities that occurred here. _________________________________________________

LONDON, ENGLAND INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g London is the largest city in Western Europe. The Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the houses of Parliament and Big Ben are some of the famous sites which students can visit. London is a magical city with plenty to offer any visitor. _________________________________________________

MADRID

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Spain’s capital blends the modern with an important cultural and artistic heritage. Three of the most important art galleries in the world (the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museums) are all located in the center of Madrid. _________________________________________________

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api excursion site

Santander

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Santander is an elegant city that extends over a wide bay with views of the Cantabrian Sea. Its historic quarter is situated against an incredible natural backdrop of sea and mountains. _________________________________________________

One of the great cultural and intellectual centers of the world, Paris is felt by many to be the heart, soul, and imagination of France. Paris is full of amazing museums, architecture, music, fashion and beauty. Innumerable monuments built to reflect the glory of France and its rulers stand testament to the city’s rich history. _________________________________________________

southern fr ance

rioja alavesa

Toledo

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One of Spain’s legendary wine making regions, the region of La Rioja is home to some of the world’s best and most exclusive red wines. Laguardia, a gateway to the region, is a walled village that has not change much since the 13th century. _________________________________________________

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San Sebastián was founded in 1180 and is one of the Basque country’s most beautiful towns. It has been a favorite vacation spot since the late 1800s.

INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g Biarritz is in the south-western corner of France, close to the border with Spain. Biarritz has a strong reputation as a surfing capital of Europe due to its fine sandy beach in the center of town. _________________________________________________

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urdaibai

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The Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve is located in Bizkaia’s Busturialdea region. Its cliffs, beaches and inland woods and rivers accommodate one of the most diverse environments in the region.

Population: 160,000 “I had an amazing experience

Hidden jewel of spain

with API. My group, my family

few American students miles of some of the cleanest beaches in Europe

my expectations. I am really

Unique combination of a very open port city with one of the oldest civilizations in Europe (Andalusia)

that I did.” - Allaina K.

SPAIN

happy I chose the program

CÁDIZ

arabic and environmental studies

and the university all exceeded

TRANSFORMarse en

CÁDIZ an overview OF cádiz

“I love CÁDIZ because this is the only city I have lived where I can go everywhere with my own two feet!”

- Carmen, API Cádiz Resident Director

host universitY University OF cádiz CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH Housing local host families G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back cádiz

CÁDIZ resident direc tor / CARMEN

The API Cádiz Gives Back projects are some of the most compelling and environmentally-focused in our portfolio. Students work on salt marsh and seagrass habitat preservation, reforestation campaigns, and natural landmark restoration, among other opportunities.

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integrated studies with spaniards program University of CÁdiz

Classes taught in SPANISH and English • COURSES WITH SPANIARDS • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Students must have completed at least one upper division course of college-level Spanish or have the equivalent linguistic competency for admission. • An oral interview is conducted prior to acceptance to determine Spanish language proficiency • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-285 contact HRS. • 12-19 semester credits

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Dates and Fees $12,500

$11,400

$21,800

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transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Cádiz upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Arabic Studies Economics Environmental Science*

History Humanities Marine Science*

*Courses may be available in these areas, subject to enrollment.

• Local host families • Includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • Between term housing included for academic year students • All Cádiz housing includes internet access

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Mid-January - Late June, 2015

The Integrated Studies with Spaniards Program is a great opportunity for the motivated, advanced Spanish speaker who wants to take courses in Spanish with local students. Students complete an intensive Spanish language course at the start of the semester and earn 45-90 contact hours (amount of hours available based on enrollment). Students then select their 3-4 courses from the many classes offered by the University of Cádiz.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Arabic and Islamic History and Culture Moral and Political Philosophy Greek Theater Environmental Toxicology and Public Health Conservation of Marine Life

additional options for programs at the university of CÁDIZ

SPAIN

CÁDIZ

Environmental Studies at the University of Cádiz API GIVES BACK PROJECT - CáDIZ

The API Gives Back Project in Cádiz is unique among other API programs in that the volunteer options are directly related to the academic focus of the Ciencias del Mar and Ciencias Ambientales departments. These courses are held at the Puerto Real Campus of the University of Cádiz (10 km or 20-30 minute bus ride from the city center), and participants are able to contribute their time throughout their term abroad. PROJECT #1: “MONTE MEDITERRÁNEO” Reforestation Campaign The goals of the Monte Mediterráneo Community are to contribute to projects aimed at reforestation soil/erosion management. PROJECT #2: FAMAR - Community of Seagrass Habitats in the Bay of Cádiz This on-going project is through FAMAR in the Botanical Garden of San Fernando, the “Seagrass Habitats Workshop”. The workshop is led by the members of the Investigation Team of Aquatic Ecosystems of the University of Cádiz. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

arabic Studies at the University of Cádiz Located at the midpoint of Spain’s Costa de la Luz, right across the Strait of Gibraltar from Morocco, Cádiz is the perfect place to study Arabic language, linguistics and literature. Following is a sample of the courses offered at the University of Cádiz in Arabic Studies: Civilización de Al-Andalus a Través de sus Textos (SPRING) Literatura Árabe Norteafricana Moderna (FALL) Courses subject to minimum enrollment: Conversación en Árabe Moderno (SPRING) Textos Literarios Árabs Antiguos (SPRING) Fuentes Histórico - Geográficas Árabes (FALL) Textos Paleográficos Árabes del Magreb y Al-Ándalus (FALL)

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excursions SPAIN

CÁDIZ

are included with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Spain outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Cádiz programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

El Escorial s pr i n g • fa ll The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo del Escorial was constructed between 1563-1584 and built in the purest 16th century Renaissance style. It is a royal palace, a monastery, school and houses the private library of Philip II. _________________________________________________

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tarifa

Situated on the southern tip of Spain, and famous for its rock and monkeys, Gibraltar is a small, British Overseas Territory located 9 miles from the coast of Morocco. _________________________________________________

gibraltar

morocco

Gr anada s pr i n g • fa ll

api program site

api excursion site

Lisbon, Portugal INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION spring Lisbon boasts as grand a cultural and historical heritage as many other European cities, but also has an earthier side that sets it apart. _________________________________________________

MADRID s pr i n g • fa ll Spain’s capital blends the modern with an important cultural and artistic heritage. Three of the most important art galleries in the world (the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museums) are all located in the center of Madrid. _________________________________________________

Tar ifa s pr i n g Reaching out into the sea, the southernmost point in Europe and the closest point to Africa, Tarifa is one of the most renowned coastal towns in southern Spain, and a mecca for windsurfers. Besides its numerous prehistoric remains (such as the paintings in the Moro Cave and the necropolis at Los Algarbes), Phoenician and Roman remains dot the site as well. ______________________________________________________________________________

Population: 250,000 HOME TO The Alhambra: the pearl of Andalusia Mid-sized town; easy to get to know

“THE API DIRECTORS IN GRANADA

Heavy Moorish influence

ARE WONDERFUL PEOPLE. THEY

THE STUDENTS.” - KATHLEEN K.

Visits to the “cuevas” for Flamenco

SPAIN

THE WAYS THAT THEY WORK WITH

University town

GRANADA

ENJOY THEIR JOBS AND IT SHOWS IN

Close to mountains and beach

located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains

TRANSFORMarse en

GRANADA If I only had one day to take a newcomer around granada, I would spend the morning at the Alhambra, getting there by foot from Plaza Nueva through Cuesta de Gomérez. Then, in the evening, after some tapas and a siesta, we would walk to Paseo de los Tristes, through the Albaicín, and then to the Sacromonte, along Verea Baja, to the cave bar “los Faroles” for more tapas! - Carmen, API GRANADA Resident Director

an overview OF GRANADA

host universitY University OF GRANADA CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH Housing local host families, residenciAs and student apartments G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • QUARTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back granada

Past experiences HAVE includeD

gr anada resident direc tor / carmen

• Serving as teaching assistants in local primary and secondary schools • Working with people experiencing social exclusion (immigrants, people with disabilities, young people)

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Hispanic Studies Program University of Granada

Classes taught in SPANISH • Internships available for credit • INTERNATIONAL excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Designed for high advanced and superior level Spanish speakers only • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS early start semester 260-305 contact hours • 17-20 semester credits semester 180-225 contact hours • 12-15 semester credits

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Late May, 2015

$10,380

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 EARLY START Late August - Late December, 2015

$11,800

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late September - Late December, 2015

$10,100

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 EARLY START Late August 2015 - Late May, 2016 $20,500 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late August 2015 - Late May, 2016

$18,980

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Designed for students who wish to acquire a deeper knowledge of Spanish language and culture, the Hispanic Studies program allows students to take an advanced Spanish language course along with several elective courses in Spanish. Students must have completed a minimum of five semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent. Elective courses are conducted at an upper-division (300-400) level. Semester credit hours earned vary based on the number of courses taken and passed. Students complete 4 or 5 classes per semester. Additional courses can be taken for an extra fee. Spring and year students have the option of taking 1-2 courses with Spaniards for an additional fee. Students completing and passing the required courses for the entire academic year receive a Diploma de Estudios Hispánicos. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Granada upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Art of Flamenco Business Spanish Ecology/Environment of Spain European Union Internship Jewish Culture in Spain

Islamic Culture in Spain Latin American Culture Latin American Economy Spanish Art History Spanish Culture

Spanish Geography Spanish History Spanish Language Spanish Literature Spanish Politics Translation Women in Spanish Literature

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Business Spanish The Diversity of Spanish in the World The Image of Women in Spanish Literature Spain’s Evolving Social and Demographic Landscapes Current Socio-Political Topics in Spain The Art of Flamenco in Society and Culture

SPAIN

University of granada

GRANADA

Intensive Language Program

Classes taught in SPANISH • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 200-300 contact hours • 13-20 semester credits The Intensive Language Program is designed for beginning, intermediate, advanced and superior level students who want to quickly advance their Spanish skills over the course of one semester. There are no cultural electives offered within this program; students instead complete a series of intensive Spanish language courses. Students can expect to advance their Spanish a minimum of two levels during the semester. Each student’s language level is determined by a placement exam administered upon arrival by the University of Granada.

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housing • Student apartments, local host families and student residencias • All housing includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • All Granada housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees $9,980

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 EXTENDED PROGRAM Late January - Late May, 2015 $11,800 APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– $11,800

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late September - Late December, 2015

ACADEMIC YEAR - OPT. 1 2015-2016 Late Sept. 2015 - Late May, 2016 ACADEMIC YEAR - OPT. 2 2015-2016 Late August 2015 - Late March, 2016 ACADEMIC YEAR - OPT. 2 2015-2016 Late Sept. 2015 - Late March, 2016

transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Granada upon completion of their program.

$9,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR - OPT. 1 2015-2016 Late August 2015 - Late May, 2016

OPTION 2 Academic year students may choose to pursue two consecutive terms of intensive language study. In this option, students would take the fall semester, and return with a 3-week intensive language program in January, followed by a winter/ spring term through March. Though the program would end sooner than the regular spring semester, students would still earn the same amount of credit. Housing in Granada between the fall and January terms is not included in the program cost.

EARLY START

$20,580 $21,880

SPRING SPRING EXTENDED FALL early start FALL

220 300 280 200

SEMESTER CREDITS

FALL SEMESTER 2015 EARLY START Late August - Late December, 2015

academic year options OPTION 1 Most academic year students ultimately choose to complete one semester of the Intensive Language Program and one semester the Spanish Language and Culture program OR the Hispanic Studies Program. Students who elect for this option will have a different program end date than the spring Intensive Language Program students (consult the API website or your Program Manager). As classes are not scheduled in January, students are free to travel or return home for the holidays. Housing in Granada during this period is not included in the program cost.

CONTACT HOURS

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Late April, 2015

The fall semester early start and academic year early start programs include an intensive month, in September, comprising 80 contact hours of Spanish language. The month of May is included for Spring extended program students, also comprising 80 contact hours of Spanish language.

14 20 18 13

YEAR OPTION 1 early start

460-505

30-33

YEAR OPTION 1

380-425

25-28

$19,680

YEAR OPTION 2 early start

500

$21,180

YEAR

420

EARLY START

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Spanish Language and Culture Program University of GRANADA

Classes taught in SPANISH and english • Internships available for credit • INTERNATIONAL excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS early start semester 260-305 contact hours • 17-20 semester credits semester 180-225 contact hours • 12-15 semester credits This program is ideal for students who would like to improve their writing and grammar skills, while also taking culture courses in addition to their language studies. The program offers culture classes in English and Spanish.

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housing • Student apartments, local host families and student residencias • All students have a private bedroom • All housing includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • All Granada housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Late May, 2015

$10,380

$11,980 $9,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 EARLY START Late August 2015 - Late May, 2016 $21,380 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late August 2015 - Late May, 2016

$19,380

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All students take a Spanish language placement exam upon arrival and are placed into the appropriate language level based on the results of this exam. Students may choose to take some classes in English. In order to take electives taught in Spanish, students must place into the high intermediate or low advanced level. Usually students with 2-3 semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent place into the high intermediate level (European Framework level B1.2). Students with 3-4 semesters of college-level Spanish usually place into the low advanced level (European Framework level B2.1). High advanced students (5 or more semesters of Spanish; European Framework level B2.2) are encouraged to apply for the Hispanic Studies program. The elective courses are taught at an upperdivision (300+) level. Additional courses may be taken for an additional fee. Students who have completed the Language and Culture program during the fall and then moved on to the Hispanic Studies program during the spring can opt to receive the Diploma de Estudios Hispánicos so long as they take 5 courses each term. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Granada upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Arab World and the West Flamenco Islamic Culture in Spain

Latin American Culture Latin American Economy Spanish Art History

Spanish Geography Spanish History Spanish Language Spanish Literature Spanish Politics

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Writers from Granada Traditional and Popular Music in Spanish Society The Arab World and the West: Past and Future Islamic Culture in Spain Spanish and Latin American Economies

additional options for programs at the university of GRANADA

SPAIN

GRANADA

Early Start Options for Fall and Academic Year Students Students who want to refresh their Spanish skills before starting their classes can participate in the fall and academic year early start programs, which include an intensive month of study in September comprising 80 contact hours of Spanish language instruction. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

January Course Options for Academic Year Students As classes are offered, but not required, in January, academic year students are free to travel or return home for the holidays. Housing in Granada during this period is not included in the program cost, although it can be arranged for an additional fee if students would like to stay. There is no additional charge for the optional January course itself as long as year students take no more than a total of 10 classes over the fall, January, and spring terms (or no more than 5 courses between one semester and January). Students participating in the January term may choose one of the following courses: Writers from Granada (3) • Spanish Phonetics (3) • Traditional and Popular Music in Spanish Society (3) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Internship Option for Fall and Spring Students 3 credits

The Internship Program for Foreign Students (PPEE) is designed for university students and professionals interested in broadening their studies through professional internships across a wide range of institutions, including local businesses, NGOs, and educational institutions. These internships consist of field work, a group seminar, individual interviews with an internship tutor, and a written project and presentation at the end of the term. Students generally need to be at a high intermediate to low advanced level of Spanish proficiency in order to participate in these internships.

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are included

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GRANADA

excursions with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Spain outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Granada programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Cádiz

s pr i n g*

Cádiz boasts over 3000 years of history and is one of the oldest cities in Europe. A walk around the city is a joy to the senses with the sea, the Cathedral dome and the colorful houses along the coast. _________________________________________________

El Escorial

GRANADA

s pr i n g • fa ll

The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo del Escorial was constructed between 1563-1584. It is a royal palace, a monastery, school and houses the private library of Philip II. _________________________________________________

Las Alpujarr as

s pr i n g

This region of mountain villages lies on the southern flanks of the Sierra Nevada mountains with breathtaking valleys and gorges that run down towards the Mediterranean coast. _________________________________________________

MADRID

Morocco

api program site

api excursion site

s pr i n g • fa ll

Morocco**

fa ll INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION

Morocco has a unique cultural, historical, ethnic, and geographical richness. Visitors to this fascinating African country can enjoy a range of great attractions: Morocco’s medinas, or old districts, are magical places to explore. _________________________________________________

PARIS, FRANCE**

fa ll INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION

One of the great cultural and intellectual centers of the world, Paris is believed to be the heart, soul, and imagination of France. Paris is full of amazing museums, architecture, music, fashion and beauty. _________________________________________________

ROME, ITALY

s pr i n g INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION

With an almost uninterrupted history as an important center of power for more than two millennia, Rome is as close to eternal as it gets. Today, it remains the seat of the Italian government and the world’s biggest open air museum.

San José/Cabo De Gata Natur al Park fa ll Southeastern Andalusia boasts of some of Spain’s most beautiful beaches. Students explore the Cabo de Gata-Nijar Natural Park, based in the town of San José. The park covers approximately 60 km of coastline, accompanied by cliffs of awesome grandeur. _______________________________________________________________________________

SEVILLE fa ll Seville, capital of the Andalusian region of southern Spain, is an unique example where history, tradition and modernity merge in an incomparable city. To explore the city’s narrow streets and smell the orange blossoms in Spring while mingling with people at a cafe is definitely an unforgettable experience. _______________________________________________________________________________

Toledo s pr i n g • fa ll Toledo was declared ‘City of Mankind’s Heritage’ by UNESCO in 1986. Known as the “City of the Three Cultures,” it served as a hub for Jews, Moors and Christians and has today become a symbol of religious tolerance _______________________________________________________________________________ *During the spring term the Cádiz excursion is only available for students in the Hispanic Studies, Language & Culture, and Intensive Language (Extended) programs. The Cádiz excursion is not included for regular start spring Intensive Language students or for academic year students pursuing the spring program ending in March. **Fall students will get to participate in one of two possible international excursions.

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Population: 3,250,000 Spain’s capital since 1561 diverse and Cosmopolitan city

world famous Prado Museum

country much less stressful.” - Patricia S.

SPAIN

Students from all over the world

also professional and take their jobs seriously. they communicated with us well and made living in a foreign

MADRID

Wonderful array of Spanish cities in 3 hours or less

“Quique and Maria are great! I could not have hoped for better staff. they are easy to get along with, but

lively and happening city

TRANSFORMarse en

MADRID an overview If I only had one day to take a newcomer around MADRID, I would take them to the Prado Museum first. Then, stop by a market and pick up some lunch to enjoy in Retiro Park. We would finish up the day touring the Royal Palace!

- QUIQUE, API MADRID Resident Director

OF MADRID

host Universities Antonio de Nebrija University Complutense University of Madrid Francisco de vitoria university Suffolk University CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH Housing local host families, residenciAs and student apartments G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • QUARTER ACADEMIC YEAR January term

api gives back madrid

madrid resident direc tors / quique and marIa angeles

Past experiences HAVE includeD • Providing activities and support to communities with Autism and Down Syndrome • Volunteering at local soup kitchens

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Integrated Studies with Spaniards Program ANTONIO DE NEBRIJA University

Classes taught in SPANISH AND ENGLISH • transit pass (berzosa campus) • INTERNATIONAL excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A.

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-21 semester credits

• Open to advanced and superior level Spanish speakers • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

Advanced/superior level students may take up to 5 courses with Spaniards. Students should pay careful attention to which campus courses are taught at when making their course selections, as this could affect scheduling and availability. Students can only choose classes from one area of study, at only one campus (no mixing programs or campuses). Campus Dehesa de la Villa is within the city of Madrid, while Campus de Berzosa in on the outskirts of Madrid.

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housing • Student apartments, local host families and student residencia • Host family and residencia housing includes 2-3 meals per day and laundry service • For student apartments, meals and laundry service are not included • All Madrid housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 EARLY START Early January - Mid-June, 2015 $16,880 SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Mid-June, 2015 $14,880 APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 EARLY START Late August - Mid-December, 2015

$14,880

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September, 2015 - Early Feb., 2016 $13,880 APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 EARLY START Late August, 2015 - Mid-June,2016 $29,880 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Mid-June, 2016 $28,980 APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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The fall semester begins with an intensive two-week Spanish language course for 3 semester credits. The spring early start semester begins with an optional* intensive four-week Spanish language course for 6 credits. Students then choose four additional classes for a total of 15-18 semester credits for the fall term or 12-21 semester credits for the spring term. *Optional only for levels B2 and higher. Students that take the placement test before arrival (conducted by Antonio de Nebrija University) and are placed in levels below B2 are required to take the intensive, early start programs. transcripts API students receive a transcript from Antonio de Nebrija University upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Advertising Architecture Art History Communications Engineering Finance Fine Arts

Graphic Design History International Relations Journalism Law Literature Macroeconomics

Marketing Microeconomics Negotiation Photography Political Science Production Translation

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Theory and Techniques of Public Relations Cinematography Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics Communication and Emotional Intelligence Communication Theory Information Law

Spanish Language, Business and Humanities Program SPAIN

MADRID

ANTONIO DE NEBRIJA University

Classes taught in Spanish and English • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-21 semester credits This program offers classes taught in English in both business and humanities, as well as Spanish language courses at all levels. Students who have completed more advanced Spanish courses can choose from a wide variety of classes focusing on Spanish culture and civilization that are taught in Spanish. A placement exam determines the language level of each student. Students can choose courses taught in Spanish from within their language level as well as courses from within the “Courses In English” category.

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housing • Student apartments, local host families and student residencias • All housing includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • All Madrid housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 EARLY START Early January - Late May, 2015

$14,980

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Late May, 2015

$13,980

$14,480

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - Mid-December, 2015

$13,680

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2014 EARLY START Late August, 2015 - Late May, 2016 $26,380 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015- Late May, 2016

The fall semester begins with an intensive two-week Spanish language course for 3 semester credits. The spring early start semester begins with an intensive four-week Spanish language course for 6 credits. Students are then required to take at least one Spanish language class during the semester. Depending on the term, students then choose four or five additional classes at 3 credits each for a total of 12-21 semester credits. transcripts API students receive a transcript from Antonio de Nebrija University upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Business Spanish Conversation and Composition European Studies Intercultural Communications International Business International Marketing Spanish Art History

Spanish Culture Spanish Language Spanish Literature Women’s Studies

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

$25,980

Art at the Prado Museum International Communications European Studies: Culture, History, and Integration Women’s Roles in Present-day Spain Discovering Spain

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january intersession PROGRAM ANTONIO DE NEBRIJA University

Classes taught in SPANISH • jan-term program

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A.

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 6 semester credits

Students who want to study abroad in Madrid for the January term may do so with API at Antonio de Nebrija University. This is intensive four-week Spanish language immersion course offering 6 credits upon completion. Students will take one course on language for two weeks, and one cultural course for two weeks. transcripts API students receive a transcript from Antonio de Nebrija University upon completion of their program.

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housing

“I ABSOLUTELY LOVED MY HOST FAMILY. THEY

• Student apartments, local host families and student residencias • Host family and residencia housing includes 2-3 meals per day and laundry service • For student apartments, meals and laundry service are not included • All Madrid housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees JANUARY 2015 Early January - Early February, 2015

$3,980

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WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND TO MAKE SURE WE WERE COMFORTABLE AND TO INCLUDE US IN THEIR LIVES.”

-NATALIE M.

SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE Program SPAIN

MADRID

Complutense University of Madrid

Classes taught in Spanish and English • International excursion • VARIOUS CREDIT AND COURSE OPTIONS PER LEVEL

Academic Program

Requirements • Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

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WINTER QUARTER 2015 Early Jan. - Late Mar., 2015 INTENSIVE LANGUAGE TRACK 120 HOURS $9,980 180 HOURS

$10,880

SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE TRACK 185 HOURS $11,480 HISPANIC STUDIES TRACK 135 HOURS $10,680 180 HOURS APPLICATION DEADLINE PAYMENT DEADLINE

$11,480

October 15, 2013 November 1, 2013

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$10,880

SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE TRACK 185 HOURS $11,480 HISPANIC STUDIES TRACK 135 HOURS $10,680 180 HOURS APPLICATION DEADLINE PAYMENT DEADLINE

$11,480

February 1, 2015 February 15, 2015

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Late Sept. - Late Dec., 2015

INTENSIVE LANGUAGE TRACK 120 HOURS $9,980 180 HOURS

$10,880

SPANISH LANGUAGE & CULTURE TRACK 185 HOURS $11,480 HISPANIC STUDIES TRACK 135 HOURS $10,680 180 HOURS APPLICATION DEADLINE PAYMENT DEADLINE

TOTAL credit HOURS Intensive Language quarter 120 contact hours • 12 Quarter credits (8 semester credits) spanish language and culture QUARTER 185 CONTACT HOURS • 18 QUARTER CREDITS (12 SEMESTER CREDITS) hispanic studies quarter 135-180 contact hours • 12-18 Quarter credits (8-12 semester credits) This program is designed for students at all levels of Spanish and focuses on Spanish grammar, conversation, and culture. The program operates on a quarter schedule and offers between 120 and 180 contact hours per quarter term (depending on language level and options chosen). Students who are on a semester schedule and wish to maintain full-time status may choose to take 180 contact hours per quarter term (12 semester credits). These options carry an additional fee as outlined in the dates and fees chart. Each student’s Spanish level is determined by a placement exam administered upon arrival by the University Complutense of Madrid. Academic year students must take a placement exam each semester. program options Students will complete one of 3 tracks per term in this program (tracks are differentiated based on the student’s language level and academic goals). In all tracks, students may also choose to add additional hours or combine two quarter terms for additional credit. Track 1 - Intensive Language This track is open to students at all levels who are interested in improving their Spanish language skills. Students will take 120 contact hours of Spanish language, and may add on additional hours (up to 180 contact hours total) for an additional fee. Track 2 - Spanish Language and Culture This track is open to intermediate and advanced-level students (levels B1-B2) who are interested in improving their Spanish language skills while taking additional hours of culture and content courses. Students will take 120 hours of Spanish language and 65 hours of cultural electives for a total of 185 hours. Track 3 - Hispanic Studies This track is open to advanced and superior-level students (level B2 and higher) who are interested in taking more in-depth Spanish cultural courses. Students may choose to take either 3 or 4 culture courses (to earn 135-180 contact hours per term). Students are not required to take a Spanish language course at this level. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Complutense University of Madrid upon completion of their program.

PARTICIPATE IN A COMBINATION OF 2 OR 3 TERMS and RECEIVE A 5% DISCOUNT ON SUBSEQUENT TERMS!

Subject Offerings Art History Business Spanish

Spanish Culture Spanish History

Spanish Language Spanish Literature

here are a few of the many $11,480

June 10, 2015 July 1, 2015

Spanish for Health Sciences Spanish for Legal Purposes Economics/Political Science of Current Spain 185

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MADRID

INTERNSHIP & SERVICE LEARNING PROGRAM FRANCISCO DE VITORIA UNIVERSITY

Classes taught in Spanish • Internships and service-learning available for credit • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A.

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12 semester credits

• Open to intermediate through superior level Spanish speakers • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing • Student apartments, local host families and student residencias • Host family and residencia housing includes 2-3 meals per day and laundry service • For student apartments, meals and laundry service are not included • All Madrid housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Late May, 2015

$14,480

$13,580

$26,980

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Students who are interested in gaining real-world work experience while studying abroad in Spain are ideally suited for the internship and service learning options available through API at the Universidad Francisco de Vitoria (UFV). UFV is a private, Catholic university located in the northwestern Madrid suburbs by the town of Pozuelo de Alarcón. Originally a branch of Complutense University, it formally separated to become its own entity in 2001. During the first 4 weeks of the semester, students take an intensive Spanish language course for 20 hours per week. Following this course, students take a course in contemporary Spanish society or cross-cultural communication that meets twice per week for 4 hours per day. The remainder of their time each week is spent working in an internship or service-learning placement. A personal tutor oversees the internship or service project, and students are asked to participate in regular meetings and reports on their progress. UFV has partnerships with 70 organizations for service learning projects (including placements working with disabled, elderly, children, immigrants, single mothers, and more), and agreements with over 1,000 companies for placements of all kinds in Madrid. The type of placement that a student receives may depend on his/her Spanish language level; therefore, students are encouraged to take an online placement exam prior to departure. Contact the API Madrid Program Manager for details on this option. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Universidad Francisco de Vitoria upon completion of their program.

Liberal Arts and Sciences Program SPAIN

MADRID

SUFFOLK University Classes taught in english and SPANISH • Internships available for credit • option to enroll in courses with spaniards transcript from u.s. accredited institution (SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY) • INTERNATIONAL excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A.

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-17 semester credits

• Open to all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

This program is designed for students who wish to study primarily in English at an American university in Madrid, while still having the option of taking some courses in Spanish. Students choose 3-5 courses per semester. Most classes are equivalent to four semester credits, unless otherwise noted. Business classes are equivalent to three semester credits each.

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Early May, 2015

$19,250

$18,450

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late August, 2015 - Early May, 2016

$35,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

Minimum enrollment is required for each course to be offered and no class is guaranteed. Students are encouraged to identify alternates and visit the API website for the most current course offerings. Additional fees are charged for field trips and lab fees are required for select classes. courses with spanish students In addition to their classes at Suffolk University, students have the opportunity to enroll in classes with Spanish students at the neighboring Spanish University CEU San Pablo. While most classes at University CEU San Pablo are taught in Spanish and require at least one previous upper-division Spanish class (or equivalent proficiency) some classes may be available in English. Contact the API office for more information. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Suffolk University upon completion of their program. Suffolk University is a four-year, fully-accredit U.S. university located in Boston, Massachusetts.

Subject Offerings Accounting Art History Astronomy Biology Business Ethics Chemistry Computer Science Economics

Government History International Business International Relations Internships Jewish, Islamic and Christian Spain Marketing

Mathematics Philosophy Physics Psychology Sociology Spanish Culture Spanish Language Theater

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Business Ethics and the Law Professional Communication Global Environmental Threats in the 21st Century Families in Contemporary Society 187

SPAIN

MADRID

Internship option for SUFFOLK University program

Internships at Local Companies 3-4 credits

• 5 SEMESTERS OF SPANISH REQUIRED • PLACEMENTS VARY PER COURSE/DEPT • WITHIN 45-MINUTE COMMUTE OF CITY CENTER • DEADLINES EARLIER THAN ACADEMIC PROGRAM - APPLY EARLY API students participating in the Suffolk University Madrid program have the opportunity to participate in a credit-bearing internship to complement their academic studies. Placements are available in a variety of fields, including: global business, communications and journalism, economics, government, history, management, marketing, philosophy (applied ethics), psychology, sociology, theater, science, and women’s and gender studies. Students must have a high level of Spanish language proficiency (minimum 5 semesters), as all placements are in Spanish businesses/organizations. The deadlines for the internships are earlier than the regular academic program, so students are encouraged to apply early. These internships are offered for an additional fee. Contact the API office for more information.

INTERNSHIP DEADLINES: SPRING OCTober 1 • FALL APRIL 25

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THESE AMAZING

excursions SPAIN

with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Spain outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Madrid programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

MADRID

are included

madrid extremadura region

El Escorial WINTER • SPring • fall The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo del Escorial was constructed between 1563-1584 and built in the purest 16th century Renaissance style. It is a royal palace, a monastery, school and library. _________________________________________________

EXTREMADURA WINTER • SPring Students visit Mérida, home of the largest number of Roman ruins outside of Italy; Cáceres, a Medieval and Renaissance city; and Trujillo, the cradle of more than 500 conquerors and home to the Sanctuary-Monastery of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a UNESCO World Heritage site. _________________________________________________

Gr anada

api program site

WINTER • spring • fall • JAN TERM

api excursion site

Lisbon, Portugal* INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION spring QUARTEr Lisbon boasts as grand a cultural and historical heritage as many other European cities, but also has an earthier side that sets it apart. _________________________________________________

PARIS, FRANCE INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION fa ll

SALAMANCA

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Salamanca is one of the most spectacular Renaissance cities in Europe. Golden sandstone has lent itself to every major architectural style from Romanesque to Baroque. The Plaza Mayor is one of the most beautiful town squares in Spain. __________________________________________________________________________

SEGOVIA

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Segovia is a typical Old Castilian town that rose to importance under the Romans. Entering the city, all roads converge to one of the largest ancient structures remaining in Spain - the 2,000-year old Roman aqueduct. __________________________________________________________________________

SEVILLE

fa ll

One of the great cultural and intellectual centers of the world, Paris is felt by many to be the heart and soul of France. Paris is full of amazing museums, architecture, music, and fashion. Innumerable monuments built to reflect the glory of France and its rulers stand testament to the city’s rich history. _________________________________________________

Seville, capital of the Andalusian region of southern Spain, is an unique example where history, tradition and modernity merge in an incomparable city. To explore the city’s narrow streets and smell the orange blossoms in Spring while mingling with people at a cafe is definitely an unforgettable experience. __________________________________________________________________________

ROME, ITALY*

Toledo

INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION WINTER • SPring semester

WINTER • s pr i n g • fa ll

*academic year students who Participate in THE winter and spring quarters CHoose only one international excursion.

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Looking Back on Salamanca 10 Reasons I Loved That City

AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF former api salamanca STUDENT, liana cramer - UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME SPAIN

SALAMANCA

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It was a weekday in June, when I fell in love with the Spanish culture and, in particular, the city of Salamanca. On that day I arrived in Spain for the first time. At the end of the summer, I would leave feeling as if I were a local of “Sala.” Parting was difficult, but my time in Salamanca - taking on the Spanish language, culture, and that incredible city - was an unforgettable adventure. I wear a ring on my finger that carries the symbol of the city of Salamanca. I never take it off. Like the memories of that summer, it comes with me everywhere I go.

Here are 10 of the many reasons that I loved studying abroad in Salamanca, Spain: 1. Mingling and Mariachi in the Plaza Mayor Salamanca boasts what is considered the most beautiful Plaza in all of Spain, and it is absolutely stunning. Locals and travelers gather throughout the day and especially late at the night to enjoy drinks, a meal, mariachi bands, dancing, or simply each others company.

2. Dating Lessons from La Universidad de Salamanca I knew my classes at the University were off to a good start when my Spanish professor exclaimed, on the first day of class, that the best way to learn Spanish would be to find a Spanish boyfriend. Throughout the next four weeks, classes continued to be just as entertaining. The professors I had while at la Universidad de Salamanca were incredible. After four weeks of enjoyable summer study, I was able to test out of two additional semesters of college Spanish and sail easily into the next level.

3. The City of Fiesta y Siesta Salamanca is a university town, so the city definitely has nightlife. Students meet in the Plaza Mayor to go out together to bars or discotecas. Spaniards stay out late, the city doesn’t shut down until about 6am, but the next day a siesta helps them recuperate.

4. Siesta A long lunch followed by a nap seems like a dream, but this is the way of life in the smaller cities of Spain. At lunch time the streets empty out and the stores pause for a mid-afternoon break. I enjoyed the luxury of the siesta while studying abroad and am left wondering why the US does not adopt this tradition. And during those afternoons when my friends and I had too much energy for a nap, we got to enjoy strolling Salamanca, the city all to ourselves.

5. The Small-city Advantages I’ve always thought that I was a “big-city” girl, but after a summer in Salamanca I have come to decide that it truly is an idyllic size for students. From shopping, to eating, visiting museums, or enjoying a boat ride along Rio Tormes, Salamanca has plenty to offer and everything is within a 20-minute walk along the city’s charming streets.

6. “New” dates back to the 1700s Two of Salamanca’s most important monuments are the Old Cathedral, which was built in the 1200s and the New Cathedral, which was built in the 1700s. Let me repeat that, the new Cathedral was built over 300 years ago. This should give you an idea of the history surrounding Salamanca. From churches, to monasteries, museums, and noble mansions, the architecture of Salamanca remains an impeccable portrayal of the city’s history and tradition. 190

7. The Tolling of the Church Bells I remember, fondly, walking home from classes each day and hearing in the distance, “dong, dong, dong…,” the tolling of the bells of the Cathedral. No matter where you are you will always be able to hear those beautiful church bells tolling. I have yet to find anything quite like that in the U.S.

8. Nothing like Tapas Bars Tapas are small portions of Spanish dishes that are typically ordered to share. Tapas bars are thus the perfect opportunity to try several Spanish delicacies in one night. Going out for tapas is also much more of a social activity than just going out to a restaurant. In some tapas restaurants you stand around tables, giving you the chance to chat with others around you…a perfect opportunity to practice your Spanish.

9. Salsa Dancing The Spanish love to salsa dance and the men are especially proud of their dancing skills. Whether in the middle of the plaza mayor or in a bar when the right music comes on…the salsa dancing begins. We took group salsa dance lessons at a dance studio while in Salamanca. It was a great time and the dance steps we learned were put to good use.

10. Chic Old Ladies Sporting Fur Coats The people of Salamanca, especially the older women, enjoy donning fancy outfits and sipping wine in cafes along the Plaza Mayor. I aspire to be them one day.

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Population: 180,000 Oldest university in Spain “I would highly recommend API to anyone

History lives in the city

who is planning to study abroad. The entire staff was very approachable,

very walkable city

the excursions and activities.”

- Lillian L.

Less than three hours from Madrid One hour to Portugal

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helpful and knowledgeable. I loved all

ONE OF SPAIN’S MOST BEAUTIFUL plaza mayors

SALAMANCA

University town with students from all over

TRANSFORMarse en

SALAMANCA The thing that I like most about salamanca is that the old part of the city is still alive. Ancient buildings are in use and many people enjoy working or attending classes in those wonderful buildings, like the Palacio de Anaya, which today houses the Faculty of Philology.

- Inma, API Salamanca Resident Director

an overview OF SALAMANCA

host Universities University OF SALAMANCA CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH Housing local host families • residenciAs G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • QUARTER • ACADEMIC YEAR intensive week/month • january term

api gives back salamanca

sal amanca resident direc torS / inma and marÍA

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SALAMANCA

Spanish Language and Culture Program University of Salamanca

Classes taught in SPANISH • Volunteer teaching opportunities available • INTERNATIONAL excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS quarter 150-250 contact hours per quarter 15-25 quarter credits • 10-16 semester credits

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additional credit options Although this program is offered on a quarter system, students from schools on a semester system can still participate and earn a sufficient number of academic credits if they choose to combine two or more quarters or if they complete an intensive month of language, conversation and cultural studies (consisting of 80 contact hours) at the beginning or end of their program.

In this program all students complete a Spanish grammar course. Beginning level students focus on developing their oral and written proficiency and all courses relate to language study. Intermediate, advanced and superior level students complete 2-3 cultural electives in addition to their grammar course. A student’s language level is determined by a placement exam administered by the University of Salamanca.

housing • Local host families and residencias • All housing includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • All Salamanca housing includes internet ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees WINTER QUARTER 2015 Early January - Mid-March, 2015

$9,380

WINTER QUARTER 2015 EXTENDED PROGRAM Early January - Early May, 2015 $11,280 SPRING QUARTER 2015 Late March - Mid-June, 2015 TWO QUARTERS COMBINED 2015 Winter/Spring • Fall/Winter

$9,380 $16,580

Deadlines for WINTER quarter Programs APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 Deadlines for SPRING quarter Programs APPLICATION DEADLINE February 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE February 15, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL QUARTER 2015 EARLY START Late August - Mid-December, 2015 FALL QUARTER 2015 Mid-September - Mid-December, 2015

$11,280 $9,380

ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 EARLY START Late August 2015 - Mid-June, 2016 $25,680 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September 2015 - Mid-June, 2016

$24,280

Deadlines for FALL AND YEAR Programs APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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Academic year and fall students who want to refresh their Spanish skills before starting their classes should participate in the Early Start programs. These programs include an intensive month of study in September for an additional 80 contact hours of Spanish language instruction. Winter students interested in taking additional hours may also add an intensive month of Spanish language to the end of the program. Students may also elect to take multiple quarter programs (e.g. winter and spring). transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Salamanca upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Business Spanish Spain’s Arab History Spanish Art History Spanish Communication

Spanish Culture Spanish Language Women’s Studies

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

The Role of Women in Spanish History The Arab World in Hispanic Culture Spanish and Latin American Literature

SPAIN

University of SALAMANCA

Classes taught in Spanish • TEACHING Internships and VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to advanced and superior level Spanish speakers (4-5 semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent) • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-285 contact hours • 12-19 semester credits

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housing

• Local host families and residencias • All housing includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • All Salamanca housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Early May, 2015

This program provides advanced grammar and language instruction, while allowing students to choose from several cultural electives. Students take 4-5 courses per semester, and each course is equivalent to three semester credits. Students who complete the Academic Year program receive the Diploma de Estudios Hispánicos. additional credit options Students who want to refresh their Spanish skills before starting their classes can participate in the Fall and Academic Year Early Start programs, which include an intensive 3 weeks of study in September for an additional 60 contact hours of Spanish language instruction. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Salamanca upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Business Spanish Spain’s Arab History Spanish Art History Spanish Communication

Spanish Culture Spanish Language Spanish Literature Women’s Studies

$11,250

$11,980

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - Mid-December, 2015

$10,280

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 EARLY START Late August, 2015- Early May, 2016 $21,980 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Early May, 2016

SALAMANCA

Hispanic Studies Program

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Human Geography of Spain Spanish Art History Latin American Literature

$19,980

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SALAMANCA

International Studies and business Program University of SALAMANCA

Classes taught in Spanish and english • TEACHING Internships and VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open Spanish speakers of all levels

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-285 contact hours • 12-19 semester credits

Spanish not taught at beginning level

This program offers language and culture electives in Spanish for students at the intermediate, advanced and superior levels of Spanish who want to study abroad in Salamanca. Students with no previous Spanish study are welcome to enroll in the different classes taught in English, which include courses in business. Classes conducted in Spanish are not available at beginning level. Spanish Language is the only class conducted in Spanish offered at a low Intermediate level. High Intermediate, Advanced and Superior students can choose among all the different elective classes conducted in Spanish. All classes are equivalent to three U.S. semester credits. Students choose 4-5 classes per semester.

• Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing • Local host families and residencias • All housing includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • All Salamanca housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 EARLY START Early January - Mid-May, 2015

$12,980

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Mid-May, 2015

$11,480

$11,980

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - Mid-December, 2015

$10,480

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 EARLY START Late August, 2015- Mid-May, 2016 $22,280 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Mid-May, 2016

$20,380

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All students complete a Spanish language placement exam upon arrival and are placed into the appropriate language level based on the results of this exam. Beginning level students and students who want to take classes in English are not required to have any previous Spanish study. In order to take electives taught in Spanish, students must place into the intermediate level or higher. additional credit options Students who want to refresh their Spanish skills before starting their classes can participate in the Early Start programs, which include an intensive 3 weeks of study for an additional 60 contact hours of Spanish language instruction and elective coursework. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Salamanca upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Business Spanish International Marketing Latin American Literature Medical Spanish Spanish Culture

Spanish Economy Spanish History Spanish Language Spanish Literature Women’s Studies

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Medical Spanish International Marketing E-Commerce Latin American Economy Spanish Literature

SPAIN

University of SALAMANCA Classes taught in Spanish • Enroll directly in classes with Spanish students TEACHING Internships and VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to superior level Spanish speakers only (minimum 5 semesters of college-level Spanish or equivalent) • An oral interview is conducted with students to determine Spanish proficiency • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-360 contact hours • 12-24 semester credits

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 EARLY START Early January - Late June, 2015

$12,980

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Late June, 2015

$12,280

$10,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - Late June 2016

$21,880

SALAMANCA

Integrated Studies with Spaniards (PEI) Program

The Integrated Studies with Spaniards Program (PEI) offers high-advanced and superior-level Spanish speakers the opportunity to enroll directly in classes with Spaniards. This program is a great opportunity for the motivated, superior level Spanish speaker who wants to study abroad with complete immersion. Though students can choose from over 900 different subjects, a sample of some of the potential disciplines of study is provided below. additional credit options The Early Start programs include an intensive two-three weeks of Spanish language study for an additional 60 contact hours (4 U.S. credits) to help students refresh their Spanish skills and boost their confidence in the language before starting regular semester classes. Students who elect to take courses other than first year courses with Spaniards may not be eligible to complete the intensive Spanish course due to scheduling conflicts. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Salamanca upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Biology Economics Education Foreign Languages Geography Islamic Art Law

Physics Psychology Social Sciences Spanish Culture Spanish Language Translation World History

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Economics of the European Union Organic Chemistry Islamic Art Social Anthropology “I felt very safe in Salamanca. The university setting makes it a really enjoyable place for young people.” - Luke S. 195

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additional opportunities for university of salamanca programs

teaching internship Placements All students with 3-4 semesters or more of college-level spanish (equivalent to the intermediate or B1 level) are able to participate in a teaching internship program. Students spend 5 hours per week for 8 weeks observing local primary school classes, and assist the teacher with classroom tasks as needed. There is an additional fee of $75 to participate in this option. Students will receive an official certificate from the University of Salamanca detailing the hours and nature of their participation upon completion of the program. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

volunteer teaching Placements All students with 2 semesters of college-level Spanish (equivalent to the intermediate level) or more are able to participate in a volunteer teaching program. Students assist professors one hour per week, teaching English to Spaniards (ages 18 and up). Students will be able to apply for these opportunities on site, and placements are limited. This is a unique experience for API students in Salamanca to get to know Spaniards and Spanish life.

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Classes taught in Spanish • jan-term available • PROGRAMS OFFERED YEAR-ROUND

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS TWO-WEEK SESSION 40-50 HOURS • APPROXIMATELY 3 semester credits THREE-WEEK SESSION 60-75 HOURS • 4-5 semester credits MONTH PROGRAM 80-100 HOURS • 5-6 semester credits

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Dates and Fees JANUARY 2015 TWO-WEEK Early Jan. - Mid-Jan., 2015 THREE-WEEK Early Jan. - Late Jan., 2015

$2,700 $3,600

FEBRUARY 2015 TWO-WEEK Early Feb. - Mid-Feb., 2015 MONTH Early Feb. - Late Feb., 2015

$2,400 $2,980

MARCH 2015 TWO-WEEK Early Mar. - Mid-Mar., 2015 MONTH Early Mar. - Late Mar., 2015

$2,400 $2,980

APRIL 2015 TWO-WEEK Early Mar. - Mid-Apr., 2015 MONTH Early Mar. - Late May, 2015

$2,400 $2,980

MAY 2015 TWO-WEEK Early May - Mid-May, 2015 MONTH Early May - Late May, 2015

$2,400 $2,980

AUGUST 2015 TWO-WEEK Early Aug. - Mid-Aug., 2015 MONTH Early Aug. - Late Aug., 2015

$2,400 $2,980

SEPTEMBER 2015 TWO-WEEK Early Sep. - Mid-Sep., 2015 MONTH Early Sep. - Late Sep., 2015

$2,700 $3,600

OCTOBER 2015 TWO-WEEK Early Oct. - Mid-Oct., 2015 MONTH Early Oct. - Late Oct., 2015

$2,400 $2,980

NOVEMBER 2015 TWO-WEEK Early Nov. - Mid-Nov., 2015 MONTH Early Nov. - Late Nov., 2015

$2,400 $2,980

DECEMBER 2015 TWO-WEEK Late Nov. - Mid-Dec., 2015

$2,400

SALAMANCA

Intensive 2-Week, 3-Week and Month Long Programs

• Intensive two-week, three-week and month-long courses in Spanish language and culture are available throughout the year. • Most students choose to fly into Madrid Barajas International Airport and travel independently by bus to Salamanca. • Ground transportation to/ from Madrid is not included in the program fee unless the student selects a program in September or January, but it can be arranged at an additional cost. ONLY January and September programs include airport reception and an orientation program in Madrid in the program fee. • No excursions are included with the intensive month, two- or three-week programs. • If this program is taken along with a semester or quarter program, students will receive a discount. Course Selections Students are encouraged to refer to the course selections for each language level in the Salamanca Spanish Language and Culture program. Students select their courses from the same course offerings; they are not, however, incorporated into the existing quarter classes, but complete courses with other short-term students. Course options are limited for March, September, and December students. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Salamanca upon completion of their program.

“The best part of studying abroad was the people I met. That is why this experience exceeded my expectations. I have made life long friendships. Also, our resident director did an awesome job and we all love her! All in all it was a great experience.” - Jordanne R.

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excursions with your program fee _________________________________________________ London, England

API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Spain outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Salamanca programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

barcelona

Santander

Ribera del Duero

SALAMANCA La Alberca

fall

Barcelona is home to a remarkable cultural energy, unique cuisine and fiercely individual spirit. The glorious modernist architecture fills the city streets with many Gaudí works. _________________________________________________

El Escorial WINTER • SPring semester • fall The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo del Escorial was constructed between 1563-1584 and built in the purest 16th century Renaissance style. It is a royal palace, a monastery, school and library. _________________________________________________

L a Alberca

fall

This 3-hour hiking trip begins in the beautiful village of La Alberca, and takes students on a journey through a forest of oak and chestnut trees. _________________________________________________

api program site

api excursion site

LONDON, ENGLAND* INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION WINTER • spring semester London is the largest city in Western Europe. The Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the houses of Parliament and Big Ben are some of the famous sites which students can visit. _________________________________________________

MADRID WINTER • SPring semester • fall Spain’s capital blends the modern with an important cultural and artistic heritage. Three of the most important art galleries in the world are all located in the center of Madrid. _________________________________________________

PARIS, FRANCE INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION fa ll

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Riber a del Duero

SPring semester • fall

One of Spain’s truly legendary wine making regions, the region of Ribera de Duero in central Spain is home to some of the world’s best and most exclusive red wines. Wine has been made in the area since the Roman era, but it only became widespread with the arrival of monasteries. __________________________________________________________________________

Santander

SPrinG QUARTER

SEVILLE

WINTER • SPring semester

Seville, capital of the Andalusia region of southern Spain, is an unique example where history, tradition and modernity merge in an incomparable city. To explore the city’s narrow streets and smell the orange blossoms in Spring while mingling with people at a cafe is definitely an unforgettable experience. __________________________________________________________________________

Toledo

WINTER • SPring semester • fall

Toledo was declared ‘City of Mankind’s Heritage’ by UNESCO in 1986. Known as the “City of the Three Cultures,” it served as a hub for Jews, Moors and Christians and has today become a symbol of religious tolerance. __________________________________________________________________________ *academic year students who Participate in THE winter and spring quarters choose only one international excursion.

Population: 700,000 Cosmopolitan city with many cultural offerings GREAT weather

“Great program! Seriously, so much

More than 2,000 years of culture & art

bang for you buck! Loved the API team

Third largest cathedral in the world

semester!” - Clara D.

One hour to the beach

SPAIN

in Sevilla. Great experience, great

SEVILLE

History and ambiance on every corner

rich Spanish traditionS EVERYWHERE

TRANSFORMarse en

SEVILLE Seville is a warm city. People are hanging out on the streets most of the year, talk to each other frequently and it’s not difficult to meet new people being a foreigner. All celebrations are open to everybody and the great weather helps a lot.

- LOLA, API SEVILLE Resident Director

an overview OF SEVILLE

host Universities University of Seville Pablo de Olavide University CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH Housing local host families and residencias G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back seville

seville resident directorS/ KEPA, CHARI, LOLA, MARTA, JUAN & ARACELI

Past experiences HAVE includeD • Assisting elderly • Providing English lessons • Visiting hospitalized children and parents • Working with primary school children

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Spanish Language and Humanities Program University of Seville

Classes taught in Spanish • opportunity to enroll in courses with spaniards • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A.

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-225 hours • 12-15 semester credits

• Open to advanced and superior level Spanish speakers who have completed three to four semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Designed for advanced and superior level Spanish speakers, this program is ideal for students who want to study a broad range of courses focusing on Spanish language and culture. It is a very beneficial program for Spanish majors and minors. All classes are equivalent to three U.S. semester credits. Students with 3-4 semesters of college-level Spanish take the advanced level classes. Students with five or more semesters of college-level Spanish enroll in the high advanced level classes. High advanced students also have the option of enrolling in courses with Spaniards. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Seville upon completion of their program.

housing

Subject Offerings

• Local host families and residencias • All housing includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • All Seville housing includes internet access

Andalusian Art Cultural Anthropology Flamenco Marketing Spain’s Arab History Spanish-American Literature Spanish Art History Spanish Cinema

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Mid-May, 2015

$9,980

Spanish Economy Spanish Geography Spanish History Spanish Language Spanish Music Women’s Studies

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

$18,980

Marketing and Society Writing, Reading, Cooking, Eating The Contemporary Arab-Islamic World The Art of Andalusia in the Golden Age Flamenco: an Expression of the Culture of Andalucia An Introduction to the Physical Geography of Spain Environmental Issues and Protected Natural Spaces The History of Slavery in Latin America Wine in Spain: History, Culture, and Economics

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Contemporary Hispanic Studies Program SPAIN

SEVILLE

University of SEVILLE

Classes taught in ENGLISH • International excursion • GREAT PROGRAM FOR NOVICE SPANISH SPEAKERS

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to beginning level Spanish speakers • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-225 hours • 12-15 semester credits

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housing • Local host families and residencias • All housing includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • All Seville housing includes internet access

Designed for students with no previous knowledge of Spanish, the Contemporary Hispanic Studies program offers a number of cultural courses taught in English, and many also feature some Spanish language instruction. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Seville upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Audiovisual Studies Gender Studies International Marketing Photography Spain’s Arab History

Spanish Art History Spanish Culture Spanish History Spanish Language U.S.-European Relations

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Mid-May, 2015

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UNIQUE COURSES

$9,980

here are a few of the many

$18,980

Gender Views in Contemporary Spanish Literature and Cinema Music and Society: Theory and Practice of Flamenco Spanish Cuisine

“I can’t express enough how grateful I was to [my host mom] for such an amazing experience in Sevilla. I wanted to take the time to share all of these wonderful things with you because I would like to recognize her as an exceptional host mom, who genuinely cares about the experiences that her students have. She went above and beyond her outlined duties for us and I can confidently say that all 10 of us would request her to be our host mom if we had to do it all over again.” -Rebecca B. 201

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Communications Program University of SEVILLE

Classes taught in Spanish • Enroll directly in classes with Spanish students • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to advanced and superior level Spanish speakers • Completion of at least one upper division course of college-level Spanish or the equivalent • An oral interview is conducted with students to determine Spanish proficiency • 3 essays to determine written proficiency • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-225 contact hours • 12-15 semester credits

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housing • Local host families and residencias • All housing includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • All Seville housing includes internet access

This program is for advanced-level students interested in courses specifically targeted at international and Spanish communications concepts and practices. It is a great option for advanced superior-level students, since students take courses with Spaniards in addition to their courses with other API students. The API-only courses are subject to a minimum enrollment requirement. Students take one course with API students and four courses with Spaniards at the Facultad de Comunicaciones. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Seville upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Audiovisual Communications Creative Writing Cultural Journalism Economic Journalism History of Communications Journalism Theory Media Studies

Newspaper Journalism Political Communications Production Public Discourse Public Relations Sports Journalism

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Mid-May, 2015

here are a few of the many

$10,980

$19,880

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Theory and History of Propaganda $9,680

UNIQUE COURSES

History of Audiovisual Communication - Analog to Digital History of Spanish Journalism Creative Writing Sports Journalism

Integrated Studies with Spaniards Program SPAIN

SEVILLE

University of SEVILLE

Classes taught in Spanish • Enroll directly in classes with Spanish students • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to advanced and superior level Spanish speakers • An oral interview is conducted with students to determine Spanish proficiency (non-native speakers) • 3 essays to determine written proficiency (native speakers) • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 semester credits

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housing • Local host families and residencias • All housing includes 3 meals per day and laundry service • All Seville housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Mid-May, 2015

$10,980

Subject Offerings Arabic Language Arabic Studies Art History Cultural Anthropology Geography Hispanic Studies

History Psychology Sociology Spanish in the Americas Spanish Language Spanish Literature

here are a few of the many

Islamic Law Cervantes

$9,980

transcripts API students receive a transcript from the University of Seville upon completion of their program.

UNIQUE COURSES

Students in this program enroll in 4-5 classes with Spaniards at the Facultad de Geografía e Historia or the Facultad de Filología for a total of 12-15 semester credits. Students can also enroll in 1-2 courses at the high advanced level from the Spanish Language and Humanities program. Students are able to participate in weekly cultural seminars and events, as well as intercambios with Spanish students.

Anthropology of Sexuality Modern Spanish Art Pre-Hispanic Art

$19,980

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Spanish Language, Business and Applied/Social Sciences Program

Pablo de Olavide University

Classes taught in Spanish and english • opportunity to enroll in courses with spaniards monthly transit pass included • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.9 G.P.A. • Open to beginning level Spanish speakers • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 semester credits

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Mid-May, 2015

$10,380

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Early September - Mid-December, 2015 $10,380 APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---–––––––-–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early September, 2015 - Mid-May, 2016

This program caters to the needs of those with little or no background in Spanish by offering Spanish culture, business and science classes that are taught in English. Students at all levels may take courses in English with Spaniards. Students with more advanced study in Spanish can also choose from a variety of classes in Spanish culture and civilization, either with Spanish or other international students. Each class is equivalent to three semester credits. A placement exam determines the language level of each student. Spanish language classes range from 8-16 students. All other classes range from 8-25. Classes are held Monday through Thursday. Course offerings are subject to sufficient enrollment. Students enroll in four to five classes, or 12-15 semester credits per semester. Although this is not a Spanish immersion program, students are HIGHLY encouraged to take at least one Spanish language course. Advanced level students may take a variety of upper level content courses in Spanish and/or English. Superior level students may take up to 2 regular classes with Spanish students. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Pablo de Olavide University upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Accounting Anatomy* Biochemistry Ecology* Economics European Union Finance History International Business

Latin American Literature Marketing Mathematics Management Organic Chemistry* Physiology* Political Science Psychology Social Work

Spanish Art History Spanish Cinema Spanish Culture Spanish Language Spanish Literature U.S.-European Relations Women’s Studies *Science courses at UPO were designed by the University of New England.

$19,880

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Health, Healing, and Culture: An Introduction to Medical Anthropology International Business and Emerging Markets Ecological Systems General Sports Psychology Contemporary Spanish Politics 204

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excursions SPAIN

with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Spain outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Seville programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Cádiz

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Córdoba

Lisbon

SEVILLE

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Grazalema Puerto Santa María/Cádiz

Córdoba’s rich cultural legacy stretches back over 2,000 years. Once the capital of one of the Roman provinces, it was captured in 716 by the Muslims. At that time, it was one of the largest and most sophisticated cities in the world. _________________________________________________

El Escorial

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Extremadur a

MOROCCO

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Several towns are “must sees” in this region. First is Mérida, home of the largest number of Roman ruins outside of Italy. Second is Cáceres, a Medieval and Renaissance city with walls that were built by the Romans and Almohads. Third is Trujillo, the cradle of more than 500 conquerors. _________________________________________________

Gr anada

SEVILLE

are included

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MADRID

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PARIS, FRANCE

fa ll INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION

Granada is one of the most enchanting cities in Spain. With more than a thousand years of recorded history, Granada enjoys one of Spain’s most important cultural and architectural patrimonies. _________________________________________________

gr azalema

puertO de santa marÍa

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Grazalema is one of Spain’s most stunning natural parks. In 1977, this area was declared a “Reserve of the Biosphere” by UNESCO due to the exceptional variety and wealth of its fauna and flora. _________________________________________________

Lisbon, Portugal INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION spring Lisbon boasts as grand a cultural and historical heritage as many other European cities, but also has an earthier side that sets it apart.

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El Puerto de Santa María is one of the most well known towns in the Cádiz province due to its beautiful beaches, wonderful food and plentiful wineries. _______________________________________________________________________________

Sierr a de Ar acena

fa ll

The chestnut and olive tree-covered hills of “Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche” is one of the hidden jewels of Andalusian parks. This natural reserve, located northeast of Seville, is the second largest protected park in Andalucía, covering over 28 different small whitewashed villages. _______________________________________________________________________________

Toledo

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LATIN AMERICA

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ARGENTINA BUENOS AIRES • mendoza

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CHILE VALPARAÍSO • VIÑA DEL MAR 220 COSTA RICA san joaquín de flores • san josé 236 cuba havana 251

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ARGENTINA

BUENOS AIRES Universidad de BelgranO Universidad Torcuato di Tella

MENDOZA Universidad de congreso

WHY ARGENTINA? • Unique opportunity to be a part of South America’s growing influence on the world • Buenos Aires is the social, cultural and economic heart of Argentina • Mendoza is the ideal environment for nature and wine enthusiasts • Prestigious private universities with strong reputations throughout Latin America ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “The API Buenos Aires staff was absolutely wonderful. It was obvious that they cared deeply about the students and did everything possible to make us feel welcome and comfortable. It felt more like becoming a part of a family than just participating in a program!” - ELEANOR O.

THE BASICS

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CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0

Housing host families

TERMS SEMESTER ACADEMIC AND CALENDAR YEAR

100% OF API argentina STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Population: 3,000,000

“In a city as big as Buenos Aires, I felt that the program is efficient in that it gives

architectural beauty

seek guidance or ask questions, but at the

The “Paris of Latin America”

same time, you are forced to learn things

museums, world renowned theaters, and tango dance

completely new environment!” - MARY S.

you the knowledge and the resources to argentina

for yourself and figure things out in a

buenos aires

Buenos Aires is the social, cultural and economic heart of Argentina

transformarse en

BUENOS AIRES Buenos Aires is a great city - it has a strong local culture and at the same time, it is a very cosmopolitan place where foreign students can easily blend in. Its European roots give it an old world flavor, but with its skyscrapers and wide avenues, it is as vibrant as the best in the New World. I think Buenos Aires has the best urban life in Latin America - each neighborhood has a distinctive character. Porteños learned how to enjoy life decades ago, so students can enjoy a myriad of restaurants, cafes, theaters, discos and museums.

- Carmen, Buenos Aires Resident Director

an overview

of buenos aires host universities Universidad de BelgranO Universidad Torcuato di Tella CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH Housing host families with meals G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR calendar year

api gives back buenos aires

buenos aires resident direc tor / carmen

Past experiences HAVE includeD • Ecological preserve projects • Working at food bank • Painting youth center 209

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buenos aires

Argentine and Latin American Studies Program Universidad de Belgrano

Classes taught in Spanish and english • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A.

TOTAL credit HOURS early start semester 18-21 semester credits semester 12-15 semester credits Additional courses may be taken for an extra fee

• No Spanish background required to take coursework in English • Advanced-level Spanish proficiency required for courses in Spanish (i.e. completion of minimum of four semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent) • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • Curriculum vitae (résumé) • Statement of purpose • Two letters of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with proof of payment of reciprocity fee and supporting documents ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing • Host family located within city center • Meals and laundry service are included • All students have a private bedroom

Students interested in Argentine and Latin American culture, economics, history, and politics are ideally suited to study abroad in Buenos Aires in API’s Program of Argentine and Latin American Studies. The program caters to students at all levels of Spanish. Students selecting the Early Start option complete an intensive Spanish language course prior to the start of the standard semester. The intensive Spanish course consists of a five hours of Spanish class, five days a week, for four weeks for a grand total of 100 contact hours of Spanish. Each intensive course is equivalent to 3-6 semester credits, depending on how credit is awarded by the home university. Once the regular semester starts, beginning and low intermediate Spanish speakers complete all coursework in English. Students with a minimum of four semesters of Spanish or the equivalent can choose to complete a combination of Spanish language courses and elective courses in English or Spanish. All courses are equivalent to 3 U.S. semester credits. courses with argentine students Students with advanced Spanish language skills are welcome to select 1-2 courses with Argentine students. As the standard Argentine semester is 5-8 weeks longer than the academic calendar for visiting students, API students who select courses with Argentines will be charged an additional fee to extend their API housing. ACADEMIC AND calendar year STUDEnTS The Argentine academic calendar follows the calendar year. The first semester in Argentina is actually the equivalent of the spring semester in the U.S. Students who wish to study for two semesters in Argentina are encouraged to consider the Calendar Year option (spring/fall). Students selecting a Calendar Year program have access to API housing throughout their program and are not required to travel or return home during the semester break. In contrast, students selecting the Academic Year option (fall/spring) will have a 3-3.5 month break between semesters during which API housing is not provided. Both Early Start options include an intensive-month Spanish course prior to the start of the first semester. transcripts API students receive their transcript from the Universidad de Belgrano upon completion of their program.

“I really loveD my host family. They are warm and welcoming and my favorite aspect was the big emphasis on family in this house. The family is always coming over and it makes me feel more at home. It is definitely a happy home.”

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- LAUREN G.

argentina

Dates AND Fees

TAUGHT IN SPANISH

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 early start Early February - Late June, 2015 $13,380

Art Business Cultural Studies Economics Gender Studies Geography

History International Relations Literature Political Science Spanish Language

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Business Cultural Studies Economics Gender Studies

History International Relations Literature Political Science

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Tango: Gender, Nation & Identity History of Latin America and Latin American Cinema Economic Integration in Latin America U.S. - Latin American Relations Political Systems: Populism in Latin America

buenos aires

Subject Offerings

APPLICATION DEADLINE November 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early March- Late June, 2015

$11,380

APPLICATION DEADLINE November 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– calendar YEAR 2015 early start Early Feb. - Early Nov., 2015 $25,380 APPLICATION DEADLINE November 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– calendar YEAR 2015 Early March - Early November, 2015

$23,380

APPLICATION DEADLINE November 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 early start Mid-June - Early November, 2015

$13,380

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 10, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-July - Early November, 2015

$11,380

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 early start Late June, 2015 - June, 2016 $24,980 APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 10, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-July, 2015 - June, 2015

$22,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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Intensive Language Program Universidad de Belgrano

Classes taught in Spanish • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A.

TOTAL credit HOURS fall 210-310 contact hours spring 220 contact hours

• No previous study of Spanish required • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with proof of payment of reciprocity fee and supporting documents ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing • Host family located within city center • Meals and laundry service are included • All students have a private bedroom “My housing situation was fantastic. My host mother was more than I could ask for and I really felt as though I was

Course Offerings Elementary Spanish • Intermediate Spanish I & II • Advanced Spanish Note: 45 contact hours generally equate to three semester credits. Given the high number of contact hours per course, however, some home universities may award fewer credits for each Spanish course than the contact hours below suggest. Fall students earn a total of 210 contact hours of Spanish language for the regular start program and 310 contact hours for the early start program. Intensive Month (EARLY START STUDENTS ONLY) 4 weeks 100 contact hours 5 hours of class per day, 5 days per week 3 additional Months (ALL FALL STUDENTS) 14 weeks 210 contact hours 3 hours of class per day, 5 days per week

able to communicate with her

Spring students earn a total of 220 contact hours of Spanish language.

about anything and everything.

Intensive Month 1 4 weeks 100 contact hours 5 hours of class per day, 5 days per week

Any problems that I had I knew I could go to her and she was very helpful. We were able to talk for long periods of time and she made me feel very comfortable. I really felt as though she cared about me as one of her own children and I believe that’s really important. I would most definitely recommend [my family] to future students.”

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The Intensive Language Program is designed for students who want to quickly advance their Spanish skills through study abroad in Buenos Aires. There are no cultural electives offered within this program; students complete a series of intensive Spanish language courses. Students can expect to advance a minimum of two levels during the semester.

- SARAH L.

2 additional Months 8 weeks 120 contact hours 3 hours of class per day, 5 days per week

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break periods Students are advised that there are several break periods of various lengths throughout the semester. Housing is included during these breaks. API excursions may be scheduled during these intra-semester breaks and students are also welcome to travel independently. transcripts API students receive their transcript from the Universidad de Belgrano upon completion of their program.

“API was clearly better than any of my peer’s experiences whom I talked to in class. I had no idea how great API was going into the adventure, but I am so

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ACADEMIC AND calendar year STUDEnTS The Intensive Language Program is best suited for a semester of study only. Students who wish to study in Argentina for the academic or calendar year should select the Argentine and Latin American Studies Program for the second semester.

Dates AND Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late January - Early May, 2015

$9,980

$12,880

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 10, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late August - Early December, 2015

$9,980

glad I picked them.” - William H.

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Integrated Studies with Argentines Program Universidad Torcuato di Tella

Classes taught in Spanish • Enroll directly in classes with argentine students • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Must have completed five semesters of college-level Spanish, or the equivalent, for admission • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Program of study statement in Spanish • Official transcript • Course form • Oral interview to confirm Spanish language proficiency

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-16 semester credits Additional courses may be taken for an extra fee

• Entry requirement: valid passport with proof of payment of reciprocity fee and supporting documents ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing • Host family located within city center • Meals and laundry service are included • All students have a private bedroom

Students start the semester with an intensive Spanish language and culture course (4 credits). This course is designed to help visiting international students to review grammatical concepts, perfect their writing and gain a more in-depth view of Argentine life and culture. During the standard semester, students will complete their classes with local Argentine students. If preferred, students may instead select from a limited number of courses that are designed for visiting international students. All courses are generally equivalent to 4 U.S. semester credits, and students typically choose 2-3 courses to complete during the semester. ACADEMIC AND calendar year STUDEnTS The Argentine academic calendar follows the calendar year. The first semester in Argentina is actually the equivalent of the spring semester in the U.S. Students who wish to study for two semesters in Argentina are encouraged to consider the Calendar Year option (spring/fall) rather than the traditional Academic Year option (fall/spring). Students selecting a Calendar Year program have access to API housing throughout their program and are not required to travel or return home during the semester break. In contrast, students selecting an Academic Year option will have approximately a 2-month break between semesters during which API housing is not provided.

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transcripts API students receive their transcript from the Universidad Torcuato di Tella upon completion of their program.

Dates and Fees

subject offerings

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Mid-February - Mid-July, 2015

Art Business Economics Film Gender Studies

$13,600

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– calendar YEAR 2015 Mid February - Late December, 2015

FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-July - Late December, 2015

$13,600

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-July, 2015 - July, 2016

History International Relations Journalism Law Literature

Mathematics Political Science Sociology Statistics

$26,600

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

$25,800

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 15, 2015 ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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API students at the Universidad Torcuato di Tella (UTDT) complete a majority of their courses with Argentine students.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

OFFERED IN This program ––---–––––––-–––––––----–––––––––––------------------------––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Contemporary Argentine Cinema Biotechnology and Business US Foreign Policy and Buenos Aires: Human Rights and Cultural Production Argentine Foreign Policy International Conflicts and Security

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to the student experience?

characteristic? Ask any API Buenos Aires student and you’ll receive the same answer: Gaby Masson knows every single detail about absolutely everything

It took no more than one day to discover the answer to that question. The value added

in Buenos Aires. As one student told me,

by the API experience lies in the talents of their fabulous staff!

“She’s a walking encyclopedia.”

Carmen Alvarez de Toledo is API’s Resident Director. She’s an old pro in the field of

And it’s true! Generally I find myself a

study abroad, though she would not approve my unauthorized use of the word “old”

little nervous about asking tour guides

here. (It’s just an idiomatic phrase, Carmen!) She has a fabulous personality and a

questions because I’m afraid that I’ll

flaming wit, and I promise you wouldn’t want to see any other face to greet you when

embarrass them by asking them a

you first arrive at the airport.

question to which they don’t know the

The ability to calm nerves is an important one for study abroad staff, as traveling abroad

answer. After about two days with Gaby,

can be rather daunting — especially when you’re not fluent in the native language.

this fear completely went away. There

Carmen, though, gave us a wonderful orientation to Argentina, which included tips on

seemed to be no end to her knowledge.

safety, how to get around, important rules for living with a host family, and fun facts

I strongly believe that the source of API’s

about Argentina. We felt knowledgeable, and, if still not quite confident, we knew we

success is its people. It’s the staff that

could ask Carmen whatever we needed to know. It felt like having a sister or an aunt

makes API Buenos Aires so very worth it.

who lived in the city; with Carmen, all topics were on the table.

I left Buenos Aires confident that I could

Carmen also takes very seriously the students’ needs to learn and have a unique

send any of my students to Buenos

experience. For example, one common experience that many visitors have when they visit Buenos Aires is a visit to a ranch, or “estancia.” Many of these estancias are available for tourists to visit for a fee. However, Carmen is not satisfied with providing a “tourist” experience for students. She arranges for students to visit a private estancia where a

Aires and they would be safe, happy, and cared for. Not only that, but they’d have a once-in-a-lifetime study abroad experience that would be worth every

real Argentine family lives for a delicious meal and a fun afternoon of horseback riding,

single penny and more.

singing, and dancing. I have a talent for none of these activities, but it didn’t matter – it

You can put a price on many things, but

felt like being with your own family. If you looked like a fool, then so be it.

Carmen and Gabby are truly priceless. I

Another area popular with tourists is the La Boca neighborhood, which has to be one

feel very fortunate to have the ability to

of the most colorful neighborhoods in the world. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the

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What value does API add

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vouch for that firsthand.

poorest in Buenos Aires. Rather than encouraging students to roam the neighborhood as tourists buying tacky souvenirs, API takes the students behind the scenes with visits to two cooperatives, one that produces books and another that bakes alfajores, which are sort of the national cookie of Argentina. When we took this tour, we learned how these co-ops were working to better the conditions of the people in La Boca. I walked away from the tour with a couple of books and several gorgeously hand-painted wooden boxes filled with alfajores. When I arrived home in the U.S., I didn’t give my family and friends souvenirs; I gave them momentos that had life and a story behind them. Plus, I also felt good that my purchases were helping to better the lives of the wonderful people we met. Our guide for both of these excursions was Gaby Masson, API’s cultural activities coordinator. Upon meeting Gaby, I was first struck by how elegant she is. She has perfect posture (she’s a skilled tango dancer), and her features look like those that would belong to a French movie star in the 1960s. I’ve probably made her sound like a snob, but in fact she’s one of the warmest people I’ve met in my life. She’s kind and generous with her time, and when guiding us through Buenos Aires she was always considerate of what we would find interesting and useful. Believe it or not, however, neither her appearance nor her warmth is what sticks out the most in my mind when I reflect on Gaby. What, then, is Gaby’s most outstanding

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THESE AMAZING

are included with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Argentina outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Buenos Aires programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

colonia del sacr amento, uruguay INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g • fa ll Colonia was founded in 1680 and was originally seen as a threat to Spanish settlers and the port had to operate in secret. The city has an historic center with cobblestone streets and picturesque architecture. Its Barrio Histórico was recognized by UNESCO and named as a heritage site in the mid-1990s. _________________________________________________

ESTANCIA VISIT s pr i n g • fa ll Argentina is known for its cattle, its wines and its grain. Argentine legends and mythology often refer to the mysterious life of the Argentine cowboy, the gaucho. Located a few hours from the city, local estancias, or ranches, are a wonderful introduction to the Argentina countryside. _________________________________________________

Igua zú Fall s s pr i n g • fa ll The name “Iguazú,” coming from the language of the Guaraní people who inhabited the area, means “Big Water.” Found within Iguazú National Park, near the borders of Argentina, Paraguay and Brazil, the Iguazú Falls are a stunning natural wonder. Declared a World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Iguazú Falls encompass nearly two miles of falls. In fact, the 275 cascades that make up Iguazú Falls are not only taller than Niagara Falls, they are also twice as wide. _________________________________________________

Tigre s pr i n g • fa ll Tigre was founded in the first half of the 1900s on an island created by the local streams and rivers. Its name is derived from its history as an area when early settlers hunted jaguars. Today the port is most known for its craft fair, known as the “Puerto de Frutos.”

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Population: 110,000 IN CITY CENTER; nearly 1,000,000 IN SURROUNDING AREA

“I will definitely recommend API

fourth largest city in argentina

have). Everything was so well

as a program (in fact I already

local wineries draw many wine connoisseurs to the area

was truly able to appreciate my study abroad experience because of API!” - bethany l.

Ideal environment FOR Nature enthusiasts

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organized, and I feel that I

mendoza

large student population

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MENDOZA MENDOZA is a beautiful city nestled in the foothills of the majestic Andes. It was the site chosen for the filming of the movie “Seven Years in Tibet.“ The metropolitan area of Mendoza is home to nearly one million inhabitants and the city is known for its lively nightlife and relaxed daytime atmosphere. The city offers great opportunities for sports enthusiasts and nature lovers to stay active and outdoors.

- courtney G., mendoza program developer

an overview of mendoza

host universitY universidad de congreso CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH Housing host families with meals G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR CALENDAR YEAR

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MENDOZA

Society, Development & SPanish Language PROGRAM Universidad de congreso

Classes taught in Spanish AND ENGLISH • International excursion IN THE FALL

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • No previous study of Spanish is required • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Oral interview to confirm Spanish language proficiency (if coursework with Argentine students is desired) • Entry requirement: valid passport with proof of payment of reciprocity fee and supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 semester credits Students selecting the Society, Development and Spanish Language Program will study at the Universidad de Congreso. Students have the option of completing Spanish language coursework in combination with elective courses in English related to Argentine culture and society, economics and politics. Coursework is designed for visiting international students, though elective courses in English are also open to Argentine students at the Universidad de Congreso.

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housing • Host family located within city center • Meals and laundry service are included • All students have a private bedroom ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees Spring semester 2015 Early March - Early June, 2015

$14,600

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– calendar YEAR 2015 Early March - Mid-December, 2015

$27,000

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Early August - Mid-December, 2015

$14,600

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015 -2016 Early August, 2015 - Early June, 2016

Advanced-level Spanish speakers have the option to complete coursework in Spanish alongside their Argentine peers. As the standard Argentine academic calendar begins earlier than the session for international students, taking courses with Argentines will require an additional fee and affect the program start date. community service/volunteer options Students interested in hands-on experience with “mendocinos”, as the local inhabitants of Mendoza are called, are welcome to volunteer at local NGOs committed to the protection of wildlife, the environment and at-risk children. ACADEMIC and calendar YEAR STUDEnTS The Argentine academic calendar follows the calendar year. The first semester in Argentina is actually the equivalent of the spring semester in the U.S. Students who wish to study for two semesters in Argentina are encouraged to consider the Calendar Year option (spring/fall). Students selecting a Calendar Year program have access to API housing throughout their program. In contrast, students selecting the more traditional Academic Year option will have approximately a 2-month break between semesters during which API housing is not provided. transcripts API students receive their transcript from the Universidad de Congreso upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Agribusiness Ecology History/Political Science

Latin American Studies Viticulture and Tourism

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN SPANISH W ITH ARGENTINES Accounting Architecture Business Administration Communications Economics

Environmental Management International Relations Law Psychology Tourism

$27,000

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

here are a few of the many

unique courses OFFERED IN this program ––---–––––––-–––––––-------------------------------------------–––––––––––------------------------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Argentine Regional Agribusiness and the Global Economy The Culture of Wine Production and Tourism Water Resource Management in an Arid Climate

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excursions _________________________________________________

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with your program fee

mendoza

are included API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Argentina outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Mendoza programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Vineyard

MENDOZA Santiago San Rafael

Igua zú Fall s s pr i n g The name “Iguazú,” coming from the language of the Guaraní people who inhabited the area, means “Big Water.” Found within Iguazú National Park, near the borders of Argentina, Paraguay and Brazil, the Iguazú Falls are a stunning natural wonder. Declared a World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Iguazú Falls encompass nearly two miles of falls. In fact, the 275 cascades that make up Iguazú Falls are not only taller than Niagara Falls, they are also twice as wide. _________________________________________________

San R afael

api program site

api excursion site

s pr i n g • fa ll San Rafael, developed from the desert, is an oasis similar to Mendoza due to its network of canals. By 1900, San Rafael had become a major destination for European immigrants, drawn by the developing fruit orchards, olives groves and vineyards. San Rafael also has a dazzling canyon formed by the Atuel River, with incredible rock formations. _________________________________________________

santiago, chile INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION fa ll Housing more than one-third of the total Chilean population, Santiago defines Chile. It is a thriving metropolis with many museums, restaurants and other cultural activities. Surrounded by mountains and with its mixture of architecture reminiscent of both old Europe and the United States, Santiago enthralls visitors. _________________________________________________

vine yar d & trek k ing s pr i n g • fa ll Nearly two-thirds of all the wine produced in Argentina comes from the province of Mendoza. Students will have the opportunity to visit a local winery and learn how the wine is produced. Students will also visit the area around the Andes and enjoy the beautiful views. 219 219

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valparaÍSO pontificia universidad catÓlica de Valparaíso • Universidad Técnica Federico Santa MarÍa

VIñA DEL MAR UNIVERSIDAD ADOLFO IBÁÑEZ • Universidad Viña del Mar

WHY CHILE? • valparaÍSO and ViÑA DEL MAR are both bustling port cities with beautiful Pacific views • A relaxed and bohemian flair • Mediterranean climate with incredible seafood • Easy access to the Pacific Ocean and beautiful beaches as well as mountains • Only 2 hours from the Chilean capital, Santiago ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “I cannot say enough good things about Karla (our Resident Director). She planned great outings for our groups and she was super helpful and nice. She helped to make my experience wonderfuL!” - Amber H.

THE BASICS

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CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0

Housing host families

TERMS SEMESTER ACADEMIC AND CALENDAR YEAR

98%

OF API CHILE STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Population: 264,000 A BUSTLING PORT WITH BEAUTIFUL PACIFIC VIEWS

SEAT OF THE CHILEAN CONGRESS

time of my life and come back a changed person. Words can’t begin to describe how much I’ve learned and grown as a person here. I cannot imagine never having this experience and I wish it would never end.” - Kaitlin C.

CHILE

FORTY “CERROS” OR HILLS TO admire THE SPARKLING OCEAN BELOW

various locations, I knew that I was going to have the

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ACCESS TO PABLO NERUDA’S HOME “LA SEBASTIANA”

“I wasn’t sure what to expect coming to Chile, but from everyone I knew who had previously studied abroad in

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valparaÍSO I grew up very close to the mountains, but all my childhood memories are associated with the ocean. I don’t remember when I first discovered Valparaíso, I just know that I love it… everything there is different: the houses seem to hang from the hills, the colors are brighter and its people are always willing to help you. Valparaíso is that magical place that lives inside every person looking for adventures, that place where you always want to come back.

- KARLA, VALPARAÍSO Resident Director

an overview of valparaÍSO

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Spanish Language & latin american studies PROGRAM Pontificia universidad CatÓlica de Valparaíso Classes taught in Spanish and english • AACSB ACCREDITED Advanced speakers may take courses with Chileans

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • No minimum study of Spanish required for Spanish language courses & English electives • Four semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent required for coursework in Spanish for international students • Six semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent required for students taking coursework with Chileans or completing the Latin American Studies certificate • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-19 semester credits

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housing • Host family located within city • Meals and laundry service are included • All students have a private bedroom

API students studying at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV) have the option of taking Spanish language courses at the beginning, intermediate or advanced levels with other visiting international students. Students also complete elective coursework in English or Spanish. Students who place into the advanced level of Spanish on the PUCV placement test are welcome to take coursework with local Chilean students in lieu of some elective courses. Courses with Chilean students will end later than courses with international students, and will require an extra fee for extended housing. Students selecting the Early Start option arrive four weeks prior to the start of the standard university semester and complete a 90-contact hour Spanish course to improve their Spanish skills. Business courses at PUCV are AACSB accredited. LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES CERTIFICATE - FALL ONLY Advanced-level Spanish speakers studying abroad during the fall are eligible to earn a special Latin American Studies Certificate from the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso. To do so, students must complete coursework focused on the diverse aspects of contemporary Latin America. This multidisciplinary track allows students to complete all coursework in Spanish. Students may select from coursework in literature, history, political science, sociology and geography. Some courses are offered just for visiting international students and other courses can be completed with local Chilean students. Students may only complete this program during the U.S. fall semester. ACADEMIC and calendar YEAR STUDEnTS The Chilean academic calendar follows the calendar year. The first semester in Chile is actually the equivalent of the spring semester in the U.S. Students who wish to study for two semesters in Chile are encouraged to consider the Calendar Year option (spring/fall). Students selecting a Calendar Year program have access to API housing throughout their program. In contrast, students selecting the more traditional Academic Year option will have approximately a 2-month break between semesters during which API housing is not provided. Both Early Start options include an intensive Spanish course prior to the start of the first semester in Chile. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso upon completion of their program.

“My family was wonderful. I felt like a part of their family instead of a foreign intruder. They provided a nice balance of inclusion and independence for me.” - SARA S.

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Dates AND Fees

TAUGHT IN SPANISH Art History Chilean Culture History

SPRING SEMESTER 2015 early start Late January - Mid July, 2015 $13,380

Literature Spanish

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN SPANISH WITH CHILEAN STUDENTS Linguistics Accounting Mathematics Agronomy Music Architecture Philosophy Art Physics Biochemistry Political Science Biology Psychology Engineering Religious Studies Education Social Work Graphic/Industrial Design Spanish and Communication History Statistics Journalism Translation Kinesiology Law

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN ENGLISH WITH INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Art History History International Relations Cultural Studies Film Literature Gender Studies Political Science ––---–––––––-–––––––----–––––––––––------------------------––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Contemporary Latin American Film Ecoliterature/Ecocriticism: Representations of Nature in Contemporary Latin American Literature

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Subject Offerings

APPLICATION DEADLINE November 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late February - Mid-July, 2015

$11,680

APPLICATION DEADLINE November 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– calendar YEAR 2015 early start Late January - December, 2015 $24,880 APPLICATION DEADLINE November 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– calendar YEAR 2015 Late February - December, 2015

$22,680

$13,380

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 10, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late July - Mid-December, 2015

$11,680

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 early start Late June, 2015 - July, 2016 $24,880 APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 10, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late July, 2015 - July, 2016

$22,680

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Trust In The Fog

AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF former API viña del mar STUDENT, Maia Pugh - Luther College

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In my daypack,

the conductors used to get people off the train as anything warm still seemed a long way off.

I had packed a water bottle, plenty of snacks, some cash, a hat, gloves, a notebook, a

It was at this moment, doing my best to

flashlight, a first aid kit and my trusty bottle of pepper spray. With my full coffee mug in

place one foot in front of the other as we

one hand, and a copy of the day’s itinerary in the other, I greeted the frigid morning air

trudged through the fog, that I realized

and confidently climbed into the van with the other students in the API Viña del Mar/

how helpless I felt. Despite my efforts

Valparaíso program, certain that I was well-prepared for the first day of our excursion

to be prepared for this journey, the

in Maule, a region of southern Chile.

daypack on my back and the itinerary

We sat quietly, peering out the frosty windows as the rising sun began to reveal a

still clenched in my fist seemed utterly

dense fog that cloaked our surroundings, limiting our vision to only faint outlines of

useless. I often pride myself on my ability

houses, the edges of rolling vineyards, and a few meters of the newly paved highway

to plan ahead and hence to be prepared

that stretched out before us. Soon we arrived in the parking lot of a very small train

for what is to come, but trapped in the

station where we climbed out of the van and onto the platform of “el ultimo ramal,” the

cold fog with no choice but to follow

oldest stretch of train track in Chile still used today.

the group and trust in the unknown, my

I pulled on my hat and gloves and checked the itinerary as we boarded the small, rickety train car. Karla, our program director, had told us to be prepared for cold weather, but

cocoon of plans that protects me from surprises, was forced open.

none of us had anticipated the biting icy air that would seep through our layers and zap

However, after several minutes, we

the feeling from our fingers and toes for the next three hours. Having lived in Iowa for

reached the hill’s summit to find a

the last five years, where essentially the most beautiful landscape consists of a rolling

delicious breakfast and coffee waiting

cornfield beside another rolling cornfield, living in Chile, which has the some of the most

for us. I turned to look at the valley from

diverse and rich geography imaginable, has been incredible. I can walk down the street

which we had just come. The fog was

from my host family’s house onto the beach, travel a few hours south to go skiing in the

quickly lifting to reveal a spectacular

mountains, or a few hours north to explore the Atacama desert. But after the first hour in

view of the journey from the train station,

that train, curled up against the girl next to me, not sure when I would feel my feet again,

across the river, and up the hill, that we

nothing sounded better than being in hot, humid Iowa alongside those endless golden

had completed. I tossed the itinerary

cornfields. My daypack dropped to the cold metal floor, the crumpled itinerary rested

into the trash can and simply trusted.

limply in my hand, and for the very first time since I got to Chile, I wanted be at home.

Letting go of the desire to understand

Finally, a building emerged from the fog and the train came to a creaking, moaning

and anticipate what is happening at

halt. The conductor spoke in rapid Chilean Spanish, of which I gathered only a few

every moment has certainly been a

words, the most important of which was “café.” This was just enough to motivate us to

challenge that I have encountered more

our feet and out onto the platform where Karla told us that we would take a boat across

than once during my time in Chile.

the river. Picturing something that might resemble a small river ferry boat, we rounded

But it is often at these times when I

the corner and climbed down the river bank to find two small fishing boats. Thick fog

am forced to simply let go and trust in

still blanketed the ground and water, limiting our sight to only a few meters ahead of

what I do not know or understand, that

us, but despite our perpetuated state of dismay, we managed to slip into life jackets

I stumble upon the best experiences.

and make our way four-at-a-time to the opposite bank of the river. As we followed

We spent the rest of that day in the

José, a sturdy, kind Chilean man who had greeted us at the platform, up the side of a

warm sunlight, exploring the vineyards,

steep hill, I began to wonder if telling us that coffee was nearby was some sort of ploy

winery, farmland, and small town of Gonzalez Bastias. The “campesino,” or “countryman” lifestyle in Chile is

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very different from the fast-paced, increasingly-modernized lifestyle of the cities. Only by letting go and trusting in the fog, which kept me from being able to know or anticipate what was to come, was I able to truly experience and appreciate this new way of living.

Internship option for Spanish Language & latin american studies program

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valpar aÍSO

Business Internship Track 4-5 credits

• ADVANCED LEVEL OF SPANISH REQUIRED • STUDENTS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY EARLY! Students with an advanced Spanish level are eligible to complete a credit-bearing internship in the field of business. The program is designed for students interested in business administration, family and small business management, marketing, tourism and entrepreneurship. The internship represents a total of 180 work hours and students will complete a complementary course alongside the internship to orient them to the economic and business environment of Chile. Students who select the internship option may enroll in a maximum of three additional courses during the standard semester, selecting from advanced language courses or business– oriented elective courses for international students in English or Spanish. Options include such courses as Political and Social Change in Chile and Latin America (taught in English), Globalization and Social Justice (taught in English), Marketing I & II (taught in Spanish), Administration de Negocios (taught in Spanish) and more. Students selecting this option are encouraged to select the early-start option, so as to have an additional month to practice their Spanish skills prior to the start of the internship and standard semester. This track will require an additional fee of US$400.

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CHILE

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INTEGRATED STUDIES PROGRAM Universidad tÉcnica federico santa marÍa

Classes taught in Spanish • Intensive Spanish course available prior to semester

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Open to advanced/superior-level Spanish speakers • 6 semesters of college level Spanish or equivalent • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • CV or résumé • Statement of purpose in Spanish • Oral interview to show Spanish proficiency • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-17 semester credits

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housing • Host family located within city • Meals and laundry service are included • All students have a private bedroom ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late February - Mid-July, 2015

$13,250

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– calendar YEAR 2015 Late February - Late December, 2015

$25,250

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late July - Late December, 2015

$13,250

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 10, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late July, 2015 - Mid-July, 2016

$25,250

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 10, 2015 ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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The Integrated Studies Program at the Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María (UTFSM) offers students the opportunity to take courses at one of the most highly ranked universities in Chile alongside Chilean students. The university’s beautiful campus overlooks the ocean and inspires students to spend time studying outdoors. All students will complete a 2-week intensive Spanish course prior to the start of the standard semester. During the semester, students may select a combination of courses designed for visiting international students in Spanish or integrated courses with Chilean students. Courses designed for visiting international students are offered in the areas of anthropology, history, geography and more, provided enrollment targets are met. For courses taken with Chileans, most students select courses in the social sciences and humanities. Students interested in science and engineering coursework may choose any course for which they have completed the prerequisite courses on their home campus. Interested students can take a semester-long Spanish course along with their other courses. ACADEMIC and calendar YEAR STUDEnTS The Chilean academic calendar follows the calendar year. The first semester in Chile is actually the equivalent of the spring semester in the U.S. Students who wish to study for two semesters in Chile are encouraged to consider the Calendar Year option (spring/fall). Students selecting a Calendar Year program have access to API housing throughout their program and are not required to travel or return home during the semester break. In contrast, students selecting an Academic Year option will have approximately a 2-month break between semesters during which API housing is not provided. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN SPANISH Architecture Civil Engineering Chemistry Computer Science DEFIDER (Sports) Electricity

Electronics Humanities Industrial Engineering/Business Mathematics Mechanics Science of Materials

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN SPANISH WITH INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Anthropology Environmental Studies Business Geography Chilean Literature History

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with your program fee _________________________________________________

Valle de Elquí

VALPARAÍSO Isla Negra Pomaire

Santiago Vineyard

URUGUAY

ARGENTINA

API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Chile outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Valparaíso programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

isl a de CHILOÉ

CHILE

are included

valpar aÍSO

excursions

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Chiloé Archipelago is made up by Isla Grande and 40 smaller islands. Students visit the famous churches in Dalcahue-Achao and Quinchao Island and go hiking in the Chiloé National Park. _________________________________________________

Isla de Chiloé

isl a negr a

s pr i n g • fa ll

Isla Negra was made famous by the decision of Pablo Neruda, one of Chile’s greatest poets, to establish a home there. Neruda described the island to be a place where “todo florece” (“everything flourishes”). _________________________________________________

api program site

api excursion site

POMAIRE

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Located approximately 50 kilometers west of Santiago, Pomaire is famous for its tradition of making clay products. During their visit, students have the chance to meet local artisans and participate in a pottery class. All will have an opportunity to make the 3-legged piglets characteristic of this quaint town. _________________________________________________

santiago

s pr i n g • fa ll

Housing more than one-third of the total Chilean population, Santiago defines Chile for many visitors. It is a thriving metropolis with a wealth of museums, restaurants and other cultural activities. _________________________________________________

valle de elqui

fa ll

In every travel guide the Valle del Elqui appears as a “must see” in Chile, not only because it offers 300 days of sun per year, but also because of its exotic landscapes and relationship with the Incan culture. The visit will include a trekking adventure through the Andes, a visit to the Mamalluca Observatory, and a visit to the original Inca towns in the area. _________________________________________________

Vine yar d

s pr i n g • fa ll

Chile is widely recognized for the quality of its wines, especially Carmenere, a variety of grape that was once close to extinction due to a plague in France. Students have the opportunity to learn more about Chilean wine and its roots dating back to the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century.

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THE SMALL THINGS AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF former API viña del mar STUDENT, Maia Pugh - Luther College

VIÑA DEL MAR

Remnants of my life at home fill my Facebook NEWS FEED:

Two months into my semester abroad,

my cousin just got married,

and to stop seeing what is around me.

three of my best friends just celebrated their twenty-first birthdays,

It is at this point that it becomes easy to

my parents are visiting my brother at college tomorrow,

scroll through the life on the computer

there’s a concert at my school this weekend,

screen that goes on without me, and to

and judging by the plethora of statuses about

miss things like being able to choose

pumpkin spice lattes,

what I eat, do my own laundry, and

apple-picking, and the

spend time with my family and friends.

changing of the leaves,

But in missing those things I am really

It would appear that fall is on its way.

missing the incredible life I have here.

Here in Viña del Mar, Chile, as I settle into my semester abroad, it is easy to let nostalgia

There is a valuable reason that I have

seep and to begin taking it all for granted. Things that at first captured my attention – the sparkling ocean a block from my house, the delicious food that my host mom and sister prepare in our tiny kitchen, the bus driver that smiles and wishes me a good day, the remarkable view of the city from my school, the dog that gets up from its nap in an old cardboard box and begs for a pat on the head, the smell of fresh empanadas from the café on the corner, the chatter of the street vendors as they set up their booths, the musician on the boardwalk and the one on the metro. My host mother arriving home from a twelve-hour day of work, smiling and telling me what a wonderful day it was, how thankful she is – have all become absorbed into my daily routine. I sit on the beach and dip my toes in the ocean, eat breakfast, lunch, and once, get on the bus and say “hola,” and off the bus. “Chau. Gracias.” Study at school by the window, walk home on the sidewalk stepping over empty cardboard boxes, eat an empanada. Pass by the vendors and their crafts, drop my change in the open guitar case on my way across the boardwalk, and into the hand of the man on the metro, and kiss my host mother on the cheek when she comes in the door. I forget to be thankful.

I have recently become very aware of how easy it is to get stuck in a routine

sacrificed parts of my comfortable life at home to come here. During my first meal with my host family, my host mom used the word “aprovechar,”

which

means

“to

take advantage of,” to explain how important and valuable this study abroad experience could be if I really absorbed what was around me in every possible way. At the time, I understood this lesson to mean to never say no to any opportunity, to go on as many adventures as possible. But half way through my experience, I am beginning to understand “aprovechar” in a new way. Not every day is full of wild adventures and discoveries. Nor should it be. Instead, each day is full of small things that when recognized and appreciated, make sacrificing things to be here worthwhile and leave no room for nostalgia or homesickness. Everything will be more or less as I left it when I get home. There will be many more birthday celebrations, time to spend with my family, meals of my choosing, and pumpkin spice lattes. There will not however, be bus drivers

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wishing me a good day in Spanish, my host mom singing in the kitchen after a long day of work, dogs waking up to accompany me on my walks home, or the smell of fresh empanadas. These are parts of my everyday life in Chile to take advantage of and be thankful for.

Population: 287,000 Built on land of Two former estates a university town

“MY resident director WAS great! She was an amazing resource during my time in Chile. She consistently went any way we needed and we were truly treated as a part

A relaxed lifestyle

of her family. I learned so much about Chile and its

Tourist capital of Chile

culture from her!” - ALLYN C.

Often called the “Garden City”

CHILE

way above and beyond her job description to help us in

PLENTIFUL beaches

VIÑA DEL MAR

located on the Pacific Ocean

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VIÑA DEL MAR an overview Viña del Mar is the order after the chaos, the warmness of the sun, the sea in your living room and having tea with friends. I like the calmness of Viña del Mar, the great restaurants, museums and variety of activities. Discover Viña, and who knows, you may end up calling this city your home, just like me.

- KARLA, Viña del Mar Resident Director

of VIÑA DEL MAR host universities Universidad ADOLFO IBÁÑEZ Universidad Viña del Mar CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH Housing host families with meals G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR calendar year

api gives back viña del mar

viña del mar resident direc tor / K arl a

PAST experiences HAVE includeD • Serving disadvantaged children and youth • City beautification projects 229

CHILE

VIÑA DEL MAR

BUSINESS AND LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES PROGRAM UNIVERSIDAD ADOLFO IBÁÑEZ Classes taught in Spanish and english • Advanced speakers may take courses with Chileans AACSB accreditation

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Open to students at all levels of Spanish; one semester of Spanish language highly recommended • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-17 semester credits

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The Business and Latin American Studies Program at the Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI) is open to students at all Spanish levels. Students have the opportunity to complete Spanish language courses along with business, Chilean culture, and Latin American studies courses in English or Spanish. Students with an advanced level of Spanish are welcome to select integrated courses with Chilean students from the standard university course offerings. Courses are available in business administration, engineering, journalism and psychology, as well as other areas of liberal arts and the social sciences. Students who elect to complete courses with Chilean students will need to stay several extra weeks in Chile due to a more extensive exam period and will be assessed an additional fee for extending their housing. Business courses at UAI are AACSB accredited.

housing

During the orientation period on-site, all students complete a language placement test to determine their Spanish level.

• Host family located within city • Meals and laundry service are included • All students have a private bedroom

$12,200

ACADEMIC and calendar YEAR STUDEnTS The Chilean academic calendar follows the calendar year. The first semester in Chile is actually the equivalent of the spring semester in the U.S. Students who wish to study for two semesters in Chile are encouraged to consider the Calendar Year option (spring/fall). Students selecting a Calendar Year program have access to API housing throughout their program and are not required to travel or return home during the semester break. In contrast, students selecting an Academic Year option will have approximately a 2-month break between semesters during which API housing is not provided.

transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez upon completion of their program.

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late February - Late June, 2014

calendar YEAR 2015 Late February - Early December, 2015

$23,880

$12,200

$23,580

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 10, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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CHILE

VIÑA DEL MAR

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN SPANISH WITH INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Art History Literature Chilean Culture Political Science History Spanish

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN SPANISH WITH CHILEAN STUDENTS Business Law Communications Literature Design Natural Sciences Engineering Philosophy Government Psychology History Journalism

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN ENGLISH WITH INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS International Relations Business Marketing Cultural Studies Economics Political Science Film History

“I absolutely LOVE my host family. They are so sweet to me, especially the mom. She is patient, willing to listen, and understands me even when there is a language barrier.” - MARGARET M.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Economic Development in Latin America: Milestones and Crisis Capitalism, Socialism, and Communism in Latin America Latin American in the Age of Globalization Social Conflict in Latin America

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CHILE

VIÑA DEL MAR

Spanish Language & Latin american studies PROGRAM UNIVERSIDAD VIÑA DEL MAR

Classes taught in Spanish and english • Advanced speakers may take courses with Chileans

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors • Open to students at all levels of Spanish; one semester of Spanish language highly recommended • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-17 semester credits

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housing • Host family located within city • Meals and laundry service are included • All students have a private bedroom

The Universidad Viña del Mar is a private institution in Chile that offers visiting students the opportunity to complete Spanish language courses at all levels in combination with a variety of elective courses in either English or Spanish. All students complete a placement test upon arrival to determine their Spanish level. All Spanish language and culture courses consist only of visiting students, but courses taught in English are also open to Chilean students. Additionally, advanced-level Spanish speakers have the opportunity to complete a “Cultures in Contact” course with local Chilean students. Students selecting this course may choose to complete volunteer work to further advance their understanding of the Chilean culture and society. Advanced Spanish speakers who are interested in completing additional courses with Chileans are advised that integrated classes end a bit later than courses for visiting students. Students selecting this option would have a later program end date and would be required to pay an additional fee to extend their API housing. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Universidad Viña del Mar upon completion of their program.

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early March - Mid-July, 2015

$12,600

APPLICATION DEADLINE November 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– calendar YEAR 2015 Early March - Mid-December, 2015

$22,880

APPLICATION DEADLINE November 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Early August - Mid-December, 2015

$12,600

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early August, 2015 - Mid-July, 2016 $22,880 APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Socioeconomic Evolution of Latin America An Ethical Approach to the Contemporary World Andean Ecology Indigenous Peoples in Chile Social Inequality, Exclusion, and Democracy

CHILE

VIÑA DEL MAR

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN SPANISH Chilean Culture History Film

Literature Political Science Spanish Language

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN SPANISH WITH CHILEAN STUDENTS Architecture/Design Law Education Psychology Engineering Public Relations Health Sciences Sociology Journalism Social Work

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN ENGLISH WITH INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Business Gender Studies International Relations Cultural Studies Political Science Environmental Studies

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Socioeconomic Evolution of Latin America An Ethical Approach to the Contemporary World ANdean Ecology Indigenous Peoples in Chile Social Inequality, Exclusion, and Democracy

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excursions CHILE

VIÑA DEL MAR

THESE AMAZING

are included with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Chile outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Viña del Mar programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

isl a de CHILOÉ

Valle de Elquí

VIÑA DEL MAR Isla Negra Pomaire

s pr i n g

Isla de Chiloé

s pr i n g • fa ll

POMAIRE

s pr i n g

Pomaire is famous for its tradition of making clay products. Students will meet local artisans and participate in a pottery class. All will have an opportunity to make the 3-legged piglets characteristic of this quaint town. _________________________________________________

santiago

s pr i n g • fa ll

valle de elqui

fa ll

In every travel guide the Valle del Elqui appears as a “must see” in Chile, not only because it offers 300 days of sun per year, but also because of its exotic landscapes and relationship with the Incan culture. The visit includes a trekking adventure through the Andes, a visit to the Mamalluca Observatory, and a visit to the original Inca towns in the area. _________________________________________________

Vine yar d

s pr i n g • fa ll

URUGUAY

ARGENTINA

isl a negr a

Santiago Vineyard

api program site

api excursion site

COSTA RICA

SAN JOAQUÍN DE FLORES Instituto San Joaquín de Flores

SAN JOSÉ International Center for Development StudieS • Universidad Veritas

WHY COSTA RICA? • Colonial flair of San Joaquín de Flores • San José voted as the “Hispanic American Capital of Culture” • Wonderful climate • A wide variety of national parks and seashores • Community service and volunteer opportunities • Opportunities to visit quaint villages, farms and coffee plantations ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “API gave me all of the essential information I needed while still giving me my independence in the incredible country of Costa Rica!” - elizabeth v.

THE BASICS

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CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0

Housing host families

TERMS SEMESTER • QUARTER ACADEMIC YEAR

90%

OF API COSTA RICA STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

“API TRULY EXCEEDED MY EXPECTATIONS.

Population: 16,000

THE STAFF ARE INCREDIBLY HELPFUL AND ACCESSIBLE. I FELT I COULD GO TO THEM WITH ANY PROBLEM WHATSOEVER. IT ALSO SEEMS THAT AFTER TALKING WITH OTHER AMERICAN STUDENTS HERE, API PROVIDED MANY MORE

90 minutes to beautiful beaches

SERVICES THAN MOST OTHER PROGRAMS AND

40 minutes to National Parks

SUPPORTED THEIR STUDENTS FAR BEYOND THE NORM. THANK YOU API!” - rachel, m.

COSTA RICA

Walking distance to almost everything in the TOWN

SAN JOAQUÍN DE FLORES

charming, colorful and quaint colonial town located ten miles from San José

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SAN JOAQUÍN DE FLORES San Joaquín de Flores is a small town where you can breathe fresh air and meet friendly people. Walking through San Joaquín during the morning, you will see many people strolling and exercising in the streets. The town functions like a ‘big family’ because almost everyone knows each other. This makes San Joaquín a peaceful place where students enjoy studying and meeting tico friends.

- ESTEBAN, San Joaquín de Flores Resident Director

an overview

of san joaquÍN DE FLORES host universitY Instituto San Joaquín de Flores CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH Housing host families with meals G.P.A. 3.0 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

api gives back

san joaquín de flores

san joaquÍN de FLORES resident direc tor / esteban

PAST experiences HAVE includeD • Beach clean up • Teaching English to locals • Volunteering at orphanage 237

COSTA RICA

SAN JOAQUÍN DE FLORES

Spanish Language & Latin American Studies PROGRAM Instituto San Joaquín de Flores (ISJF) Classes taught in Spanish • community service opportunities transcript from u.s. accredited institution (FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY) • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors • Open to advanced and superior level Spanish speakers • Completion of four semesters of college level Spanish or the equivalent • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-270 hours per semester • 12-18 semester credits

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housing • Host family • Meals and laundry service are included • All students have a private bedroom ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Mid-May, 2015

$12,250

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late August - Mid-December, 2015

All students enroll in 4-6 classes per semester, and each course is equivalent to a total of 3 semester credits. All students are highly encouraged to enroll in a Spanish language class. Each student’s language level is determined by a Spanish placement exam administered upon arrival by the Instituto San Joaquín de Flores. Community-based learning Students who seek active involvement with local community members in San Joaquín are encouraged to select the Advanced Spanish Conversation course. As part of the course, students complete 20 or more hours of community service at local schools, libraries or retirement homes. transcripts API students receive a transcript from U.S.-accredited Fairfield University upon completion of the program. Fairfield University is a four-year, fully-accredited U.S. university located in Fairfield, Connecticut.

Subject Offerings Business Cinema Communications Cultural Studies Ecotourism

Education History International Relations Literature Music

Political Science Sociology Spanish

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Designed for American students, the program at the Instituto San Joaquín de Flores (ISJF) offers advanced and superior level Spanish language courses along with a variety of electives including the arts, literature, cultural studies, sociology, and environmental studies taught in Spanish. Students will have the opportunity to interact with “ticos” (as Costa Ricans refer to themselves) outside of the classroom by participating in community service opportunities and cultural activities.

$23,000

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES OFFERED IN this program

Conservation and Ecotourism Cultural History of Latin America Latin American Music Forest and Watershed Management

“I honestly can say that my host family made my entire study abroad experience as great as it was. They were very welcoming from the beginning and I never felt 238

awkward in their home.” - Jennifer p.

COSTA RICA

Instituto San Joaquín de Flores Classes taught in Spanish and english • volunteer opportunities transcript from u.s. accredited institution (FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY) • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors • Requires a minimum of one year of college-level Spanish or the equivalent • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 180-270 hours per semester • 12-18 semester credits The Instituto San Joaquín de Flores (ISDF) offers students an opportunity to take classes alongside other visiting American students in a small-town setting that provides unique opportunities for integration with Costa Rican locals. As a participant in the this program, students will perfect their Spanish language skills while completing additional elective courses in English or Spanish. Students must have completed a minimum of two semesters of Spanish at the college level prior to enrolling in the program. Students will complete an intermediate or advanced level Spanish course. Students are free to select among electives offered in Spanish and English at ISDF.

housing

Students at the advanced level of Spanish are welcome to combine some electives in English with courses offered in Spanish from the Spanish Language and Latin American Studies Program at ISDF. Each course is equivalent to three (3) U.S. semester credits.

• Host family located within city center • Meals and laundry service are included • All students have a private bedroom

transcripts API students receive a transcript from U.S.-accredited Fairfield University upon completion of the program. Fairfield University is a four-year, fully-accredited U.S. university located in Fairfield, Connecticut.

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Mid-May, 2015

Subject Offerings Environmental Studies

Spanish Language

$12,500

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 10, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late August - Mid-December, 2015

SAN JOAQUÍN DE FLORES

SUSTAINABILITY AND Environmental Studies Program

$12,500

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES OFFERED IN this program

Marine Biology Tropical Ecology Conservation and Ecotourism Forestry and Watershed Management

“I was extremely happy with my housing in costa rica. I haVE certain medical concerns with food restrictions. after explaining those to my Resident Director, I was placed with a host moM who went above and beyond to make sure my stay was safe, enjoyable and memorable.” - brynna T.

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excursions COSTA RICA

SAN JOAQUÍN DE FLORES

THESE AMAZING

Granada

NICARAGUA

are included with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Costa Rica outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API San Joaquín de Flores programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Rincón de la Vieja

San José

Arenal fa ll Arenal Volcano National Park is located in central Costa Rica. The park is surrounded by rainforests and cloud forests with waterfalls and hot springs (heated by the volcano) nearby. _________________________________________________

Bocas del Toro

C ar tago s pr i n g • fa ll Cartago was Costa Rica’s first capital until 1823. Students visit the most important sites in the city, as well as the Orosi Valley, founded by the Franciscan monks in 1561. It is home to the country’s oldest church, which was built in 1735. _________________________________________________

inb io parque s pr i n g • fa ll During this tour, students will experience a variety of tropical forest trails enjoying the flora and fauna of the area, including frogs, butterflies, iguanas, sloths, alligators, birds, turtles and snakes. _________________________________________________

Panama or Nic ar agua INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g • fa ll Bocas del Toro, PanamA: The archipelago of Bocas del Toro offers white-sand beaches, lagoons, and incredible opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, diving and sunbathing. It is also an area rich in wildlife. Granada, Nicaragua: Granada was founded in 1524 and is one of the oldest settlements in Nicaragua. _________________________________________________

Rincon de la Vieja National Park s pr i n g The region bursts with fumaroles, hot springs, lively mud pots, and a young and feisty volcancito. _________________________________________________

SAN JOSÉ

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Students will spend two nights in the historic capital of San Jose, and will visit local attractions such as the Museo Nacional, the Museo de Oro Precolombino, and the Museo de Jade.

api program site

api excursion site

Population: 260,000 Capital city of Costa Rica

“I just wanted to say thank you API for giving

Wonderful climate

me the opportunity to be in Costa Rica to learn

Close proximity to beaches and mountains

costa ric a

about myself, the culture, and possible career choices!” - Genesis A.

San JosÉ

Great museums

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SAN JOSÉ Some of my favorite spots in San JOSÉ include the National Theater, the Cathedral, the National Cemetery and the National Museum. Prior to 1948, the National Museum was the headquarters for the National Army. In 1948, the government wrote the new constitution, which abolished the Army and after that, the building was converted into a museum that houses preColumbian artifacts. - FRANCY, San JOSÉ Resident Director

an overview OF SAN JOSÉ

host universities International Center for Development StudieS Universidad Veritas CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH Housing host families with meals G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0 termS SEMESTER • QUARTER ACADEMIC year

api gives back san josé

san josÉ resident direc tor / fr ancy

past experiences have included • Beach clean up • Teaching English to locals • Volunteering at orphanage 241

costa ric a

San JosÉ

Development STUDIES in Latin America PROGRAM International Center for Development Studies

Classes taught in Spanish and english • community service opportunities • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • No previous knowledge of Spanish is required, but one semester is recommended • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS 225 hours per semester • 15 semester credits

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Mid-January - Mid-April, 2015

$14,480

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September - Early December, 2015 $14,480 APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

This program offers students the opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge of human rights, analyze challenges to environmental sustainability, and understand human development in greater complexity. Gender issues, social cohesion, the dichotomy of exclusion and inclusion, as well as the relationship between Latin America and the United States, are just some of the many components of development explored in this program. The analysis of case studies and handson engagement with the local community are features of this program. The program features two core courses that all students will complete. “Community Engagement and Sustainable Human Development” is a service-learning course in which students participate in community-based volunteer work followed by guided reflection sessions to properly contextualize their experiences. Additionally, students will complete a Spanish language course to further develop their language skills. Though all courses other than the language class are taught in English, students can choose to progressively incorporate Spanish into their coursework. Students may elect to complete readings in Spanish and submit all papers and other projects in Spanish as well. This gives this program a bilingual character which, combined with living with local families and numerous field trips to sites throughout the country, provides students with an excellent opportunity for linguistic and cultural immersion. Teaching takes place at the Universidad Latina in Lourdes de Montes de Oca (San José), both a business and residential area to the northeast of downtown San José. Universidad Latina de Costa Rica is the country’s largest private higher institution of learning. With a student body of 16,000, the university features a very modern infrastructure, including libraries, bookstores, coffee shops and a food court. academic Field trips To illustrate and better understand the subject of study, students benefit from several field trips where they can observe such varied activities as nature tourism, applied biological research, wildlife management and other examples of sustainable human development at work. transcripts API students receive a transcript issued jointly by the Universidad Latina de Costa Rica and the International Center for Development Studies (ICDS) upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Cultural Studies Ecotourism Environmental Science Human Rights

International Relations Literature Political Science Sociology

Spanish Sustainable Development

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Community Engagement and Local Development Development in Latin America from a Gender Perspective Current Environmental Issues in Latin America Sustainable Tourism and Local Development 242

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HEALTH IN LATIN AMERICA PROGRAM

Classes taught in Spanish and english • LOCAL HEALTHCARE VISITS • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Minimum of one year of college-level Spanish or the equivalent required • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS WINTER quarter only 12 quarter credits

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housing • Host family located within city • Meals and laundry service are included ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees WINTER QUARTER 2015 Early January - Late March, 2015

$13,580

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

The International Center for Development Studies (ICDS), in partnership with Hospital Clínica Bíblica, offers an eleven-week program to provide university students in the health fields an opportunity to improve their language proficiency and interact with Spanish-speaking patients and their families, while gaining a more in-depth understanding of healthcare in Latin America. Two of the courses offered will be taught under the care of Hospital Clínica Bíblica, Costa Rica’s largest and most prestigious private hospital with over 70 years of experience. The program offers two weekend field study field trips around the country. transcripts API students receive a transcript issued jointly by the Universidad Latina de Costa Rica and the International Center for Development Studies (ICDS) upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Health Economics

Spanish Language

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Healthcare Systems in Latin America Health and Vulnerable Populations Economics of Health Care Systems Spanish for Health Sciences

“I was very happy with my host mother. She was extremely helpful in improving my spanish skills. She was a kind woman and a great cook. I have no complaints.” - daniel s.

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Art and Design Program Universidad Veritas

Classes taught in Spanish • VOLUNTEER opportunities • International excursion for fall participants

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to students with an advanced level of Spanish only • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS SEMESTER 12 -18 credit hours This program offers advanced Spanish speakers the opportunity to take integrated courses with local Costa Rican students in the areas of advertising design, architecture, digital animation, interior design, photography, and product design. Students are highly encouraged to complete an intensive month of Spanish upon arrival and may consider taking one elective course in Spanish for international students to complement their studies with local students. Program fees include a maximum of up to 18 credit hours, which may consist of a mix of integrated courses with Costa Rican students and 1-2 courses designed for visiting international students.

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$10,980

$10,380

$20,360

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All students will complete an online written Spanish placement test prior to departure. Students who do not demonstrate a high level of Spanish will be asked to consider alternate program options at Veritas for visiting international students. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Universidad Veritas upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Advertising Design Architecture Digital Animation Interior Design

Photography Product Design Spanish Language

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Animation Environmental Design Landscapes and Environment Introduction to Multimedia Thought, Esthetics and Representation

What Is Home?

with many definitions.

to settle into their routine: dinner times, when it is appropriate to shower and when they go to sleep. You adjust to this new home. If you start traveling on the

It changes its meaning a lot through the course of a lifetime. It starts out being where

weekends, usually two or three days is

you grew up, where you and your family lived. It was a place where you could feel

enough, then you begin to miss home.

safe and make memories; memories of birthday parties, family gatherings or simply

Not the same home you were missing

a dinner with your family. Usually a warm and concrete idea growing up, then, sooner

in the beginning, though. Now you want

than you think, it is time to leave the comfort of this place you spent 18 years. It is time

to return to your host family, the people

to move on to college. After you move out of the dorms and into a house or apartment

you now see on a daily basis.

with your friends, the idea of home begins to form probably for the first time. It begins to form because no longer do you have to tell your parents where you are going, it is your first sense of independence. This is what happened for me; no longer do I say I am going home for the weekend, rather I am going to my parents’ house for the weekend.

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Home is a strange concept, and I did not realize how much it changes in a lifetime until I studied abroad and found myself feeling these things I have described.

Studying abroad offers another change to this perspective of home. When you first arrive

Although I still have a desire to go back

in your country of choice, frequently you begin to compare this new world to your old one.

to my home in the United States, I really

You may even start to miss home. All you want to do is go home, back to the United States.

like to spend time at my new home. It

This is completely normal. Nearly everyone in my study abroad group has had some kind

is a different feeling and very hard to

of culture shock and has had days when they really start to miss home. There are so many

describe. For me, home is no longer an

things you can do to battle this feeling. Keep in contact with all your family and friends via

object, but instead an idea that offers

text, email or Facebook. Do not go too crazy and miss out on important experiences you

security, people who care for you and

should be having while abroad. Relax and have fun, the most important advice of all. When

above all, a place to make memories.

your friends start to do things without you, do not get stressed or sad because you will be reunited with them and everything will return to normal. Soon though, after the initial culture shock, you begin to notice the wonderful things

“Never make your home in a place. Make a home for yourself inside your own head. You’ll find what you need to furnish

about your new home. It is really quite amazing how quickly you begin to fall in love

it- memory, friends you can trust, love

with your new surroundings. You start finding the beauty in the smallest things. Every

of learning, and other such things. That

conversation you have in a new language is a small victory and being able to notice

way it will go with you wherever you journey.” –Tad Williams

your language is improving is a great feeling. If you live with a host family, you begin

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Intensive Language Program Universidad Veritas

Classes taught in Spanish & english • VOLUNTEER opportunities • International excursion (fall/spring)

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • No previous knowledge of Spanish is required, but one semester is recommended • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS quarter 288 - 300 CONTACT hours per semester • 12- 19 semester credits quarter early start 368-380 contact hours per semester • 15-24 semester credits

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$11,380

FALL QUARTER 2015 Late September - Late December, 2015 $9,880 APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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The Intensive Language Program at the Universidad Veritas facilitates rapid acquisition of Spanish language skills. Students participating in a quarter program will complete a series of three, 4-week intensive Spanish courses. Each language course has a total of 80 contact hours; students are advised that U.S. universities may award 3-5 credits for each intensive Spanish course. All students will complete a Spanish placement test online prior to their departure to determine their Spanish level. Students who select the early-start option in either the fall or spring quarter complete one additional 4-week intensive Spanish course prior to the start of the standard quarter program. This option is recommended for students coming from a U.S. university on the semester system. Students in the Intensive Language Program are also welcome to select one 12-week elective course that will run concurrently with the intensive Spanish language courses. Contact hours for each elective course range from 48 to 60 hours and students are advised that their home institution could choose to award between 3-4 U.S. semester credits for each elective course. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Universidad Veritas upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Art Business Communications Cultural Studies Dance

Economics Health & Human Services History International Relations

Marine Biology Philosophy Political Science Spanish Literature Tropical Ecology

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Migration Issues: The Costa Rican Case Ecological Photography Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems Environmental Impact and Social Development Alternative Health Approaches Health Care and Conflict Resolution

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Language and Culture PROGRAM

Classes taught in Spanish & english • volunteer & internship opportunities • International excursion (FALL/SPRING)

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • No previous knowledge of Spanish is required, but 1 semester is recommended • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Additional supplemental forms • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS QUARTER 224 - 260 hours per semester • 12-17 semester credits Early start QUARTER 304 - 340 hours per semester • 15-22 semester credits

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Dates and Fees WINTER QUARTER 2015 Early January - Late March, 2015 $9,880 WINTER AND SPRING COMBINED 2015 Early January - June, 2015 $18,880 APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SPRING QUARTER 2015 EARLY START Late February - Late June, 2015 $11,380 APPLICATION DEADLINE December 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 30, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SPRING QUARTER 2015 Late March - Late June, 2015 $9,800 APPLICATION DEADLINE February 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE February 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL QUARTER 2015 EARLY START Late August - Late December, 2015 $11,380 FALL QUARTER 2015 Late September - Late December, 2015 $9,880 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 EARLY START Late August, 2015 - Late June, 2016 $25,680 ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Late September, 2015 - Late June, 2016 $24,880 APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

The Language and Culture Program at the Universidad Veritas offers students the opportunity to complete a Spanish language course and select from an incredible variety of elective course offerings in English or Spanish. Students participating in the quarter program complete one intensive, 4-week Spanish course (representing a total of 80 contact hours) and three elective courses. Contact hours for each elective course range from 48 to 60 hours and students are advised that their home institution could choose to award between 3-4 U.S. semester credits for each elective course. All students will complete a Spanish placement test online prior to their departure to determine their Spanish level. Students who select the early-start option in either the fall or spring trimesters complete one additional 4-week, Spanish intensive course prior to the start of the standard quarter. Academic Year students complete the standard fall, winter and spring quarters at Universidad Veritas. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Universidad Veritas upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Art Business Communications Cultural Studies Dance Economics Health and Human Services History

International Relations Marine Biology Philosophy Political Science Spanish Literature Tropical Ecology

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Tropical Architecture and Design Creative Conflict Resolution Costa Rican Economic Development

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LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES AND INTERNSHIP Program Universidad Veritas Opportunity to complete a for-credit internship in business, education, health, international relations and social work • Classes taught in Spanish • International excursion

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Open to advanced and superior level Spanish speakers • Completion of four semesters of college level Spanish or the equivalent • Completed API application • University contact information form • Statement of purpose and resumé • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS quarter 170-200 CONTACT hours per semester

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Dates and Fees WINTER QUARTER 2015 Early January - Late March, 2015 $9,880 APPLICATION DEADLINE October 20, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SPRING QUARTER 2015 EARLY START Late February - Late June, 2015 $10,980 APPLICATION DEADLINE December 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 30, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SPRING QUARTER 2015 Late March - Late June, 2015 $9,880 APPLICATION DEADLINE February 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE February 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL QUARTER 2015 EARLY START Late August - Late December, 2015 $10,980 FALL QUARTER 2015 Late September - Late December, 2015 $9,880 APPLICATION DEADLINE June 10, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE July 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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for spanish and elective courses

160-240 internship hours 14-18 semester credits quarter early start 170-200 CONTACT hours per semester for spanish and elective courses

160-360 internship hours 14-21 semester credits This program provides an opportunity for students to improve their Spanish language skills, gain professional experience, and earn academic credit toward their degree plan by studying and interning abroad in San José, Costa Rica. Students must enter the program with an advanced level of Spanish. All students will complete a Spanish placement test online prior to their departure to determine their Spanish level. STANDARD QUARTER PROGRAM Students will complete a 4-week intensive Spanish course (80 contact hours), along with one or two additional elective courses at the Universidad Veritas, during the quarter program. Contact hours for each elective course range from 48 to 60 hours and students are advised that their home institution could choose to award between 3-4 U.S. semester credits for each elective course. Upon completion of the intensive Spanish course, students will begin an 8-week internship. The internship will require a minimum commitment of 4-6 hours per day, five days a week. Students will balance the internship hours with their ongoing elective courses. The internship completed must be in the area of the student’s academic specialty or major. A professor at Universidad Veritas, who guides the student through the completion of a major project, supervises each intern. At the conclusion of the internship experience, students present their projects for final assessment and grading. Each U.S. semester credit offered for the internship requires a minimum of 45 hours of work within the local business, non-governmental or non-profit organization, or government agency.

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FOR INTERNSHIP COMPONENT Business International Relations Education Social Work Health

Subject Offerings for elective courses Art Business Cinema Communications Cultural Studies Dance Economics Ecotourism Education

Health & Human Services International Relations Marine Biology Music Political Science Sociology Spanish Tropical Ecology

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Subject Offerings

EARLY START OR EXTENDED QUARTER PROGRAM Students wishing to complete an intensive month of Spanish prior to the start of the standard quarter are encouraged to select the early-start option. During the first month, students will concentrate solely on the improvement of their language skills. The internship placement will begin at the start of the second month and will last for either two or three months, depending upon the placement and the number of credit hours desired. In addition to the internship and intensive Spanish course, early-start students will complete one or two courses at the Universidad Veritas in a wide variety of academic subjects. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Universidad Veritas upon completion of their program.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Mural Paintings and Public Art Topics in Afro-Caribbean Studies Creative Conflict Resolution Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems

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excursions

Granada

are included

NICARAGUA

with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Costa Rica outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API San José programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Rincón de la Vieja

Volcan Irazú

Arenal fa ll

Monumento Nacional Guayabo Valle de Orosi

Arenal Volcano National Park is located in the central Costa Rica. The park is surrounded by rainforests and cloud forests with waterfalls and hot springs (heated by the volcano) nearby. _________________________________________________

Corcovad o WINTER Corcovado has earned a reputation for being one of Costa Rica’s best places to visit to view the nation’s diverse wildlife. The only way to see Corcovado is on foot, walking the trails and crossing streams and rivers. _________________________________________________

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monumento nacional guayab o Veritas quarter, icds

• fa ll

This is the largest archaeological site found in Costa Rica. Largely unexplored, the area contains ancient trails, bridges, water tanks and home sites, as well as petroglyphs estimated to be about 3,000 years old. San Jose Guayabo is thought to have been inhabited from about 500 B.C. to 1400 A. D. Archeologists believe that Guayabo was an important religious and cultural center. _________________________________________________

Nic ar agua INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g ICDS • fa ll icds Granada, Nicaragua, was founded in 1524 and is one of the oldest settlements in the country.

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Although Manuel Antonio Park is the smallest park in the National Park System, the beauty of the jungle, incredible beaches, and diverse habitat make it one of the most popular in the country. _________________________________________________

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Panama INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g Veritas all • fa ll Veritas Bocas del Toro, PanamA: The archipelago of Bocas del Toro offers whitesand beaches, lagoons, and incredible opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, diving and sunbathing. It is also an area rich in wildlife. ________________________________________________________________________________

R incón de l a Vie ja National Park WINTER

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This national park is named after the active Volcán Rincón de la Vieja, the steamy main attraction. The region bursts with multihued fumaroles, hot springs, lively mud pots hurling clumps of ashy gray mud, a young and feisty volcancito, plus a cacophony of popping, hissing holes in the ground. ________________________________________________________________________________

Volcán Irazú National Park and VALLE de Orosí WINTER • s pr i n g

Veritas semester

At over 11,000 feet, Volcán Irazú is the highest volcano in Costa Rica. Its aweinspiring height allows visitors standing at its peak to see both the Pacific and the Atlantic Oceans. The volcano’s name was taken from the name of an indigenous village that was built on the flanks of the volcano, Iztaru, which means “shaking thunder of the hill.” The picturesque Valle de Orosí was home to the first Spanish settlement in the Central Valley of Costa Rica.

CUBA

HAVANA Universidad de la habana

WHy CUBA? • Incredible cultural experience • Colonial charm • Safe and friendly country • Amazing cuisine • Cuba has a 99.8% literacy rate • International art and music festivals ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “Cuba is as challenging as it is fulfilling, especially as a U.S. student confronting two different world views on a daily basis. It’s that challenge that makes Cuba unique – the philosophical and political conversations with Cubans, house mates, and professors and learning the cultural trademarks that make it so hard to leave.” - Amber H.

THE BASICS CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH

G.P.A. 3.0

Housing residencia

TERMS SEMESTER • JANUARY TERM

100% OF API CUBA STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

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Population: 264,000 COLONIAL CHARM INTERNATIONAL ART AND MUSIC FESTIVALS CUBA

HAVANA

SAFE CITY with FRIENDLY PEOPLE

“Like stones rolling down hills, fair ideas reach their objectives despite all obstacles and barriers. it may be possible to speed or hinder them, but

ONE OF THE OLDEST UNIVERSITIES IN the WESTERN HEMISPHERe

impossible to stop them” - José Martí

AMAZING CUISINE

transformarse en

HAVANA My students who have studied in Europe and in Cuba say that one of the differences is that students in Europe often leave the

an overview of HAVANA

host country and fly off to other countries on the weekends. While in Cuba, this is not possible. This means that they participate more in the many, many cultural events available to them for very little money. And if they do travel to another part of the island, they are still immersed in the host culture. Integration with Cubans happens more easily here and students benefit tremendously.

- SANDRA, Havana Resident Director

host universitY Universidad de la habana CLASSES TAUGHT IN SPANISH Housing residencia G.P.A. 3.0 termS SEMESTER • january term

havana resident direc tor / SANDRA

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universidad de la habana

HAVANA

cuban and caribbean studies PROGRAM

Classes taught in Spanish • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (MARIST COLLEGE) Round-trip airfare (Miami-Havana) included

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to advanced level Spanish speakers (with a minimum of 4-5 semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent) • Must be enrolled as a degree-seeking undergraduate student • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • One official transcript • Oral interview to confirm Spanish language proficiency • Statement of purpose or writing sample • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-16 semester credits

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housing • Residencia with other students (operated by Cuban host) • Meals and laundry service are included ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early February - Late May, 2015

$15,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE November 5, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE December 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Late August - Late December, 2015

$15,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE June 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

Students in this program will take a required Spanish language course throughout the term. This course uses the Cuban experience as a backdrop for language practice, discussion, and writing assignments. Students are also required to enroll in a course on Cuban studies or on Caribbean studies. Students choose their remaining courses from a selection of offerings in art history, communication, literature, and cultural/regional studies with local Cuban students. Courses are offered Monday through Friday, in both the mornings and afternoons. Course work will be supplemented by numerous cultural activities and excursions. transcripts Students receive transcripts from Marist College for courses taken at the Universidad de la Habana. Marist College is a four-year, fully accredited U.S. college in Poughkeepsie, New York.

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN SPANISH Art History Caribbean Studies Cuban History Latin American Studies

Literature Philosophy Spanish

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Cuban Music Contemporary Political Philosophy Theory and History of Marxist-Leninist Philosophy Theory and Ideology of the Cuban Revolution Tendencies of Contemporary Capitalism History of Cuban Culture

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CUBA

HAVANA

language and culture Program universidad de la habana Classes taught in Spanish • transcript from u.s. accredited institution AVAILABLE (Marist College) Round-trip airfare (Miami-Havana) included

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to intermediate and advanced level Spanish speakers (with a minimum of 3 semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent) • Must be enrolled as a degree-seeking undergraduate student • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • One official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS 12-16 semester credits

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Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early February - Late May, 2015

$15,600

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Students wishing to focus on Spanish language studies, as well as Cuban culture, would be well suited to this program. In addition to Spanish language, students in this program will be able to choose from courses in Cuban culture, cinema, literature, history, and linguistics. All courses are taught in Spanish. Courses are offered Monday through Friday, in both the mornings and afternoons. Course work will be supplemented by numerous cultural activities and excursions. transcripts Students receive transcripts from the Universidad de la Habana upon completion of their program. If a student’s home university requires a U.S. school of record, they can elect to receive a transcript from Marist College (a four-year, fully accredited U.S. college in Poughkeepsie, New York).

Subject Offerings TAUGHT IN SPANISH Art History Cuban Culture Cuban History Film

Linguistics Literature Spanish

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Cuban Cinema Spanish Phonetics and Phonology Spanish Lexicology Panorama of Cuban History

CUBA

universidad de la habana

HAVANA

JANUARY language and culture Program

Classes taught in Spanish • transcript from u.s. accredited institution available (MARIST COLLEGE) Round-trip airfare (Miami-Havana) included • JANUARY TERM

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to students at all Spanish levels • Must be enrolled as a degree-seeking undergraduate student • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with student visa

TOTAL credit HOURS 4 semester credits

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housing • Residencia with other students (operated by Cuban host) • Meals and laundry service are included • All students have a private bedroom ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees JANUARY INTERSESSION 2015 Early-January - Late January, 2015

$4,200

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

Beginning through advanced-level students may elect to take a Spanish language course at the appropriate level. This course may consist of 60 hours of intensive language study and 15 hours of cultural topics over a three-week period for a total of five semester credits. Alternatively, students may choose to solely emphasize language study and take a total of 60 hours of Spanish language only, for a total of 4 semester credits. Intermediate and advanced-level Spanish speakers may elect to take a course in Cuban cinema, taught by the Fundación del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano (fnCl) in conjunction with the Universidad de la Habana. The Fundación del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano (fnCl) is a cultural organization founded with the intention of contributing to the development, dissemination, and conservation of Latin American cinema. In a broader sense, their work aspires to preserve the cultural identity of the Caribbean and Latin America through the medium of film. This course consists of 60 hours of instruction over a three-week period for a total of 4 semester credits, and will give students a unique insight into Cuban culture and political thought via the medium of film. Advanced and superior-level Spanish speakers may elect to take a course entitled “Rhetoric and Composition: The Cuban Experience” that consists of 60 hours of intensive language instruction and writing activities including cultural seminars for a total of 4 semester credits. Minimum enrollment is required for this course to be offered. Coursework will be supplemented by numerous cultural activities and excursions. transcripts Students receive transcripts from the Universidad de la Habana upon completion of their program. If a student’s home university requires a U.S. school of record, they can elect to receive a transcript from Marist College (a four-year, fully accredited U.S. college in Poughkeepsie, New York) for an additional fee.

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are included

CUBA

HAVANA

excursions

UNITED STATES

with your program fee

BAHAMAS

_________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Cuba outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Havana programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Casa Fuster Las Terrazas

HAVANA

Varadero

Viñales Cienfuegos

Santa Clara Trinidad

CASA FUSTER

Oriente

Baracoa Santiago de Cuba

JANUARY Casa Fuster is located in the old fishing village of Jaimanitas. José Fuster, inspired by Gaudi’s work in Barcelona, has transformed his home and neighborhood into a wonderland of ceramic murals, fountains, benches and sculptures. _________________________________________________

HAITI

JAMAICA

SANTIAGO DE CUBA ORIENTE • BAR ACOA s pr i n g • fa ll Santiago de Cuba is a city which has traditionally been the seat of rebellion. Historical reminders of Cuba’s War of Independence from Spain, such as San Juan Hill and the Moncada Barracks. It is also famous for its rum, its music, and its colorful carnival. Baracoa, in the province of Guantánamo, was the first capital of Cuba and is Cuba’s oldest city, founded in 1511. It is relatively isolated in terms of transportation, which has enabled it to maintain its charm and friendly, hospitable atmosphere. It has been called the ¨Shangri-La of Cuba.¨ Baracoa is an artists’ haven, with many studios throughout the town. _________________________________________________

TRINIDAD • CIENFUEGOS SANTA CLARA s pr i n g • fa ll Trinidad, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has preserved the stately colonial mansions and buildings built with the wealth derived from sugar mills. Santa Clara is the final resting place of revolutionary Che Guevara, and it was site of the final battle of the Cuban revolution in 1958. Cienfuegos, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is cited as a prime example of 19th-century early Spanish Enlightenment implementation in urban planning.

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NICARAGUA

api program site

api excursion site

VARADERO JANUARY In the last 20 years, the Cuban tourism industry has increased greatly COLOMBIA and has COSTA RICA helped the government deal with the economic hard times of the 1990’s when Cuba lost the support of the Soviet Union. Now millions of tourists travel to Cuba and Varadero is one of the most popular destinations with 20 km of white sand and tranquil turquoise waters. Despite the increasing construction of hotels, Cuba has one of the most comprehensive sets of laws in the region for sustainability and protection of the environment. Students will enjoy pristine beaches, water sports, salsa music on the beach, spectacularly colorful sunsets and may opt to explore nearby caves and ecological reserves. ________________________________________________________________________________

VIÑALEs LAS TERRAZAS s pr i n g • fa ll • JANUARY The famous Valley of Viñales is the site where huge, flat-topped limestone formations (mogotes) rise high above the valley floor. These “mogotes” are laced with spectacular caves, with flowing internal rivers which can be explored by hiking and boat rides. Las Terrazas is a small pioneering eco-village, originally a reforestation project and now a UNESCO biosphere reserve. It is a self-sustaining community, with a hotel, shops, a vegetarian restaurant. It is considered a center for artists and artisans of many kinds.

4 Reasons Why You Should Study Abroad in Cuba. NOW! ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––---------------------––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– AN API BLOG ENTRY COURTESY OF former api havana student, Kelsey Boeshore - Marist College

Isn’t that like a Communist country? Why would you ever go there? These were the typical questions I was asked before coming

HAVANA

Wait, you’re in Cuba?!

to Havana for the spring semester. The reasons I give don’t always convince people of what an amazing place Cuba is to study abroad, so hopefully the following will convince you. Yes, it’s a great résumé builder, but that should not be the only reason why you come here. Here are MY reasons:

1. Cuba is changing fast and will continue to change. Don’t you want to experience Cuba while it is still socialist and mysterious and unlike any other place you will most likely visit in your entire life? Little by little the island is opening up and the restrictions between the US and Cuba are getting more and more relaxed -- meaning if you visit at a later time, you might not be able to experience Cuba in its amazing current state. There might be more American products and businesses, widespread Wi-Fi, a less socialist government, more modern cars, less old American cars, and many other differences. Going to Cuba now is like going back to the past; it’s a pretty cool feeling.

2. It is a unique study abroad experience and nothing like Europe. Unlike studying abroad in Europe or other typical destinations, studying abroad in Cuba is not all about drinking, partying and traveling every weekend to new countries. Yes, we go out in Cuba, but we also go to tons of museums, explore every nook and cranny of Havana, go to concerts, and experience the culture. We do not try to leave Havana every weekend to go to as many new countries as possible. Instead, we travel to different cities throughout Cuba to get to know new regions, new accents of Spanish, new foods, and new people so we have a better understanding of Cuba as a whole because after all is said and done, we came to Cuba to be in Cuba, not to leave it.

3. You can disconnect from life outside Cuba and learn about yourself. Here, we live in the present, we live in the moment, we live in Cuba. At home (or basically anywhere else in the world), we constantly worry about what other people are doing, who updated their status on Facebook, who posted what on Instagram, or what we are doing in three weeks. Without any distractions (mainly speaking of INTERNET), we appreciate every moment we experience. Whether it is listening to someone play guitar on the porch, cooking fried plantains with our friends in the residencia, or watching the sunset on the malecon, we live in the present. When you are not constantly thinking about and distracted by outside things, it is easier to live in the moment, enjoy the simple things, and most importantly, reflect on yourself and how you are living your life.

4. Sunny weather and turquoise water beaches for 4 months. Yes, I had to add it. These were not reasons why I personally came to Cuba, but they were for many other people AND they are actually pretty good reasons now that I think about it. When you arrive in Cuba, it is sunny, for four straight months it is sunny, and the day you leave, it is sunny. Not only is it sunny, it is hot and a great escape from the cold, snowy winters of North America (unless you live in the south of course). On top of the weather, the beaches are some of the best in the world, and the snorkeling is on another level. Beautiful beaches can be found only 30 minutes from the center of Havana and cost $2 round trip…you can’t beat that.

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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES SHARJAH 266 BHUTAN THIMPHU 272 CHINA BEIJING • SHANGHAI 276

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DOHA QATAR UniversitY

WHY QATAR? • Qatar named top country in region in Global Peace Index Rating • Emerging cultural capital of Gulf Region • Top academic accreditations • DOHA has a beautiful waterfront area • Friendly and clean ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “I would truly like to commend API for all that they provided with me this semester. This program could not have been any better, completely exceeded my expectations and I am so thankful and happy I picked this program. Thank you for an amazing semester!” - Brianne k.

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CLASSES TAUGHT IN ARABIC AND ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75

Housing DORM-STYLE APARTMENTS

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR GRADUATE PROGRAMS

98%

OF API QATAR STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Population: 998,651

“Overall I had an amazing experience

friendly, clean city

and it has already benefitted me back

Qatar named top country in region in Global peace index rating

home in the classroom as well as when I talk to future employeRs. the amount of different entities, and the fact I was in

beautiful waterfront area

the Middle East, sets me apart.”

host of 2022 world cup

QATAR

opportunities we had to interact with

top academic accreditations (AACSB, ABET)

DOHA

Desert excursions

- Caroline S.

DOHA As I grew up in Doha, I saw this city grow and develop. It became

an overview OF DOHA

my second home and the one place I always feel comfortable in. It is both a modern and traditional city all at the same time.

- Ghina, Doha Resident Director

host universitY QATAR UniversitY CLASSES TAUGHT IN ARABIC AND ENGLISH Housing DORM-STYLE APARTMENTS G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC year GRADUATE PROGRAMS

DOHA resident direc tor / GHINA

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DOHA

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM QATAR UNIVERSITY Classes taught in Arabic and English • Courses with Qatari and international students International excursion • Graduate programs available • AACSB AND ABET ACCREDITED

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 semester credits

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housing • Student dorms/apartments • Includes three meals per day • All Doha housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Mid-January - Late June, 2015

$15,600

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September, 2015 - Mid-Jan, 2016

$15,600

APPLICATION DEADLINE March 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-Sep, 2015 - Late June, 2016

$29,900

APPLICATION DEADLINE March 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE April 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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API students at Qatar University (QU) choose from a range of undergraduate classes open to international and Qatari students. Due to a recent decree by the Qatari Supreme Education Council, a majority of programs are now taught in Arabic. For students to participate in these programs, they must be fluent/native Arabic speakers. There are, however, still several subjects offering instruction in English (listed on the following page). COURSE Information Courses are arranged in the seminar and lecture style. Most courses at QU are equivalent to 3 U.S. semester credits. Students take 4-5 courses and receive 12-15 credit hours per semester. Not all courses are offered every semester or every year. The course selection may vary, and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may have prerequisites, and some courses may require minimal additional fees for labs, equipment, etc. Instruction is conducted separately for male and female students, and some courses and/or disciplines may not be open to both sexes. Registration takes place upon arrival; however, we recommend that (after consulting the API website for course listings), students have 10 courses approved by their home university prior to departure, in order to allow for scheduling conflicts and the potential that certain classes will be unavailable. There is an add/drop period at the beginning of the semester at QU. Visit the API website for the complete course listings. Course times, course descriptions, and the semester a course is offered are subject to change and no course is guaranteed. academic calendar and fall program The academic calendar in Qatar is slightly different than that of most U.S. universities. The fall semester at Qatar University starts later than the average fall semester in the U.S., and as such, the fall semester does not end until mid-to-late January. Classes are held during the month of January, followed by final exams. transcripts API students receive a transcript from the Qatar University upon completion of their program.

QATAR

With the exception of Arabic Language, the following disciplines are offered in English. Subjects with the ‘FEMALE’ designation are only open to female students.

arts and sciences Arabic Language Biology female Biomedical Sciences female Chemistry Environmental Science Human Nutrition female Statistics

DOHA

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Desert Biology Public Health Nutrition Petroleum and Gas Technologies Object-Oriented Programming Arts in Architecture

education Primary Education (English) female

Genetic Engineering and DNA Technology

Engineering Architecture female Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering male Computer Engineering female Computer Science Electrical Engineering Industrial and Systems Engineering female Mechanical Engineering male

Medical Virology

pharmacy Pharmacy female

Ergonomics and Safety Engineering

sports Science Exercise and Fitness Physical Education Sport Management

Introduction to Robotics

Marine Environment and Human Development Natural Gas Treatment Analysis and Design of Hydraulic Systems Water Resources and Management Data Mining Educational Policy in Qatar Engineering Skills and Ethics Food Safety and Quality Control Women in Islam Toxicology

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Financing Study Abroad

QATAR

DOHA

If you are anything like me

when I first decided to study abroad, one of your main concerns is about affording your program. Going into the process, I knew that I would have to rely entirely on financial aid to fund my study abroad experience. My heart was set on the Middle East and an Arabic-speaking country, but programs in Egypt, Morocco, and Jordan were just too expensive for my budget. If you are in the same boat that I was six months ago, this advice is for you. While the effort you put into scholarship applications and the number of scholarships for which you apply will certainly affect your rewards, your program and host country can also have a major impact on the number of scholarships you receive. Therefore, if you want or need to fund your education abroad with scholarships, choose a country that is not populated with American study abroad students. Picking a country that stands out from the typical destinations can heavily impact your financial aid. In filling out scholarship applications, I honestly wondered if the people who would be reading my application would have to look on a map to figure out where I wanted to go. API has a great range of study abroad destinations. Poland, Hungary, Mexico, and Qatar are all fabulous countries that aren’t in the top 25 most popular countries for study abroad. API’s programs in these countries are also some of the least expensive programs that I’ve seen from all program providers. I love Qatar. Coming to this country is probably the best decision I’ve ever made. What’s even better is that my experience here is completely paid for by scholarships. In retrospect, coming to Qatar was a better choice than North Africa or the Levant because my mom grew up in Saudi Arabia (her hometown is about a four hour drive from Doha) and having that connection to the Middle East heavily influenced my desire to come here. I’ve even seen Saudi Arabia now! From across the border, but it counts! If you have to make your decision to study abroad based on affordability, do what I did and pick a country that stands out on a scholarship application. Regardless of what country you pick, you will have the experience of a lifetime.

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excursions _________________________________________________

Zubara Fort Al Khor

API students participate in 4 excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of the region outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Doha programs. Locations will vary per term. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Arabian Gulf

QATAR

Sharjah Dubai

DOHA

QATAR

with your program fee

DOHA

are included

IRAN

abu dhab i , UAE Gulf of

INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION Oman

Desert Camping Safari

Abu Dhabi

UAE OMAN

SAUDI ARABIA

Abu Dhabi is the capital and largest of the United Arab Emirates. It is a place of enormous wealth thanks to its oil reserves, but it is also a region with an eye towards sustainable economic and environmental development. Students may visit Saadiyat Island (home to international museums such as the Louvre, Guggenheim, and others) and Yas Island (home to a world-class racetrack, yacht club, and Ferrarri World). _________________________________________________

al khor â&#x20AC;˘ zubar a fort

api program site

api excursion site

Al Khor still retains traces of its seafaring heritage. Students will visit a fish market and the oldest mosque in Qatar (400+ years). The day will continue with a visit to a camel and falcon farm. From there, the journey concludes at Zubara Fort and archaeological site. _________________________________________________

b e ach day This excursion gives students the chance to relax, unwind, and enjoy the warm Arab Gulf waters off the coast of Doha. Students will take a Dhow ride to a private island, where they will enjoy swimming, water sports, and an Arab barbecue! _________________________________________________

Desert camping safari Going on a desert safari is an excursion that cannot be missed - a virtual rite of passage in the Gulf culture. Riding across the sands and dunes of Qatar toward the Saudi border, students will get a sense of the grandeur of the desert landscape. _________________________________________________

Dubai/shar jah , UAE INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION The 2nd largest Emirate, Dubai, shatters the stereotypes of Eastern and Western cultures while simultaneously and relatively seamlessly mixing them together. The pace of development in Dubai is breathtaking. Sharjah provides an interesting contrast to Dubai. This 3rd largest Emirate has a more traditional population, and gives the visitor a different perspective of Emirati life. 265

UAE

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

SHARJAH American University of Sharjah

WHY THE UAE? • Unique and wonderful educational experience • Wide selection of courses from many academic subjects • Amazing campus and university area • Sharjah is UAE’s cultural capital • Top academic accreditations • Hub for Middle Eastern/Asian travel ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “I had the most amazing semester abroad and compared to the other study abroad programs on campus, API was surely the best one. API had more activities and excursions than the other programs. I truly believe that API was a contributing factor to my great semester.” - Alex M.

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CLASSES TAUGHT IN ARABIC AND ENGLISH

G.P.A. 2.75

Housing student dorms

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR GRADUATE PROGRAMS

92%

OF API U.A.E. STUDENTS in the past 3 years SAY THAT THEIR API STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

MET OR EXCEEDED

THEIR EXPECTATIONS

Population: 891,000 u.n. capital of islamic culture 2014 close to dubai amazing campus area

combination of islamic and western societies

UAE

Top academic accreditations (AACSB, abet, naab, Middle states)

SHARJAH

many majors available

“If you’re looking to experience a different culture and are willing to adapt to new norms, then I highly recommend studying at the American University of Sharjah with API. The campus is just about 20 minutes from Dubai and is accessible by buses run by the university. A.u.S. gives you the opportunity to learn a lot about the Middle East. You will become a better communicator and also learn how to truly manage your time and money. Overall, this particular API program is exceptionally organized and extremely beneficial to a student during their college career.” - Allison b.

SHARJAH Sometimes people are surprised when I tell them that I have been living here for ten years. Time flies so fast, and I’m still enjoying living here a lot. There are a number of reasons why this country has kept me here... it’s safe, diverse (both people and cities), and it’s a great hub for exploring the region.

- Hong, Sharjah Resident Director

an overview OF SHARJAH

host UNIVERSITY American University of Sharjah CLASSES TAUGHT IN ARABIC AND ENGLISH Housing student dorms G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC year

shar jah resident direc tor / hong

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UAE

SHARJAH

DIRECT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM American University of Sharjah Classes taught in Arabic and English • Courses with Emirati and international students • International excursion • transcript from u.s. accredited institution (AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH) • U.S. ACCREDITATIONS (AACSB, ABET, NAAB, MIDDLE STATES) • visa cost included

Requirements

Academic Program

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 semester credits

• Students planning to take courses in studio art or architecture may have to submit portfolio materials for consideration, and are encouraged to apply early. More details will be provided upon application. ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing • Student dorms • All Sharjah housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Early January - Late May, 2015

$17,800

APPLICATION DEADLINE November 1, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Mid-September, 2015 - Early January, 2016 $17,800 APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Mid-September, 2015 - June, 2016

$33,800

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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Students at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) choose from a range of undergraduate classes open to Emirati and international students. A selection of available subjects at AUS is listed on the following page, and an updated, comprehensive list of courses can be found on the API website. Credit Information AUS awards credit in similar fashion to most U.S. universities. Students generally take 4-5 classes in order to receive 12-15 credit hours per semester. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that they are enrolled in the required amount of semester credits to meet requirements of the home university. In all departments, entrance to specific courses is subject to the approval of AUS and the completion of certain prerequisites. Course Information On the API website students can find more information about available courses. Students can also determine if there are any lab fees and/or prerequisites. Students should make course selections from these online listings when getting courses pre-approved on their home campus before going abroad. Registration does not take place until arrival, and course changes can be made during the add/drop period. Not all courses are offered every semester or every year. The course selection may vary, and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may have prerequisites, and some courses may require minimal additional fees for labs, equipment, etc. The campus is fully integrated, with male and female students attending the same courses with the same professors (though housing is separated by gender). NOTE: It may be possible for fall semester students to arrange to take their exams before the holidays. Students will need to be prepared to provide proof that their home university spring classes begin no later than mid-January. Speak to an API Program Manager for more information. transcripts Students receive an official transcript from the American University of Sharjah upon successful completion of their program.

UAE

With the exception of Arabic Language, the following disciplines are offered in English.

college of arts and sciences American Studies Arabic Language and Culture Art/Art History Biology Chemistry Education English Language and Literature Environmental Science Film Geography History International Studies Mass Communication Middle Eastern Studies Mathematics Music Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Sociology Statistics Theater Women’s Studies college of engineering Aerospace Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering

Computer Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering Environmental and Water Engineering Mechanical Engineering Petroleum Engineering Software Engineering college of architecture, art and design Architecture Design Management Film Illustration Animation Interior Design Multimedia Design Photography Urban Planning Visual Communication school of business and management* Accounting Business Administration Economics Finance Islamic Banking and Finance Management Management Information Systems Marketing Operations Management Public Administration

SHARJAH

Subject Offerings

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Introduction to Arabic Heritage Genetics and Molecular Biology Marine Environments Fluid Mechanics Environmental Engineering Highway Design Mobile Application Development Globalization and Education Sustainability Science History of Arab Film Islamic Markets, Money and Financial Institutions Women and Politics Tourism Destination Marketing Social Media for Mass Communications Public International Law

*NOTE: only the Business Administration courses carry AACSB accreditation.

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excursions with your program fee _________________________________________________ API students participate in 4 excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of the region outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Sharjah programs. Locations will vary per term. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Oman

Arabian Gulf QATAR

SHARJAH

Doha

Dubai

UAE

IRAN

SHARJAH

are included

abu dhab i , UAE Abu Dhabi is the capital and largest of the United Gulf of Arab Emirates. It is a place of enormous wealth Oman

Abu Dhabi

UAE OMAN

SAUDI ARABIA

thanks to its oil reserves, but it is also a region with an eye towards sustainable economic and environmental development. Students may visit Saadiyat Island (home to international museums such as the Louvre, Guggenheim, and others) and Yas Island (home to a world-class racetrack, yacht club, and Ferrarri World). _________________________________________________

DOHA , QATAR INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION

api program site

api excursion site

Doha is one of the cleanest, safest, and most rapidly developing cities in the Gulf Region, if not the world! Students will have the opportunity to tour the dazzling Souq Waqif (ancient market that has been restored and is frequented by locals and tourists alike), walk along the sparkling Corniche (seaside promenade), and visit the Museum of Islamic Art (designed by I.M. Pei, architect of the Louvre pyramids in Paris). _________________________________________________

Dubai The 2nd largest Emirate, Dubai, shatters the stereotypes of Eastern and Western cultures while simultaneously and relatively seamlessly mixing them together. The pace of development in Dubai is breathtaking and provides an interesting contract to Sharjahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more traditional roots. _________________________________________________

OMAN INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION The Sultanate of Oman is located on the southeastern corner of the Arabian peninsula, bordering the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Oman is known for its natural beauty and popular tourist attractions. Wadis (valleys), deserts, beaches and mountains are areas which make Oman unique among its neighbors. With a coastline of 1700 km, Oman offers some of the cleanest, most stunning beaches a visitor could hope to see.

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THIMPHU Royal THIMPHU COLLEGE

WHY BHUTAN? • BHUTAN is the only Buddhist kingdom in the world • The country has an official philosophy and infrastructure to promote “Gross National Happiness” or GNH • Tscheus - multi-day religious and cultural festivals year-round • Amazing views, hikes, and day trips to some of the most spectacular scenery on Earth • The ability to integrate with an amazingly preserved local culture ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ “Meditation brings wisdom; lack of meditation leaves ignorance. Know well what leads you forward and what holds you back, and choose the path that leads to wisdom.” - Buddha

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G.P.A. 2.75

Housing DORMS

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

Population: 100,000

“The Buddha said that when we dedicate merit,

Capital city of bhutan

it is like adding a drop of water to the ocean.

Wonderful climate

bhutanese and buddhist culture

merit of any virtuous deed, it merges with the vast ocean of merit that endures until enlightenment.” - Guru Rinpoche

BHUTAN

witness elements of traditional

ocean itself exists, so, too, if we dedicate the

Thimphu

nestled in the foothills of the high Himalayas

Just as a drop of water added to the ocean will not dry up but will exist as long as the

Thimphu From the moment you step off the plane, you get the sense that you’re going to see and experience things you’ve never imagined. Being in Bhutan is like stepping into a completely different world one that captivates you with its friendly people, amazing vistas, and relaxed atmosphere. It’s good for the soul.

- Jeramy - api vp of marketing and development

an overview OF Thimphu

host universitY Royal thimphu college CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH AND DZONGKHA Housing dorms G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC year

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Thimphu

DIRECT ENROLLMENT AND INTERNSHIP Program ROYAL THIMPHU COLLEGE Opportunity to complete a for-credit internship • CLASSES WITH BHUTANESE STUDENTS INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION (ROUND-TRIP FLIGHT FROM EXCURSION TO BHUTAN INCLUDED) • Classes in ENGLISH

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors • Completed API application • University contact information form • Internship Essay • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12-15 semester credits

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housing • Dorms with local students • Some meals and meal stipend included • Between-term housing not included ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING QUARTER 2015 Late February - Late June, 2015 $17,250 APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2014 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 1, 2014 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Early August - Mid-December, 2015 $17,250 APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 1, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early August, 2015 - Late June, 2016

All API students will participate in a for-credit internship monitored by a Bhutanese faculty member at RTC. Students will be assessed based on weekly check-ins and reports from the student and internship placement, and a final project or paper. Internship placements may include working with local primary schools, NGOs, government organizations, and other social and environmental agencies. Students should indicate their preferred area of placement during the application process, and provide a short essay explaining the type of work they are looking to do and how that will apply to their degree plan or future career ambitions. More information and guidance provided upon acceptance. This invaluable experience will allow students to not only learn about the policies of a developing nation, but to give back to the host community while earning credits at the same time! transcripts Students receive an official transcript from the Royal Thimphu College - Royal University of Bhutan, upon successful completion of their program.

Subject Offerings Accounting Bhutanese Culture Business and the Environment Computer Science

Environmental Planning and Impact Assessment Natural Resources Management Sustainable Development

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API students in Thimphu will be able to directly enroll with Bhutanese students and take courses as only a few fortunate westerners are able to do! Students will take 2-3 courses with Bhutanese students in a variety of subject areas, including international business, computer science, Dzongkha (traditional Bhutanese language), environmental studies, sustainable development, and much more.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Dzongkha Communication Object-Oriented Programming using Java Bhutanese Economy Public Health and Environment Environmental Planning and Impact Assessment Eastern Political Thought Buddhism Social Theories Political History of Bhutan Government and Politics in Bhutan

THESE AMAZING

excursions

Punakha Taktsang Monastery

_________________________________________________ API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of Bhutan outside of the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Thimphu programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

Bumthang

THIMPHU Paro

BHUTAN

with your program fee

CHINA

Thimphu

are included

Bangkok , thail and or singapore INTERNATIONAL EXCURSION s pr i n g • fa ll

INDIA

Singapore Bangkok, Thailand

BANGLADESH

All API students will first arrive into a secondary international destination on the program start date. This will be Bangkok, Thailand, or Singapore. Here students will meet each other and the API group leader for the first time, undergo an initial orientation, and receive their Bhutan visas and group plane tickets to Paro (round-trip from here to Bhutan included!). The group will also partake in a pre-program excursion in this location. _________________________________________________

bumthang

api program site

api excursion site

s pr i n g • fa ll

Students will explore the many Dzongs that populate this area in north-central Bhutan and visit Membar Tsho (the Burning Lake), where sacred scriptures hidden by Guru Rimpoche (he brought Buddhism to Bhutan) in the 8th century have been recovered. A visit to the GHNC (Gross National Happiness Center) may also be included. _________________________________________________

paro

s pr i n g • fa ll

Students will explore the town and the beautiful Paro Dzong, the Druigyel Dzong, and other monasteries and sacred sites. The trip will also include a visit to the Paro National Museum. _________________________________________________

PUNAKHA

s pr i n g • fa ll

Once the capital of Bhutan, Punakha sits at the confluence of two main rivers. Considered to be one of the most scenic locations in Bhutan, Punakha features terraced rice patties, traditional mud houses, and a peaceful, serene setting. _________________________________________________

TAKTSANG MONASTERY s pr i n g • fa ll This sacred site and temple complex is perhaps the most iconic site in all of Bhutan. Hugging a cliffside in the Paro valley, the temple was built in 1692. Students will hike the 3-4 hour walk up the trail, stopping for a break mid-way to enjoy the view and catch their collective breath. But don’t worry, all of the stress and strain is more than worth it – Taktsang offers one of the most amazing views and spiritual experiences around!

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CHINA

beijing Beijing normal university

shanghai xianda college of economics and humanities/Shanghai international studies university

WHY CHINA? • International center for finance, culture, technology • The best way to learn work on your Mandarin • Modern skyscrapers and architecture • Ancient Buddhist temples • International internships • Experience one of the Seven Wonders of the World - The Great Wall Of China ________________________________________________________________________________________________ “I learned so much and developed into a much more independent and confident person. The people were amazing and the program was very well organized. Bravo.” - lauren m.

THE BASICS

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CLASSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH AND CHINESE

G.P.A. 2.75 - 3.0

Housing student dorms

TERMS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

Population: 21,150,000 Capital of people’s republic of china “A man has no future if he does not read

china’s 2nd largest city

books, nor does a nation.” - Wen Jiabao CHINA

closest major city to the great wall of china

BEIJING

beijing literally means “northern capital”

considered “bike capital of the world”

BEIJING No other city in China can match the extraordinary historical

an overview OF BEIJING

panorama on display in Beijing. At its heart is the magnificent Forbidden City, a royal palace on a scale that beggars belief. Beijing is also home to sublime temples that aspire to cosmological perfection, while the city centre is crisscrossed by the enchanting hútòng, ancient alleyways that teem with life, as they did hundreds of years ago. As if that’s not enough, the majestic Great Wall snakes its way across the hills north of town. - LONELYPLANET.com

host universitY Beijing Normal University CLASSES TAUGHT IN MANDARIN AND ENGLISH Housing DORMS G.P.A. 3.0 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC year

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CHINA

BEIJING

GENERAL ADVANCED STUDIES PROGRAM Beijing Normal University

Classes taught in CHINESE and english

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 3.0 G.P.A. • Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors • Open to Mandarin speakers of all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • Official transcript • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 12 semester credits

––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing • Student dorms • All students have a private bedroom • All Beijing housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Late-January - June, 2015 CHINESE TRACK ENGLISH TRACK

$10,600 $12,400

APPLICATION DEADLINE October 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE November 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FALL SEMESTER 2015 Early September - Mid-January, 2015 CHINESE TRACK ENGLISH TRACK

$10,600 $12,400

APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early September, 2015 - June, 2016 CHINESE TRACK $20,200 ENGLISH TRACK $23,600 APPLICATION DEADLINE May 1, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 2015 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

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Students who choose to study abroad in Beijing with API will take courses at Beijing Normal University (BNU). Students in this program have two study options. They may elect to follow an intensive Chinese language track, or they may decide to take a combination of Chinese language courses and choose from a large variety of courses in English, in Chinese culture and society, education, economics, environmental studies, international business, public policy, political science, and more. Most of the English-taught courses are worth 3 semester credits, though some are worth 2 semester credits. It is important that the student check with their study abroad or academic advisor on how courses will transfer to their home university. Students will decide at the time of application whether they want to follow the English-taught or Chinese-taught track. The tracks have different prices based on the course selections. Students may take additional credits for an additional fee. Not all courses are offered every semester or every year. The course selection may vary, and no course is guaranteed. Some courses may have prerequisites, and some courses may require minimal additional fees for labs, equipment, etc. FALL SEMESTER OPTIONS* Students should be aware that fall courses run through January; as such, there are two options they can pursue. Students may arrange to take their examinations in December for a regular fall return, or they may continue through January. Students pursuing an intensive language track must stay for the exam period in January. transcripts API students receive their transcript from Beijing Normal University upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings business Economics Foreign Trade International Business International Development International Finance

LIBERAL arts and sciences Chinese Language (Mandarin) Chinese Culture and History Education Environmental Studies Political Science Sociology

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Educational Reforms: International Perspectives The Economics of Natural Resources Strategic Environmental Assessment Poverty Reduction: Theories and Practice Comparative Corporate Crime

THESE AMAZING

excursions _________________________________________________ MONGOLIA

Forbidden City Tiananmen Square

The Great Wall BEIJING

Xi’an

NORTH KOREA

SOUTH KOREA

Shanghai

API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them with areas of China in addition to the host city. The following is a comprehensive listing of all excursions for API Beijing programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API JAPAN website for the most up-to-date excursions. _________________________________________________

CHINA

with your program fee

BEIJING

are included

RUSSIA

for b idden cit y s pr i n g • fa ll

NEPAL

The Forbidden City was the seat of government and home to many Chinese dynasties for nearly 500 years. The massive complex contains over 1000 rooms, temples and gardens. _________________________________________________

BHUTAN

INDIA MYANMAR BANGLADESH LAOS

PHILIPPINES

CAMBODIA

MALAYSIA

tiananmen square s pr i n g • fa ll

THAILAND

VIETNAM

Tiananmen Square is the name of a massive public square (the 3rd largest in the world) in the center of Beijing, opposite the tomb of Mao Zedong, the Forbidden City and the National Museum. _________________________________________________

api program site

the gre at wall

api excursion site

s pr i n g • fa ll The Great Wall of China is a series of fortifications and walls that stretch for over 5,000 miles. The wall was built to keep out invading groups from the north and west, including the Mongols. _________________________________________________

shanghai s pr i n g • fa ll Situated on the estuary of the Yangtze River, Shanghai serves as the most influential economic, financial, cultural, and technological center in East China. In addition to its modernization, Shanghai’s multicultural flair endows the city with a unique glamor. _________________________________________________

XI ’AN fa ll The capital of Shaanxi province, Xi’an is best known as home to the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, and as the eastern terminus of the famous Silk Road. Students will visit the many local temples and hot springs in the city.

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Population: 24,000,000

CHINA CUBA

SHANGHAI HAVANA

International center for finance, culture, technology

“The will to win, the desire to succeed, the

Taste of European colonial history

urge to reach your full potential... these

Modern skyscrapers and architecture

are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence.” - Confucius

Ancient buddhist temples International internships

SHANGHAI There is nowhere like SHANGHAI! The busy streets, the craze for speed, the tasty xiao long baos, the bargaining fun… anything you can think of, Shanghai has it all! So, why not let the city take you by surprise? Be ready to be amazed and let this international metropolis inspire you with its dynamics and unique charms!

- Grace, Shanghai Resident Director

an overview of SHANGHAI

host universities xianda college of economics and humanities - Shanghai International Studies University CLASSES TAUGHT IN MANDARIN AND ENGLISH Housing student DORMs G.P.A. 2.75 termS SEMESTER • ACADEMIC YEAR

shanghai resident direc tor / Gr ace

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CHINA

Xianda college of economics and humanities SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL STUDIES UNIVERSITY

SHANGHAI

international business PROGRAM

Classes taught in CHINESE and english • POST-PROGRAM INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR CREDIT

Requirements

Academic Program

• Minimum 2.75 G.P.A. • Open to 2nd semester freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors • Open to Mandarin speakers of all levels • Completed API application • University contact information form • One letter of recommendation • One official transcript • One passport photo • Photocopy of passport • Entry requirement: valid passport with supporting documents

TOTAL credit HOURS semester 15 semester credits

––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

housing • Student dorms • All students have a private bedroom • All Shanghai housing includes internet access ––---–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dates and Fees SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Mid-February - Late June, 2015

$12,980

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 20145 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ACADEMIC YEAR 2015-2016 Early Sept., 2015 - Late June, 2016

Shanghai is the ideal location for those interested in studying the global economy, international business, and the Chinese language. Students in this program take a 6-credit Chinese (Mandarin) language course, a 3-credit Chinese history/culture course, and then choose two courses from a variety of international business, economics, and finance courses (in English) with Chinese and other international students for a total of 15 semester credits. Visit the API website for the complete course listings. Course times, course descriptions and the semester a course is offered are subject to change and no course is guaranteed. INTERNSHIP ADD-ON: FALL AND SPRING A credit-bearing internship (2-3 credits) is available for students upon completion of their academic program. Internships are available from 1-6 months in length, and placement partners include over 150 Chinese and international corporations, organizations, and NGOs (including Lenovo, BMW, Microsoft, and more). Housing and visa assistance is provided, and participants are not expected to be proficient in Chinese to participate. Students who are interested in this option should let their Program Manager know at the time of application. This option carries an additional fee. transcripts API students receive their transcript from Xianda College of Economics & Humanities – Shanghai International Studies University upon completion of their program.

Subject Offerings business Economics International Business International Finance Law Management Marketing Statistics

LIBERAL arts and sciences Chinese Language (Mandarin) Chinese Culture Chinese History Information Technology

––---–––––––-–––––––----–––––––––––------------------------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– $24,880

APPLICATION DEADLINE April 15, 2015 PAYMENT DEADLINE May 15, 215 ––---––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EXCURSIONS, Courses, Entry requirements, program dates and fees are subject to change. Students are encouraged to visit the API website for the most current information and official program dates for each session.

here are a few of the many

UNIQUE COURSES

Analyzing and Presenting Complex Communication Creating a Culture of Customer Care History of Modern China International Marketing Financial Services Regulatory Framework 281

excursions CHINA CUBA

SHANGHAI HAVANA

THESE AMAZING

are included

RUSSIA

with your program fee

KAZAKHSTAN _________________________________________________

MONGOLIA

API students participate in several excursions per session designed to help familiarize them UZBEKISTAN with areas of China in addition to the host city. TURKMENISTANlisting of The following is a comprehensive all excursions for API Shanghai programs. All excursions are subject to change. Visit the API website for the most up-to-date excursions. AFGHANISTAN _________________________________________________

b eij ing s pr i n g • fa ll

Beijing

SOUTH KOREA

Nanjing

IRAN

SHANGHAI

Hangzhou

NEPAL

PAKISTAN

Yangshou INDIA MYANMAR BANGLADESH LAOS

CAMBODIA

api program site

s pr i n g • fa ll

api excursion site

NAN J ING s pr i n g • fa ll Nanjing is the capital of Jiangsu province and has a prominent place in Chinese history and culture, having been the capital of China on several occasions. Nanjing has long been a national center of education, research, transport networks, and tourism. _________________________________________________

SHAOXING fa ll Located on the south bank of the Qiantang River and built in B.C. 490, Shaoxing’s waterside landscapes and legacies, associated with famous people make it one of China’s most unique cities. Shaoxing is often described as “a museum without walls.”

PHILIPPINES

THAILAND

HANGZHOU A core city of the Yangtze River Delta, Hangzhou is located on the Hangzhou Bay, 180 kilometers southwest of Shanghai. It has been one of the most renowned and prosperous cities of China for over 1,000 years, due in part to its beautiful natural scenery. One of Hangzhou’s most popular sights is the West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Adjacent to the lake is a scenic area where one can observe historical pagodas, cultural sites, as well as the natural beauty of the lake and hills. _________________________________________________

Shaoxing

BHUTAN

The capital of the People’s Republic of China, Beijing has a long and storied history dating back over 3 millennia. It has served as the nerve center of China through several imperial dynasties, the Republican era, and the founding of the People’s Republic, and it continues to be one of the most important geopolitical centers in the world. Home to the Chinese central government, ancient temples and palaces, and a gateway city to the Great Wall, there is never a shortage of cultural activities to enjoy. _________________________________________________

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NORTH KOREA

MALAYSIA

VIETNAM

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o v e r v i e w o f A P I P artner uni v ersities

europe -----------------------------------------------------------------------

ITALY

DUBROVNIK

FLORENCE

CROATIA

DIU Libertas INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

ENGLAND LEEDS

Lorenzo de’ Medici - The Italian International Institute Lorenzo de’ Medici - The Italian International Institute

ROME JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY Lorenzo de’ Medici - The Italian International Institute

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

TAORMINA

LONDON

BABILONIA CENTER FOR ITALIAN LANGUAGE and CULTURE

Florida State Universit y London Study Center LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL AND AFRICAN STUDIES UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS LONDON CAMBERWELL COLLEGE OF ARTS CENTRAL SAINT MARTINS College of Arts and Design CHELSEA COLLEGE OF ARTS LONDON COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION LONDON COLLEGE OF FASHION WIMBLEDON COLLEGE OF ARTS

UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER

FRANCE CAEN UNIVERSITÉ DE CAEN BASSE-NORMANDIE

GRENOBLE GRENOBLE ÉCOLE DE MANAGEMENT CENTRE UNIVERSITAIRE D’ÉTUDES FRANÇAISES

TUSCANIA Lorenzo de’ Medici - The Italian International Institute

POLAND KRAKÓW JAGIELLONIAN UNIVERSITY OF KRAKOW

PORTUGAL LISBON UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS, DARTMOUTH UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF LISBON (ISCTE) NEW UNIVERSITY OF LISBON (NOVA)

SCOTLAND EDINBURGH HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY

STIRLING

PARIS

UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING

COURS DE CIVILISATION FRANÇAISE DE LA SORBONNE INSTITUT CATHOLIQUE DE PARIS UNIVERSITÉ PARIS DAUPHINE UNIVERSITÉ PARIS DIDEROT

SPAIN

GERMANY BERLIN FREIE UNIVERSITäT BERLIN EUROPEAN STUDIES (FU-BEST ) HUMBOLDT-UNIVERSITÄT ZU BERLIN

HUNGARY BUDAPEST

BARCELONA ESADE BUSINESS SCHOOL POMPEU FABRA UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY AUTÒNOMA OF BARCELONA UNIVERSITY OF BARCELONA

BILBAO UNIVERSITY OF DEUSTO UNIVERSITY OF THE BASQUE COUNTRY

CÁDIZ UNIVERSITY OF CÁDIZ

CORVINUS UNIVERSITY OF BUDAPEST

GRANADA

IRELAND

UNIVERSITY OF GRANADA

CORK UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF IRELAND

DUBLIN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF IRELAND, MAYNOOTH TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

GALWAY NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF IRELAND, GALWAY

LIMERICK UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK

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3 CITIES

MADRID ANTONIO DE NEBRIJA UNIVERSITY Complutense Universit y FRANCISCO DE VITORIA UNIVERSITY SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY

SALAMANCA UNIVERSITY OF SALAMANCA

SEVILLE PABLO DE OLAVIDE UNIVERSITY Universit y of Seville

LATIN AMERICA -----------------------------------------------------------------------

MÉXICO

BUENOS AIRES

middle east/asia -----------------------------------------------------------------------

ARGENTINA

Universidad de Belgr ano Universidad Torcuato di Tell a

MENDOZA

QUERÉTARO Centro intercultur al de Querétaro

qatar

UNIVERSIDAD DE CONGRESO

doha

CHILE

QATAR UNIVERSITY

VALPARAÍSO

united arab emirates

PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA DE VALPARAÍSo UNIVERSIDAD TÉCNICA FEDERICO SANTA MARÍA

sharjah American Universit y of Sharjah

VIñA DEL MAR UNIVERSIDAD ADOLFO IBÁÑEZ UNIVERSIDAD VIÑA DEL MAR

bhutan

COSTA RICA

Royal thimphu college

thimphu

SAN JOAQUÍN DE FLORES

china

INSTITUTO SAN JOAQUÍN DE FLORES

beijing

San JosÉ International Center for Development Studies (ICDS) UNIVERSIDAD VERITAS

CUBA

Beijing Normal Universit y

shanghai xianda college of economics & humanities Shanghai International Studies Universit y

HAVANA universidad de l a habana

q u a r t e r a n d s h o r t-t e r m p r o g r a m s quarter COSTA RICA SAN JOSÉ / INTL. CTR. FOR DEV. STUDIES HEALTH IN LATIN AMERICA

COSTA RICA SAN JOSÉ / UNIVERSIDAD VERITAS Intensive Language • Language and Culture LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES AND INTERNSHIP Program

ENGLAND LONDON / UNIV. OF THE ARTS LONDON Studio Art and Communications Integrated Programs

FRANCE GRENOBLE / Université Stendhal-Grenoble III Intensive Language

FRANCE PARIS / INSTITUT CATHOLIQUE DE PARIS French Language and Culture

FRANCE PARIS / LA SORBONNE French Language and Culture STUDIES

SPAIN GRANADA / UNIVERSITY OF GRANADA INTENSIVE LANGUAGE

SPAIN MADRID / COMPLUTENSE UNIVERSITY Spanish Language and Culture

SPAIN SALAMANCA / UNIVERSITY OF SALAMANCA spanish language and culture

ITALY TAORMINA / BABILONIA CENTER ITALIAN Language and Culture

january term and intensive month SPANISH & ENGLISH

QTR YEAR • SUM

SPANISH & ENGLISH

QTR YEAR • SUM

ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YEAR • SUM

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • INT YEAR • SUM

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YR • SUM • INT

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YR • SUM • INT

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YEAR • SUM

SPANISH & ENGLISH

QTR • YEAR

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YEAR • SUM

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YR • SUM • INT

FRANCE GRENOBLE / Université Stendhal-Grenoble III Intensive Language

GERMANY BERLIN / HUMBOLDT UNIVERSITY GERMAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE

FRANCE PARIS / INSTITUT CATHOLIQUE DE PARIS January Term and Intensive Months (September)

FRANCE PARIS / LA SORBONNE Intensive MontH (SEPTEMBER)

ITALY FLORENCE / LORENZO DE’ MEDICI January Term

ITALY TAORMINA / BABILONIA CENTER January Term

SPAIN SALAMANCA / UNIVERSITY OF SALAMANCA Intensive 2-Week, 3-Week and Month-long programs

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • INT YEAR • SUM

GERMAN & ENGLISH

SUM • JAN

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YR • SUM • INT

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YR • SUM • INT

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • INT YEAR • JAN

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • INT YEAR • JAN

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YR • SUM • INT

Students may participate in these programs separately, or in combination with another session (before/after a summer, quarter, or semester program).

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A P I pro g rams b y c l a ss s t a n d i n g FRESHMEN ALLOWED BHUTAN THIMPHU / ROYAL THIMPHU COLLEGE

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPAIN BILBAO / UNIVERSITY OF DEUSTO

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPAIN BILBAO / UNIVERSITY OF THE BASQUE COUNTRY requires TWO semester of college SPANISH

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

CHILE VIÑA DEL MAR / UNIVERSIDAD ADOLFO IBÁÑEZ

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

CHINA BEIJING / BEIJING NORMAL UNIVERSITY

CHINESE & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPAIN GRANADA / UNIVERSITY OF GRANADA

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

CHINA SHANGHAI / XIANDA

CHINESE & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPAIN MADRID / ANTONIO DE NEBRIJA UNIVERSITY

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

COSTA RICA SAN JOAQUÍN DE FLORES / INSTITUTO SJDF

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPAIN MADRID / COMPLUTENSE UNIVERSITY INTENSIVE LANGUAGE

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

CROATIA DUBROVNIK / DUBROVNIK INTL. UNIVERSITY

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPAIN MADRID / SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

ENGLAND LEEDS / UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

ENGLISH

SUM

SPAIN SALAMANCA / UNIVERSITY OF SALAMANCA

ENGLAND LONDON / CENTRAL SAINT MARTIN’S

SEM YEAR • SUM

SUM

INTENSIVE LANGUAGE • INTERNATIONAL STUDIES • LANGUAGE & CULTURE

SPANISH & ENGLISH

ENGLISH

ENGLAND LONDON / COLLEGE OF FASHION

SUM

SPAIN SEVILLE / PABLO DE OLAVIDE UNIVERSITY

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

ENGLISH

ENGLAND LONDON / LONDON SCHOOL OF ECON.

ENGLISH

SUM

SPAIN SEVILLE / UNIVERSITY OF SEVILLE

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

ENGLAND LONDON / ORIENTAL & AFRICAN STUDIES

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

ENGLAND LONDON / UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER

ENGLISH

SUM

ARGENTINA BUENOS AIRES / UNIV. DE BELGRANO

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

FRANCE CAEN / UNIVERSITÉ DE CAEN BASSE-NORMANDIE

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

ARGENTINA BUENOS AIRES / UNIV. TORCUATO DI TELLA

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

varies per program based on language competency

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • INT YEAR • SUM

CHILE VALPARAÍSO / PONTIFICIA UNIV. CATÓLICA DE VALPARAÍSO

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

FRANCE PARIS / LA SORBONNE

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YR • SUM • INT

CHILE VALPARAÍSO / UNIV. TÉCNICA FEDERICO STA. MARÍA

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

FRANCE PARIS / INSTITUT CATHOLIQUE DE PARIS

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YR • SUM • INT

COSTA RICA SAN JOAQUÍN DE FLORES / INSTITUTO SJDF

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

FRANCE PARIS / LA SORBONNE

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YR • SUM • INT

COSTA RICA SAN JOSÉ / INTL. CTR. FOR DEV. STUDIES

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YEAR • SUM

HUNGARIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

COSTA RICA SAN JOSÉ / UNIVERSIDAD VERITAS

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YEAR • SUM

ENGLAND LEEDS / UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

ENGLISH

SUM

ENGLAND LONDON / UNIV. OF THE ARTS LONDON

ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YEAR • SUM

ENGLAND LONDON / UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER

ENGLISH

SUM

FRANCE GRENOBLE / GRENOBLE ÉCOLE DE MANAGEMENT

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

GERMANY BERLIN / HUMBOLDT UNIVERSITY

GERMAN & ENGLISH

SUM • JAN

ONLY ELIGIBLE FOR FIRST YEAR COURSES

FRANCE GRENOBLE / CENTRE UNIV. D’ÉTUDES FRANÇAISES

HUNGARY BUDAPEST / CORVINUS UNIV. OF BUDAPEST requires ONE semester of college

IRELAND CORK / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK requires ONE semester of college

IRELAND DUBLIN / NUI, MAYNOOTH

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

IRELAND DUBLIN / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

ITALY 3 CITIES / LORENZO DE’ MEDICI

CONTEMPORARY HISPANIC STUDIES

SOPHOMORES +

requires ONE semester of college

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM

ITALY ROME / JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

IRELAND CORK / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

ITALY TAORMINA / BABILONIA CENTER

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR SUM • JAN

IRELAND DUBLIN / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

MEXICO QUERÉTARO / CENTRO INTERCULTURAL

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SUM

IRELAND GALWAY / NUI, GALWAY

ENGLISH

SUM

POLAND KRAKÓW / JAGIELLONIAN UNIVERSITY

POLISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

IRELAND LIMERICK / UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPAIN BARCELONA / ESADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SUM

PORTUGUESE & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPAIN BARCELONA / UNIV. AUTÓNOMA OF BARCELONA

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

ARABIC & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

requires TWO semester of college SPANISH

286

SPAIN BARCELONA / UNIVERSITY OF BARCELONA

PORTUGAL LISBON / UMASS IN LISBON QATAR DOHA / QATAR UNIVERSITY

SCOTLAND STIRLING / UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING SPAIN BARCELONA / UNIV. AUTÓNOMA OF BARCELONA SPAIN BILBAO / UNIVERSITY OF THE BASQUE COUNTRY requires TWO semester of college SPANISH

ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

IRELAND GALWAY / NUI, GALWAY

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPAIN BARCELONA / POMPEU FABRA UNIVERSITY

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPAIN CADÍZ / UNIVERSITY OF CÁDIZ

INTERMEDIATE-SUPERIOR SPEAKERS

requires AT LEAST ONE UPPER-DIVISION SPANISH COURSE

UAE SHARJAH / AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH

ARABIC & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPAIN GRANADA / UNIVERSITY OF GRANADA HISPANIC STUDIES REQUIRES HIGH ADVANCED-SUPERIOR LEVEL

JUNIORS/SENIORS ONLY

SPAIN MADRID / ANTONIO DE NEBRIJA UNIVERSITY ADVANCED-SUPERIOR SPEAKERS

ENGLAND LONDON / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPAIN MADRID / COMPLUTENSE UNIVERSITY SPANISH CULTURE

FRANCE PARIS / UNIVERSITÉ PARIS DAUPHINE

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

FRANCE PARIS / UNIVERSITÉ PARIS DIDEROT

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

Hispanic Studies and PEI PROGRAMS require 4-5 semesters of Spanish

GERMANY BERLIN / FU-BEST

GERMAN & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPAIN SEVILLE / UNIVERSITY OF SEVILLE

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

IRELAND DUBLIN / TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

SPAIN SALAMANCA / UNIVERSITY OF SALAMANCA

Spanish Language & Humanities, Communications, and Integrated studies with Spaniards programs require 3-4 semesters of Spanish

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SUM

HUNGARIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

P r o g r a m Ac c r e d i tat i o n AACSB

EQUIS

CHILE VIÑA DEL MAR / UNIVERSIDAD ADOLFO IBÁÑEZ

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

ENGLAND LEEDS / UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

FRANCE GRENOBLE / GRENOBLE ÉCOLE DE MANAGEMENT

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

FRANCE GRENOBLE / GRENOBLE ÉCOLE DE MANAGEMENT

IRELAND DUBLIN / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

IRELAND DUBLIN / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

ITALY FLORENCE / LdM THROUGH MARIST COLLEGE

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR SUM

SPAIN BARCELONA / ESADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

ITALY ROME / LdM THROUGH MARIST COLLEGE

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR SUM

QATAR DOHA / QATAR UNIVERSITY

ARABIC & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPAIN BARCELONA / ESADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SUM

UAE SHARJAH / AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH

ARABIC & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

EPAS HUNGARY BUDAPEST / CORVINUS UNIV. OF BUDAPEST EPAS accredited. given by same governing board that awards EQUIS

Middle States Accreditation ABET IRELAND DUBLIN / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

ENGLISH

QATAR DOHA / QATAR UNIVERSITY

ARABIC & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

UAE SHARJAH / AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH

ARABIC & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

ITALY ROME / JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

UAE SHARJAH / AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH

ARABIC & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPAIN MADRID / ANTONIO DE NEBRIJA UNIVERSITY

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

ARABIC & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SEM • YEAR

NAAB AMBA UAE SHARJAH / AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH FRANCE GRENOBLE / GRENOBLE ÉCOLE DE MANAGEMENT PORTUGAL LISBON / ISCTE SPAIN BARCELONA / ESADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

PORTUGUESE & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SUM

287

a d d i t i o n a l A P I opportunities SPAIN MADRID / FRANCISCO DE VITORIA UNIVERSITY

Internship opportunities BHUTAN THIMPHU / ROYAL THIMPHU COLLEGE 3 semester credits • Placement opportunities include NGOs, community service, and environmental organizations

5 semester credits • service learning and internship placements throughout Madrid

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

3-4 semester credits Intern with local Spanish businesses/organizations

CHINA SHANGHAI / Xianda college of economics and humanities - SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL STUDIES UNIVERSITY 2-3 semester credits Intern with a prestigious Chinese or international corporation

COSTA RICA SAN JOSÉ / UNIVERSIDAD VERITAS 2-3 semester credits Study Spanish while completing an internship in your major

ENGLAND LONDON / UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER 4 semester credits Gain work experience in a variety of fields while studying abroad

FRANCE PARIS / INSTITUT CATHOLIQUE DE PARIS 3 U.S. semester credits teaching internships

FRANCE PARIS / LA SORBONNE 3 U.S. semester credits teaching internships

FRANCE PARIS / UNIVERSITÉ PARIS DAUPHINE 3 U.S. semester credits teaching internships

FRANCE PARIS / UNIVERSITÉ PARIS DIDEROT 3 U.S. semester credits teaching internships

IRELAND CORK / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK 2.5 semester credits Both on-campus placements and off-campus opportunities

IRELAND DUBLIN / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN 3 semester credits 6-week internship placement at a leading Irish company

SPAIN MADRID / Suffolk University

SCOTLAND STIRLING / UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING

3 semester credits • Placement opportunities include Art history, business, communication, design, fashion AND service learning

credit available for academic year internships Intern with local Italian businesses/organizations

ITALY ROME / LORENZO DE’ MEDICI 3 semester credits • Placement opportunities include Art history, business, communication, design, fashion AND service learning

POLAND KRAKÓW / JAGIELLONIAN UNIVERSITY NO CREDIT internship opportunities through the Galician Jewish Museum

SPAIN BILBAO / UNIVERSITY OF DEUSTO 4 semester credits Teaching and business internships

SPAIN GRANADA / UNIVERSITY OF GRANADA 3-4 semester credits • Placements opportunities include business and education options

288

SEM • YEAR

ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR SUM • JAN

ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YEAR • SUM

ENGLISH

SUM

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YR • SUM • INT

IRELAND CORK / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • QTR YR • SUM • INT

IRELAND DUBLIN / NUI, MAYNOOTH

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

FRENCH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

API GIVES BACK

SEM YEAR • SUM

Offered in MOST API program siteS, the API Gives Back project may consist of an ongoing volunteer opportunity or a one-day commitment. The projects provide an opportunity for API students to express their thanks for the welcome they received from the local community. Additional volunteer opportunities may be available upon request in other locations and are subject to availability.

ENGLISH

3 semester credits Internships available in summer 2 session

certificate programs ITALY FLORENCE / LORENZO DE’ MEDICI Fashion Design • Fashion Marketing and Merchandising • Fine Arts Graphic Design • Jewelry ART AND DESIGN • Interior Design INT’L Conflict Transformation • Restoration and Conservation

Certificate in Irish Politics • Certificate in Irish Studies Certificate in Political Science

Certificate in Irish Studies Certificate in Peace & Conflict in Irish Society

volunteer opportunities

MEXICO QUERÉTARO / CENTRO INTERCULTURAL ENGLISH

SUM

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SUM

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

ENGLAND LONDON / UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

IRELAND DUBLIN / NUI, MAYNOOTH

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

IRELAND DUBLIN / TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

IRELAND DUBLIN / UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

IRELAND LIMERICK / UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK

ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

ITALY FLORENCE / LORENZO DE’ MEDICI

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

QATAR DOHA / QATAR UNIVERSITY

ARABIC & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

SPAIN SEVILLE / PABLO DE OLAVIDE UNIVERSITY

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

UAE SHARJAH / AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH

ARABIC & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

Opportunities with local governmental organizations/NGOS

opportunities with local environmental projects ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR SUM • JAN

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

YEAR

SPAIN SALAMANCA / UNIVERSITY OF SALAMANCA

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR SUM • JAN

graduate programs

ITALY TUSCANIA / LORENZO DE’ MEDICI 3 semester credits • service learning opportunities working with women, children, elderly, the disabled, and/or immigrants, or environmental projects

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR

Volunteer teaching program

ITALY ROME / JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY

SEM • YEAR

CHINESE & ENGLISH

SPAIN CADÍZ / UNIVERSITY OF CÁDIZ ITALY FLORENCE / LORENZO DE’ MEDICI

SPANISH & ENGLISH

ITALIAN & ENGLISH

SEM • YEAR SUM • JAN

POLISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM

SPANISH & ENGLISH

SEM YEAR • SUM