SMART VERSITY
SMART LEARNING SMART TOMORROW
SMART COMMUNITY
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WHY AMERICAN UNIVERSITY IN BULGARIA
MAKE A SMART CHOICE
SMART LEARNING Receive high-quality American education delivered entirely in English and get both a U.S. and a European diploma. AUBG is accredited by the same body that accredits Harvard, MIT and Yale in the U.S.
SMART TOMORROW Prepare for exceptional professional achievements worldwide 99.8 % of AUBG alumni ďŹ nd a job or enroll in grad school within a few months of graduation.
SMART COMMUNITY The American University in Bulgaria has a proven record of providing high-quality U.S. education for global career success. If you pursue world-class education, check why AUBG is a desired destination for smart students worldwide.
Experience diversity in our inclusive community with students from 35+ countries. Enjoy a wide variety of exciting events and activities on campus and get the best out of your college years.
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SMART LEARNING
FLEXIBLE EDUCATION ENJOY MULTIPLE WAYS OF LEARNING:
AMERICAN STYLE EDUCATION Match your interests to your future plans to secure a successful and fulfilling career and life after college. Plan your own academic program and enjoy diversity and flexibility in learning. Take advantage of the numerous benefits of liberal arts education by adding complimentary disciplines to your main field of study for even more career options or opportunities for graduate studies. It is possible to combine up to two majors and two minors free of additional charge.
1-ON-1 MENTORING
CROSSDISCIPLINE LEARNING
OUT-OFCLASS ACTIVITIES
DIVERSE COMMUNITY
UNLEASH YOUR FULL POTENTIAL :
CREATIVITY LEADERSHIP RESEARCH AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
CRITICAL THINKING PROBLEM SOLVING
FLEXIBILITY ANALYSIS GLOBAL AWARENESS ORAL & WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
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SMART LEARNING
MAJOR FIELDS
OF STUDY
HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATION Dip in an atmosphere of academic excellence and acquire skills that go beyond your degree, including critical thinking, networking, leadership and innovation. Our faculty members are high achievers coming from top schools in the U.S., EU and around the world, who create a culture of academic merit that promotes a global perspective.
MINOR FIELDS
OF STUDY
• BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
• ANTHROPOLOGY
• COMPUTER SCIENCE
• ECONOMICS
• ECONOMICS
• ENTREPRENEURSHIP
• EUROPEAN STUDIES
• EUROPEAN STUDIES
• HISTORY AND CIVILIZATIONS
• FILM STUDIES
• INFORMATION SYSTEMS
• FINE ARTS
• JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION
• HISTORY
• LITERATURE*
• COMPUTER SCIENCE
• INFORMATION SYSTEMS
• MATHEMATICS
• INTEGRATED MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
• POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
• JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION
• SELF-DESIGNED MAJOR*
• LITERATURE
* US accreditation only
• MATHEMATICS • MODERN LANGUAGES AND CULTURES • PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION
INTERNATIONAL FACULTY
MODERN CURRICULUM
CLOSE STUDENT-FACULTY INTERACTION
HIGH-TECH CAMPUS & WELL-EQUIPPED FACILITIES
• POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
EXCHANGE DESTINATIONS
• PUBLIC POLICY • SOUTHEAST EUROPEAN STUDIES
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SMART TOMORROW
LILIA CHOBANOVA
THE AUBG EXPERIENCE CAN TRANSFORM YOUR CAREER PATH AND LIFE AFTER GRADUATION. THE OPPORTUNITIES FOR DEVELOPMENT ARE COUNTLESS, THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT CULTIVATES COMMUNICATION AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS, AND THE UNIVERSITY PROVIDES LIFE-LONG SUPPORT THROUGH THE ALUMNI NETWORK AS WELL AS THROUGH GENEROUS AWARDS.
GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES AUBG alumni strive to make a difference in the region and the world. The majority of our graduates start their careers almost immediately in a variety of social, economic, IT and political spheres. Others continue their studies in master’s and doctoral degree programs at top universities in Europe and the U.S. Graduates excel in professionalism, discipline and expertise-all gained through a skills-oriented education.
Lilia Chobanova (’16), double major in Economics and Business Administration, Tchaprachikoff scholar and MSc in Finance candidate at Babson College
NARANTUGULDUR SAIJRAKH
Some of our recent success stories: OCTOBER
JANUARY
JUNE
FEBRUARY
2014
2015
2016
2017
ALUMNI STARTUP SELLS FOR $263 MILLION
ALUMNI COMPANY WINS FORBES BG BEST STARTUP
ALUMNI COMPANY WINS BEST STARTUP AT JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT BULGARIA
ALUMNUS WINS BAFTA AWARD FOR BEST SHORT FILM
LIBERAL ARTS EDUCATION EXPOSED ME TO A VARIETY OF SUBJECTS ALONG WITH KNOWLEDGE IN MY CHOSEN DISCIPLINE. WITH ITS TIGHT SCHEDULES, VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES AND INTERNATIONAL STUDENT BODY AND STAFF, THE ATMOSPHERE AT AUBG RESEMBLES THE DYNAMISM OF THE WORLD. I FEEL VERY FORTUNATE TO HAVE HAD SUCH AN EXPERIENCE.
Narantuguldur Saijrakh (’09), Mongolia, Business Administration, Managing Director at Azarga Capital LLC and Director at Khan Investment Management, Forbes Mongolia “30 Under 30,” 2015 www.aubg.edu
SMART TOMORROW
JOIN ALUMNI SUCCESS
Join an extremely successful alumni community and be a changemaker in your country, the region and the world. AUBG graduates score remarkable results in compensation and career development. A highly active alumni association will help you stay connected and AUBG will stand by you after graduation.
EMPLOYMENT RATE
99.8%
BUSINESS OWNERS OR PARTNERS
11%
STUDY AT:
WORK IN:
ALUMNI SATISFACTION
6.4
GLOBAL EMPLOYMENT
20%
28%
47%
5%
CANADA & USA
EUROPE
BULGARIA
OTHER
OUT OF 7
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SMART COMMUNITY NATIONALITIES ON CAMPUS
STATE-OF-THE-ART CAMPUS Enjoy the best student facilities in the region! From the cozy dorms to the award-winning building of the America for Bulgaria Student Center, and the largest English-language library in Southeast Europe - you have everything you need at your disposal on a world-class residential campus. Savor college life in the comfort of a friendly, safe and high-tech environment.
WWW.AUBG.EDU/VIRTUAL-TOUR
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SMART COMMUNITY SPORTS FIELDS GYM
MAC LAB ROOMS
SPORTS HALL
DINING HALL
LIBRARY THEATER
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SMART COMMUNITY
INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
MUSICAL
AUBG OLYMPICS
ENVIRONMENTAL WEEK
Get involved! Come together with like-minded students to build something worthwhile: practice leadership in the Student Government, keep the campus informed through student media, extend the teamwork skills you develop in class into sports. Through environmental initiatives, demonstrate your commitment to public service and the community where you live; put on plays and musicals that inspire and educate. Use your time to explore your passions – now is the best moment to do it.
TEDXAUBG
CLUB EVENTS www.aubg.edu
SMART LOCATION
A LAND RICH IN DIVERSITY Bulgaria is located in Southeast Europe on the Balkan Peninsula. Bordered by the Black Sea to the east and the Danube to the north, Bulgaria shares borders with Turkey, Greece, Macedonia, Serbia and Romania. Bulgaria is one of the most geographically diverse countries in Europe, and you can travel from the seaside to ski slopes in a single day. With many hiking trails, protected sites of historic interest, spas, wine trails and opportunities for eco-tourism and adventure sports, Bulgaria is one of Europe’s most exciting, hospitable (and affordable) destinations. The country boasts delicious and fresh cuisine, offering a variety of savory dishes to please every taste. www.aubg.edu
SMART LOCATION
BLAGOEVGRAD FROM BLAGOEVGRAD TO
“The Rough Guide to Bulgaria” named Blagoevgrad the “coolest place in southwest Bulgaria,” and with good reason. It’s a small, vibrant university town within an hour’s reach of the capital Sofia. Here you’ll be spoiled with 2.5 km of leafy park alleys for strolling, nightclubs, an opera house, restaurants and a theater. Bulgaria’s most stunning natural attractions are within an hour’s drive: two world-class ski resorts, the spa town of Sandanski, the Seven Rila Lakes, not to mention the off-road biking and rafting adventures nearby, and the breathtaking hiking trails a short walk from the campus! Enjoy clean air and lovely nature both inside and around town.
SOFIA
BANSKO
THESSALONIKI
102 KM 1:00 H
58 KM 0:50 H
191 KM 2:20 H
100+ THEATER PERFORMANCES PER SEASON
70,000 RESIDENTS
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SMART START
SMART STEPS TO APPLY WHAT SHOULD I SUBMIT? APPLICATION FORM
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
ESSAY
CV AND PORTFOLIO
2 RECOMMENDATIONS
APPLICATION FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS (OPTIONAL)
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY TEST
INTERVIEW
Min. score
Do you want to improve your English? Do you want to ace your TOEFL exam? The English Language Institute (ELI) at AUBG is here to help you! ELI encourages participation, initiative, creativity and responsibility. Classes are small and interactive, with professors using top-notch educational technology and modern techniques of English language instruction.
TOEFL i BT IELTS CPE CAE
80 6.5 C B
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Completed applications must be received by the following dates:
Over 90% of ELI’s University Preparatory Program become AUBG students after succeeding at TOEFL. In addition to test preparation, ELI offers summer schools for younger learners, academic and general English courses, English for specific purposes, and a variety of community-oriented tailor-made programs.
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JUNE
REGULAR ADMISSION MARCH
EARLY ADMISSION
OCTOBER ER 1 EMB S V O N T IDEN RES
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LING ROL SION IS ADM JUNE 1 M O FR
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CONTACT US Admissions OfďŹ ce American University in Bulgaria 12 Svoboda Bachvarova St. Blagoevgrad 2700 Bulgaria (+359) 73 888 111 admissions@aubg.edu
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