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Germany: Winter: Fulda University

Fulda University
SUNY Cortland
Winter
Fulda, Germany (Map)

Fulda University is located in one of the most beautiful baroque quarters in Germany. The picturesque Old Town of Fulda has timbered houses and winding cobbled lanes with cozy cafes and restaurants. Courses offered as part of the International Winter University program vary from year to year. Excursions to cities and landmarks throughout Germany include Berlin, Cologne, and Frankfurt. You will have the chance to see famous sights and learn about Germany's history and culture.

Application Requirements:

  • 2.5 GPA
  • Undergraduate or Graduate student status

Application Deadlines:

  • Winter Session: September 20, 2024

To Apply: Follow application directions on home page. Your online application requirements include:

  • Study Statement
  • Two Recommendations
  • Official Transcript
  • Complete the IWU Registration by the deadline posted above

Program Dates:

Winter 2025 Dates:

  • Depart from U.S.: January 9 or 10, 2025
  • Program Arrival and Check-In: January 11 and 12, 2025
  • Program Begins: January 3, 2025
  • Program Concludes: January 31, 2025
  • Return to U.S.: February 1, 2025
View the Program Schedule for detailed information and full schedule. Please be aware that these dates conflict with the start of Spring 2025 semester studies at most U.S. institutions. Please speak with your Spring 2025 professors and your academic advisor about potential date conflicts.

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Program Costs:

Winter 2025 Budget

Scholarships are available! Contact hugh.anderson@cortland.edu for details.

**Tentative and Subject to Change**
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Course Information:

The International Winter University offers courses in Culture and Society, Business, Intercultural Competence, and German language. Participants take one elective course for 2.5 U.S. credits and one German language course for 1.5 U.S. credits.

Course Information

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Travel Information:

Flight booked by participant. Participants will fly into Frankfurt and take the ICE train for one hour to arrive in Fulda. Participants will be met at the Fulda train station by Fulda University representatives.

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Accommodations:

Fulda provides accommodation in university dormitories, in shared or single apartments, and in host families. The university residences are located in downtown Fulda, within walking distance of dining, supermarkets, and the university. Fulda also has a convenient public transportation system.

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Program Advisor:

Contact Hugh Anderson, SUNY Cortland Assistant Director of Study Abroad, with any questions you may have.
https://www.hs-fulda.de/en/international/international-office/exchange-students/short-term-programmes/international-winter-university-iwu
Type:
Study Abroad
Duration:
3 Weeks
Language of Instruction:
English, German
Field(s) of Study:
German
History
Sociology
Special Features:
Excursions, Language Study

Program Provider

SUNY Cortland

Host Institution

Fulda University
University Partner: Exchange