University of Klagenfurt ExchangeA QUICK LOOK
INTRODUCTION University of Northern Iowa-University of Klagenfurt exchange offers a unique opportunity for UNI students to study in one of the newest higher education institutions in Austria (Austria), live in the picturesque city of Klagenfurt, and experience rich Austrian culture firsthand. Due to Austria's central geographic location in Europe, UNI students will have an opportunity to travel Europe if they wish to visit other countries. Austria also offers more travel fun and more travel value than one would expect. It is a small country, compact, easy to get to know, and delightful to see. The exchange will assist students in transferring academic credits back to UNI. The University of Klagenfurt offers UNI students comfortable accommodations in the new dormitory on campus (Neueheim), intensive German courses (2-3 weeks) or one semester of German at no cost (6 hours per week), and a free Culture and Social Program throughout the semester. KLAGENFURT Klagenfurt, the capital of Carinthia, has a population of about 90,000. It is located on the lake Worthersee, one of the warmest Alpine lakes in Europe. The town is renowned for its beautiful architecture and for the many castles on the outskirts of the city. The city center has a Mediterranean flair with many churches, outdoor cafes, restaurants and shops. Carinthia has a reputation as the warmest and sunniest of Austrian provinces. The climate encourages water skiing, scuba diving, wind surfing, tennis, bicycling and hiking. THE UNIVERSITY OF KLAGENFURT Located just a few minutes' walk from lake Worthersee, the University of Klagenfurt is one of the oldest exchange partners of UNI. Established in 1964, it now enrolls approximately 7000 students who study at two faculties (colleges): the Faculty of Humanities and the Faculty of Economics, Business Administration & Informatics (Computer Science). Courses are offered in philosophy, education, history, foreign languages, applied mathematics, geography, applied computer science, business administration, mathematics and economics. The language of instruction is German. International programs are viewed as a critical component for the University, and exchange students are warmly welcomed. For further information about the University of Klagenfurt, academic programs and accommodations, see our links. ACADEMIC PROGRAM Exchange students with high level of language proficiency may enroll in regular university courses. Those with limited or no proficiency in German may take courses in English in the department of "Anglistik und Amerikanistik". German majors and non-majors are equally encouraged to take semester courses in German as a Foreign Language (Deutsch in Osterreich). A three-week “crash” course in survival German is also offered, free to exchange students at the beginning of their program of study. The Survey of Austrian Culture course - also offered each semester - includes a field trip to Vienna. Academic credits for the intensive language course, semester language courses, and the Survey of Austrian Culture course are available.
LANGUAGE COURSES Spring 2007 Information ACADEMIC CALENDAR Exchange students take a full semester of courses--12 hours or more--at Klagenfurt. Semester (fall or spring) and academic year options are available. Students remain eligible for UNI financial aid and the Study Abroad Scholarship. Fall Intensive German Course: September 11, 2006 – September 29, 2006 Fall 2006 Semester: October 2, 2006 – January 31, 2007 (Students wishing to
depart early need to make arrangements with professors at the University of
Klagenfurt) Semester break: February 1 - 28, 2006 Spring Intensive Language Course: February 5 – February 23, 2007 Spring 2007 semester: March 1, 2007 – June 30, 2007Easter Holiday: April 2-14, 2007 Other Holidays: March 19, May 26, May 29, 2007 In general, fall (winter) semester courses begin on October 1 and end on January 31, with the intensive course beginning three weeks before the start of the semester. Spring (sommer) courses begin on March 1 and end on June 30, with the intensive course beginning three weeks before the start of the semester. ACCOMMODATION & MEALS UNI exchange students are guaranteed accommodation in the new studentenheim (privately owned student residence) located directly across from campus and the Mensa. Students share a room with another person and cook their own meals. Students may rent their bed linen from the studentenheim for the semester for a small fee. Students are advised to bring a few kitchen utensils with them. More extensive cooking supplies are available in Klagenfurt at the local general store Woolworth’s for a reasonable cost (This store is as close to a Wal-Mart or Target as you will get in Austria!). PROGRAM COST UNI students pay UNI tuition and fees (in-state or out-of-state) plus the study abroad fee to participate. The program cost does not include housing, food, books and supplies, round-trip air transportation, international health insurance, and personal expenses. Participants should expect to pay about $270-300 per month for housing and budget about $10 per day (or about $300 per month) for food. FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS Participants in this program may use their UNI financial aid to help pay for the program. Study Abroad Scholarships and a variety of external funding options are available to those who qualify. ELIGIBILITY UNI students only. Applicants must be full-time students at the time of application, at least sophomore status during the session abroad, have departmental approval for participation, and an overall G.P.A. of 2.8. APPLICATION PROCEDURES A complete set of application materials will include one original and one copy of the following:
To download and print available forms please refer to our Forms page. DEADLINES Fall & academic year program application deadline: March 1 CONTACT INFORMATION Inquires regarding this program should be directed to: TALES FROM ABROAD Aaron Tilton's is a UNI student who spent the 2005-06 academic year participating in the University of Klagenfurt exchange and chronicled the experience online in a blog. Read it here: http://www.livejournal.com/users/uniklagenfurt/ "My study abroad opportunity was one of the best learning experiences of my years in college. I would not do many of my college semesters over again, but this I would do in a heartbeat. The friends, food, parties, scenery and challenges made my experience there one to remember. The country is beautiful, the people warm and the possibilities are endless." (Senior, MIS major) |
