Exchange in Joensuu
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  • Joensuu, Finland
  • Academic year, fall or spring semester
  • Sophomores & above
  • Transfer credit
  • Host-university study
  • Dorms, apartments
  • No language prerequisite
  • Sponsored by University of Minnesota - Duluth

Participating University
Joensuu U, Joensuu

Description
Joensuu University is known for regional studies, environmental studies, human geography, and forestry, and is the perfect location to learn more about Finland, Karelia, Russia, and the Baltic States. Joensuu has a population of 60,000 people and is a flourishing commercial and industrial center located northeast of Helsinki near the Russian border.

Curriculum
Take a wide variety of classes taught in English. Students may take Finnish language and courses are available for those students who wish to improve their Russian language proficiency.

Typical credits: 24–30 for academic year; 12–15 for fall or spring semester.

Eligibility & Application
Open to sophomores and above with 2.4 GPA. Some areas of study require specific prerequisite courses or substantial course work in the field of study.

Applications reviewed until late March for fall semester/academic year; late October for spring semester.

Academic Fit with a University of Minnesota Degree Plan
With good academic planning this program can fit well into the degree plans for many majors.
Search for courses that fulfill Liberal Education Requirements or submit a course you want to take for review. Study Abroad in Your Major advising sheets explain why study abroad is important for a major, indicate what the department wants students to consider when selecting a program, and provide academic planning hints. This program may appear as a special recommendation on an advising sheet. If your major is not listed, talk to an adviser—this program may still fit your academic, career, and professional goals.

Estimated Cost
Students from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities participating on University of Minnesota Duluth programs are charged a program fee. The fee for this program can be used to assist in estimating cost and is available by contacting the University of Minnesota, Duluth International Education. In most cases, airfare, field trips, meals, and personal expenses are additional. See Financial Planning to find resources on comparing costs.

 

Program Contact
For further information or questions about studying abroad as a University of Minnesota student, please call 612.626.9000 or 888.700.8636, email UMabroad@umn.edu or visit our online staff directory. For specific program questions, contact the program directly.

More Information
To apply, go here or for more information on this program, or visit the UMD web site.

 
Last modified on November 21, 2008