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- Sweden
- Academic year, fall or spring semester
- Sophomores and above
- Transfer credit
- Host-university study
- Apartments
- No language prerequisite
- Sponsored by University of Minnesota - Duluth
Participating Universities
Blekinge Technical U, Karlskrona-Ronneby
Jönköping U, Jönköping
Luleå Technical U, Luleå
Örebro U, Örebro
Umeå U, Umeå
Växjö U, Växjö
Description
Take university classes with Swedish and
international students while enjoying the landscapes and culture
of Sweden. This affordable exchange program provides a high degree
of independence and immersion in Swedish academic and cultural life.
Curriculum
Select from a wide range of courses available to foreign students in the areas of computer science,
business, marketing, management, engineering, social sciences, music,
education, biology, mathematics, political science, chemistry, and
humanities.
Typical credits: 24–36 for academic year; 12–18 for fall or spring semester.
Eligibility & Application
Open to University
of Minnesota sophomores and above with 2.4 GPA.
Applications reviewed until late March for academic year/fall semester; mid-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.
Financial
Aid & Scholarships
Most financial
aid may be applied to study abroad. In addition, University of Minnesota students
are eligible for more than $500,000 in study
abroad scholarships. Visit the financial
resources web page for additional information on using financial aid and scholarships
for study abroad.
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
You can apply or visit UMD's web
site for more information.
Last modified on November 21, 2008 |