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USAC Germany: German Language, and German/European Studies in Lüneburg (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Lüneburg, Germany
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Summer, Winter-Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: USAC 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Winter-Spring 2021 10/15/2020 ** Rolling Admission 01/07/2021 04/28/2021

** Application materials may be reviewed prior to the program's application deadline. (Please note: if all of your boxes are checked-off, your application is complete.) In most cases, for applicants applying to programs led by PSU faculty, interviews and final selection will take place after the program deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Fulfills University Studies Requirement: Yes, Reporting Live Supplemental Course
Program Description:
 


Program OverviewUSAC Luneburg

The Lüneburg program is ideal for students interested in learning the German language and focusing on European Studies—specifically Germany’s role within the European Union—or for fall and yearlong students studying Engineering. Through formal coursework and personal interaction with the host culture, you will greatly expand your language skills and knowledge of German society. Lüneburg offers students the quality of life of a smaller community without sacrificing the cultural resources and activities of a large metropolitan city. Lüneburg is also only 30 minutes away from former East Germany, providing a unique vantage point from which to study the dynamics of reunification.

Program Focus

During the semester, the program offers three diverse academic areas: German Language, European Studies, and Engineering (Fall only). The intensive language approach allows you to complete up to two years of university language requirements in one semester. Additional courses in economics, history, culture, art history, literature, intercultural communication, politics, and engineering are taught in German or English to provide a well-rounded curriculum. You may choose to stay for one semester or a full year.

FACT SHEET
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Program Provider USAC: University Studies Abroad Consortium
Program Dates Current USAC Calendar

Note:
Fall Semester with USAC = Fall Quarter at PSU
Spring Semester with USAC = Winter & Spring Quarters at PSU*
Areas of Study Explore the courses offered on this program

This program is a good fit for the following majors:
  • Cultural Studies
  • European Studies
  • Film Studies
  • German
  • History
  • Humanities
  • International Studies
  • Liberal Arts
  • Literature
Credits Students enroll in 12-18 Semester credits (18-27 quarter credits)
Capstone Option Reporting Live capstone option available for year-long and Fall semester students
Language of Instruction  English
Host Country Language  German
Housing Residence Hall, Homestay
Class Standing Eligibility
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
  • Post-Baccalaureate
Minimum GPA Requirements Undergraduate: 2.50

Must be in Satisfactory Academic Standing.
Language Requirement No previous language study required
Program Fee Click here to view the USAC Program Fee
Program Fee Includes:
  • Tuition and Housing
  • USAC prearranged housing placement service
  • Personalized pre-departure advising
  • Immigration visa guidance
  • Parental support and advisement
  • Scholarship advising and assistance
  • Transcript assistance
  • Student health insurance
  • Airport pick-up for those on the group flight
  • USAC mandatory orientation in Lüneburg
  • Host university student ID card, which includes public transportation within Lüneburg and Lower Saxony
  • 24-hour local staff support
  • Program-organized field trips
  • Local travel resources, tips, and suggestions
  • Volunteer opportunities
PSU Fees Click here to view PSU Fees

Application Fee:
All applications include a $50 non-refundable fee due on the application deadline. Students who do not intend to complete a program application are required to withdraw before the deadline, otherwise, the $50 application fee will
be assessed to the students' account. 
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