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• Spring 2014
• Spring 2015
• Academic year 2014-2015

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Program Overview

Come immerse yourself in Swedish society and culture while enrolling in a variety of rigorous coursework at one of the premier universities in Scandinavia.

Through coursework at Uppsala University, participation in university activities, and cultural excursions and activities, studying abroad in Sweden offers you valuable insight into the country’s past and present while providing a rewarding academic experience in an atmosphere of world-competitive research.

Study abroad in Sweden and you will:

• Study at one of the premier universities in Europe, alongside local Swedish and international students, while living in a true university town
• Enroll directly in a wide range of courses in business, sciences, information technology, social sciences, and humanities
• Enjoy local and regional excursions designed to introduce you to the rich cultural history and physical beauty of Sweden
• Experience campus life through Uppsala University’s “Student Nations”

The CIEE Difference

Coursework

In addition to courses in Swedish language, history, literature, and art, take advantage of myriad elective courses at one of the most prestigious universities in Europe. Indulge your interests in everything from business, government, and astronomy to chemistry, earth sciences, medicine, and informatics and new media.

Excursions

The study abroad program includes a variety of local and regional excursions designed to introduce you to Uppsala and the surrounding Uppland countryside. Excursions vary each semester and include such locations as Uppsala Castle, Gamla Uppsala (Old Uppsala), local festivals, Stockholm, the Stockholm Archipelago, a tour of the Province of Uppland, and possible trips to Kiruna/Lappland, Gotland and the West Coast of Sweden. In addition, Uppsala offers a number of cultural and historical events and has a concert hall, and a number of museums and theaters.

Cultural Activities

The Uppsala University Student Nations provide you with activities and cultural events throughout the year. By participating in these active campus organizations, you will learn firsthand about the life of Swedish university students. Student Nations organize formal dances, sporting events, discussions, theater and music events, and the ever-popular “gasques” (formal dinner party with a three course meal, usually followed by singing, sancing and other types of entertainment).

University courses may also include opportunities for field research and community involvement.

Dates, Deadlines & Fees

We want to make sure you get the most out of your experience when you study abroad with CIEE, which is why we offer the most inclusions in our fees.

• Tuition and housing
• Pre-departure advising and optional on-site airport meet and greet
• Full-time program leadership and support
• Field trips and cultural activities
• CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits

Please note, program dates are subject to change. Please contact your CIEE Study Abroad Advisor before purchasing airfare. Click the button to view more detailed information about dates and fees as well as estimated additional costs. Please talk with your University Study Abroad Advisor about additional fees that may be charged by your home institution when participating in a program abroad.

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Costs

Fall 2014

04/01/2014

TBA

TBA

$17,850

Program Date Notes

Program Fees

In addition to the items outlined below, the CIEE program fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

Participation Confirmation *

$300

Educational Costs **

$14,448

Housing

$3,000

Insurance

$102

This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

* non-refundable

** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

Estimated Additional Costs

Meals not included in program fee

$2,250

International Airfare *

$1,650

Local Transportation

$150

Books & Supplies

$350

Visa Fees

$155

Personal expenses

$2,400

The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

* round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

Spring 2014 (20 wks)

10/01/2013

01/17/2014

06/08/2014

$17,850

Program Date Notes

Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.

Program Fees

In addition to the items outlined below, the CIEE program fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

Participation Confirmation *

$300

Educational Costs **

$14,448

Housing

$3,000

Insurance

$102

This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

* non-refundable

** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

Estimated Additional Costs

Meals not included in program fee

$2,250

International Airfare *

$1,650

Local Transportation

$150

Books & Supplies

$350

Visa Fees

$155

Personal expenses

$2,400

The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

* round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

Spring 2015

10/01/2014

TBA

TBA

Program Date Notes

Program Fees

This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

Estimated Additional Costs

The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

Academic year 2014-2015

04/01/2014

TBA

TBA

$33,900

Program Date Notes

Program Fees

In addition to the items outlined below, the CIEE program fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

Participation Confirmation *

$300

Educational Costs **

$27,498

Housing

$6,000

Insurance

$102

This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

* non-refundable

** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

Estimated Additional Costs

Meals not included in program fee

$4,500

International Airfare *

$1,650

Local Transportation

$300

Books & Supplies

$700

Visa Fees

$155

Personal expenses

$4,800

The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

* round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

Eligibility

• Overall GPA 3.0

Recommended Credit

Total recommended credit for the semester is 16–17 semester/24–25.5 quarter hours and 32–34 semester/48–51 quarter hours for the academic year. All students must take a total of 30 Uppsala credits (points) per semester. Course credit varies between Uppsala faculties. Courses are offered for 5, 7.5, 10, or 15 Uppsala points, or 3, 4, 6, or 8 U.S. semester credits respectively.

The culture courses Swedish Art, Architecture and Music, and Swedish Literature are each worth 7.5 Uppsala credits (4 U.S. credits). The Swedish History course is worth 15 Uppsala credits (8 U.S. credits).

Course contact hours are 20–48 hours unless otherwise indicated. The Swedish system generally requires more self-directed learning per each hour in class than U.S. institutions. The contact hours listed on students’ grade reports refer to the time spent in class, and CIEE credit recommendations are based on an evaluation of the total effort required for each course.

Program Requirements

All CIEE study abroad students take a Swedish language course, at least one elective course with a focus on Sweden, and two to three elective courses at Uppsala University.

The academic semester is divided into four periods of approximately five weeks each. Students take at least one but no more than two courses each quarter. Students must plan carefully in order to confirm that scheduling for their desired courses does not conflict, as individual departments have a certain degree of freedom in deciding course start dates and times, including breaks.

About The City

Uppsala, with a population of 200,000, is Sweden’s fourth-largest city and lies approximately 70 km north of Stockholm. Combining the opportunities found in a large city with the intimacy of a small town, Uppsala is an attractive destination for students who want to learn firsthand about Swedish history and culture. The city traces its roots back to Viking times and has been considered the religious center of Sweden since the establishment of a Christian archdiocese in the 12th century. Uppsala is known for its connection to the Nobel Prize and has become the home to various leading companies in the field of biotechnology.

Meet The Staff

Felicitas Rabiger

Felicitas was born in Erlangen, Germany, where she grew up and went to school. However, after graduating, she was eager to explore the world and went on to study and live in several countries. She holds a Bachelor's degree in English/American Studies and Intercultural Communications from Bayreuth University, Germany as well as an M.A. double degree in European Studies from Groningen University, the Netherlands and Uppsala University, Sweden. During her studies, she also spent an exchange year at University College Dublin, Ireland. Since 2010, she has been living in Sweden, both in the towns of Uppsala and Linköping, where she worked with international students at both Uppsala University and Linköping University.

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Where You'll Study

The goals of the Arts and Sciences study abroad program are for students to develop an understanding of Swedish society and culture while enrolling in a variety of rigorous academic courses at one of the premier universities in Scandinavia. Through coursework at Uppsala University, participation in university activities, and program excursions and activities, students gain valuable insight into Sweden’s past and present while having a rewarding academic experience.

Housing & Meals

Study abroad students live in residence halls located throughout Uppsala with Swedish, international, and CIEE students. Students typically live in single rooms with their own bathroom, and share kitchen and laundry facilities. Some students may be assigned to double rooms with a roommate. Many residence halls only accept a limited number of foreign students, allowing for maximum integration with the local Swedish student population. Students typically commute to and from campus by bicycle, city bus, or foot.

Meals are not included in the program fee and are the responsibility of the student. Meals may be prepared in the student housing or eaten at some of the student nations (student clubs), local restaurants, or cafés. Many local restaurants provide a meal discount to students.

Orientations

The program begins with a one-week mandatory orientation held in Uppsala. The orientation includes activities and information sessions organized by both CIEE and Uppsala University staff and students. The orientation introduces you to the country, culture, and academic program, and provides practical information about life in Uppsala. Orientation week includes excursions, social events with local students, and sessions on health and safety, cross-cultural communication, and life in Sweden. Ongoing support is provided by CIEE staff on an individual and group basis throughout the study abroad program.

Internet

You are encouraged to bring a wireless-enabled laptop, the appropriate plug adapter, and an Internet cable in order to utilize Internet ports available in the residence halls. Internet access is also available throughout the university campus, such as in the Student Union and various faculties and departments.

Academics

The Arts and Sciences study abroad program, established in fall 2009, offers students the opportunity to study alongside Swedish and other international students at one of the top universities in Scandinavia. Students pursue their own academic interests in fields such as business, natural sciences, information technology, and social sciences while learning firsthand about contemporary Sweden and its people through required Swedish language and culture courses. The academic semester at Uppsala University is divided into four periods of roughly five weeks each. Students take at least one but no more than two courses each quarter.

Academic Culture

Swedish university courses place a great deal of emphasis on individual student responsibility and performance. Courses combine a variety of methodologies, including lectures, seminars, group work, laboratory work, and independent study. In addition to remembering the materials covered in class, students are expected to spend a significant time outside of class engaged in independent analysis and evaluation of the ideas being presented. Many American students may find the teachers and teaching style rather informal, but the faculty has high expectations and assumes that the individual students are working diligently outside of class in order to produce top results. All courses include written and/or oral examinations.

In contrast to many courses at U.S. academic institutions, Uppsala University course schedules are set by the individual departments. This results in course schedules that may fluctuate from week to week, and requires students to be flexible and highly organized. In general, scheduling conflicts are minimized if students take all of their elective courses in one academic area.

Nature of Classes

Study abroad students take Uppsala University courses with local Swedish and other international students. The Swedish language and some Swedish culture courses are only open to foreign students.

Grading System

Swedish universities typically award grades based on the following scale: Pass with Distinction, Pass, or Fail. For most courses, the Uppsala University transcript currently also lists information on the statistical distribution of the national grades for each course over time. In 2012 there may be additional changes adopted.. CIEE converts the Uppsala University grades into recommended U.S. letter grades of A–F.

Language of Instruction

English
Swedish

Faculty

All courses are taught by Uppsala University faculty.

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