Polish at Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznan
A city of 600,000 inhabitants in north-western Poland, Poznan features an exquisite Renaissance old town. It is the capital of the most affluent province of the country, with flourishing agriculture and industry, and rich cultural traditions. Poznan lies half way between Berlin and Warsaw, linking the East and West. The oldest section of the city called Ostrow Tumski (built in 10th - 11th century AD), gave rise to the Polish state itself. It is there, in the Cathedral's Golden Chapel, that homage is paid to the first rulers of Poland. Poznan is also a research and university center with a strong growth trend. 120,000 students are currently enrolled in 19 state and private institutions of higher education in Poznan.
Semesters run October 1 - January 15 and February 15 - June 30.
Participants may attend either semester alone or enroll for a year-long, two-semester program.
Each semester, participants take eight credits of Polish and six credits in Polish history and culture, as well as analysis of contemporary institutions, politics, and society. Participants are registered as ASU students and qualify for up to 14 hours per semester of ASU residence credit. Credit and grades for Adam Mickiewicz University classes appear on ASU transcripts.
The program is open to upper division and graduate students with a GPA of at least 3.0 who have completed two semesters of Polish. Candidates not at this level should consider attending the ASU Critical Languages Institute the summer before participating in this program.
Students are housed in double rooms in the "Jowita" student dormitory near the Adam Mickiewicz University School of Polish Language for Foreign Students. Participants can also choose to live in single rooms, for an extra fee, however, the number of single rooms is limited.
Program costs include tuition, fees, and supplemental instructional costs of approximately $3,200 per semester. Additional expenses include passport and visa fees, insurance, personal expenses, and room and board, estimated at $4,700 per semester. (Actual figures may be higher or lower depending on program enrollment and exchange rates.)
Most ASU scholarships, grants, and loans can be applied to this program. Students should consult with financial aid counselors. The Center for Global Educational Services provides scholarships available on a competitive basis. Students are encouraged to apply for fellowships supporting study and research in the region.
CLI study abroad students are registered at ASU and qualify for up to 14 hours per semester of ASU residence credit. Upon completion of the semester, the ASU course credit and grade equivalency of each course will be assigned to the student's ASU transcript.
Apply on line through the Study abroad office. Applications are due March 1 for the fall semester program and academic year program and October 1 for the spring semester program.