MSU Faculty Led Short-Term Study Abroad Institutes

Global Education Center Montclair State University 22 Normal Avenue Upper Montclair, NJ 07043

Tel: 973 655-4185 Fax: 973 655-7654 simonw@mail.montclair.edu

International summer institutes and study tours are offered in conjunction with academic departments and designed by faculty with expertise in the subject area and experience in the country visited.

MSU faculty led short-term study abroad institutes: International summer institutes are 4-6 week thematic study and travel programs led by MSU faculty and held at host universities in France, Spain, Italy, England, Mexico, Germany, China and other countries. Participants select two courses (six credits) from the offerings for that program, focused on language, literature, area studies, cultural history, environmental studies and art history. All international travel arrangements, housing, faculty-led field trips and overnight excursions are built into the programs to provide a comprehensive cultural experience appropriate to novice as well as experienced travelers. Montclair State University faculty accompany the group throughout the programs, and provide on-site support services as well as pre-departure orientations. New programs and destinations are being developed each year.

 

Academic Requirements and Offerings (click here for forms and applications.)

Application procedure
All participants are required to have
1) a minimum GPA of 2.75;
2) an interview with one or both of the faculty leading that program;
3) a reference form completed by a faculty member other than the faculty leading that program;
4) the $100 non-refundable application fee.
Summer programs are open to non-MSU students and high achieving high school seniors who demonstrate special interest.
Non-MSU students, new transfer students and high school seniors will need to submit two references forms plus an official transcript from their home institution(s).

Program Costs: Each program is priced to include airfare, housing, field trips and administrative fees. The following items are usually not included: visa charges if necessary, transportation to and from US airport, books, items of a personal nature and gratuities. Meals are included for some programs but not for others -- check program specifics. Price are based on a minimum of 15-20 paying participants and are subject to change. Program costs do not include tuition, which is paid directly to the MSU Bursar.  Tuition expenses will vary depending on undergraduate or graduate level, and in-state or out-of-state residence. Tuition and fees for 2010 will be posted shortly.

Tuition and fees for Summer Sessions 2009 were:

* Undergraduate New Jersey residents: $369.63 per credit or $987.89per course
* Undergraduate non-residents: $567.26 per credit or $1,580.78 per course
* Graduate New Jersey residents: $615.64 per credit or $1725.92 per course
* Graduate non-residents: . $880.24 per credit or $2519.72 per course
* Tuition and fees are subject to change

Summer Sessions 2010 information is available at http://www.montclair.edu/SummerSessions. Web Registration begins April 7 for MSU students and April 17 for visiting Students . All Study abroad courses are by permit only and program applications must be approved by the Global Education center, before registration for courses. Registration for courses should be done by May 15th and tuition is paid directly to the Bursar.

Montclair State University students may apply for a Global Education scholarship for these programs. The deadline for application is March 1. Click Forms & Application . Students currently receiving financial aid should contact the Financial Aid office regarding tuition and program cost assistance.

Please contact Wendy Gilbert-Simon, Global Programs Coordinator by phone at 973-655-4185 or by email at simonw@mail.montclair.edu for further information.

2010 Institutes

Montclair in Madrid
Focus on Spanish Language and Literature

Montclair in Florence
Focus on Italian Language and Literature

Montclair in Verona
Trace the Bard's Italian Roots

Montclair in Nice
French Language and Civilization

Montclair in Sicily
The Mediterranean Crossroads - A Learning Community

Previous Institutes