Experience Cologne through CLA
“Spend your summer amongst “de Kölsche” in Cologne, Germany studying and traversing what this spirited and deep-rooted city has to offer.”
Program Details
Location
Cologne,
Germany
Term
Summer Session
Languages Taught In
English
Sponsor
College of Liberal Arts
Program Eligibility
Student Type
UofM Students
Non UofM Students
Student Year
Freshmen
Sophomores
Juniors
Seniors
GPA
2.5 GPA
Photos
About
Undergraduate and other students at the University of Minnesota have an opportunity to experience a splash of Cologne, Germany through CLA. The communications, journalism, and psychology departments offer four different courses in this fresh and new abroad program. The courses are offered in two sessions that each last 3-weeks (6/19–7/7 & 7/10–7/28), taught in English by a CLA faculty member, and will count towards your major and minor requirements (some may carry LE credit as well). To enhance the experience, the courses take advantage of the location by typically involving engagement with the local population and organizations (more details in the specific course descriptions).
Experiencing Cologne through CLA will have you exploring in its fullest; students will have the opportunity to indulge in some chocolate or waffles at an overnight Brussels trip, a city tour of Cologne, a behind the scenes tour of the world-famous Cologne Cathedral, as well as team building events. With almost 2,000 years of history Cologne is diverse and known as a major cultural and industrial center while being home to markets, museums, the largest private and public broadcasters in the EU, and plenty of other ways to immerse into the city.
Student life will be lived together in a dorm that includes an equipped communal kitchen as well as indoor and outdoor spaces for socializing. No previous knowledge of German language needed and there is scholarship availability making the affordable Cologne a bit more cost effective. Located in the heart of Northern Europe, students have access to public transportation, a compact and walkable city, and a centralized location for train rides; in less than four hours you can get an authentic croissant in Paris, see Big Ben in London, or wander the canals of Amsterdam. Apply below and enjoy some Cologne rubbing off on you this summer.”
Program Model
Housing & Meals
Students will live in shared dorm accommodation with a kitchen.
Application Deadline
April 1, 2023
Program Dates
Session I: June 19, 2023–July 7, 2023
Session II: July 10, 2023–July 28, 2023
Academics
Session 1: (6/19–7/7)
JOUR 3590: Documentary photography: Understanding Cologne through its art.
Prof Regina McCombs
Students will examine photography as a way into life in Cologne specifically, and Germany at large -- its history, culture, language, biases, opportunities, and pitfalls. Through museum trips, readings and visits from current German photojournalists, students will learn to understand the language of documentary images and how those images have impacted our world, particularly during World War II and the Cold War, when Germany was the center of world events. We'll consider differences in visual style, taste and ethics in Germany compared to the U.S. Using phones or personal cameras, students will also do their own documentation of life in Cologne. The seminar will include lectures and discussion on documentary photography and study the historic work of German photographers and photojournalists like Alfred Eisenstaedt, Paul Schultzer, Rudi Meisel, and influential American photographers like Margaret Bourke-White.
PSY 3604: Introduction to Psychopathology.
Prof Bonnie Klimes-Dougan.
Depression, substance abuse, and schizophrenia are just a few examples of serious mental health problems that are experienced around the globe. An overview of causes, prevalence, and treatments of psychopathology will be provided in this survey course, including some of the early contributions of Europeans (e.g., Sigmund Freud). Taking this opportunity to learn about traditions and customs in Germany and other parts of central Europe, we will examine how culture and historical events may serve to shape risk and protective factors of psychopathology.
More Information
For more information about the program, or if you have course questions, please contact Ascan Koerner or Tim Dohman.
Priority Deadline
April 1, 2023
Program Fee
Billing & Payments
Visit Billing for information about the billing process for application fees, deposits, and program fees.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Visit Financial Information for information on using financial aid and scholarships for study abroad.
Cancellation Policy
Before you apply to or confirm your participation on this program, review the Learning Abroad Center's Cancellation Policy to inform yourself of the timeline and financial obligations for canceling
Summer 2023
Experience Cologne through CLA: Summer IDormitory 1—DormitorySummer 2023 |
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Program Fee
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| Non-refundable deposit | $400 |
| Tuition and educational costsCovers program tuition and housing | $3,425 |
| International health insurance | $50 |
| Housing and/or meals | $1,140 |
| Transportation (if required and included in program fee) | $0 |
| Total Program Fee | $5,015 |
| Program discount for University of Minnesota and Big Ten students, if applicable | $0 |
| Total Program Fee with discount, if applicable | $5,015 |
Estimated Additional Expenses
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| Costs Typically Incurred Prior to Departure These costs may need to be paid before your financial aid is disbursed for your term abroad. | |
| Transportation to and from program site | $2,000 |
| Passport/photos | $150 |
| Visa/required documents | $0 |
| Travel clinic/immunizations* | $0 |
| Housing deposit | $0 |
| Total Estimated Cost Incurred Prior to Departure | $2,150 |
| Costs Typically Incurred After Arrival in Host Country | |
| Texts/materials | $40 |
| Housing and/or meals not included in program fee | $250 |
| Essential daily living expenses | $100 |
| Total Estimated Cost Incurred After Arrival in Host Country | $390 |
Total Estimated Cost of Participation
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| Total Estimated Cost of Participation | $7,555 |
| Spending money and personal travel Not included in financial aid calculation | $500 |
| Additional Notes & Information | |
| * Immunizations Note: This estimate is based on approximate cost of travel-related vaccinations and medications required for entry or recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your costs may be higher or lower depending on your travel clinic, the specific immunizations and medication prescribed, and your insurance coverage. | |
Prepare
Be aware: All programs require a $50 application fee. This fee will be charged to your student account upon submission of an online application.
Apply
All students are required to notify us of their vaccination or exemption status as part of the confirmation process. The COVID-19 vaccine series is strongly recommended, pursuant to CDC guidelines, but not required for participation in this program.
You will be charged a $50 application fee for each application you submit.
Complete
When you submit your online application, you will be assigned an application checklist that includes:
- First Step session
- University of Minnesota Student Release and Waiver Form
Detailed descriptions and instructions for submitting each checklist item are included on the application checklist.
Next Steps
After your application checklist is complete, your application is reviewed by our program team. You will be notified of an acceptance decision by email. If accepted, you will be assigned a confirmation checklist, which you will complete to confirm your participation in the program. If you decide not to continue with the application process, log into the online application system and submit a Cancel Request.