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Goethe University
JOHANN WOLFGANG GOETHE UNIVERSITY
FRANKFURT AM MAIN
Frankfurt’s commercial tradition, its
cosmopolitanism, liberalism, pragmatism, tolerance, interest in science
and technology, and its commitment to social issues have influenced the
university since its beginnings. The basis for the later Goethe
University was laid in the early 20th century through the commitment of
wealthy Frankfurt citizens, many of them Jewish, to promoting education
and science. On the 100th anniversary of Goethe’s death in 1932
Frankfurt University took its present name. Goethe University has 35,000
students, which places it among the ten largest institutions of higher
education in Germany. Over 600 professors are engaged in teaching and
research in the university, and a total of 170 different degree programs
are offered by the 21 academic departments.
FRANKFURT AM MAIN
Frankfurt is not a average university
town – it’s a lot more. Frankfurt is not a huge city of millions – it’s
a city of 600,000 in small neighborhoods linked together. Frankfurt has
it’s skyline and office buildings that makes it a financial center of
the European Union but it also has parks throughout the city. There is
something for everyone in the cultural and artistic opportunities to
explore. A great advantage for students is the incomparable mass transit
system.
Frankfurt is a city of trade, a financial centre, a transportation hub,
a major European metropolis, but also a city of intellect, of apple
wine, of small-town friendliness, green spaces and 180 nationalities.
Academic
Program
Courses are available in the following
disciplines:
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Art |
Geography |
Philosophy |
Click here for undergraduate courses offered in English.
Click here for course syllabi and the Goethe Learning Argeement.
Intensive German Course for Exchange Students (DIA Kurs) in September
Every year in September an
all-day German course takes place which is especially designed for
visiting students. This Intensive German for Foreigners course ('DIA')
starts on the first weekday of September with a diagnostic test.
According to your previous German language skills participants are
divided into two levels. If you want to enroll in the ”DIA“ course, you
can do so on the form ”Zulassungsantrag“. For participation in the ”DIA“
course, good basic German language skills are required.
German Course during the Academic Year
During the term several German courses are offered by the
Internationales Studienzentrum, to improve and enhance German language
skills. In these courses specific academic language skills are taught,
such as composition and writing of academic papers, discussion and
presentation of papers, pronunciation and intonation etc. You can
combine a variety of these courses in your schedule.
Courses in German and/or English are available on Goethe's website:
http://www.uni-frankfurt.de/english/international/students/applicants/courses.html.
COURSE EQUIVALENCIES
The
course equivalencies
spreadsheets have been compiled from
past approved Academic Plan forms.
They show when the course was last approved and
how it transferred back to La Crosse. You may notice that
some classes satisfied several UWL options.
This list is not comprehensive nor does it take the place of meeting with your advisor for final approval! They are meant to be a guide of what courses may be appropriate for your studies abroad.
Housing and
Meals
Housing will be reserved for
you in the Studententwohnheim,
however, you will be required to pay your rent directly upon arrival.
The rental period begins on September 1st and ends on
February 28th for the winter semester and begins March 1st
and ends on July 31st for the summer semester; the rental
period cannot be shortened or lengthened. The monthly rent for a single
room in the Studententwohnheim
is approximately 165 € to 210 € ($220-$280); in addition you have to pay
a deposit of 250 € to 300 €. A privately rented room costs about 250 €
to 350 €. Meals are not included in the program fees. Kitchen facilities
are available in the
Studententwohnheim. Lunch at the cafeteria on campus costs about 2 €
to 3 € ($3-$5).
PASSPORTS & VISAS
Before you travel abroad, you will need
to obtain a passport, which will serve as proof of your U.S.
citizenship. A passport may allow you to gain entry to (and exit from)
other countries. Depending on the country to which you're traveling, a
visa may be required as well.
Entry requirements vary from one country to another. The U.S. State
Department issues
travel warnings specific to certain countries, and offers
tips and publications relevant to travel abroad generally. Well in
advance of your departure, you should also familiarize yourself with
international travel health issues, and health recommendations
specific to your destination.
Program Dates
Academic Year: mid-September
to late-July
Spring Semester: mid-March to late-July
Program Dates:
http://www.uni-frankfurt.de/english/international/exchprog/recent/index.html
Due to the academic calendar at most German universities, a fall-only
program is not possible.
For more precise dates refer to the
Program Dates.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
2.5 GPA minimum, 2.75+ GPA preferred
Second-semester sophomore standing (45 credits minimum), Junior standing
preferred
4 semesters college-level German minimum; completion of 300-level
coursework recommended
Program Fee
The program fee includes the following:
- Tuition (12-15 credits) and Administrative Fees
- Orientation to Study Abroad Class
- Study Abroad Health Insurance (required by UW System)
- International Student Identity Card (ISIC)
- Study Abroad Graduation Sash
Financial Aid is applicable to
program fees.
Refer to Program Fees for the most current
program fee.
Other costs not included in program fee:
- Airfare
- Housing
- Meals
- German Student Services Fee
For More
Information
Goethe University
Homepage
International Office
At-a-Glance Brochure
Arrival Information
Student Handbook
Frankfurt City Information
Tips and Advice from Program Alumni
● Back ● Apply! ● Fees ● Dates ● Alumni Comments
● Study Abroad Homepage ● OIE Homepage
Office of
International Education
1209 Centennial Hall
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
1725 State Street
La Crosse, WI 54601 USA
| Telephone: 608-785-8016 | Fax: 608-785-8923 | E-Mail: studyabroad@uwlax.edu |