Study Abroad
The Netherlands
Middelburg Center for Transatlantic Studies
MIDDELBURG CENTER FOR TRANSATLANTIC
STUDIES
MCTS was conceived in 1995 by
representatives of 12 institutions across the United States, Mexico, and
Europe, and offered its first teaching program in Spring, 1998. Its goal
has been to provide a unique educational program based on the
interactive relationship between peoples and cultures on both sides of
the Atlantic. It is the first institution devoted to such a mission: no
other study-abroad program offers such an opportunity for an
international educational body to gather in one location to explore
common problems through a variety of teaching disciplines. At a time
when education and global perspectives are high on public and
governmental agendas, the MCTS has already begun to attract national and
international attention because of its unique mission and innovation.
MIDDELBURG
Middelburg, capital of the province of Zeeland,
lies on the Veere-Vlissingen Canal on the former island of Walcheren.
It is one of the oldest towns in the
Netherlands, with origins going back to
Carolingian times. It is an important market and commercial center
for an extensive agricultural area. Major contributions are also
made to the town's economy by industry (electrical engineering,
chemicals, metal processing) and the tourist trade.
On May 17, 1940, the town suffered heavy damage in a German air attack, but the major buildings and streets which were destroyed were almost all restored in the original style after the war. In 1975 Middelburg's successful restoration policy earned it the designation of "European Heritage City".
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
The courses offered at Middelburg vary from term to term.
The courses, arranged in four different blocks,
represent a wide variety of topics and are taught by instructors from
several different universities and countries.
Click
here
for MCTS course descriptions.
Each student will be allowed to take one course from Roosevelt Academy from their 200 and 300 level courses. Students will register for three (3) credits during the summer program.
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
Students will live in residence halls with
the students from Roosevelt Academy. Each student will receive 1200
Euros as a meal stipend so they may purchase food or meals. Each
student will have cooking facilities and there is no cafeteria.
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
Summer: June-July
For more precise dates refer to the
Program Dates.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
- 2.5 minimum GPA
- The desire to experience the world and receive academic credit for doing it!
PROGRAM FEE
The
program fee includes the following:
- Tuition
- University and Administrative Fees
- Housing and Meals
- Use of Roosevelt Academy's facilities (including computers and internet)
- Resident permit fees
- On-site Orientation and Support
- Textbooks and Field Trips (course-specific)
- Study Abroad Health Insurance (required by UW System)
- International Student Identity Card (ISIC)
- Study Abroad Graduation Sash
All program fees subject to change. Valid for undergraduate Wisconsin residents only; out-of-state students pay Minnesota reciprocity or a non-resident surcharge.
Airfare is not included in the program price.
Financial aid is applicable.
Refer to Program Fees for the most current
program fee.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Home Page:
http://www.transatlanticstudies.org/index.php/home
Student Handbook:
http://www.transatlanticstudies.org/index.php/student-info/59?task=view
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