Hochschule Bremen
University of Missouri-St. Louis Exchange Program in Germany
| Hochschule Bremen Bremen University of Applied Sciences (Bremen UAS) Students can enroll in courses taught in English or German and have the opportunity to intern for six months. |
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What
is it like there?
Bremen's history goes back over 1,200 years. Located on the River Wester, it has a beautiful waterfront and lively cosmopolitan feel. The
Two-City-State of Bremen lies in the north of Germany and is an
important center for the North-West German region. Bremen and Bremerhaven have a population of 681,000 inhabitants. Bremen tourism information.
The Hochschule Bremen University of Applied Sciences (Bremen UAS) is a state institution of higher education. It has the academic status of a Fachhochschule, a university of applied studies in the areas of design, business administration and economics, engineering, social service, and nautical science. The Hochschule Bremen has an enrollment of about 7,000 students. There are nine departments and 23 degree courses. The Department of Business is the largest of the nine departments, with an enrollment of about 2,500 students.
What
will I study?
UMSL students may take classes at the Bremen UAS School of International Business. They offer a number business and international-related courses taught in English each semester. Please click here for a current list.
What
is the language of instruction?
German and English. German language courses are available.
What is the Study & Internship Program (SIP)?
Study & Internship Program is a one-year program for US and Canadian students. It offers semester study at Bremen UAS followed by a paid (500 euros/month) six-month internship. It is sponsored by a consortium of German universities of applied science and the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service). Participants are provided with free accommodation, a 3-week German intensive class, student mentors, and organized cultural and recreational activities. Please see the website for full details. There is a separate application for this program that is due by March 1. Please coordinate your application with the UM-St. Louis study abroad office.
Where
will I live?
Bremen UAS offers student residence halls. You can live in a single apartment or shared flat, and rent ranges from 250-300 Euros per month.
When
can I go?
Because the academic calendar is different from the calendar at UMSL,
students may study abroad during the winter semester only or the entire
academic year.
Approximate Semester Dates:
Fall: September 1 - February 15
Winter: March 1 - July 20
Bremen UAS also offers a summer intensive language program.
What
are the eligibility requirements?
Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75, be a sophomore,
junior, or senior with a business-related major or minor. A minimum of two semesters of German is strongly recommended.
How
can I learn more?
Visit the Bremen UAS School of International Business website. You can also make an appointment to discuss
this program with a study abroad advisor; call 516-5229.
How
much does it cost?
Below are the 2009-2010 estimated costs for one semester (4 months) at Bremen UAS
compared to a semester at UM-St. Louis. When you participate in a UM-St. Louis exchange program, like Bremen UAS, you continue to pay UMSL tuition and may use your financial aid. In addition, both CIS and external scholarships are available.
| Bremen UAS | UM-St. Louis | |
| Educational Fees1 | $2,947.20 | $2,947.20 |
| Information Technology Fee | $146.40 | $146.40 |
| Student Facility, Activity, & Health Fee | $0.00 | $418.68 |
| Housing2 | $1,700.00 | $2,805.00 |
| Meals3 | $1,750.00 | $1,698.00 |
| Airfare | $1,400.00 | |
| Books | $300.00 | $400.00 |
| Miscellaneous4 | $850.00 | |
| Total Estimated Cost5 | $9,093.60 | $8,415.28 |
1 Educational fees are based on 12 credit hours. Non-resident fees may apply.
2 Housing cost based on single room.
3 UMSL cost based on Option 3 Plus Meal Plan.
4 Includes local transportation
and mandatory international insurance.
5 Please note that expenses are ESTIMATES. Costs vary depending on the exchange rate, the inflation rate, individual spending habits, and amount of extra travel. The cost estimate above does not include personal expenses or independent travel, which vary widely from student to student.
How to Apply/Application Process:
To apply, please visit the Study Abroad Application Deadlines & Procedures page.
Mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation:
All UM-St. Louis students who study abroad are required to attend pre-departure orientation. This session will cover registration and financial aid, credit transfer, travel, health and safety topics, culture shock, and much more. Details and location.
Last modified January 5, 2010