University of Nebraska Omaha

MAUI-Utrecht Network Exchange Program

This program is part of the MAUI-Utrecht Network Exchange and is open to students from member institutions only. Interested students should contact their local study abroad coordinator regarding the application/placement process and for additional information.

University of Nebraska Omaha

University	University of Nebraska at Omaha
Number of spaces available for Utrecht Network students in 2009/2010 (in semesters)	Will accept 8; request to send 8 in return
Areas of study open for Utrecht Network students (list explicitly)	All areas EXCEPT: Medicine, Agriculture, and graduate level Engineering Undergraduate Engineering students will require approval from the department prior to acceptance.
Areas restricted to prior bilateral agreements between the exchanging departments or faculties	No restrictions
Areas of study not open for Utrecht Network students	Medicine, Agriculture, Law and graduate level Engineering
What graduate programs are open to exchange students? What are the conditions? Can advanced undergraduate exchange students take graduate level courses?	Utrecht Network graduate students will be considered for placement, pending approval from individual campus departments. Additional application material may be requested.
Student Contact person(s)	Krista Cupich Study Abroad Advisor & Int’l Exchange Coordinator International Studies and Programs Office ASH 241 6001 Dodge Street Omaha, NE 68182-0227 USA e-mail: kcupich@mail.unomaha.edu phone: 402-554-2293 fax: 402-554-2949
General university web site	www.unomaha.edu
International office web site/information website for incoming students	International Studies and Programs: http://world.unomaha.edu ------------------------------------------------------------- Exchange Student Admissions: http://world.unomaha.edu/ index.php?page=studyabroad&subpage= incomingexchangestudents International Student Advising: http://world.unomaha.edu/
Academic Calendar	Fall Semester 2009 24 August – 18 December --------------------------------------------- Spring Semester 2010 11 January – 7 May
Examination Period(s)	Fall Semester 2009 13 – 18 December --------------------------------------------- Spring Semester 2010 1 – 7 May
Orientation session(s)	International Student Orientations are held prior to the start of each new term. All new students are required to attend the orientation. Fall Semester 2008 20-23 August --------------------------------------------- Spring 2009 – 7 – 10 January
Application deadline(s) for admission	Priority Deadlines for Incoming Exchange Students: Fall 2009 or 2009-10 Academic Year: 1 April 2009 Spring 2010: 15 September 2009 *Late applications will be considered based on availability of housing and exchange openings. These deadlines are usually flexible.
Application procedures: web site or mail	Nominated students will receive a detailed e-mail regarding the application procedure.
Course registration deadline(s)	Students accepted to our program will receive assistance with course registration through the International Programs office.
Language requirements	English language proficiency required.
Language test certificate required?	Undergraduate Students: 500 TOEFL or 5.5 IELTS Graduate Students: varies by program
Preparatory language course for incoming students (indicate dates and costs)	ILUNO (Eight week intensive language program) Tuition Cost for 8 week program$1,388/Fees $125 Tuition Cost for 16 week program$2,775/Fees $249 Living Expenses: contact advisor for further details
Internships available	Under the provisions for J1 visa requirements for "Academic Training." In past years, Utrecht Network students have had success at finding their own internship placements.
Student jobs available/allowed?	no
Housing assistance (indicate how to apply)	All students are required to live in on-campus, apartment style housing and receive application information upon application.
Housing options	On-Campus Housing: University & Maverick Villages (Homestay options are available on a limited basis.)
Housing application deadline(s)	Utrecht Network students are given priority and need to work with the International Studies & Programs office to secure accommodations as early as possible.
Cost estimates per month -Housing -Meals -Books -Local Transportation -Health insurance	Below are estimated costs subject to change. On-Campus Housing: (approx.) $2, 075 per term Meals: (depending on habits) $2000 per term Health Insurance (approx.) $300 per term Books, Supplies: $400 per term Personal: $1055 per term --------------------------------------------------------------- Total $5,430
Additional fees to pay (indicate amounts and subjects)	Fees for Special Courses: Laboratory and special instructional fees are charged to cover the cost of materials and equipment in some classes. Average fees for language/science courses are between $10.00-$20.00 per credit. Fees for classroom art supplies, voice lessons, or architecture courses are considerably higher.
Comparable health insurance coverage from abroad allowed/not allowed	Allowed. All health insurance must be approved by UNO Student Health Services during Orientation Week.
Health facilities at the university	Student Health Services (Full time registered nursing staff, part time doctor on staff) University Counseling Services (personal, academic, career) University Gymnasium (track, weightlifting, pool)
Additional information	Recommended UNO web page highlights: Campus Recreation www.unomaha.edu/~wwocr/ Outdoor Venture Center www.unomaha.edu/~wwwocr/unoovc/OVC_Home.htm Enjoy the city of Omaha: www.omaha.com/
Last update of this information	January 2009