University of Sarajevo
University of Missouri-St. Louis Exchange Program in Bosnia and Herzegovina
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What is it like there?
The University of Sarajevo descends from centuries-long tradition of higher education in Bosnia and Herzegovina. There are currently more than 55,000 students at the University. It has a decentralized structure, meaning that departments and schools operate as autonomous units under a loose university association.
What will I study?
The partnership between the University of Missouri-St. Louis and University of Sarajevo is new and developing. The majority of opportunities for students is limited by the student's knowledge of the host languages. With those language skills, students can easily take classes in most departments at the University of Sarajevo for which they qualify.
As the University of Sarajevo's website states: "The majority of courses and study programmes are in Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian (which is the same language with some minor regional variations) and candidate needs to have some level of knowledge of the host country’s language before arrival.
However, there are cases where complete study programmes are in English:
Center for Interdisciplinary Postgraduate Studies
The Sarajevo Business School - undergraduate and postgraduate joint programmes of the School of Economics and Business Sarajevo and Griffith College Dublin, Faculty of Business)
or where some courses can be provided in English (since professors are willing to enable consultations, literature or exams in English).
Students have to explore these options individually. This is a very important step, since it will be one of the major considerations when candidates’ applications are evaluated by the host institution."
View the International Office page for more details.
Programs offered in English include journalism and visual media and business studies.
What is the language of instruction?
Bosnian. Currently, very few courses are taught in English, however, professors may be willing to teach in English in certain departments. Alternatively, if you have basic knowledge of Bosnian to follow the lectures, you could possibly take exams and write papers in English.
Where will I live?
Students can live in shared dormitory rooms (approximately $150 a month) at the Sarajevo Student Centre. The Sarajevo Student Centre is a public institution providing room and board to full-time students at the University in Sarajevo. The room and board (breakfast and dinner) is available at the Student Dorm in Nedžarići and the Student Dorm in Bjelave for approximately $250/month. Dorm website
NEDŽARIĆI STUDENT DORM is located in the new part of Sarajevo. Its accommodation capacities are 960. The rooms are doubles and triples. They include bathrooms. The dorm also has the following facilities: cafeteria, study hall, TV room, multimedia and IT centre, billiard hall, café-pizzeria, sports facilities and car park.
JELAVE STUDENT DORM is located in the central part of Sarajevo. Its capacity is 1000 beds. The rooms vary in terms of accommodation capacity. The dorm has the following facilities: cafeteria, TV room, multimedia and IT centre, study rooms, sports facilities.
Alternatively, students may find their own or shared apartments in Sarajevo.
When can I go?
Students may attend the University of Sarajevo for the fall semester, winter semester, or entire academic year.
What are the eligibility requirements?
Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 and be a
junior or senior. Some knowledge of Bosnian is recommended.
How can I learn more?
Visit the University of Sarajevo website, the International Student Guide, or stop by the Study Abroad Office in 261 MSC to browse their catalogs.
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 the University of Sarajevo
compared to a semester at UM-St. Louis. When you participate in a UM-St. Louis exchange program, like this one, you continue to pay UMSL tuition and may use your financial aid. In addition, both CIS and external scholarships are available.
U. of Sarajevo |
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 | $1,200.00 | $2,805.00 |
| Meals3 | $1,200.00 | $1,698.00 |
| Airfare | $1,500.00 | |
| Books | $150.00 | $400.00 |
| Miscellaneous4 | $500.00 | |
| Total Estimated Cost5 | $7,643.60 | $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 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 May 24, 2010