Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien International Summer University: Vienna
Undergraduate Global ImmersionProgram Dates:
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July Session: July 3 - July 21, 2023 |
August Session: July 24 - August 11, 2023 |
The priority deadline for Summer 2023 is February 1st, 2023 at noon.
Program Details
- WU is the EU's largest educational institution for business and economics, business law, and social sciences.
- Vienna is one of the most livable and safest cities in the world. it has a vibrant cultural life as well as many open spaces and an excellent infrastructure. These factors make Vienna an ideal university town.
- 1.7 million people live in the city of Vienna while 2.4 million people live in the greater metropolitan area. Its location in the center of Europe makes it an important hub for international organizations and companies.
- The Carlson Global Institute strongly encourages students to live in the on-campus housing options as those are affiliated with and vetted by the partner institutions.
- Students should check the host university website and fact sheet for specific accommodations information including on-campus and off-campus options, application process and deadline, and cost information.
- WU has recommended accommodations for ISU participants in off-campus apartments or student residence halls for the duration of the ISU program. Students will book their own accommodation for the duration of ISU. The recommended accommodations offer special pricing for ISU participants.
- Students who would like to arrive before and stay after the official ISU program dates will need to arrange their own accommodations
- Students are able to attend ISU for one or both sessions
- Undergraduate students enroll in two courses per session. Each course is worth 2 UMN credits for a total of 4 UMN credits per session or 8 UMN credits for both sessions.
- Specific course information can be found on the ISU website
- Starting Fall 2020, courses from exchange partners transfer back as transfer credit on the official UMN transcript. Transfer credit does not affect overall GPA.
- No host country language skills required
- UMN student who has successfully completed the I-Core curriculum or equivalent coursework
- Preference is given to Carlson School of Management students
- Preferred minimum GPA of 3.0
- Additional criteria may apply
- The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation
All Carlson students are responsible for obtaining a passport before they participate on a study abroad program. All students participating on a summer program will be responsible for obtaining a visa or residence permit if required by their host country. The Carlson Global Institute does not process visa applications for students participating on exchange programs.
To apply for an exchange program you must first apply through the Carlson Global Institute on the Apply page. You will be charged a $50 application fee for each term that you apply for a program. If you apply for two programs in Fall semester you will be charged $50. If you apply for one program in Fall semester and one in Spring semester you will be charged $100. The priority deadline for Summer 2023 is February 1, 2023 at noon. Applications for Summer 2022 will open during Fall 2021. Applications for programs that do not fill by the priority deadline will be accepted on a rolling basis until full. Applications will be reviewed and students will be informed of their status within 6 weeks of the priority deadline. Once accepted into an exchange program, you will also complete an application to the host university.
Most financial aid may be applied to study abroad. University of Minnesota students are eligible for education abroad scholarships. Please visit "Financial Aid" and "Scholarships" for more information.
Cost Estimate (Summary)
These estimates will vary based on student preference and exchange rates. All details subject to change based on economic and international factors. Most financial aid may be applied to study abroad programs. Students should also maintain their U.S.-based health insurance plan while abroad. Visa and passport costs are subject to change. Please verify current documentation costs with the host country consulate.
Program Fee includes: Program administration, public transportation pass, course materials, and required international health and travel insurance (CISI).
| Estimated Expenses Summer 2023 - One Session | Fees |
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| Carlson School MN Resident Tuition (charged to UMN student account) | $2,155 (tuition rate for 4 UMN credits) |
| Program Fee (charged to UMN student account) | $750 |
| Transportation (to and from program site) | $1,200 |
| Documentation (passport, visa, immunization) | $165 |
| Books & Materials | $0 (included in Program Fee) |
| Room and/or Board | $450 |
| Essential Daily Living Expenses | $400 |
| Miscellaneous | $250 |
| Total | $5,370 |
| Estimated Expenses Summer 2023 - Two Sessions | |
| Carlson School MN Resident Tuition (charged to UMN student account) | $4,309 (tuition rate for 8 UMN credits) |
| Program Fee (charged to UMN student account) | $750 |
| Transportation (to and from program site) | $1,200 |
| Documentation (passport, visa, immunization) | $165 |
| Books & Materials | $0 (included in Program Fee) |
| Room and/or Board | $900 |
| Essential Daily Living Expenses | $800 |
| Miscellaneous | $500 |
| Total | $8,624 |