Description

In Brussels, the NGO capital of the world, you'll live with a host family and have the opportunity to explore one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities while sampling elegant Belgian cuisine including its famous chocolates.

At BCA's program at Brussels, you'll study at Vesalius College, an American-style institution with students from around the world. You'll be able to enroll in courses in a variety of subjects, including communications, economics, history, management, political science, and psychology while living in proximity to the major institutions of the European Union. To really make the most of your Brussels experience, BCA can help you apply for internships through Vesalius. During the semester, you can look forward to an excursion with other BCA students in Europe related to BCA's peace and social justice focus. During the spring semester, you have the opportunity to attend BCA's International Student Conference on U.S. European Relations, a chance to discuss the state of the relationship with people actually working in European and U.S. institutions in Europe.

Highlights

Why BCA Brussels, Belgium?
- Live in Belgium's capital city, home to the European Union headquarters and various NGOs.
- Gain international work experience with internships that can be arranged through Vesalius College.
- Take courses in communications, social sciences, history, international affairs, and business management.
- Study at Vesalius College, a liberal arts institution partnered with the Vrije Universiteit Brussel that encourages the development of tolerant and free-thinking individuals.
- Experience complete cultural immersion living with a host family.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Art History
• Business
• Communications
• European Studies (includes Politics)
• Political Science/politics

Cost in US$:

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Program Fees Include:

- Tuition
- Housing
- Meals
- Excursions
- On-site resident director assistance
- Volunteer and internship opportunities
- On-site group activities
-Seminars and guest lectures
- University services
- BCA courses taught by host institution's professors and/or resident directors
- Personal advising
- BCA International Student Conference (spring semester only, for students studying in Europe)
- Cultural and university orientation
- Intensive language training
- Academic transcript
- International SOS Membership

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-3 weeks

BCA Study Abroad's Mission Statement

BCA is one of the nation's oldest independent organizations committed to promoting international understanding and academic excellence through college study abroad programs for U.S. students.

Year Founded

1962