Description

The Central European Studies study abroad program in Warsaw, Poland is intended for students who have an interest in Poland and Central Europe, as well as political, social, and/or economic transformation from a state controlled to a democratic market-based system.

Academic Program
Established in 1989, the program provides a broad-based academic program combined with an in-country cultural experience. The program offers students Polish language instruction and a series of specially designed courses in such fields as Central European politics, literature, history, and economics, as well as the option to enroll in Warsaw School of Economics (WSE) courses taught in English or Polish.

Academic Culture
All CIEE courses are taught in English. Course content is country and region specific. The teaching method tends to be lectures, although most professors welcome discussion. CIEE courses generally meet twice a week for 1.5 hours. CIEE students are registered at the Warsaw School of Economics as full time students and are granted WSE student IDs.

The CIEE program calendar follows that of the U.S. higher education system, with the fall semester from late August to mid-December, and the spring semester from late January to mid-May. However, the academic calendar for the Warsaw School of Economics consists of a fall semester from late September to late January and a spring semester from mid-February to late May or early June. CIEE students who directly enroll in WSE courses may request permission for early exams (prior to the winter holiday break (fall semester) or summer break (spring semester), although CIEE does not guarantee approval of such requests.

Highlights

• Study business, economics, and political science with Polish and other European students in English-taught classes
  
• Live in a country transforming from a state-controlled to a democratic market-based system: take advanced level business courses taught in English
  
• Visit Gdansk and the Solidarity Museum, Kraków, Auschwitz, and the Holocaust Museum
  
• Explore Polish culture and get reimbursed through the cultural reimbursement program

Cultural Reimbursement
The CIEE Study Center in Warsaw offers a cultural reimbursement program that may be used to explore Warsaw and other areas of Poland independently. As a means of encouraging students to take maximum advantage of their time in Warsaw and in Poland, students may be reimbursed for some of their tickets to theater, Polish films, opera, ballet, and other special local events.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Please check the CIEE website for current program pricing.

Program Fees Include:

The CIEE program fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

Experience Required

yes

• Overall GPA 2.75

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently

Scholarships are Available

We have several scholarships that students can apply for. Contact CIEE for details.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application
• Other

CIEE's Mission Statement

Since 1947, the Council on International Educational Exchange, known as CIEE, has been in pursuit of its mission, "to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. Our services to young people studying, working, teaching, and traveling abroad are more important than ever.

Year Founded

1947