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Description

The goals of the Central European Studies program are to help students gain a greater understanding of Central Europe, with specific emphasis on the Polish perspective and experience, while learning more about business practices and economics in Poland and the European Union through courses at the Warsaw School of Economics.
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 courses taught in English through the Community of European Management Schools (CEMS).

Academic Culture
All content 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 Christmas holiday), although CIEE does not guarantee approval of such requests.

Highlights

• English-taught classes with the opportunity to study business, economics, and political science with Polish and other European students
  
• Study in a country transforming from a state-controlled to a democratic market-based system: advanced level business courses taught in English
  
• Cultural excursions and study tours to Gdansk and the Solidarity Museum, Krakow, Zakopane, Auschwitz, and the Holocaust Museum
  
• Cultural reimbursement program that allows students to explore Polish culture

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, film, 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

Cost Include Description:

The CIEE fees for 2010-11 include 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, comprehensive student handbook, 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 to Poland

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