Bulgaria: Veliko Turnovo Semester

University of Veliko Turnovo in Veliko Turnovo

The program is designed for students interested in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, and to students interested in Balkan Studies. Experience has shown that this offers excellent preparation for students interested in pursuing a graduate degree in ESL, in applying to the Peace Corps, or in seeking employment in the field of international education. The academic program provides immersion in Bulgarian culture and language, as well as the opportunity to gain hands-on experience as an English instructor. Students teach at the university under the supervision of faculty members from the English Department. Students can develop professional teaching skills, and experience Bulgarian life from the perspective of a student as well as a working professional. A 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation are required for admission to this program, which is open to juniors and seniors.

Course Offerings

Introduction to Bulgarian Language (3 credits)

Introduction to Bulgarian Culture (3 credits) In English

Teaching Internship (6 credits) In English:

Students teach English language classes at the University. The type of classes taught varies from conversation classes for advanced students to elementary English classes.

 

Academic Highlights

This program offers a valuable internship in teaching English and the student is immersed in the Bulgarian Culture.

 

Student Life

There is an on-site orientation during the first week of the program.

Housing

Students are housed on-campus in a dorm, or in an off-campus room.

 

Duration

Fall - mid-October - mid-January
Spring - late February - late June

Application Deadline(s)

Fall: July 1
Spring: October 15

Eligibility Requirements

3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale; junior or senior standing; transcripts; two letters of recommendation; minimum age of 18 years of

Costs

Semester: $4,250 CCIS

Non-CCIS - $4,550

Truman requires a $300 deposit, deducted from total amount due, upon acceptance to the program, but does not have an application fee.

 

Costs Included

Instructional costs abroad, CCIS and sponsor fees, health insurance, room and board, orientation in Bulgaria.

Costs Not Included

Estimated:  Airfare ($2,000), passport and visa, personal costs ($2,500).

All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Please contact the appropriate individual to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program.

Related Links

• Wikipedia Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria

 

Submit Application Materials To:

Patrick Lecaque

Truman State University

Center for International Education Abroad
Kirk Building 114
Kirksville, MO 63501
(660) 785-4076
(660) 785-7473 (Fax)
plecaque@truman.edu

How do I apply?

Start the CCIS Study Abroad application process by downloading the forms. To download, right click on the application or recommendation form and click "save as", then save the form to your desktop or downloads. Once you have completed your form, SAVE IT FIRST!!!! DO NOT CLICK "SUBMIT" until you have SAVED your form or the recipient will receive a BLANK form. Once you have saved it, click "submit" and THEN email your completed form as an attachment to the contact email address associated with the program in which you are applying. If for some reason you do not see the email address pop up when you click "submit", then email the application to the program sponsor listed here on this page.

YOU MUST NOTIFY YOUR HOME INSTITUTIONS' STUDY ABROAD OFFICE OR ADVISOR OF YOUR INTENTIONS AND ALSO PROVIDE THEM WITH A COPY OF YOUR APPLICATION. 

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CCIS Online Application & Instructions

CCIS Online Student Recommendation

(Students: DO NOT send the student recommendation form to your evaluators as an attachment. Please only send the page URL. The student recommendation form can be found under the "Apply Now" tab.) 

All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Please contact the appropriate individual to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program.