Bulgaria: Veliko Turnovo Summer


Program Overview

The University of Veliko Turnovo is one of the major universities in Bulgaria, re-established in 1963. It has 11 colleges: Business Education, Fine Arts, History, Law, Math and Computer Science, Philology, Philosophy, Public Health, Theology, and a Center for Physical Education and Sports. The university has additional campuses in the cities of Vraca and Pleven. The total number of students in Veliko Turnovo is approximately 11,000. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in 64 fields of study. It is fully accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education in Bulgaria. Veliko Turnovo is in northern Bulgaria, 160 miles east of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria.

 
Academic Profile

University of Veliko Turnovo in Veliko Turnovo

Course Offerings

Introduction to Bulgarian Language (3 credits)

Introduction to Bulgarian Culture (3 credits)

Teaching Internship (6 credits):
Students teach English language classes at the University of Plovdiv or to adults in the community. The type of classes taught varies from conversation classes for advanced students to elementary English classes.

 

Activities and Opportunities

Student Life

On campus housing in dorms; or Off-campus housing in apartments.

 

Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria Summer Program Details

Duration

Summer: August 1 - August 31

Application Deadline(s)

May 31

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

$810

Costs Included

Instructional costs abroad, fees, room and board, books.

Costs Not Included

Airfare ($850-$1,300), passport and visa, personal costs, health insurance.

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

 

Your Adventure in Bulgaria Begins Here

Submit Application Materials To:

Alci Arias, Assistant Director

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

How do I apply?

 

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CCIS APPLICATION PACKAGE AND INSTRUCTIONS

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.