Athena Study Abroad in Heidelberg, Germany

Program Description

Heidelberg is a charming college town that not only has a small town feel, but also an energetic vibe from local German college students. The city is a combination of history and modern innovation. There are many different bus or train systems in Heidelberg that provide students easy access to travel in the city, out into Germany, and beyond. Housing for students is in the Villa Krehl, which is over a century old. The Villa is close to the school and is located in a safe neighborhood. Many activities are available for students, whether it's shopping, biking, hiking, or joining the local soccer, basketball, or tennis teams for their practice.

Highlights

The school in Heidelberg offers a variety of courses and prides themselves especially on their business and political science programs. Even the field trips included in the program are geared toward business and political science learning as they take students to such places as Strasbourg, France (Headquarters of the European Union), Frankfurt (Germany's financial center), and a visit to the John Deere plant. This does not exclude other majors though, as other possible field trips may include Berlin, touring various castles, and a walking tour of the city of Worms.

What`s Included

Tuition (15-16 credits per semester; 6 credits per 5-week summer session)
Housing in shared student dormitory (limited single rooms available for fee)
Utilities
Flight terminal Transportation from/to Frankfurt International Airport terminal.
Medical insurance from HTH Worldwide, an international leader in global medical insurance.
Services of an on-site student expert.
Several school trip and also adventures, including a 3-day travel to Berlin for term students (including round-trip train ticket, holiday accommodation as well as guided trips).
Student services including independent travel advising
Pre-departure guide and advising
Official U.S. transcript from the University of the Incarnate Word
24-hour emergency line to experts (wellness concerns).
Online account management
Special occasion receptions (welcome, farewell, etc)
Cost-free cellular phone leasing.
On-site orientation
Coordination of program alumni contact
Campus internet access
On-campus library facilities
Unparalleled personalized service
Contribution to a world charity through Students Offering Support (S.O.S.), the charitable arm of Athena