Sweden
Örebro University
Established as a University College in
1977, Örebro achieved full university status in 1999. It is now a growing,
modern university campus with many new buildings.
Örebro University has over 15,000
students, 700 faculty members, and 80 majors in the humanities, soci al
science, and science.
Research has a high priority at Örebro,
so students have the opportunity to engage in many research projects.
The campus is located in a wooded area
about one mile from the city center.
The city of
Örebro is in the heart of Sweden, about 120 miles from Stockholm With a
population of about 125, 000,
Örebro is Sweden's seventh largest city.
The city of
Örebro dates back to the 13th Century. Its medieval castle is one of
central Sweden’s most spectacular sights.
In the city
center there are four shopping arcades and a number of both large and small
shops of all types. About 6 miles south of Örebro is the huge shopping center “Marieberg,”
with over 60 shops.
Any part of the
city is only a few minutes bicycle ride away from campus. One of the more
striking aspects about Örebro is actually that biking is the most common way of
getting around, in spite of the excellent public bus system. Low cost bicycle
rentals are available for visitors.
Near Örebro,
there are many recreation facilities including both downhill and cross-country
skiing, one of Europe's largest indoor swimming facilities, great mountain bike
and running tracks, and year around concerts and theater performances.
Program Features
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English language courses in many
disciplines including: Biology/Ecology,
Business, Communication/Mass Media, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology,
and Women’s Studies.
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In Sweden students take one class at
a time consecutively. During a semester, a student will generally take four
classes for five weeks at a time, with a final examination at the end of that
period. Therefore, each semester is divided into four study periods and
students must select classes in each period.
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Week-long
orientation program for new students
(optional; $80 fee).
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Basic Swedish language courses
available as part of the exchange.
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All work transfers back to San
Marcos and can be used to fulfill all graduation requirements.
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Advance registration for classes.
Eligibility
Fees and Expenses
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Regular State University Fee paid to
CSU San Marcos. No tuition or fees at Örebro University.
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On-campus residence: $190-$280 per
month, depending on type of accommodation
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Health Insurance: $37 per month.
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Cost of meals and personal expenses
will vary, but average $650-675 per month.
How to Apply
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Visit the website for the
Orebro
International Office to learn about the University,
courses and
to download application forms.
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Consult with the CSU San Marcos
Study Abroad Advisor in Craven Hall 3200 to determine if you are eligible for this program.
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Consult with a faculty advisor in
your major department to determine if the Örebro courses will count toward
your major. If so, complete a Study Abroad Credit Approval Form.
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Obtain and complete an Exchange
Student Application form and submit it to the CSUSM Study Abroad Advisor in
Craven Hall 3200 along
with copies of all your academic transcripts.
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Application Deadlines
April 1 for Fall
October 1 for Spring
The Office of Global
Education
Craven Hall 3200
California State University San Marcos
333 South Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, California, 92096-0001
Tel: +1 760.750.4090
Fax: +1 760.750.3284
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updated
03/13/2008 |
