German Studies in Berlin

PROGRAM DATES

The fall term 2013 program will roughly correspond to the Carleton fall term, September – November 2013.

EXPENSES

Students pay the 2013-2014 Carleton comprehensive fee, which covers the costs of instruction, room, board, public transportation in Berlin, all group excursions, and some cultural events. Students are expected to pay for their own airfare, as well as personal expenses such as individually planned excursions and the purchase of books. An estimated $300-$600 would be a reasonable amount for personal expenses. If students want to travel independently on several of the long weekends, they may wish to budget more.

For further information regarding work-study contracts, loans, and other subjects related to financial aid see the Off-Campus Studies Office or website.

HOUSING

Students will be placed with German families or individuals with a room of their own to ensure privacy and the ability to study for classes.  The number of activities students and their hosts do together varies, since it depends on the time and interest of both parties. In most cases, there are some shared activities, and in some instances, lifelong friendships have developed. You will receive a food stipend to cover your groceries as meals are not provided by your hosts. Living with German hosts is an integral part of the program.