Overview

EAP students are fully integrated into Middle East Technical University's (METU) classes and have access to all fields of instruction. All courses are in English, but students can increase their ability to interact socially with Turkish students outside of classes if they study some Turkish. Students can take advantage of METU's particular strengths:

Gain expertise in political and security issues in the Middle East, the Balkans, and the Central Asian Republics for students in international relations and political science

Examine Ankara's history, the cultural differences in the use of space, and the geological factors involved in the use of space in the departments of Architecture and Regional and City Planning; METU has specialists in the history of Islamic, Greek, Roman, and Byzantine art and architecture

Explore Islamic thought and its implications for politics, education, and women's studies in the departments of Philosophy, Sociology, and Political Science
Increase depth or breadth in your engineering studies by taking courses in aeronautical, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, environmental, food, geological, industrial, mechanical, metallurgical and materials, mining, and petroleum and natural gas engineering

Enroll in a course in beginning Turkish for visiting students

Visit METU's archaeological museum housing material discovered on its own site

Take advantage of METU's interdisciplinary, graduate-level archaeometry program that combines teaching with research activities and allows you to participate in restoration and conservation projects

METU is one of Turkey's most competitive universities. Due to the high demand for entrance to the university, most departments accept only the top 1 percent of the approximately 1.5 million applicants taking the National University Entrance Examination. More than 40 percent of METU's students go on to graduate school.

Course Opportunities

Regular university courses in science, engineering, the social sciences, and humanities. The following disciplines are particularly strong: architecture, graphic design, landscape, and urban planning.

Use the following resources to learn about courses on EAP:

• EAP Program Search provides information on general areas of study.
• Host institution online catalogs or course listings:
  • Middle East Technical University
• MyEAP Course Catalog lists courses previously taken by UC students. Additional courses may be available and not all courses may still be offered. Since courses in new programs have not yet been taken for credit, they may not appear in the MyEAP Course Catalog.

Units

You are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad. Students enroll in five courses for a total of 22.5 UC quarter units per semester.

Language of Instruction

English

Language Study

Two weeks of Turkish language instruction precede the fall term. Turkish language study is required for fall and year students during the fall term and for spring students during the spring term.

Internships, Research, and Independent Study

Independent study and internships for academic credit may be possible in this program. Arrangements are generally made at the Study Center after arrival at the host institution. Predeparture preparation may be required.

Duration

Go to the Participants section to see current or past calendars.

Fall: early September to late January
Spring: early February to mid-June
Year: early September to mid-June

Extension is possible from the fall to the year.

Housing

METU's dormitories provide housing for 5,000 students. There is a big difference in quality, however, so it is strongly recommended that EAP students choose upgraded dorms and not the least expensive options. All rooms are comparable to standard UC dorm rooms, but the more expensive rooms will be much better maintained. EAP students can also locate their own apartments in Ankara, about 30 minutes distant from the campus. Dormitory life offers the best opportunity to meet and interact with Turkish and other international students.

On-site Support

EAP students are supported by UC's network of EAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with EAP host universities throughout the world. Local staff abroad help students integrate into the culture of their host country and provide assistance with academics, housing, safety, and other issues.

See the EAP Program Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).

Host Institutions

• Middle East Technical University

Estimated Cost

Participation in EAP is a great value! The cost of EAP programs is typically less than that of non-UC study abroad programs. The dollar figures listed in the chart represent: 1) the amount of the fees that are paid directly to EAP in the current year, and 2) an estimate of the amount needed to cover personal living expenses in this location. Personal travel and entertainment are not included here.

Don't forget that you take your financial aid with you and the amount of your financial aid package will be based on the estimated TOTAL COST of this experience, as it is estimated below.

These expenses are estimated for 2009-10. Amounts will vary for 2010-11 participation due to proposed changes to UC fees, exchange rate fluctuation, etc. For a more detailed breakdown of 2009-10 payment information, visit the Participants Portal and select the appropriate program.

Here’s what is included in the estimate:

• Predeparture expenses (health clearance, student visa, etc.)
• Round-trip airfare
• UC fees
• Cost of attending METU
• Accident and medical insurance
• On-site orientation
• Intensive Language Program
• Room and Board
• Local transportation
• Optional excursions
• Books and other incidental expenses
• Automatic transfer of credits and grades to your UC transcript

Estimated EAP Costs*

Option	Cost
* Based on most recent costs for 2009-2010 to the nearest $100.
Fall	$11,600
Spring	$11,400
Year	$20,600

Application Requirements

Class Level

Junior, senior, graduate

Language Prerequisite

None

GPA

2.85 cumulative GPA at time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure.

Minimum Criteria

All applicants must also have:

• Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into the student’s UC degree program
• Social and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; ability to adapt successfully to a different environment and a new education system; ability to assess and exhibit appropriate behavior in a variety of situations
• A willingness to abide by program regulations
• An endorsement by the Campus EAP Selection Committee and completion of all campus-specific requirements (an interview may be required)

These are minimum program requirements only and do not guarantee selection. The Campus EAP Office determines selection. The final admission decision is made by the host institution.

Deadlines

Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office. Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.

For participation in the program, you must meet all deadlines and submit complete application materials.

Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information:

• UC Berkeley
• UC Davis
• UC Irvine
• UC Los Angeles
• UC Merced
• UC Riverside
• UC San Diego
• UC Santa Barbara
• UC Santa Cruz