Summary
This program is for graduate students. In this program you may enroll in regular university courses or conduct research in collaboration with a host university faculty member; most classroom instruction is in German. Georg-August University (GAU) offers a broad range of courses in the social sciences, humanities, and sciences, and is one of only nine German universities awarded the status of “elite” institutions of higher education.
Graduate students attend classes with German and international students.
Duration
Go to Current Participants to see current or past calendars.
Fall semester: early August to early February/March
Spring semester: early April to mid-late July
Academic year: early August to mid-late July
Fall program participants will miss the UC winter quarter (or UC spring semester for Berkeley or Merced) due to the German academic calendar.
Academic Focus
You may take courses and conduct research in most academic disciplines.
Use the following resources to learn about EAP courses:
- Subject Area Chart to find general areas of study.
- MyEAP Course Catalog to search for courses previously taken by UC students.
Additional courses may be available and not all courses may still be offered.
- Host institution online catalogs or course listings:
Language of Instruction
German (some courses are available in English)
Internships, Research, and Independent Study
Independent study projects, supervised by a GAU faculty member, are available in many fields.
Units
You are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad.
Units are determined by your graduate advisor based on the Graduate Student Agreement.
Housing
You may live in a university residence hall with German students, international students, and UC 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. UC faculty and 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 Student's 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
Georg-August University, Göttingen
Also known as the University of Göttingen, Georg-August University was founded in 1737 and became EAP’s second host institution in 1963. Historical university buildings in the heart of the city are surrounded by a large area of new classroom buildings, laboratories, and student residences. The university enrolls 26,000 students in fields ranging from agriculture and forestry to law, medicine, and theology. The university is especially well known for its role in the development of modern physics and has among its faculty members several Nobel laureates. Georg-August has one of the best libraries in Germany, housed in a new facility with a state-of-the-art computerized catalog and a cultural biotechnology center. Georg-August consistently receives top rankings in terms of the quality of teaching, research, and student life.
Visit the Georg-August University website
Estimated Cost
The cost of study on EAP can be close to the cost of studying on
campus and is typically far less than the cost of non-UC study
abroad programs. You can also take your UC financial aid abroad! If you do not currently
receive UC financial aid, you may qualify for aid while on EAP. Each year, EAP students receive $1.3 million in study abroad grants and scholarships.
The estimated total cost for options in this program are listed below. Future costs will vary due to currency fluctuation, etc. All estimated totals include:
- UC fees
- program-specific fees
- room and board
- mandatory insurance
- incidentals
- transportation
- books
- on-site orientation
- predeparture expenses
- intensive language program expenses where applicable
Estimated EAP Costs*
| Choose option for detailed budget worksheet |
Cost |
| * Based on most recent costs to the nearest $100. |
Fall Semester with ILP |
$19,600 |
| Spring Semester |
$11,128 |
Pre-ILP + Fall Semester |
$23,500 |
Pre-ILP + Academic Year |
$33,400 |
Academic Year w/ILP |
$29,600 |
Comparative UC Costs**
| |
Average UC
Off-Campus Costs |
Average UC
On-Campus Costs |
** Based on most recent costs. Miscellaneous campus fees, non-resident tuition,
and graduate fees are not included and may vary in the future. |
| UC Academic Year |
$23,614 |
$21,690 |
| UC Semester |
$11,955 |
$10,304 |
| UC Quarter |
$7,794 |
$7,230 |
Application Requirements
Program-specific Requirements
- Class level: graduate students only
- Language prerequisite: Two years of university-level German
If at the time the program starts it will have been a year or more since you last took a course in German, it is recommended that you refresh your proficiency. See your Campus EAP Advisor for details.
- GPA: 3.0 cumulative GPA and 2.85 language GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure.
In addition to program-specific requirements, all applicants must meet the following
minimum requirements:
- 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
- Willingness to abide by program regulations
- 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 and final admission.
Application Deadlines
Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office.
In addition to your campus deadlines, there are deadlines by which the Campus EAP Office must submit the completed applications and accompanying materials to the Universitywide Office of EAP (UOEAP). For participation in the Program, it is critical that both campus deadlines and UOEAP deadlines are met. If the application is incomplete and not accompanied by the required materials noted, it will be returned to the Campus EAP Office.
Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but are not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.
Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information:
