Antwerp, Belgium - Dual Degree

World renowned for its research teams, The University of Antwerp, Belgium is located in the cultural heart of Europe.  Art museums, the Royal Ballet and Opera and the largest movie complex in the world are all within walking distance of the university.  The capital city of Brussels is just a 20-minute drive, and London, Paris, Amsterdam and Luxembourg are also a short trip away.

The native language of Belgium is Dutch, but English is widely spoken.  There are also plenty of opportunities for speaking French, German or Spanish because of Antwerp’s international population.

UFSIA, one of three colleges that make up the University of Antwerp, is a private Jesuit institution located in the city’s historic center.  While UFSIA is well-known for its applied economics program, the college offers a wide variety of courses.  Courses are taught in both Dutch and English. 

Students typically live in residence hall-style housing with other international students.

City, Country

Antwerp, Belgium

Language of Instruction

English & Dutch

Subjects of Study

Full range of courses offered

Eligibility & Admission

3 Semesters of college level study

Cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale

Two professor recommendations

Semester Available

Fall & Spring

Credits Earned/Term

15

Application Deadline

Fall Semester - March 1

Spring Semester - October 1

Program Dates

Fall Semester
Departure: Approx. August 26, 2013 (for Intensive Dutch)
Intensive Dutch: Approx. August 29 – September 18, 2013
Orientation: Approx. September 19-20, 2013
Instruction Dates: Approx. September 23, 2013 –
December 20, 2013
Examination Period: Approx. January 6, 2014 – January 31, 2014
***Students may depart after December 21 and complete exams at Canisius.***

Spring Semester
Departure: Approx. January 13, 2014 (for Intensive Dutch)
Intensive Dutch: Approx. January 16 – February 5, 2014 (if offered)
Orientation: Approx. February 6-7, 2014
Instruction Dates: Approx. February 10 – May 20, 2014
Spring Break: Approx. April 1-12, 2014
Exams: Approx. May 26 – June 27, 2014
Announcement of exam results: Approx. July 1-5, 2014

Program Costs

Fees (to be paid to Canisius):

Canisius tuition (Approx. $15,990), study abroad fee ($500), and mandatory health insurance (approx. $180 for the fall and $247.50 for the spring).

Costs paid directly by the student:

Living accommodations in a residence hall (approx. 350 euros/mo. or about $490/mo.), meals (approx. 300 euros/mo. or about $420/mo.), transportation within Antwerp (approx. 22 euros/mo. or about $31/mo.), and miscellaneous expenses.  Students will need to pay a housing deposit upon reservation.  Students will also have to pay a fee of approx. 100 euros (about $140) for the intensive Dutch course, if they choose to enroll.

Currency conversion is estimated at 1 euro = $1.40

Program cost subject to currency fluctuation

Program Highlights

Study for a year at the University of Antwerp and receive
a European Degree and Canisius Degree

Accommodations

University assists semester students with housing

Travel Information

Assistance with flight through travel agent

Host Website

 University of Antwerp
myCanisius