Summer Studies Abroad

JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF LUBLIN

Language courses are available from two to eight weeks for non-intensive, intensive, and highly intensive programs.  Classes begin in July and August. Class size is limited to approximately 10 students affording each student personalized attention. Applicants may register for classes that range from 5 to 8 hours of instruction daily.  All intensity levels meet from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.  Intensive and Highly Intensive programs meet for additional classes focused on oral practice from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. daily, except Wednesdays.  Students in the Highly Intensive program meet one-to-one with a tutor.  The student chooses the topic of each day's tutoring session.  Tutoring is held between 3:00 - 3:45 p.m. or 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. daily, except Wednesdays.  Students will be placed in language groups based on a placement exam which is given at the start of the program.  Each program also includes lectures on Polish history, culture and art.

The following chart includes the arrival and return dates for each program and the program fees for each intensity level. 

Program dates and Fees

SIGHTSEEING

Lublin's Old Town on July 14 and August 4                                                    Sandomierz on July 15 and August 5
Warsaw+ on July 22 and August 19

+ Guided tour of Warsaw with free time after 2:00 p.m. Participants in the July two week and the August three week sessions may depart for F. Chopin/Okiecie Airport for return flights to the US. 

OPTIONAL SIGHTSEEING
Krakow++,  August 10 - 12     $225

++ Subject to cancellation.  A minimum of 15 students is required for the trip to take place. 

PROGRAM FEES INCLUDE

Tuition, a shared room, 3 meals a day, course materials, various cultural events and sightseeing trips of Lublin's Old Town and Sandomierz.  Most programs include a trip to Warsaw. 

Airfare, optional trips, single rooms and (elective) overnight hotel arrangements in Warsaw are NOT included in the program fees.

Housing

Students live in double rooms at a student dormitory.  Bathrooms are shared.

Single rooms are available at the dormitory for an additional fee of $10 per night.  Students who request a single room and sign up for optional trips should contact the Summer Sessions office prior to submitting an application. 

To apply for Credit

In order to arrange for a transfer of credit you will need the speak to your  academic advisor.   Print a copy of this page, a Credit Approval Form (see application forms) and submit the request for transfer of credit to your academic advisor.  If approved, please return the completed Credit Approval Form to the Kosciuszko Foundation.  See below for address information.

Students applying for credit must attend classes and pass final exams. Please note that in Poland 1 academic hour = 45 minutes.

TO APPLY FOR PROGRAMS IN LUBLIN

Please use the code KUL on the application form when applying for any of the programs offered at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin.  Indicate the number of weeks you intend to participate in the program - 2 to 8 week programs are available.  Circle PL, PLI or PLH for the level of intensity and indicate whether you will be participating in a program beginning in July or August.  Indicate double or dorm single under Accommodations as per your preference.  Follow additional instructions on the application form.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR KUL APPLICANTS

A University bus is available to students arriving at F. Chopin/Okecie Airport in Warsaw through early afternoon on Sunday, July 8 and July 29.  If you wish to make use of this service, please provide us with your flight information to reserve a seat on the bus.

With the exception of the two week program in July and the three week program in August, bus service from Lublin to Warsaw is not provided at the close of programs.  Upon request, the program administrators of the Catholic University of Lublin will provide information on bus and train service from Lublin to Warsaw.  Please inquire in Poland. 

GROUP FLIGHTS TO POLAND

Please contact PAT TOURS at 1 800 388 0988 for flight information and to make reservations for the above program dates.   PAT TOURS can also assist in making (elective) hotel arrangements in Poland as needed. 

SUBMIT APPLICATION FORMS TO:

Addy Tymczyszyn                                                                                                                      Summer Study Abroad Coordinator                                                                                 Kosciuszko Foundation, Inc.                                                                                                15 East 65th Street, New York, NY 10065                                                                         Tel. (212) 734-2130 ext. 210
E-mail: Addy@theKF.org

Application Deadline: May 15th

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All applicants must file a Kosciuszko Foundation Application Form, Health Form, Health Care Proxy, submit a valid passport number and a signed copy of Kosciuszko Foundation's Rules and Regulations.

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