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CIEE January in Berlin (Outgoing Program)

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Program Description:

January in Berlin

BERLIN, GERMANY

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Program Overview

Students of all majors are invited to discover firsthand how historical forces have shaped Germany’s turbulent past and are building its vibrant future. Courses are taught in English at CIEE Berlin and complemented with co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.

Unique Experiences

THROUGH HISTORICAL EXCURSIONS

you’ll gain a deep understanding of a country torn apart by war that is now united and prospering.

WALK ONE OF THE LAST REMAINING STRETCHES OF THE BERLIN WALL

still in place at the East Side Gallery – the longest open-air art gallery in the world.

SPEND A DAY AT ZOOLOGISCHER GARTEN

Founded in 1844, it is the most visited zoo in Europe.

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Excursions & Activities

  • Enjoy Berlin’s numerous cafés, street musicians, flea markets, pop up-stores and galleries.
  • Take in a performance at one of Berlin’s three major opera houses: the Deutsche Oper, the Berlin State Opera, and the Komische Oper.
  • Immerse yourself in the local customs by living with a host family. It’s the ideal environment for meaningful cultural exchange.
  • Interpret the contrasting history of a divided Berlin through works of art. Take a guided tour along the East Side Gallery, the largest and longest-lasting open-air gallery in the world.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Two meals per day for students in homestays.  
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation - an introduction to German culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city.
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Overnight excursions
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext

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GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel insurance included

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Approximate Decision Date (Subject To Change) Start Date End Date
Winter 2024-2025 11/01/2024 ** Approximately 2 weeks after the deadline TBA TBA
NOTE: The deadline listed is for REGISTRATION with the Reves Center! The application itself will be due to the third-party provider or host university directly, based on THEIR deadlines (which may be before or after the W&M registration deadline). If you are planning to attend a Non-W&M Winter Program, these programs must start after the W&M scheduled fall exam period and end two days prior to the start of the spring semester. Please visit our Non-W&M Programs page for more information.

** Students will be notified of their status for this program and be able to complete post-decision materials following the term's application deadline.