Universidade de Coimbra - Exchange

Famous for its meandering streets, terraced houses and fado music, Coimbra is also known as Portugal's "Oxford," home to thirteenth century cathedrals, monasteries, and the oldest university in Portugal: the Universidade de Coimbra. With a population of approximately 100,000, Coimbra is located on Portugal's Costa de Prata, "Silver Coast," which offers a variety of beautiful beaches, charming towns, unspoiled villages, monuments, temples, castles, palaces, and museums. Lisbon, Portugal's capital, is only a 2.5 hour train ride, 125 miles south of Coimbra.

• Enjoy a thriving student life
• Study at the oldest university in Portugal (founded in 1285)
• Choose the housing that is right for you (options include residence hall, homestay, or apartment)
• Study Portuguese Language and Culture or enroll directly in courses with Portuguese students
• Live in a fascinating, lively, international city that has castles, museums and the best of modern Europe

QUALIFICATIONS

• Junior standing
• 2 semesters of Portuguese recommended
• 18 years old
• Minimum GPA of 2.75
• Good academic and disciplinary standing at UM

COURSES

Advanced level: Portuguese language, History, Portuguese literature, Linguistics, and direct enrollment in one or two university courses in the faculties of Literature, History, Science and Technology, Economics, Psychology, and Education.

PROGRAM FEE INCLUDES

• Tuition
• Housing and meals
• Some program-sponsored excursions
• Health insurance for the duration of the program dates

PROGRAM FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• University of Mississippi application fee
• Flight
• Course materials
• Personal spending money
• Passport and visa fees

PASSPORTS AND VISAS

A passport is required for U.S. citizens traveling to Portugal. A visa is also required for semester and all-year study.

INFORMATION REGARDING FINANCIAL AID, HEALTH INSURANCE, ORIENTATION, AND THE WITHDRAWAL & REFUND POLICY IS AVAILABLE ONLINE AND AT THE STUDY ABROAD OFFICE.

Note: The University reserves the right to adjust the cost should there be a significant fluctuation in the exchange rate. It also reserves the right to cancel any programs due to lack of participation or safety issues.