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International perspectives on sexuality and gender; 2 week academic excursion to Morocco. Dutch language; prior coursework in sexuality/gender studies required. Independent Study project may include a field work practicum. Advanced theory course open to qualified students. Students are encouraged to apply for SIT scholarships.

Core course in Italian cultural history with academic excursion to Sicily; strong art history courses; language partners with Italian students. Smaller program; Fewer tourists, historic town close to Florence, yet removed from its 4,000 American study abroad students per semester. CET scholarships are available.

Excellent program in very central location, good variety of courses with own faculty and visiting professors from Trinity. Expensive program, even with discount for Bates students. Bates financial aid will cover up to the cost of a Bates semester, a higher than Bates cost is not covered.

Strong in Visual Arts (portfolio required); also Liberal Arts courses; located near the Piazza del Popolo. Italian language course required. Many opportunities for cultural enrichment. Students report that the home stay enhances cultural engagement. Early app required. Advanced Latin and Greek possible as independent study. Liberal Arts track requires 15 credits. International Business not approved.

For Classics, Art History, or History major. Background in Roman history recommended. All classics, all the time. Focus on ancient Greek and Italian studies. Students study, live, and eat at the ICCS Center. Admission difficult. Preference to students with background in Latin or Greek. ICCS scholarships are available.

Italian and European culture, history, politics. Italian language course required. Fewer tourists, a lively Italian university town. Historic setting north of Rome. Required course load: 16 credits. Students are encouraged to apply for Arcadia scholarships.

Commercial city in the north; fewer Americans and tourists. Courses in Italian and European culture and society; opportunities to take: music electives or to create a music curriculum; intensive Italian. Housing in home stay or in apartments with other Americans and an Italian roommate. Students are encouraged to apply for IES scholarships.

University adjacent to small city; attractive, lots of Americans; No credit toward Bates English major. IFSA program costs $8,000+ extra (not addressed by Bates financial aid). Many students have positive evaluations of IFSA services: pre-departure info; on-site orientation; day and weekend excursions; on-site support staff. Total enr: 16,000; number of Americans: 250.Search the Course Catalog. Course selection: 30 ECTS per semester; at least half the course load above the first year level. “Module” = US course. Study Abroad students generally take Level 2 courses = Bates 200 level and above.

Third largest city in Ireland; attractive setting on the west coast, need to apply early to secure housing. No credit toward Bates English major. Total enrollment: 15,000; number of Americans: 250. Search the Course Catalog. Course selection: 30 ECTS per semester; at least half the course load above the first year level. “Module” = US course. Study Abroad students generally take Level 2 courses = Bates 200 level and above.

Modern campus in suburbs; good academics; uneven housing; need to apply early to secure housing. IFSA’s Community and Culture program encourages engagement while abroad and reflection upon the abroad experience. IFSA program costs $8,000+ extra (not addressed by Bates financial aid). Many students have positive evaluations of IFSA services: pre-departure info; on-site orientation; day and weekend excursions; on-site support staff. Total enr: 22,000; number of Americans: 550Search the Course Catalog. Course selection: 30 ECTS per semester; at least half the course load above the first year level. Stage 1 = Bates 100 level; Stage 2 = Bates 200 level and above.

Modern campus on edge of city (easy commute via bus to city center); good academics with opportunities in the sciences; uneven housing; need to apply early to secure housing. Total enr: 23,000; number of Americans: 550. Search the Course Catalog. Course selection: 30 ECTS per semester; at least half the course load above the first year level. Stage 1 = Bates 100 level; Stage 2 = Bates 200 level and above.

In city center, good academics; admission difficult in some fields; on-campus housing easier in Fall. IFSA program at TCD costs significantly more than direct enrollment (not addressed by Bates financial aid). Many students have positive evaluations of IFSA services: pre-departure info; on-site orientation; day and weekend excursions; on-site support staff. Total enr: 15,500; number of Americans: 465.Search the Course Catalog. Course selection: Fall:–pre-session (5 ECTS) + semester with 25 ECTS; Spring:–30 ECTS; Year–60 ECTS; at least half the course load above the first year level. Need to pay particular attention to Fall semester exam schedule.

In city center, good academics; admission difficult in some fields. Best for the independent student. On-campus housing easier in Fall. Early application required: Fall by April 15; Spring by September 30. Total enrollment: 15,500; number of Americans: 465. Search the Course Catalog. Course selection: Semester — 30 ECTS; Year–60 ECTS; at least half the course load above the first year level. Need to pay particular attention to Fall semester exam schedule. Scholarship opportunity for students studying STEM subjects.

Medium size, student-centered city. Archaeology, music. IFSA program costs $7,000 extra (not addressed by Bates financial aid). Many students have positive evaluations of IFSA services: pre-departure info; on-site orientation; day and weekend excursions; on-site support staff. Total enrollment: 15,000; number of Americans: 600.Search for courses. Course selection: “Module” = US course. 30 ECTS per semester; at least half the course load above the first year level. No credit for courses exclusively for visiting students. Level 1 = Bates 100 level; Levels 2,3 = Bates 200 level and above.

Medium size city; center of traditional Irish culture. Archaeology, Music, Irish studies. Early Start Semester Programme optional (3 week program which starts in mid-August); many students have positive evaluations of the Programme’s academic quality and cultural orientation; can be transferred to Bates as a summer school credit. Total enr: 17,000; number of Americans: 600. Search for courses. Course selection: “Module” = US course. 30 ECTS per semester; at least half the course load above the first year level. No credit for courses exclusively for visiting students. Level 1 = Bates 100 level; Levels 2,3 = Bates 200 level and above.

Math and computer science plus Hungarian language. Provides excellent background in Math. Less cultural connection due to academic demands.

Courses in classical, medieval and modern Greek and Mediterranean society. Academic excursions throughout Greece. An attractive, walkable city with many layers of history and urban energy. Easy access to the Aegean islands and many outdoor activities, especially in the warmer and sunnier Fall semester. CYA scholarships are available.

Modern campus, adjacent to historic cathedral town. Archaeology, Medieval studies, Music; not for English or Art History majors. Total enrollment: 12,000; number of Americans: 220. Search the Course Catalog. Course selection: Spring: 80 credits; Full year: 120 credits; at least half the course load above the first year level. “Module” = US course.

Modern campus; short train ride to Brighton, small, cosmopolitan city on the south coast. One hour to London. Art history, English. Total enr: 13,000; number of Americans: 250. Consult the Course Catalog. Course selection: Spring: 60 credits; year: 120 credits; at least half the course load above the first year level. Level 4 courses = Bates 100 level; Levels 5,6 = Bates 200 level and above.

Excellent academics, remote within Scotland, small university and town; quaint; semester calendar. IFSA program costs $7,000+ extra (not addressed by Bates financial aid). Many students have positive evaluations of IFSA services: pre-departure info; on-site orientation; day and weekend excursions; on-site support staff. Total enrollment: 5,500; number of Americans: 500.Search the Course Catalog. Course selection: Semester–60 credits; Year–120 credits; at least 3 courses per semester; at least half the course load above the first year level. “Module” = US course. Level 1000 = Bates 100 level; Level 2000 and Honours = Bates 200 level and above.