| Program Title: |
Pitzer Exchange with Middle East Technical University (METU) |
| Location: |
Ankara, Turkey
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ankara%2C_Turkey |
| Host website: |
http://www.metu.edu/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Middle_East_Technical_University |
| Eligibility: |
Students in good standing at Pitzer College. Preference given to juniors and first semester seniors but sophomores are eligible if space is available. |
| Preparation: |
At least one course with content on the Middle East in history, politics, literature, religious studies, or international relations is required. General preparation is also recommended: Language, Culture and Society; Intercultural Communications; Introduction to International/ Intercultural Studies; Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology |
| Application: |
Pitzer College general application and the METU forms |
| Program Dates: |
Fall Semester: Early August to late December
Spring Semester: Early January to late May |
| Required Courses: |
Participants are expected to take one course that includes content on Turkish history, politics, literature or culture. |
| Intensive Language: |
Students will take a 3-4 week intensive Turkish course prior to the university courses and may continue language study at the university during the semester. |
| Independent Study: |
See a Study Abroad Advisor |
| Course Options: |
The University offers broad curricular offerings with particular strengths in the natural sciences, engineering and the social sciences. |
| Credit Possible: |
The intensive Turkish language course plus a course load of at least 12 units (3 courses) at METU will equal four Pitzer courses. Students may enroll in a total of no more than 20 units (5 classes in total) for the semester. |
| Housing Options: |
Students will live with host families during the language course then will move into a METU dormitory. Rooms are shared. Meals are independently arranged. |
| Advising notes: |
Students have the option of continuing their language studies through Turkish courses available at METU. Up to two students per year can be accepted. In certain semesters, more spaces may be available. Consult a Study Abroad Advisor. |
| Online News: |
www.turkishdailynews.com.tr/
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