Date

January 2 - 16, 2008

DESCRIPTION

This two-week course will explore various aspects of Irish history and culture including archaeology, art, architecture, literature, and music. The course will be based in Dublin and Galway and will include excursions to Newgrange, Glendalough, the Aran Islands, the Burren, and Connemara. Classroom discussions and lectures will be augmented with site visits to historic buildings, monuments, cathedrals, and various tours.

CREDITS

3 undergraduate resident credits:
NCLC 395 or HIST 388.

HOUSING

Students will be housed in double or triple occupancy accommodations

FACULTY

Kelly Dunne, New Century College, GMU

ELIGIBILITY

The program is open to George Mason University and non-GMU students of all levels, staff, faculty, and alumni, as well as the general public. To obtain credit, you need at least a 2.25 GPA.

COST

Program Fee: $3,630 ($3,680 for Non Mason Students)

The program fee includes:

• 3 credits of tuition
  
• International roundtrip airfare from Washington, D.C.
  
• Hotel accommodations (double or triple occupancy)
  
• Ground transportation in Ireland, including to and from airport, day trips, etc.
  
• Theatre tickets
  
• Textbook and travel guidebook
  
• Daily breakfast
  
• Welcome and farewell dinners
  
• Field trips & lectures
  
• Pre-departure orientation
  
• International Student Identification Card

Financial aid may apply, visit the financial aid office at your home university for details. Center for Global Education - Mason Abroad Scholarships available.

Center for Global Education - Mason Abroad reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.

CGE reserves the right to raise its program fees in light of currency fluctuations or any other unforeseen circumstances.

APPLICATION & DEADLINE

Deadline: October 5, 2007

Participants who submit a completed application (Center for Global Education - Mason Abroad application and all required application materials) by September 14, 2007 will receive a $100 discount off the program fee.

Questions? Check our Frequently Asked Questions web page!

To apply, first, consult the "How to Apply" section and, second, complete the online Center for Global Education - Mason Abroad application. You must pay the non-refundable $75 application fee and the non-refundable airline deposit for your application to be considered.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For more information, attend a study abroad info session.
Program Officer: Erin Mateu