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Dublin Semester Exchange Program
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The Dublin Institute of Technology, established in 1887, is one of the largest colleges in Ireland with a student population of approximately 20,000 Irish and international students. The campus is beautifully situated in the heart of Dublin. DIT offers a large variety of clubs and organizations that students can choose to join which provides numerous opportunities for immersion into the Irish culture.
The Journalism program at DIT offers a comprehensive program of study to those who wish to pursue a career as a journalist. The program allows students to gain skills in the practice of newspaper, broadcast and Web-based journalism. It also provides them with a critical understanding of the role of journalism in democratic society and a knowledge of subjects such as politics, law, and business. Students publish and broadcast their work throughout the year in School of Media publications. [More]
Area
Dublin, the capital and largest city of Ireland with a population of around one million, features a cosmopolitan atmosphere mixed with a rich cultural history with artifacts such as the Book of Kells at Trinity College. The city can trace back its origins more than 1,000 years and was originally Dubh Linn, meaning Black Pool.
"In the wake of a remarkable economic boom, Dublin's landscape has changed immeasurably over the past decade. These days Dublin ranks among the top tourist destinations in Europe, and this vibrant city hums with a palpable sense that it is creating a new cultural heritage. The city's burst of prosperity gave it a new confident sheen, but what remains special is the spirit of the people who ensure that, despite whirlwind changes, Dublin remains one of Europe's most down-to-earth, friendly and accessible cities." – Lonely Planet
Ireland, also known as the Emerald Isle, is an island completely free of snakes, other than ones at the zoo or those kept as pets. Legend has it that St. Patrick drove all the snakes from Ireland by standing on a rock and herding the snakes into the sea using a staff, banishing them from Ireland for eternity. The reason Ireland has no snakes probably has more to do with the geography than the powers of St. Patrick.
Other folklore in Ireland includes stories of the leprechauns. According to popular belief, a leprechaun possesses a treasure (usually a pot of gold) which a human may obtain if he succeeds in capturing one, which is extremely difficult. Even after capture, a person may not take his eyes off of him for an instant, for then he will vanish.
Eligibility
Students with a minimum of 3.0 GPA who are admitted to their sequence are eligible for admission to a study abroad exchange program. Students with slightly lower GPA may be considered if their journalism GPA is above 3.0. All students must be in good academic standing.
Note: This program is currently not available for Advertising/PR students.
Course Credit
For each semester of academic work completed abroad, you may earn between 12 and 15 credit hours. Of that, you may earn up to nine Journalism Elective credit hours. Course credit transfers to MU, but your grades will not appear on your MU transcript and are not figured into your GPA.
Although you are guaranteed to receive credit for successfully completed courses, you must work with your advisors to get pre-approval for how the courses you take might fulfill specific degree requirements. As part of your pre-departure preparation, you will need to look up what courses are available on the program, have them evaluated by International Admissions, and then arrange to meet with your academic advisor to get pre-approval for the courses you wish to take.
Costs
MU attempts to make the costs of studying abroad affordable for you. Generally, study abroad experiences cost a bit more than credits taken on-campus at MU, but include new experiences, cultures, languages, and often times housing, flight costs, and other program related costs. It's highly recommended that you outline a budget for yourself of what you would spend during a semester here at MU and compare it to study abroad costs.
Because this is an exchange program, you will pay MU educational fees (12 Credits) as if you were here on campus for the semester. In addition, you will also pay a $500 MU Study Abroad fee to cover MU orientation, ISIC card, administration, and assistance. Additional expenses to consider for this program include international airfare, personal transportation, insurance, on-site housing costs, and other miscellaneous expenses.
Please note that there are scholarships and other financial options available to you to help make study abroad part of your college experience!
Financial Aid
The financial aid you normally receive for your classes at MU is usually applicable. Additional grants, loans or scholarships may be available to offset the extra costs of studying abroad. Please meet with the advisor for study abroad financing at the MU Financial Aid Office (11 Jesse Hall) for more complete information: 573-882-7506.
The School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester. Applications are available on our Web site. You can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our Web site for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
Housing
Housing will be secured by the program at a nearby college residence hall.
How to Apply
- Deadline for Fall Semester 2008: March 3, 2008
- Deadline for Spring Semester 2009: Oct. 1, 2008
It is recommended that all applicants meet with the Journalism Study Abroad Advisor prior to applying if they have questions or concerns. Please submit the following application materials in a manila envelope to the Journalism Study Abroad Coordinator, 76 Gannett by the posted deadline. Remember to sign-up for an interview time when you drop off your application! For this program you will need:
- Two letters of recommendation. We prefer one to be from an academic source and one from an employer. Please have references direct letters "To Whom It May Concern." [Recommendation Form]
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- Deposit of $500 and Deposit Form; must pay to Cashier's Office in 15 Jesse Hall.
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