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Study abroad in the heart of Europe! Expand your international experience by taking business courses with local Hungarian and other international students. Take courses in marketing, finance, and economics, with an option to choose from a variety of humanities courses such as political science, law and more. All courses are taught in English, with the exception of a beginner Hungarian language course.
Requirements
Overview
Location:
Budapest
Dates:
1/30/22 - 5/28/22
Price:
$13,995
Credits:
12 - 15
Deadlines
Apply by:
Closed
Withdraw by:
11/15/21
Application Requirements
$95 Online Application Fee
Transcript - Unofficial
Complete Application
Eligibility
English Language Proficiency:
Native English speaker or satisfactory TOEFL scores
Take courses at Corvinus University of Budapest, one of the leading universities in Hungary, with AACSB & AMBA accreditations. Recognized for its excellence in research, the university offers educational programs in business, economics, and social science.
When in Budapest you can choose standard CEA housing. CEA housing assignments are based on availability and confirmation date; we make every effort to match your housing requests, but we can’t guarantee housing preferences.
Program Structure
Enroll in 1 - 2 Business or Economics Core Courses, taught in English. Select 1 - 3 elective courses from any subject area. You can also enroll in an optional Hungarian language or culture course.
Each course is granted 6 ECTS, which convert to 3 US credits per course. Students enroll in a total of 4 - 5 courses through the semester and earn 12 – 15 US credits for the full semester.
Classes generally meet Monday – Thursday. Active learning components required by courses may be scheduled any day of the week.
Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled into courses based on availability and further changes can be made during the add/drop period at the beginning of the semester. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings may not be finalized until the start of the term; we’ll post an updated list when the host institution finalizes its offerings.
*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.
Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs*. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions
during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.
Danube Bend
Hungary’s famous River Danube takes a sharp turn just north of Budapest, and the bend is widely considered the most beautiful stretch of the entire river, surrounded by green hills and charming little towns on both banks. On the West bank, you’ll find Szentendre, a historically Serbian town known for its arts scene; Visegrád, where palace ruins mark the first recorded spread of the Renaissance outside Italy; and Esztergom, home of the largest Hungarian cathedral. On the East bank, you can visit the botanical garden in Vácrátót or hike through the scenic landscape of Nagymaros.
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Danube Bend
Hungary’s famous River Danube takes a sharp turn just north of Budapest, and the bend is widely considered the most beautiful stretch of the entire river, surrounded by green hills and charming little towns on both banks. On the West bank, you’ll find Szentendre, a historically Serbian town known for its arts scene; Visegrád, where palace ruins mark the first recorded spread of the Renaissance outside Italy; and Esztergom, home of the largest Hungarian cathedral. On the East bank, you can visit the botanical garden in Vácrátót or hike through the scenic landscape of Nagymaros.
Lake Balaton
Spend a day at the largest natural lake in central Europe, where you can go for a swim and hang out on the shore with friends. Lake Balaton is surrounded by popular resort towns along its southern shore and mountainous wine country to the north, giving you plenty of alternatives to lake activities while you’re in the area. Sailing, fishing, and other water sports are popular ways tourists spend time at Balaton during the warmer months, and if urban activities are more your thing, enjoy the night life in the resort towns after spending daylight hours on the water.
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Lake Balaton
Spend a day at the largest natural lake in central Europe, where you can go for a swim and hang out on the shore with friends. Lake Balaton is surrounded by popular resort towns along its southern shore and mountainous wine country to the north, giving you plenty of alternatives to lake activities while you’re in the area. Sailing, fishing, and other water sports are popular ways tourists spend time at Balaton during the warmer months, and if urban activities are more your thing, enjoy the night life in the resort towns after spending daylight hours on the water.
Village of Hollókö
This mountain town an hour outside Budapest provides a window into
traditional Hungarian culture. With a population of just under 400 people,
Hollókő is great destination for a quiet retreat from big city life. Visit the
castle ruins that date back to at least the 1300s and walk through the charming
streets of the village where its businesses operate out of the unique
white-washed houses with thatched wooden roofs first built in the late 17th century. Take the
opportunity to see locals dressed in the unique and colorful folkloric costumes
they’ve inherited from their ancestors and watch as locals parade through the
streets in horse-drawn carriages for special events. Hollókő’s the perfect spot
for star-gazing on a clear night and the pastoral landscape surrounding the
village makes a beautiful backdrop for the many festivals and cultural
activities the locals organize or for a simple walk on a sunny
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Village of Hollókö
This mountain town an hour outside Budapest provides a window into
traditional Hungarian culture. With a population of just under 400 people,
Hollókő is great destination for a quiet retreat from big city life. Visit the
castle ruins that date back to at least the 1300s and walk through the charming
streets of the village where its businesses operate out of the unique
white-washed houses with thatched wooden roofs first built in the late 17th century. Take the
opportunity to see locals dressed in the unique and colorful folkloric costumes
they’ve inherited from their ancestors and watch as locals parade through the
streets in horse-drawn carriages for special events. Hollókő’s the perfect spot
for star-gazing on a clear night and the pastoral landscape surrounding the
village makes a beautiful backdrop for the many festivals and cultural
activities the locals organize or for a simple walk on a sunny
Pécs
This 2000-year-old city is just a train ride away from Budapest, not far
from Hungary’s border with Croatia. Originally founded by the ancient Romans,
Pécs has a long and fascinating history full of regime changes and cultural
shifts. Visit the 12th century Pécs Cathedral, which has functioned as both a Christian
church and Turkish mosque, for its architecture and interior frescoes. Tour the
Gallery of Modern Hungarian Art, home to over 12,000 pieces. Make a wish at the
Zsolnay Fountain, considered one of the symbols of the city. If you like
theater, go see a play at the National Theater of Pécs and find out why the
city is considered the Hungarian capital of the dramatic arts
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Pécs
This 2000-year-old city is just a train ride away from Budapest, not far
from Hungary’s border with Croatia. Originally founded by the ancient Romans,
Pécs has a long and fascinating history full of regime changes and cultural
shifts. Visit the 12th century Pécs Cathedral, which has functioned as both a Christian
church and Turkish mosque, for its architecture and interior frescoes. Tour the
Gallery of Modern Hungarian Art, home to over 12,000 pieces. Make a wish at the
Zsolnay Fountain, considered one of the symbols of the city. If you like
theater, go see a play at the National Theater of Pécs and find out why the
city is considered the Hungarian capital of the dramatic arts
Sample Budget
This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we’ve included a range of costs.
Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover “reasonable” costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.
Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.
Program Fee Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$13,995
$13,995
CEA Secure CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$475
International Airfare & Transfers Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$700
$1,500
Immigration Requirements Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$245
$245
Books, Materials and Supplies Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$20
$50
Meals Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$1,050
$1,750
Personal Expenses Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$700
$1,750
Travel Expenses Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,050
$2,800
TOTAL EXPENSES
$17,760
$22,565
Sample Calendar
Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA before purchasing airline tickets.
You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.
Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.
Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.
January 31 - February 04
Orientation
Mandatory CEA/Corvinus University of Budapest Orientation will be held.
February 07
Classes Begin
Classes begin at Corvinus University of Budapest on this day.
February 11
Drop/Add Deadline
This is the last day to drop and/or add classes at Corvinus University of Budapest.
March 28 - April 01
Midterm Exams
Midterm exams will be held at Corvinus University of Budapest.
April 04
Classes Begin
Intensive class begins - OPTIONAL (students sign up for the intensive course at the beginning of the semester).
April 08
Classes End
Intensive class end - OPTIONAL (students sign up for the intensive course at the beginning of the semester).
April 11 - 18
School Break
Corvinus University of Budapest is closed for Spring Break. No classes will be held.
May 23 - 27
Final Exams
Final exams will be held at Corvinus University of Budapest.
May 28
Program Ends/Move-Out
Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.
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