Semester: SHU in Luxembourg

Luxembourg City is the cultural, political and social heart of the country. Not only is it the country's capital, it is also one of the three capitals of the European Community (the other two being Strasbourg and Brussels). Luxembourg City is a cosmopolitan city and at the center of a thriving banking and corporate community. Not only that, the city is surrounded by magnificent historical fortifications classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The City of Luxembourg is served by an efficient network of buses and the main center of the city is very compact and eminently walkable.  It is also a perfect location for day trips to France and Germany via train or other locations in Europe via plane.

The semester in Luxembourg takes place in the spring semester, from January through the beginning of May. Students take 4-5 courses during their semester in Luxembourg. Courses are designed to provide a European perspective where applicable to provide students a deep understanding of European markets, institutions and culture.

Spring 2019 Courses*

• MGT 278 Principles of International Business
• EC 203 Principles of Macroeconomics
• MK 201 Principles of Marketing
• PO 313 The Politics of European Integration
• CIT 202 Catholic Intellectual Tradition II
• AC 222 Managerial Accounting and/or FN 215 Financial Management

Additional courses for seniors:

• MGT 401 Strategic Management
• Independent Study
• MBA course

*Please note that course availability is subject to change depending upon enrollment.

Course Credit

Some classes do have prerequisites; please see individual course descriptions for more information.  Courses will count towards your general graduation total. These courses will also factor into your cumulative Grade Point Average (courses are not available for Pass/Fail).

Professor in Residence
 
David G. Taylor, Ph.D., is an associate professor of marketing at SHU and has taught courses at the Fairfield, Stamford and Luxembourg campuses since 2010.  Dr. Taylor has more than 12 years of industry experience in marketing. His research has been published in top academic journals, and he has presented at conferences across the U.S. and Europe.
 
Program Faculty
 
Courses will be taught by faculty from SHU in Luxembourg.

Housing and most weekday meals are included as part of your program fees.

Jean XXIII Residence

You will stay in the Jean XXIII Residence, which in centrally located: a 20 minute walk to SHU and 20 minute walk to city. Housing includes:

• Furnished rooms
• Bed linens and towels
• Weekly cleaning
• Use of kitchenette and secure refrigerator
• Vending machines (food and drink)
• Wi-Fi

The cafeteria and library are located in the Chamber of Commerce.

In addition to weekend excursions to Paris, Amsterdam and/or other European cities, you will attend course specific excursions*. Past excursions have included:

• KPMG
• European Union
• Bofferding Brewery
• Skype
• Paypal
• RTL (Radio TV Luxembourg)

*Please note, excursions are subject to change 

Students must be in good academic and disciplinary standing. Selection criteria may include grade-point average and recommendations of academic advisers and/or professors.

Please note: all costs subject to change.

Fees Include: Program orientation, arrival airport transfer, and mandatory basic international health insurance.
Fees DO NOT Include: Travel to/ from host country, major medical insurance, on-site course fees, visa/ resident permit fees, program materials, or any personal expenses.

Additional Billing Information:

• All expenses are subject to change based upon currency fluctuations, flight demand, personal spending habits, etc.  Actual expenses may be more or less than the listed estimates.

Please Note:  Program withdrawal fees, penalties, and refunds are subject to the withdrawal policies of each program.


Scholarships and Financial Aid:

Scholarships are a great way to support the cost of your study abroad experience.  In an effort to encourage you to study abroad, and to make a study abroad experience more accessible, the SHU Office of Global Affairs prepared a list of scholarships and financial resources.  Please note that this is not a conclusive list but it will help you start your search process.  The OGA encourages you to apply and take advantage of as many relevant scholarship opportunities as possible.

Please speak with Student Financial Assistance to determine how your aid package will apply towards studying abroad.


Welch Waiver - Applicable to Business Majors ONLY

• If you are a College of Business student (at SHU), currently enrolled in The Welch Experience, and have not yet utilized your study abroad tuition credit, you are eligible to use the Welch Waiver ($1,875) towards your semester tuition for the SHU in Luxembourg program. In order to take advantage of the waiver program you will need to complete the Welch Waiver application, located within your study abroad account.

Please ensure applications for the Welch Tuition Waiver, Thomas More Honors Program Scholarship, and/or Matthew R Dalling Scholarship are submitted by the specified deadline.  Applications and corresponding deadlines can be found in your Study Abroad Account.  Failure to submit applications by the specified deadline may cause the scholarship dispersal to be significantly delayed.
 

• If you receive scholarships, grants, or financial aid through SHU, these awards are posted to your Student Account according to the normal disbursement schedule.

Please contact the Office of Global Affairs directly for further information.
 

Scholarships are a great way to support the cost of your study abroad experience. In an effort to encourage you to study abroad, and to make a study abroad experience more accessible, the SHU Office of Global Affairs prepared a list of scholarships and financial resources. Please note that this is not a conclusive list but it will help you start your search process. The OGA encourages you to apply and take advantage of as many relevant scholarship opportunities as possible.

"My semester in Luxembourg has completely change my life for the better. These experiences have brought about lifelong friends and memories that have matured me and changed me into someone I am extremely proud of." - Katie Healy, Class of 2019, Finance major

"The semester in Luxembourg has helped me figure out what I want to do in the future, while making life-long friends. It was one of the most eye-opening experiences, and I would do it all over again if I could" Michael Vanderspek, Class of 2019, Economics, Finance and Marketing major