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Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts |
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Overview | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts consists of six schools. Programs in building technology, computer science, and electrical engineering technology are of particular interest to Purdue Polytechnic Institute students. The University is rooted in the lively cultural environment of Lucerne, a city celebrated for its appreciation of music and arts. Watch Purdue Industrial Engineering Technology major Laura Kuhn talk about her experience as an exchange student at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences. For more program information, please visit the program website. |
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Eligibility | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The program is open to Purdue students in good standing who have completed at least two semesters of university study by the start of the program. Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture. GPA Requirement: 3.0 on a 4.0 scaleLanguage Requirement: none |
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Purdue Credit | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Direct Credit
available from the following:
[Polytechnic Institute]
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program. |
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Academic Program | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Language of Instruction: English & German Semester Course Load: 12 Purdue credit hour minimum This exchange program is not for the faint of heart. This academically rigorous institution is intellectually demanding and requires an independent approach to course work. Link here for more information on courses. Applicants can choose to participate in the International Winter School Lucerne at the School of Engineering and Architecture, held the week before the start of the spring semester, at no additional cost. The topic for this program may changes from year to year. |
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Students are responsible for finding their own accommodation. More information can be found here. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Estimated Program Costs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program. Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are for: Spring 2021
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Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations. Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas. |
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Application Deadlines | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To insure a place in a program, apply early. As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
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Returnees Information | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in. |
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Resources | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383 or email studyabroad@purdue.edu. |