Due to the 2020 COVID-19 Public Health Crisis, the European Study Center in Heidelberg, Germany will be suspending programs in the Summer and Fall of this year. But don't fret!! The study abroad experience is still possible! Perhaps you will consider trading Bretzels for Baguettes, and will join us at the European Study Center in Strasbourg, France!
Studying and living in Heidelberg
Heidelberg is regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in Germany and due to its central location, it is easy and affordable to discover other major European destinations in your free time. Compared to other German cities, living in Heidelberg is not overly expensive.
Here, you'll find the perfect combination of academic rigor and fun!
Turn your experience abroad into valuable skills
Many students describe their study abroad experiences as “wonderful” and “life-changing” but how do you speak intelligently about the skills, knowledge, and experience you gained to potential employers? How do you add your time abroad to your resume?
Through the integrated International Career Seminar, you will learn how to distinguish yourself in the job market.
Excursions and free time – explore Europe at its best!
A wide variety of cultural field trips and company visits are included each semester and are an integral part of the program.
Additionally, explore major European cities during your free weekends, as they are just a few hours away by train, bus, or plane.
Volunteer in a refugee center
Make an impact on the greatest social issue the world faces today. Gain leadership, organization, and team management skills.
Get credit while working with local NGOs on projects related to your major, and present your work at an academic symposium.
Cathleen Schnaekel, Robert Morris University
Cathleen Schnaekel is the ESC Social Media Ambassador. She is a junior Actuarial Science major, with a minor in Data Analytics at Robert Morris University, Pittsburgh, PA. Her Spring Semester at the European Study Center in Heidelberg is her first study abroad experience. “I chose[…]
Tatiyana Holloway, University of the Incarnate Word
Tatiyana is the ESC Social Media Ambassador. She is in her senior year at the UIW, majoring in Product Development in Fashion Management, with two minors in Business Administration and Fashion Design. She loves to draw and sing. She says that video editing and production[…]
Melina Sgourou NKUA and The American College of Greece
What were your expectations for a semester studying abroad? Melina Sgourou is the ESC Ambassador at American College of Greece. Melina comes from Athens, Greece. She is an undergraduate student at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, department of Frensh Language and Literature. She[…]
Kaitlyn Hunter, The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)
What were your expectations for a semester studying abroad? Kaitlyn Hunter is the ESC Ambassador at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) She says: “I am a sophomore at TCNJ, I studied at the ESC in Spring 2019. Going into the semester I did not[…]
Victoria Neaves, University of the Incarnate Word
I am beginning my Senior year at UIW. My major is Communications specifically video production. I am minoring in photography. I have studied abroad twice before coming to Germany.Both times abroad I choose English speaking countries and this time I wanted to get out of[…]
Taylor Foss, University of the Incarnate Word
Taylor Foss is a UIW junior student with a major in marketing. Taylor said that he chose to study in Heidelberg because he always wanted to explore Europe and immerse himself in its culture. Another reason he is in Heidelberg is that he also wanted[…]
Taylor Nolan, The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)
Taylor Nolan is the ESC Social Media Ambassadors for Spring Semester 2019. She is a junior with a concentration in Finance and a minor in Management at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ). Taylor explained that she was really excited by the idea of studying[…]
Jennifer McGrogan, The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)
Jennifer McGrogan is the ESC Ambassador at the College of New Jersey (TCNJ). “I studied in Heidelberg the spring of my junior year (2019). While I was in Heidelberg I enjoyed the atmosphere and people of this quaint city. I have created friendships that will[…]
Samantha Ternelus, Barry University
What is your year and academic concentration? I am a junior (third year), and I am majoring in International Studies. Why did you choose the ESC Heidelberg program? I chose ESC because of my own personal interests with the Holocaust and wanting to be a[…]
