The U.S., Europe and the Second World War - Intersections in 20th Century History

Program

In this program, 20 Ohio State students from diverse disciplines and backgrounds will study with four Ohio State professors various aspects of World War II, with a particular focus on the United States and Europe. They will take a challenging group of history and culture courses in the spring semester, meeting frequently in a small-class setting to exchange ideas, to discuss their research, and to prepare for the second portion of the program- a three-week tour of World War II sites, memorials and museums in Europe during the May Session. This powerful interdisciplinary program, emblematic of Ohio State's motto, "education for citizenship", will furnish the students a strong foundation for their future roles as American leaders in government, business, academia and other professions.

Locations

This program will take place in several prominent cities and regions in Europe including London, Normandy, Paris and Berlin.

Courses and Credits

For information about courses and credits, please visit the Department of History's website at history.osu.edu/courses/wwii-study-tour.

Accommodations

Lodging is prearranged for shared rooms in modest hotels.

Program Costs

You are responsible for paying The Ohio State University tuition plus a $4,818 program fee. The program fee includes in-country transportation, accommodations, some group meals and entrance to all program sites and excursions. It does not cover international airfare, most meals and personal expenses.

The actual cost for Ohio State to run this program is $5,818 per student; this cost is subsidized by the Office of International Affairs in the amount of $1,000 (subject to change). The program cost has also been subsidized by a generous contribution from the Department of French and Italian. In addition, each participant will be guaranteed a Department of History scholarship ranging from a minimum of $650 to a maximum of $2,150.

Students enrolled full time in spring semester may take up to three credits during the May session with no tuition costs. Fees, however, will continue to be charged. Tuition for enrollment beyond three credits will also be charged.

For information about cancellation of participation in this program, please refer to OIA's Cancellation Policy.

Application Information

Applicants must submit the Office of International Affairs Study Abroad Application online via Buckeyelink. Please note that upon application, a $150 application fee will be assessed to your Statement of Account. The application fee will be refunded only if you are not accepted or submit a written request to withdraw your application prior to the application deadline.

Scholarship

Academic Enrichment Grants (USG)

Special Petition Process

In the event that a U.S. Department of State travel warning is issued or already in place for these countries, study abroad will be possible only by special petition.* The petition must be submitted one month before the application deadline. The Study Abroad Health & Safety Committee will review the petition. For further information, and to obtain the petition form, please contact the OIA study abroad coordinator.

Pre-Departure Orientation

All students will be required to participate in on-campus pre-departure orientations organized by the Office of International Affairs. These sessions will offer important information on travel, health, academic expectations, history and culture. The dates and locations of orientation meetings will be provided in the letter of acceptance.

Passports
Passports are required for every Ohio State study abroad program. For many study abroad destinations, passport information is required to apply for an entry visa (as early as 6 months prior to departure). For information about applying for a passport, go to travel.state.gov.

Websites
Ohio State Funding Opportunities: oia.osu.edu
U.S. Department of State: travel.state.gov (travel warnings/country specific information)
Centers for Disease Control: cdc.gov/travel (geographic health recommendations)
The U.S., Europe and the Second World War: go.osu.edu/WorldWar
Department of History - U.S., Europe and the Second World War Study Abroad Program: history.osu.edu/courses/wwii-study-tour

Contact Us
Information about Getting Started sessions and study abroad coordinator advising hours can be viewed at http://oia.osu.edu/study-abroad.html. Questions about study abroad programs can be directed to abroadadvisor@osu.edu. The Office of International Affairs is located in Oxley Hall, 1712 Neil Avenue.


*Ohio State reserves the right to change without notice any statement in this handout, concerning but not limited to rules, policies, tuition, fees, curricula, and courses. The Office of International Affairs reserves the right to cancel any program for which a State Department travel warning is in effect. It is the policy of Ohio State not to discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or handicap in matters of admission, employment, housing, or services in the educational programs which it administers in accordance with civil rights legislation.