Academic Program

*The Wuerzburg English Language Program (WELP) is available Fall semester and over the summer. Students can take a variety of classes within the WELP. Each semester offers different courses. Please see the WELP website for more information. If you want to take regular university courses taught in German, please contact our office.
The German academic calendar does not align with most US calendars, so students may be limited to studying only spring semester or academic year programs. Students are welcome to study on this program in the fall semester only, but they would only be able to take courses in the WELP curriculum.
Credits from the host university will be converted to SUNY credits as follows: ECTS credits are divided by 2 and rounded up for each course (EX: 5 ECTS credits = 3 SUNY credits).
Wuerzburg offers German language programs before the semester begins (taking place in September and March for the fall and spring semesters, respectively). These pre-semester language classes can count as 3 or 4 SUNY credits - depending on the level of German taught. You can find more information on these courses, HERE.
Students studying abroad for a semester must take between 12 and 19 SUNY equivalent credits at the university abroad. (24--38 ECTS credits).

Course Descriptions and Syllabi

The current courses in the WELP are available online, HERE.
Other courses taught in English can be found here online HERE.
Review Wuerzburg University’s website for more information regarding the program.

General Education Information for UAlbany Students

Credits earned on this program will automatically satisfy the International Perspectives requirement. Three credits of foreign language study will satisfy the Foreign Language requirement. No additional approval is required for you to earn these general elective credits.

Major/Minor Information for UAlbany Students

Courses may also satisfy major and minor requirements, upon approval by the department.

Transcript

All courses taken abroad count towards UAlbany General Elective credits. Credits and grades will appear on your UAlbany transcript. You may file a request to have additional courses approved for equivalency as necessary. 

Your Instructors

Housing

Housing is guaranteed if you apply before June 15^th for Fall or January 15^th for Summer. More information can be found here: Accommodations through the Studentenwerk.  Note, that the length of stay is 6 or 12 months and an extra month can be added if you are participating in the language course. A tutor (mentor) will help you get your keys when you move in. 
Students also are able to make their own housing arrangements.

Meals

There are many places to eat on and near campus. No meal plan is provided. You can get a discount at the student Cafeterias by showing your student ID card. 

Estimate of Costs

Germany: Wuerzburg Exchange Estimate of Costs

More Information

Click for more information on Program Costs and Financial Aid.
Remember to speak with the Office of Financial Aid at your home campus to determine how your aid package could apply towards your program abroad.

Academic Requirements

Experiential Learning

As part of WELP: Every semester the programme offers also extracurricular activities. Manifold events outside the classroom include receptions by state authorities and visits to local museums, as well as guided tours and excursions (e.g., to Bamberg). Social life is fostered by a wine tasting and a brewery visit. There is also an excursion to Berlin that takes place every spring term. 

Student Clubs and Organizations

Funding Opportunities

A scholarship of around 600€ per month is available for exchange students studying for a period of up to 10 months.  Details about the scholarship are available during the application process. This scholarship is subject to change in amount or availability. 
Check out the Gilman Scholarship program for options in Germany and around the world. 

Most financial aid and academic awards will apply to semester programs.
External scholarships, listed on our website, are a good way to partially fund your study abroad experience. In addition, the Center for International Education and Global Strategy offers two scholarship programs for UAlbany students studying abroad on UAlbany or 4-year SUNY programs.
More information on applying to these scholarships is located on the Scholarships web page.

In Their Own Words

"Going abroad was one of my main goals ever since I came to UAlbany back in 2015. I got the opportunity to study in Würzburg, Germany last year and it was undoubtedly one of the best experiences of my life! Being able to experience another culture was extremely rewarding for several reasons. First of all, it allowed me to not only gain more perspectives that previously I would have never even thought about, but it allowed me to step out of my comfort zone and emerge as a more mature and nuanced person. While living and studying abroad I got the opportunity to experience a completely different culture and do some amazing things like visit beautiful palaces and castles, meet new friends from all over the world, try new foods that I still love to eat, and improve on my German skills by gaining firsthand experience. Because Würzburg is right in the center of Germany, travelling to places like Munich or Berlin was easy. There are tons of deals that you as a tourist can get from the DB (Germany's state railway network) or other places like EuRail that allow you to travel around Germany and Europe for relatively cheap. Travelling around the cities were fairly easy to navigate. The cities encourage tourists and do their best to make sure that you have as much fun as possible! My favorite cities have to be Munich, Nuremberg, and Berlin. Overall, I am so glad that I decided to apply for UAlbany's Study Abroad program. If you're still unsure about whether or not you should apply to study abroad, stop worrying and just do it! Trust me, you will not regret the experience for a second." - Matheson Curry, History Major

Funny anecdotes, interesting tips and reasons to come to Wuerzburg! Read here, what international students have to tell about their stay in Wuerzburg.

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About the City

Where in Germany is Würzburg located?
Studying in Würzburg means living right in the middle of Germany. The city is situated so favorably along railway and motorway junctions that it is inevitable. With its 124,000 inhabitants it is large enough to offer everything a student needs for living. Yet it remains small enough to provide everything within reach. Frankfurt International Airport is also close by.
Learn more about the City of Wuerzburg.

Travel Documents

A valid passport is required to participate in this program. You do not need a visa before you arrive however, You will need a residence permit upon arrival. More information regarding the visa application process is available upon acceptance to the program.

Application Availability

• Spring programs: July
• Fall/Year/Summer programs: December

Program Dates

Academic Year 2023-2024

Please contact us if you are interested in participating for a full academic year, separate from the WELP.

Fall 2023

WELP Courses: 10/16/2023 to 12/22/2023
*Wuerzburg calls this the Winter Semester

Spring 2024

 *Note: Housing applications for the Spring (summer) programs are due by January 15th.
Review the Academic Calendar online. Housing is rented in 6 or 12 month leases. Your arrival and departure date could be significantly different than the dates listed above. Also note, the 4 week intensive language course is NOT included in the dates above and is held in September and March.

About the Program

Program Orientations

Upon acceptance to the program, you will be required to attend a mandatory pre-departure orientation. During this time, you will have the opportunity to meet other program participants, discuss in-depth the details of your program, and prepare of the overall education abroad experience. The fall semester pre-departure orientation will be conducted in late April/early and in late November/early December for the spring term abroad.
Before departure to Wuerzburg, you can attend "First Steps" seminars and welcome events for you to prepare for your semester abroad. This is an important and informative set of sessions organized by International Office of your host university, and it is an excellent opportunity to meet other international students preparing to study at Wuerzburg as well.

Support Services

UAlbany’s Office of Education Abroad staff assists you during the application process, in your preparation to travel abroad, and on-site if necessary.
University of Würzburg's International Office staff serve as an experienced resource for resolving issues that you may encounter in while abroad.