Program Overview

University College Maastricht Program Details

The University College Maastricht (UCM) program offers a unique study abroad experience in the Netherlands. Located in the city of Maastricht, UCM provides a liberal arts and sciences education with a focus on problem-based learning.

Program Overview

UCM is an internationally-oriented liberal arts and sciences college that attracts highly motivated and ambitious students from around the world. The college offers a selective honors program with a robust workload, small class sizes, and plenty of instructor attention.

Academics

• Fields of Study: Humanities, Social Sciences, Science
• Language of Instruction: English
• Language Study: Optional (Dutch language courses available)
• Courses and Credit Requirements:
  • Take a full-time course of study: Four courses for a total of 24 quarter/16 semester UC units
  • Two courses per block
  • Skills and language study courses are worth fewer units and may be taken only in addition to four 6-unit courses
• Current Program Courses: Over 120 courses available in the humanities, social sciences, and life sciences
• Research: Undergraduate research projects available for academic credit as part of the Maastricht Research Based Learning (MaRBLe) program

Dates and Eligibility

• Program Requirements:
  • Enrolled as a degree-seeking student with a UC campus
  • In good academic standing as defined by your UC campus
• Eligibility:
  • Junior, Senior class level
  • Minimum GPA 2.85
  • No prerequisite courses
  • All UC majors welcome
• Term Options:
  • Fall: late August to mid-December
  • Spring: late January to late May
  • Year: late August to late May

Cost

• Estimated program costs include UC tuition, round-trip airfare, housing, meals, program excursions and activities, passport and visa fees, books, supplies, and other living expenses
• UCEAP scholarships available, including the Global Scholarship of up to $2,000
• Financial aid students can estimate excess aid by subtracting total estimated program costs paid to UCEAP from their financial aid award for study abroad

Housing and Support

• Housing options available, including student residences and shared apartments
• Support services provided, including academic advising, language support, and cultural activities

How to Apply

• Application process: Submit application through UCEAP website
• Application deadlines: Vary by term, check UCEAP website for details
• Required documents: Transcripts, letter of recommendation, personal statement