BOZEN-BOLZANO, ITALY THE CITY Bozen-Bolzano (in German and Italian) is the capital city of the province of South Tyrol, in the Trentino Alto Adige region in northern Italy. Its medieval city center, Gothic and Romanesque churches, and bilingual nature place it at the crossroads of Italian and Austrian cultures. Its quality of life is reflected in its openness, youthful energy, and scenery. This small city is a long-time conduit between the Austrian and Italian cultures. THE UNIVERSITY The Free University of Bozen-Bolzano is located in one of the most fascinating European regions, at the crossroads between the German-speaking and Italian economies and cultures. Its trilingualism in teaching and research, its international focus, and its excellent facilities are some of the reasons why UNIBZ regularly reaches top positions in national and international rankings. University Website: https://www.unibz.it/en/

ACADEMIC CALENDAR Bolzano has the following semester breakdown: Fall semester: September - February Spring semester: March- July (Students may need to make accommodations for differences in academic calendar) Frequently Asked Questions

NOMINATION CRITERIA? VISA PROCESS? Non-EU citizens should obtain a student visa 3.0 GPA or higher; junior standing. prior to departure. Immediately upon arrival, Complete Baruch Application to Study students must apply for a resident permit. Abroad and the exchange interview. Students will meet with the International Relations Office at UNIBZ and will be provided with an information package that includes the application form and the list of attachments to add to the application.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS? COURSE OFFERINGS ?

Exchange students are required to take UNIBZ offers a range of courses in several either Italian or German as a foreign different disciplines in the fields of language course. Students are able to choose business, the social sciences, art and design. from a fairly broad selection of courses The number of available courses taught in offered in English. English appears to be fairly extensive.

CAMPUS LIFE? HOUSING?

UNIBZ offers exchange students many UNIBZ offers accommodation in residence opportunities to join sports tournaments, halls. Exchange students can apply through experience social and cultural activities the online registration form - the link is sent through organized events, and even to all applicants by the International Relations attend weekly "UniParties" where students Office. Bozen-Bolzano is a small town and it can engage with both international and can be challenging to find rooms on the local students. private market.

Study Abroad Office Phone: 646-312-2090 137 East 25th Street, 8th floor www.baruch.cuny.edu/study-abroad New York, NY, 10010 E-mail: [email protected]