General Program Information
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Student Eligibility | Application Process | Application Fees | Application Deadlines
2010-2011 Program Dates | | 2010 - 2011 Program Costs | HECUA Transcripts
General HECUA Policies
Student Eligibility
- You must have completed your first year in college
- You must be in good academic standing – 2.0 GPA or higher (any GPA lower than 2.5 will receive extra evaluation)
- You must meet all requirements of the specific HECUA program
- You must complete all home campus requirements for off-campus study
All students are welcome on HECUA programs. Selection is based on your completed application, past academic performance, recommendations,and the match between the program and your own interests, goals and expectations. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
HECUA Application Process
- Complete application, including applicable essay questions
- If applying to two programs for a year off-campus, submit one application and address both programs in answering essay questions.
- Arrange for an official college transcript to be sent to HECUA
- Request an academic reference using the reference form provided here. If possible ask the professor to return the form to you so it can be submitted at the same time you mail your application and transcript. Delays in receiving the reference will delay review of your application.
- Submit completed application to HECUA by deadline
- Issue a check or money order payable to HECUA for the application fee. The fee is non-refundable and must be received for your application to be reviewed. Late applications will be considered if space is available; however, the $400 deposit must be included.
Application Fees
- Member schools = $50
- Non-member schools =$75
- After acceptance all students will be sent a letter requesting a $400 non-refundable deposit.*
* Applications submitted after the deadline must include the $400 deposit.
Application Deadlines
Please be aware that your college / university may have earlier application deadlines than HECUA. For more information about member school deadlines and other important policies that relate specifically to a particular member school please visit HECUA’s consortium member webpage. There you will find links that direct you back to your home institution's websites that provide this important information.
| Fall Programs | Spring Programs | January Term | Summer Programs | |
| Study Abroad | March 15 | November 1 | October 1 | April 15 |
| Domestic | April 15 | December 1 | November 1 | April 15 |
| Your college may have earlier deadlines than HECUA. Please check with the appropriate office on your campus. Early application is encouraged. Enrollment is limited and programs may fill before the deadline. Late applications are considered on a space-available basis. E-mail us for more information | ||||
Fall 2010-Spring 2011 HECUA Program Dates
| Program | Arrival/Start Day | Break(s) | Departure/End Day |
| Summer 2010 | |||
| Civil Rights* | Wed. 9 Jun 2010 | N/A | Wed. 30 Jun 2010 |
| Environment and Agriculture: Sustainable Food Systems |
Sat. 22 May 2010 | 23-31 May | Sun. 13 Jun 2010 |
| International | |||
| Ecuador - fall '10 | Wed. 1 Sep 2010 | 1-5 Nov | Fri. 10 Dec 2010 |
| Scandinavia - fall '10 | Fri. 13 Aug 2010 | 27 Sep - 1 Oct | Fri. 26 Nov 2010 |
| Ecuador - spring '11 | Wed. 2 Feb 2011 | 28 Mar-4 Apr | Fri. 13 May 2011 |
| N. Ireland - spring '11 | Thur. 3 Feb 2011 | 24 Apr | Sat. 14 May 2011 |
| Scandinavia - spring '11 | Fri. 7 Jan 2011 | 21-25 Feb | Fri. 15 Apr 2011 |
| Domestic Programs | |||
| Environmental Sustainability - fall '10 | Wed. 8 Sep 2010 | 14-15 Oct 25-26 Nov |
Fri. 17 Dec 2010 |
| Metro Urban Studies - fall '10 | Wed. 8 Sep 2010 | 14-15 Oct 25-26 Nov |
Fri. 17 Dec 2010 |
| Writing for Social Change - fall '10 | Wed. 8 Sep 2010 | 14-15 Oct 25-26 Nov |
Fri. 17 Dec 2010 |
| City Arts - spring '11 | Wed. 2 Feb 2011 | 14-18 Mar |
Fri. 13 May 2011 |
| Metro Urban Studies - spring '11 | Wed. 2 Feb 2011 | 14-18 Mar | Fri. 13 May 2011 |
| January Term 2011 | |||
| Bangladesh | Mon. 3 Jan 2011 | N/A | Wed. 26 Jan 2011 |
| Ecuador | Mon. 3 Jan 2011 | N/A | Wed. 26 Jan 2011 |
| Summer 2011 | |||
| Civil Rights* | Wed. 8 Jun 2011 | N/A | Wed. 29 Jun 2011 |
| Environment and Agriculture: Sustainable Food Systems |
TBD | TBD | TBD |
* Optional Twin Cities internship placement for the month of July.
HECUA Program Costs
The total amount students must pay to participate in an off-campus study program varies from college to college, as does the availability of financial aid for off-campus study. Depending on the policies of a student’s home college, charges for participating in a HECUA program may be based on the HECUA fee or may be based on the college’s own tuition. In addition, some colleges may assess special fees for off-campus study.
Reference the chart below for more information. Please call with any billing questions 800/554-1089 or 651/646-8831.
| FEES 2010-2011 | Member Schools | Nonmember Schools |
| International Semester Programs International program fees include tuition and all on-the-ground expenses (e.g., room & board, ground transportation, emergency medical insurance). |
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| Ecuador | $15,250 | $16,050 |
| Northern Ireland | $17,450 | $18,250 |
| Scandinavia (SUST & DSE) (The fall term in Scandinavia includes field experiences in Sweden and Denmark, while the spring term includes a field experience in Eastern Europe.) |
$17,350 | $18,150 |
| USA Semester Programs | ||
| Minnesota: City Arts | Varies * | $13,600 |
| Minnesota: Environmental Sustainability | Varies * | $13,600 |
| Minnesota: Metro Urban Studies Term | Varies * | $13,600 |
| Minnesota: Writing for Social Change | Varies * | $13,600 |
| Summer 2010 *** | ||
| Civil Rights Movement – USA | $2,800 | $3,000 |
| Environment and Agriculture: Sustainable Food Systems |
$2,200 | $2,400 |
| January-Term ** | ||
| Bangladesh | $5,700 | $5,900 |
| Ecuador | $3,900 | $4,100 |
| Summer 2011 *** | ||
| Civil Rights Movement – USA | $2,900 | $3,100 |
| Environment and Agriculture: Sustainable Food Systems |
$2,400 | $2,600 |
| (The Civil Rights and Environment & Agriculture programs are worth 4 semester credits. By paying an additional $400, students can add an internship component and raise either program to 6 semester credits.) | ||
* Students from member schools enrolling in Twin Cities programs pay either
(1) tuition of their home college or
(2) $12,800—whichever is less. The fee for students from the University of Minnesota is $7,900.
** All January-term programs include airfare in the program fee.
*** Summer programs offer an internship experience for an additional cost, contact HECUA for more information.
For a more detailed look at HECUA program fees please download an Excel document of the information, PROGRAM FEE BREAKDOWN. Note the three tabs in the document: 1.) Cost breakdown for all international programs for students from member schools, 2.) Cost breakdown for international programs for students from non-member schools, 3.) Cost breakdown for all domestic programs (for U of M, member, and non-member students).
HECUA does offer scholarships for students based on merit and for first generation college students, students from low-income families, and students of color. To learn more about the award amount, eligibility, and to access a scholarship application visit: http://www.hecua.org/scholarships.php
HECUA Transcripts
Member-college students: An official HECUA grade report is sent directly to your college registrar. The registrar transfers your grades onto your official transcript per your prior arrangements with the institution.
Non-member-college students: HECUA registers all non-member students through Hamline University, which serves as the host college for registration purposes only. HECUA submits an official grade report directly to the Hamline Registrar's office where it is transferred onto an official Hamline University transcript. In order for these credits and grades to be transferred to your home institution, you must submit a written and signed request to the Hamline Registrar for a copy of your official transcript to be sent to your home college registrar. Send to Office of the Registrar, College of Liberal Arts, Hamline University, 1536 Hewitt Ave., St. Paul, MN 55104-1284. Enclose $5.00 to cover the fee for each official transcript request, payable to Hamline University. In your written request, be sure to indicate the HECUA program and term in which you participated, your social security number (for quick and accurate computer access to your records), the number of transcripts requested ($5.00 for each), and the address to which transcripts should be sent. These instructions will be sent to you again at the end of the program.
Transcripts will be withheld by HECUA for students that have an outstanding bill (tuition, airfare, readings, etc). The transcript will not be released until the bill has been paid in full or a payment plan has been arranged.
General HECUA Policies
Principles and policies, distributed prior to the 1st day of your program. This handbook outlines principles, policies, guidelines and other important information for all students participating in HECUA off-campus study programs. Students are required to read through this handbook thoroughly prior to the start of your program, and students are to confirm that they have read and understand this handbook by signing the Participation Agreement given to them in the first packet of orientation materials.
