Study in Malta

Year or Semester Abroad - Msida

The Basics..

Explore the ancient and modern Mediterranean world on the Tulane Study Abroad program (TSAP) in Malta. The Center for International Studies (CIS) offers a highly respected program in Malta, which offers coursework in a variety of major disciplines. All courses are taught in English:

Students enroll directly at the University of Malta and receive guidance from on-site staff throughout their time in the host country. The Malta program draws particularly adventurous students who are looking for a cultural immersion experience in the country's prestigious state university. Courses, grades, and credits travel back with you to Tulane when you participate in a TSAP.

When Can I Go?

Academic calendars in Malta vary from year to year following this rough schedule:

Exact dates - including breaks - will be provided during the semester before your departure.

Where Will I Live?

Students arrange their housing directly with the University of Malta. Students in Malta generally choose to live with other international students in the university’s lively and social residence hall. As is the norm in Europe, students generally commute to class.

What Are The Costs?

Studying abroad is affordable. Costs vary by program and student lifestyle. Because students on TSAPs pay Tulane University tuition for their studies abroad, most Tulane and federal financial aid applies. Below is an average of the per-semester cost for the 2005-06 year to help you with your budgeting:

~ This includes the cost of Tulane tuition and the required Academic Support Service Fee. The cost of tuition for 2006-07 has yet to be determined. Students are billed through Tulane for tuition and the Academic Support Service Fee, as well as the required International Evacuation Insurance. Students pay all other costs, including housing, directly as they occur.

* Living costs vary widely and include housing, meals, books, round-trip airfare from New Orleans, health and evacuation insurance, passport, visa, and personal expenses. They do not include vacation travel.

Am I Eligible?

In order to apply for any of these programs, you must meet and maintain the following requirements:

All students must complete Tulane proficiency requirements the semester before starting a TSAP. Students who have ever been on disciplinary or honor board probation are not eligible to apply.

How Do I Apply?

Begin the process well in advance of the year or semester you plan to study abroad. Deadlines vary depending on the host institution’s deadlines and admissions policies. Start with the submission of your online TSAP application:

Some programs fill up before the deadline so you are strongly advised to submit your application early to increase your chances of being accepted.

A complete application includes a statement of purpose, two letters of recommendation from Tulane faculty, one photo and a $50 non-refundable deposit. Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.

Upon conditional acceptance from the CIS, you will submit an application to the host program abroad. Final acceptance to study abroad is contingent upon this application and your ability to maintain the above eligibility requirements through the semester before departure.

Getting Started…

For more information about this program, visit the University of Malta website to find out if studying in Malta is right for you!