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American University in Bosnia and Herzegovina
International Admission/Study Abroad Office
Fra Anđela Zvizdovića 1
71000 Sarajevo
Bosnia and Herzegovina
‘’American University in Bosnia and Herzegovina
forms an integral part of an academic
community of Bosnia and Herzegovina. I am
impressed with the students’ quality and believe
that both students and AUBIH will contribute to
the future of this country.’’
US Ambassador to BiH, Patrick S. Moon
Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and
Herzegovina (BiH), is one of Europe’s most
vibrant and exciting cities. It is also one of
Europe’s safest cities. But only 20 years ago,
Sarajevo was enduring the worst siege any
city ever had to endure. Now, the city is
reborn and is open to the entire world. In
addition to Sarajevo, BiH has four other
key cities (Banja Luka, Tuzla, Mostar, and
Zenica). Outside the cities, you will find a
more traditional lifestyle and can enjoy
Bosnia’s stunning rivers, lakes, flatlands,
hills and mountains.
Come to American University in Bosnia
and Herzegovina (AUBiH) to study Balkan
history; Balkan security; State building:
genocide, war crime and traditional
justice; and the language of Bosnia
(‘’Bosnian- Serbian- Croatian’’) and
take up a course as an internship in an
international organization or an NGO.
Students will meet regularly with a broad
range of Bosnian, European, and American
politicians as well as NGO representatives,
diplomats, and BiH students. AUBiH offers
insights into the many different ethnic,
religious, and political backgrounds – all of
which make up BiH’s complicated tapestry.
Few places offer such a deep perspective
of diplomacy, state building, conflict
resolution, and commendable resilience.
Summer 2015
Study Abroad
At AUBiH
The following classes will
be taken by all program
participants.
Balkan History
This course examines the cultural and
historical legacies of the Balkans, with a
focus on Bosnia and Herzegovina, from
prehistory to the present day. Particular
emphasis will be placed on the rise and
fall of various empires in the region (i.e.
Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman Empire),
and the introduction of Christianity, and
subsequently Islam to the area during the
first half of the course. The second half of
the course will focus on the modern history
of Yugoslavia, the 1990’s conflict, and the
political and economic state of Bosnia and
Herzegovina today.
the ethnic cleansing campaign that took
place throughout areas controlled by the
Serb Army during the 1992- 1995 war in
Bosnia and Herzegovina and neighboring
countries. The first objective of the course
is to provide in-depth critical knowledge
of topics related to genocide and war
crimes in historical and legal perspective
and then to focus on the role of the
Hague Tribunal, human rights, national
courts and reconciliation efforts in Bosnia.
The second objective of the course is to
critically evaluate the role of law in dealing
with mass crimes and transitional justice.
This will be done by way of comparison
of the Bosnian case with similar cases and
countries. During the course, students
will visit Srebrenica- Potočari and learn
about the history directly on site, listen to
guest speakers, lead discussion, and visit
locations relevant for research. Materials
used during the course will consist of
selected articles and book chapters,
documentaries and oral histories, alongside
presentations by visiting lecturers.
Balkan Security
Genocide, War Crimes and Transitional
Justice
The term Bosnian genocide is used to
refer either to the genocide committed
by Serb forces in Srebrenica in 1995, or to
The goal of this course is to study security,
geopolitical and geostrategic relations
in the Balkans and the development
of global peace and security policies.
Emphasis will be placed on the history
of conflict and security in the region
including contemporary wars as well as
problems of world division, spheres of
great forces, geopolitical order, and the
influence of major actors: the UN, NATO,
diplomats, NGOs, and humanitarian aid
organizations. Particular emphasis will be
placed on areas that present challenges
to modern security: Terrorism, production
and sale of weapons of mass destruction,
and ethnic conflict.
State Building
This course will serve as a Bosnian case
study for Conflict Resolution. It will include
a focus on the role of key diplomats,
negotiators, and International Intervention
in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Balkan
Region as well as a contextual comparison
to other state building scenarios such as
Kosovo, Afghanistan, and Iraq.
Bosnian/ Croatian/ Serbian Language
A basic conversational language class
will be offered for students to acclimate
themselves with the Bosnian language
and culture. If students already have
a beginning level knowledge of the
language, arrangements will be made for
upper level language instruction.
Seminars
Seminars will be used to complement
and add to the information given in
the aforementioned classes. Academic
lectures will be supplemented by
afternoon and weekend trips to sites of
historical importance, guest lectures, Q&As
with local leaders, and museum visits. They
will include meetings and briefings with
various Political and Community leaders
from around Bosnia and Herzegovina. See
page 6 for a list of possible speakers.
Co-op Internship
During their two month stay in Bosnia,
participants have the option to co-op
at a local or international company or
organization. See page 7 for a list of
possible co-op posts.
List of Speakers
Will include meetings and briefings with
various Political and Community leaders
from around Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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About the American University in
Bosnia and Herzegovina
AUBiH
Our Students
The American University in Bosnia and
Herzegovina is a multi-ethnic, career-oriented
university and it is the only one to act on the
entire territory of Bosnia and Herzegovina with
its campuses in Tuzla, Banja Luka and Sarajevo.
AUBiH is the only American-accredited university
in former Yugoslavia (accredited by www.acics.
org). Classes at AUBiH are based on the American
liberal arts system with Undergraduate,
Graduate and Doctoral studies, which are
also in line with European standards (Bologna
Principles). In accordance with the mission of
the University, the goal is to provide quality
university education for students throughout
the region that follows world trends in the
specialized areas of finance, public relations,
international law, information technology, cyber
security, national and international security,
and multimedia and graphic design. The AUBiH
Sarajevo Campus is located in the cosmopolitan
center of Sarajevo just blocks from the Bosnian
Parliament, the US Embassy, the central train
and bus station, several main shopping centers,
and city green spaces.
Students at our University are dynamic, highly
intelligent, and motivated. They come to study
at AUBiH from throughout the region and aspire
to help the country emerge from its recent past
by influencing the next generation of leaders.
They are willing to invest their time, intellect,
and energy in order to gain the skills necessary
to succeed and excel in the contemporary
marketplace.
About Sarajevo
City of Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital and largest city of
Bosnia and Herzegovina. Sarajevo has
attracted international attention several times
throughout its history. In 1914 it was the site
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while seventy years later it became the host city
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after that it became known as the location of
the longest city siege in modern history.
The city is famous for its traditional religious
diversity, with adherents of Islam, Eastern
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there for centuries. Due to this long and rich
history of religious diversity and coexistence,
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of Europe’’.
Cuisine &
Cafe Culture
Cuisine
Cafe Culture
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s cuisine is balanced
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tends to be rich and relies heavily on dairy
products and meat, particularly beef, lamb,
and pork, which is often grilled or barbecued.
People usually shop for ingredients daily. Meat
is always well prepared and often organic. In
the towns and cities, a wide variety of quality
restaurants can be found serving mainly Italian,
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cuisine.
Much of Bosnian social life centers on coffee
and in Sarajevo there are more café per capita
than in any other European city. See a friend
on the street, have a coffee. Need to conduct
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break from grocery shopping, have a seat at
the coffee shop in front of aisles 9 and 10. The
traditional coffee is ‘’bosanska kafa’’, similar to
what is commonly known as Turkish coffee.
Espresso and white coffee are also served in
towns and cities. Drinking tea is also a local
tradition, although herbal teas are preferred.
They are often organic, coming straight from
the forest.
Nightlife
Nightlife
Popular clubs
The capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo
is well known for its wonderful nightlife. The
opportunities for nightlife activities in Sarajevo
are plenty and range from entertainment
in cinemas and clubs to opera and theatre
performances. You can also find frequent
festivals arranged in the city, showcasing the
local’s popular interests such as jazz and film.
The City has hundreds of café/ bars, some with
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lovely one in the middle of the Turkish quarter
which has a huge aviary as its centerpiece.
Stroll around and discover some new places for
yourself!
Hacienda
Cinemas Club
The Club
Celtic Pub
Cheers
Guiness Pub
Baghdad
Barhana
Barka
Central Café
Babylon
Ort
Accommodation
Locations and Housing Options
Price
There are multiple options available for
accommodation while studying at AUBiH.
Availability for each option will vary depending
on how many students register for study
abroad. All options will be within reasonable
distances to the city center and the AUBiH
Sarajevo campus.
Housing for Study Abroad participants will be
$400 per month per person. Students choosing
a home stay will pay the same amount in order
to contribute to families’ utility bills, goods, and
food costs. Security deposits in the amount of
$300 will be required.
On the application students are asked to choose
a preference for one of the following options:
1. Apartment
(with study abroad roommates)
2. House
(with study abroad roommates)
3. Home Stay
(with AUBiH Student or Host Family)
AUBiH is not responsible for any housing
arrangements made independently by study
abroad students.
Getting around
Sarajevo is a city that is very easy to walk around
and most locals do not own cars.
Public transportation consists of trams, trolleys,
and busses. The tram lines run in one direction
in the city’s Old Town (Stari Grad/ Centar)
and in two directions in the New Town (Novo
Sarajevo).
Taxis are very cheap in Sarajevo, generally
costing around $2.50 in town and around
$15.00 if you wish to get to destinations on
the city’s outskirts. Most taxi drivers are very
friendly to foreigners but it is advised that
visitors ask around to find out the average cost
of a ride to their destination and make sure the
driver is using a meter in order to avoid being
overcharged.
In Sarajevo’s center, biking is becoming more
popular, but streets tend to be narrow and
there are no bike paths so bike at your own
risk. However, the city has several city parks and
lovely tree lined pedestrian walkways where
cars are not allowed and many people ride
bikes for leisure.
Testimonials
Anne Cunliffe, AUBiH Peace and Conflict
Summer Program 2013 participant
Qendresa Selimi, AUBiH Peace and Conflict
Summer Program 2013 participant
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Sarajevo was my internship. At first when I
found out I would be working for the small local
organization “Zasto Ne” I was disappointed to
not have been placed in one of the big names
such as the OSCE or IRI, but by the end of my
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small, intimate, relaxed setting I had endless
opportunities to ask my coworkers questions
and learn about the political situation in Bosnia
and Herzegovina. Additionally, instead of doing
mindless office work I was honing my research
skills doing interesting research on Freedom of
Information laws in Europe.
In regards to the program, overall I really liked it
and enjoyed my time here. The apartments were
great with a great location. My internship was
really interesting and I really enjoyed the people
I worked for. The classes I thought were great,
and for the most part the professors were as
well. As I said before, Professor Predrag is really
an amazing professor.
Aside from that I want to say that AUBiH students
have been absolutely amazing all summer in
helping us with everything we need and I really
appreciate it.
Branka Damjanović, AUBiH Peace and
Conflict Summer Program 2013 participant
It was my first time in Sarajevo and I have never
fallen in love with a city faster! Our apartments
were right in the Old Town and the people are
so incredibly friendly. The professors teach in
subjects they personally have experience in and
it is material you would rarely find in the US so I
would highly recommend this program because
of its courses and accompanying excursions. For
me, it was a beautiful way to spend two months
of my summer and I will never forget my time
there!
Kelsey Aho, AUBiH Study Abroad Student
2013/2014
My experience in Bosnia has been shaped by
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been here a month and a half, I feel as if Sarajevo
is my home. Making Tikvenica (pumpkin pie)
with my host-family and getting coffee with a
professor, are just a few ways of connecting with
Sarajevo’s traditions and culture. I could not be
more excited to spend my entire academic year
studying and interning in Bosnia!
Dr. Denis J. Sullivan, Professor of Political
Science & International Affairs at
Northeastern University, Boston, USA
AUBiH is the best possible resource for Americans
studying in Bosnia, whether short term or long
term. The administrators, faculty, staff, and
students of AUBiH go above and beyond the call
of duty when it comes to making connections
to the appropriate people to meet; learning
first-hand about the complexities, diversity,
and beauties of BiH; and simply enjoying all the
great aspects of Bosnia-Herzegovina, beginning
in Sarajevo and continuing throughout the
country. I have worked closely with AUBiH for
4 years, and I look forward to continuing our
partnership for many more to come.
Dr. Yehuda Lukacs, Associate Provost for
International Programs
Director, Center for Global Education,
George Mason University
Sarajevo, one of the most beautiful cities
in Europe, offers students an unparalleled
opportunity to study conflict and peacemaking.
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students from George Mason University were
hosted by the American University of Bosnia
and Herzegovina as part of a traveling seminar
focusing on post-communism that also included
Berlin, Budapest, and Belgrade. The program
in Sarajevo included high level meetings such
as the President, members of Parliament and
diplomats from the American embassy as well as
meetings with business and community leaders
and students. One of the highlights of the visit
was a tour of Srebrenica where thousands of
Bosnian Muslims were murdered during the war.
The entire program was well crafted, balanced,
nuanced and highly enriching. Students
gained insights into the dynamics of the
conflict and conflict resolution from multiple
perspectives and left the city with a sense of real
accomplishment and understanding.
Mary Kate Schneider, Fulbright Research
Fellow at AUBiH, Fall 2013
I am extremely fortunate to have had the
opportunity to study abroad in BosniaHerzegovina (BiH) not once but twice—the first
time, for two months in Spring 2013, and the
second time as a Fulbright U.S. Student Research
Fellow during the 2013-14 academic year. My
dissertation analyzes education in BiH, and my
research has taken me to schools throughout
this amazing country, where I have met many
Bosnian students, parents, and teachers. My
research travels have made readily apparent the
incredible contrasts that exist within this small
country, from people to terrain and everything
in between.
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based in Sarajevo, and one of the most striking
things about this city is the amount of diversity
that is packed into so many small spaces. The
hallmark of a Sunday morning in Sarajevo is
the sound of church bells ringing from the
Catholic and Orthodox cathedrals in the center
of town, while at the same time the call to prayer
emanates from the city’s many mosques. These
simultaneous sounds serve as a vivid reminder
that Sarajevo is truly the heart of Europe,
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at once both Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman,
ancient and modern.
This feeling of being at a crossroads is reflected
in the presence of a vibrant international
community in Sarajevo. As a visiting student, I
have had the opportunity to meet and interact
with not only the local population but also
with people from all over the world. There is a
juxtaposition of cultures here that I have never
experienced anywhere else, and to say that
my time in BiH has opened my eyes would
be an understatement. More accurately, my
experience living and researching in BiH has
taught me to savor small victories, appreciate
little details, and to be ever-aware of the many
perspectives through which the world is seen.
Mwafaq Abu-shanab, AUBiH Study Abroad
Student 2010/2011
The experience to live and study in BIH is
priceless as you discover part of the world that
is unbelievable, in every aspect of life. There
is no part of the world where you see people
survive with very little means whilst being
happy about it. No one knows the secret of the
magical fountain that always brings you back to
the magical old town, which is perfect with its
imperfections. The only feeling I had when I was
about to leave BiH was nostalgia. The feeling
of exasperation I felt from the simplicity of the
people and the honesty of their smile is simply
inspirational. If I had the opportunity to study
and live in BIH again I would not think twice
about going back.
Hannah Fillmore- Patrick, AUBiH LLM
Student 2011/2012
I’m came from the United States. I had never
lived abroad before I began the masters
program in International Law at AUBiH so, at
first, I didn’t know what to expect. Despite my
reservations, studying in Bosnia-Herzegovina
turned out to be the greatest adventure I’ve
ever had! Not only did I learn from great Bosnian
and American professors in the classroom, life
outside the classroom challenged my worldview
and taught me so much about the amazing
diversity of culture this world holds. My year in
Sarajevo is one I’ll always cherish and one I wish
I could relive over and over again!
Mujtaba Ali, student that visited Bosnia
and AUBiH during Summer of 2012 as part
of Dialogue of Civilizations program at
Northeastern University
My short stay in Bosnia is one of my most
memorable experiences as a student at
Northeastern University. The time our group
spent in Bosnia Herzegovina was, simply put,
amazing. I have never been so immediately or
so strongly endeared to a location as I was to
this country. Sarajevo’s beauty and atmosphere
would have been more than enough to justify
spending our time there, let alone the amazing
variety of people and places we went to see
during our stay. There are countless memories
I take with me from our time in Bosnia and
Herzegovina. Many come from the structured
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Finci’s dry humor, the debate at Parliament, the
beauty and tragedy of the Srebrenica procession
-- these are but a few. Many cherished moments
also come from the time given to us to explore
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Baščaršija for hours and hours, sitting at cafes,
talking to locals. Eating cevapi for the first
time. The breathtaking views of Stari Most in
Mostar, and the beautiful lodgings we enjoyed
there. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the
wonderful friends we made during our stay. The
students and faculty from AUBiH were nothing
but friendly to us, and went far, far out of their
way to make us feel welcome and at home in
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to continue learning, exploring, and enjoying
myself in the Balkans [Mujitaba was indeed
able to return to Sarajevo for 6 months to take
Bosnian/ Croatian/ Serbian language at AUBiH
as well as intern at the Organized Crime And
Corruption Reporting Project].
Excursions
and Touristic
Interest
Hiking
Bosnia’s mountainous landscape naturally lends
itself to incredible plateaus, waterfalls, and
caves that are great for hiking and exploring.
Any level of experience can be accommodated
whether a short hour long walk through the
hills and waterfalls around Sarajevo and Mostar
or day long and overnight treks and caving
expeditions. If hiking without a guide, do not
wander away from any obvious trails.
Rafting
Bosnia and Herzegovina is a long name for
a country that measures just over 50,000
km2. However, the country is blessed
with a beautiful natural environment
which is a combination of Alpine and
Mediterranean climates. Historically, BiH
has been at the crossroads of East and
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architecture and cultural heritage. Please
contact [email protected] for more
information.
BiH is a water rich country where one can find
clear blue and bright green rivers meandering
through dramatic canyons and countryside.
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Mostar, and Banja Luka are some of the most
beautiful and attractive rivers in Europe: the
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great for adventure seekers and nature lovers.
Professionally guided tours are available for day
and weekend excursions. AUBiH will organize
one rafting trip for the entire group.
Mostar
Mostar, meaning keeper of the bridge, is
situated in Herzegovina between beautiful
mountains and the Neretva River. The Neretva’s
size and geographical location helped Mostar
early on to become a popular trading post.
The city’s iconic stone bridge was built during
the time of the Ottoman Empire in 1565. The
famous architect Mimar Hajrudin set out on
what some said was impossible mission, joining
the city over the Neretva River with a single
span stone bridge.
The Buna Spring
The Buna Spring and the adjacent Ottoman
house located near Mostar is one of the most
visited tourist attractions in BiH. The spring
emerges from the base of a mountain and
produces about 20 cubic meters of water per
second.
Međugorje
Međugorje is a town located on a mountain
high above Mostar. It is a popular site for
religious pilgrimages because of apparitions of
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connecting point of two major rivers: the
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the Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and AustriaHungarian empires; as well as the Bosnian,
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combination of city’s historical and geographic
importance enables it to be one of Europe’s
most interesting and beautiful towns.
Adriatic Coast
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s tiny strip of Adriatic
Sea is a wonderful beach paradise for old and
young alike. The country’s little claim to the sea
is called Neum, a newly built resort town just an
hour’s drive from the famous cities of Dubrovnik
and Mostar. Neum offers sandy beaches and an
abundance of water sports in the crystal clear
waters of the Adriatic.
Banja Luka
The city of Banja Luka is the second largest city
in Bosnia and the capitol city of the Republika
Srpska, one of BiH’s two entities. Banja Luka is
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for its broad avenues and numerous parks
which are great for walking and biking. One
of the most famous icons of the city is the old
Fortress; now used as a park and location for
many popular concerts and festivals. Banja
Luka makes good use of its location by the river
with many great cafés and restaurants located
on its bank and exciting water activities and
rafting excursions available nearby.
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Sarajevo, has recently attracted a great deal of
scientific and archaeological interest with many
claiming that the curiously shaped mountain
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were constructed in ancient times or are
simply phenomenal natural formations there
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mountains are beautiful and intriguing aspects
of the landscape. Moreover, true history lovers
and believers can find newly published news
stating that the pyramid was built more than
29,000 years ago which makes Bosnian pyramid
older than worldwide famous Egyptian ones.
Lonely Planet
Sarajevo has been named among the top 10
in the best cities to visit in the Lonely Planet
guide’s ‘Best in Travel 2010’.
The guide praises the city saying “Displaying its
cultural riches with insouciance, Sarajevo moves
to the rhythm of an Austrian waltz with a Slavic
lilt and a Turkish flourish in its architecture,
thriving arts scene and temperament it betrays
evidence of all three. It’s a neatly contained and
walkable city, hemmed in within the leafy valley
of the Miljacka River. The old city, based on
Bascarija, has long been the redoubt of poets,
filmmakers, authors and musicians.”
Once known for tragic reasons, Bosnia and
Herzegovina now features in travel plans
as people realize what this country has to
offer: age-old cultures, stunning mountain
landscapes, access to the great outdoors and
a sense of adventure. This most easterly point
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East bear the imprint of two great empires. Five
hundred years of domination, first by the Turks
and then briefly by the Austria-Hungarians,
have inexorably influenced the culture and
architecture of this land.
Read more at: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/
bosnia-and-hercegovina#ixzz2kzBLalrQ
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
(Sarajevo voted as one of Best Trips in 2014)
Please find below article from National
Geographic (http://travel.nationalgeographic.
com/travel/best-trips-2014/#/sarajevo-bosniazlatna-ribica-bar_72700_600x450.jpg) where
Sarajevo is voted as one of Best Trips in 2014.
Read more about Bosnia and Herzegovina at:
http://www.bhtourism.ba/eng
How you can
have a positive
influence
Tuition
Fee and Living
Expenses
In addition to enhancing their educational experience
through learning and studying in Bosnia and Herzegovina,
study abroad students have the opportunity to have a
meaningful and positive influence on the people and
situation in Bosnia. The US has previously and is presently
facing many challenges when it comes to racial and ethnic
diversity. Representing this diversity and being open to
talking about social problems are two incredible abilities
American students have when visiting BiH.
You can enjoy an extremely low
cost of living from housing to food
and entertainment while studying
at the American University in
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residing in Sarajevo, which offers
everything from opera, ballet,
theatre performances to film and jazz
festivals, you can enjoy the benefits
of living in a big city at a small cost.
As Mark Twain wrote in his famous book Innocents
Abroad: The New Pilgrims Progress ‘’Travel is fatal to
prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.’’ Likewise
meeting individuals from around the world can help
broaden the world view of some locals or offer hope and
encouragement for the majority of Bosnians that are open
minded and forward thinking.
Additionally, there are many volunteer opportunities and
needs for service projects and help around Sarajevo. If
you are interested in participating in such projects while
studying abroad in Bosnia and Herzegovina please
contact: [email protected]
Mandatory Fees Not Including Courses
Application fee
$40.00
Technology fee
$60.00
Transcript Fee
$30.00
Health Insurance
$100.00
Housing ($400 per month)
$800.00
Travel Excursions
$570.00
Total
$1,600.00
Courses and Housing
Cost Per Course
$385.00
5 Courses
Grand Total
$1,925.00
Total
$1,925.00
Total
$3,525.00
WELCOME TO
SARAJEVO
Address
International Admission / Study Abroad Office
Fra Anđela Zvizdovića 1
71000 Sarajevo
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Email
[email protected]
www.aubih.edu/en/studyabroad