England - May 30-June 10, 2006

Travel from Edinburgh to London by coach will provide an opportunity to view the British countryside. Within the city almost all major points of interest will be visited: Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, The National Gallery, The Tate Gallery, Hyde Park and its Speaker’s Corner, Saint Paul’s Cathedral,

The Bank of England and Westminster Cathedral. A day trip will be made to Bath and Stonehenge. Everyone taking classes will be able to participate in all scheduled activities. Some afternoons are set aside for museum visits and shopping.

Ireland - June 16-20, 2006

In Dublin, all points of major historical interest will be visited: Dublin Castle, National Art Gallery, Christ Church and Saint Patrick’s Cathedrals, Trinity College, Saint Stephen’s Green. The world famous Abbey Theater will be one of the evening options. Time will be set aside for shopping. The Republic of Ireland is one of the most scenic nations in the world and the program visits several scenic locations--weather permitting--in Glendalough in County Wicklow and other great sites. Courses are normally initiated during this portion of the trip.

It is not necessary to return with the group on June 16, 2006. A later return on a regularly scheduled airline can be arranged in advance, although this may involve an increase in air travel costs. Arrangements may also be made for travel to other parts of Europe if an individual or group so desires. These alternate travel arrangements must be completed by March 1 through our coordinator, Outlook International.

The European Summer Study Program is open to all college or university students as well as alumnae or friends and relatives of participants. In addition to students from Saint Mary’s College and the University of Notre Dame, students from the following schools have also participated in the program.

University of Alabama, Albion College, University of Arizona, Boston college, Central Michigan University, Chatham College, Coker College, University of Colorado, Colorado State University, Cornell University, University of Dayton, Duke University, Fairfield University, Florida State University, Georgetown University, Holy Cross College, University of Illinois, Indiana Universities at Bloomington and South Bend, Iowa State University, University of Iowa, Johns Hopkins University, University of Kentucky, Le Moyne College, Loyola University New Orleans, Marquette University, University of Michigan, Michigan State University, Milikin University, Northern Michigan University, University of Miami, University of North Carolina, Puget Sound University, Purdue University, Rollins college, San Diego State University, Santa Clara University, Texas A & M University, Tri-State University, Tulane University, University of Utah, Vanderbilt University, Western Kentucky University, and University of Wisconsin.

Any student may register for one or more of the courses offered and take up to a maximum of six credits. Preferably registration should be completed before the trip begins. The last day to add or drop classes, or to make credit changes is TBD. The cost of $150 per credit hour is payable to the Business Office at Saint Mary’s College. The courses are offered for two credits, with a third credit available in each course through additional written assignments or special projects to be specified by the instructor. Almost all colleges and universities require that courses which are transferred be for three credits.

The approximate fee for the trip is $5,195 and covers all air, land and sea travel from Chicago (return) and within France, Britain and Ireland. All breakfasts, and two evening meals are also included. Tuition is not included. Other eating expenses should be about $500-$600. The fee also includes admission to Dublin Castle, Kilmainham Prison, Trinity College and the Book of Kells, Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace (when open), Stonehenge, Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Saint Paul’s, and Bath.

Apart from personal expenses, any additional expenses to the student would be minimal (less than $150 for taxis, subways, etc.). Expenses are based upon the existing air and land transportation schedules, and international currency rates prevailing on August 31, 2005. In the event of a significant change in world price structures or airline fares, minor revisions would have to be made in the cost of the trip.

Saint Mary’s College and its agents act only as agents and are not liable for any injury or
damage incurred during the program.

If circumstances deem it necessary, the College reserves the right to make changes in the itinerary of this program. Your payment of the required deposit constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions of this program. A copy of the terms and conditions of this program will be made available to each participant.

Enrollment in the program is on a first come basis. A $500 norefundable deposit will secure a place in the program and is due by March 1. After March 1, the $500 deposit will be due at the time of enrollment as will any fees listed below which are due at or prior to that time. Airfare is payable by March 17 and is non-refundable (all air travel is on regularly scheduled flights with major airlines). All fees must be paid by May 1. In the event of over enrollment, participants will be accepted in the order of the payment of their deposits with preference given to those students registered for at least one course. Deposits, fees, airfare and tuition are payable to Saint Mary’s College (please indicate "European Summer Study Program" on your check). Payment should be sent to Saint Mary’s College, Student Accounts, Business Office, Le Mans Hall, Notre Dame, Indiana 46556.