Semester in
Budapest, Hungary
with Loyola Maryland & API
Your Semester in
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

University and Course Details
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Study at Corvinus University of Budapest, which is centrally-located on the Pest side of the Danube River.
Enroll in courses taught in English covering economics, business administration, public administration, and social sciences.
Taking the Introduction to Hungarian language course will deliver a truly, immersive experience.

Application Requirements
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Students must submit the following:
- Online Application
- Course Planning Form
To study abroad in the fall or spring of your junion year, these items must be submitted by 11:59 pm on the second Wednesday after Thanksgiving break of your sophomore year.

What's Included in the Program
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API prides itself on including as much as possible in our program fees to make sure that you have an enriching experience abroad.
- Pre-departure advising
- Tuition and transcripts
- Housing
- Excursions/Daytrips
- Medical Insurance
- …and more!

Study Abroad 101 Info Sessions
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In order to apply, all students must attend a live Study Abroad 101 Session before the application deadline.
Students are encouraged to attend program specific Information Session for any and all programs of interest.

Cultural Activities & Excursions
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Below is a list of sample activities/excursions that may be offered:
- Pécs: The monuments in Pécs reveal a long history of Roman, Ottoman and Habsburg influence.
- Danube Bend: Explore the palace on Castle Hill and domed Basilica in Esztergom, and the old capital city of Visegrád.
Szeged: Known as City of Sunshine, it is the cultural and economic center of southeastern Hungary and a thriving university town. - Ópusztaszer National Park: A 136-acre park dedicated to the history of Hungary and the culture.
- Szentendre: A 12th-century baroque town.
- Lake Balaton: The largest lake in Central Europe.

Housing in Budapest
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Semester students in Budapest live in chic, student dormitory-style housing with other API participants.
Students are given a single room with a private bathroom and basic kitchenette. Bed linens and wifi are provided.
Students are responsible for providing their own meals as these are not included in the program fee.
Financial Resources
For Your Global Experience

Financial Aid
Good news - you can use financial aid to study abroad! API accepts all forms of financial aid according to approval from your home university or organization.
Scholarships
- Early Bird: Available to all students!
- Need-based: Identify yourself as eligible when you apply for your API program
- Merit-based: Opportunities available for students with 3.5 GPA and above
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If you’re ready to apply, click below to begin your application.
Contact Your School
For more information on this program, or how to get the process started at Loyola, contact:
The Office of International Programs
Phone: 410-617-2910
Office: Humanities 132
Email: [email protected]

Why API
API offers best-in-class programming, with student well-being a high priority.
Our mission is to create better global citizens through international experiential learning. API programs are developed to be transformative, career-boosting experiences that include:
- Community involvement through optional volunteer programs with API Gives Back
- Cultural awareness through relevant coursework and time spent in multicultural student groups
- High-touch student support throughout the program
About API
Academic Programs International (API) was founded in 1997 and is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable experiential learning programs. Their extensive pre-departure preparation, coupled with strong support services on-site, facilitates academic, cultural and linguistic learning. Within the supportive environment of the API programs, API participants are encouraged to explore their host communities and become increasingly independent and confident in their own abilities. They strive to make international educational experiences accessible to as many participants as possible, and, as such, works to provide multiple program components at a low program cost.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
API is committed to providing enriching international experiences to its participants. We believe in the importance of promoting acceptance, dignity, and respect among people of all backgrounds. No matter who you are or where you come from, API will support you during your journey abroad.