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| Sponsored by the Department of Horticulture in the College
of Agriculture and Natural Resources, this new program focuses on
ornamental horticulture production, landscaping, and marketing n the
Netherlands and United Kingdom (specifically England). The Netherlands, known for production, marketing, and distribution of
ornamental plants, will serve as t first location of study.
Recognized for some of the world's most spectacular landscapes and garden
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| Where will I live? Tourist -class hotels or bed-and-breakfasts will be used for the
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Am I eligible? Students must be in good academic standing, with a grade point average of at least 2.00 at the time of application. Meeting this minimum grade point average does not however, guarantee admission - additional eligibility criteria may apply. Participation may be denied to an applicant whose conduct prior to
departure raises doubt that he or she would be allowed to participate in
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How much does it cost?
*The future fees are expected to increase due to additional class activities. Accommodations not included in the program fee for which participants will need to budget include:
Please check the OSA Web site for the 2003 program fee. Once enrolled in courses, students will receive a bill from the MSU Student Accounts Office for the study abroad program fee and tuition and fees, based on the number of credits taken. Program fees, dates, and arrangements may be subject to change due to unexpected circumstances.
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| How can I pay for it? Financial assistance is available when students make appropriate arrangements with OSA and MSU's Office of Financial Aid. All students planning must indicate their intentions on the study abroad application. Non-MSU students should check with their home institution's financial aid office. Additionally, students may apply for scholarships and grants offered through the Office of Study Abroad. Requirements are listed in the application instructions for each type of award. Deadlines to apply for these awards are October 1st for Winter Break and Spring Semester programs and February 1st for Summer, Fall and Academic Year programs. Many MSU colleges also have special study abroad scholarships. Check the OSA Web site under "Scholarships" and "You can't afford NOT to study abroad" for information on these and other funding ideas.
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| How do I apply? Students can apply for this program by completing a study abroad application (available at OSA and on the OSA Web site) and submitting it to 109 International Center.  Applications must be received by March 1st for summer programs. We strongly recommend that students apply early as programs may fill to capacity prior to this deadline. The selection of applicants is done on a rolling admission basis. Applicants are evaluated and considered for admission throughout the academic year based on the eligibility criteria for this program and not necessarily on a first-come, first-served basis. A $100 application fee is required. Students will receive a bill from the MSU Student Accounts Office for the application fee that is applied to the cost of the program and is non-refundable once a student has accepted admission into the program. Students who have accepted admission will also be billed for a non-refundable and non-transferable $200 deposit, also applied to the cost of the program. Students who wish to withdraw their application are required to notify the Office of Study Abroad, in writing, that they no longer intend to participate. Detailed information about application procedures, the acceptance process, pre-departure orientation, on-site logistics, and returning home will be provided in the Student Handbook which is given to students when they submit an application.
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| Do I need a passport or visa? A valid passport is required for entry into most foreign countries. Some countries may also require a visa. Students are responsible for inquiring about all entry requirements for this program, as well as other countries they plan to visit before or after this program. It is important for students to understand that them may be denied entry into, or be deported from, a country for which they have not obtained the required documentation.
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| Are there special health issues? It is strongly recommended that students consult with their personal physician or a travel clinic (e.g. MSU Travel Clinic) at least three months prior to their departure. Students need to ensure their routine  immunizations are up-to-date; inquire whether there are
recommended and/or required immunizations for the country/countries they
will visiting (including any countries they will visit that are not part
of this study abroad program's itinerary); and review educational issues
relevant to their personal health and well being.
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| Who can tell me more about this program?
Tom Fernandez Bradley Rowe
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| What else can I do?
Visit the OSA Web Site Come to a study abroad fair Talk with a Peer Advisor Read program evaluations Attend an info meeting Pick up an application OSA contact info: |
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Additional resources Office of Financial Aid MSU Travel Clinic Academic Advisers Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities Area Studies Centers
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s, England will complete the program offering a history
of plant
exploration, introduction, and evaluation dating back several centuries.
During our time abroad visits to Wageningen Agricultural University, the
Aalsmeer Flower Auction, commercial greenhouses and nurseries, retail
garden centers, and arboreta, botanic and public gardens will be included.
