The report, in combination with a written evaluation by the work supervisor, will be determining factors in the ultimate internship grade. The first two weeks of the program are devoted to orientation. During the first week students are housed in the orientation hotel before moving to permanent housing in the second week. Cultural and social activities are held to acquaint students with each other and with Brussels. All aspects of the program are covered in detail during orientation and particular emphasis is given to familiarizing students with the major European institutions.
All students live in shared apartments in Brussels, splitting the rent and associated costs.
The Brussels program staff helps students to locate and secure accommodation during the orientation period. Home stays are not available in Brussels. If a student withdraws during the semester, the balance of the fee for board and lodging that remains will be refunded. Most forms of regular financial aid are applicable. Scholarships, federal grants and student loans awarded on a cash basis that are normally applicable to campus programs can be applied to program costs.