Numerous institutes of the university are housed in the small, medieval-like center of the city. The central administration of the university is located in a castle on the Hindenburgplatz. A wide net of bicycle paths makes it possible for cyclists to make outings to the green surroundings of the city. There are excursions during the first two months of the program, as well as weekly cultural activities, such as visits to museums, castles, walks through historic neighborhoods and film screenings. These activities help students to come to a deeper understanding of the German culture and way of life through experiences outside the classroom.
Housing Living with German hosts during the term is an integral part of the program.
Students complete a housing questionnaire as part of their application, and are carefully matched with families, single adults or students who are eager to welcome students from the U.S. into their homes. A student can choose which meals to share with a family or private person. A student is responsible for his own meals in a student co-op. In most cases, students will be entering a culture that is unfamiliar to them, and they will need to interact with the people they meet with respect and a willingness to learn about a different way of life. Candidates for the Rollins in Munster program should have at least sophomore status, and be in good social and academic standing at their home institution.