Thermal springs which feed the spa resorts of Badgastein and Bad Hofgastein in the Gastein Valley enjoy an international reputation. With its imposing architectural tradition and magnificent Alpine scenery, Salzburg affords students a unique educational experience. A Language Proficiency exam may be administered for program acceptance. Matriculated students at Longwood are eligible to study for a year, a semester, or during the six-week summer session. Under the guidance of the Resident Director, students select lectures, tutorials, and seminars equivalent to a full course load at Longwood.
Students are able to take a full course load equivalent at home institutions.
Transfer of credit and grades is subject to the policies of the home institutions. Students are housed in either residence halls or rent private rooms in or near Salzburg. The Resident Director assists students in locating their housing upon arrival. A good selection of housing is usually available. Longwood College requires that all students apply through Longwood demonstrate health insurance coverage prior to departure.