1. Eötvös Loránd University Budapest, Hungary

2. Hungary “Szia”- means “hi” and “bye” in an informal manner Pronounced see-ah Located in East-Central Europe Bordered by Austria and Slovakia Officially known as the Republic of Hungary

3. Budapest Largest city in Hungary Located in Central Hungary Often called the “Pearl of the Danube” because of its beauty Official website of BudapestBudapest

4. How to Get There The most direct way to Budapest is to fly into Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) The largest of the country’s 5 international airports Located 16 kilometers southeast of the center of Budapest An airport shuttle bus is available to take passengers into the city Airport Shuttle Information

5. Transportation in the City Public transportation in Budapest is efficient, inexpensive, and runs in all the major tourist areas Combination of bus, trolley, tram, metro and train lines Public Transportation Information Public Transportation Information

6. Travel Trains connect Budapest with almost all countries in central and eastern Europe Trains will arrive at Budapest Keleti station unless state otherwise You can save some money by traveling with a Eurail PassEurail Pass Plane travel around Europe is surprisingly cheap Easy Jet and Ryan Air are the two of the most prevalent airlines Easy Jet Ryan Air Hungary’s national bus network is also a great way to travel within the country International Bus Lines are also available

7. Eötvös Loránd University Hungary’s Oldest and Largest University Founded in 1635 It is an elite institution of higher education Named after one of it professors, the world famous physicist, Loránd Eötvös Over the last hundred years, the university has had many world famous scientists and four Nobel Prize laureates among the teachers and alumni Current number of students has reached 32,000 and staff consists of 1800 teachers and researchers

8. Admissions Application Deadlines for Admission Fall Semester: Late May Spring Semester: Late October Download the Application for the different Faculties onlineApplication 6 Students for 2 semesters can be accepted from the MAUI Program Orientation Autumn: Mid-September Spring: Mid-February Tuition costs vary between the level of programs From preparatory starting at 1600 Euros to PhD levels up to 5500 Euros Updated Tuition fees

9. Programs The university currently has eight faculties or colleges Science, Informatics, Law and Political Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences, Education and Psychology, Elementary and Nursery School Teacher Training, and Bárczi Gusztáv Faculty of Special Education Eötvös Loránd University offers degree programs at undergraduate, graduate, and post graduate levels Wide range of classes are available in English

10. Academic Information Eötvös Loránd University- Official WebsiteOfficial Website Academic Calendar Autumn: September to December Spring: February to May Updated Academic Calendar Examination Periods Autumn: December to end of January Spring: May to mid-July

11. Language Hungarian is the main language of Hungary Best way to learn is to talk to some Hungarian people! 5% of courses at the college are taught in foreign languages which include English Courses in English and German LanguageEnglish and German Language A language test certificate is not required The Foreign Language Training Institute of Eötvös Loránd University provides a preparatory training program in English and Hungarian languages

12. Housing Student can be placed in student residence halls once they are accepted Apply by sending an email to Mr. Tibor Seifert at seifert@kollegium.elte.huseifert@kollegium.elte.hu Include in the e-mail your personal data, date of arrival, and the date you plan to leave Student Residence Halls Private housing in Budapest is also an option Housing Office A Hungarian Student helper can be provided for an incoming exchange student by contacting the Mentor System at esnelte.mentor@gmail.comesnelte.mentor@gmail.com Housing applications should be turned in as soon as possible because the residence halls are usually overbooked

13. Cost Estimates The forint (HUF) is the currency of Hungary The Euro is also used; approximately 1 Euro= 300 Forints Student Residence Halls: 26,000 HUF Renting a flat: 40,000 HUF Meals: 60,000 HUF Local Transportation: 3,000 HUF Other expenses: 30,000 HUF Total: 159,000 HUF per month Approximately 700 USD per month

14. Crime and Security Budapest is a relatively safe city, but it is still a large city Be aware of your belongings and the people around you Pick-pocketers usually target tourist areas Avoid demonstrations or political rallies These can sometimes turn violent Always carry your passport with you A photocopy is NOT a valid substitute and you can be fined for not carrying your passport with you Check for updated information about crime and security at Travel.State.Gov Travel.State.Gov

15. Alcohol Related Crime Many crimes involve alcohol Robbery, physical and sexual assault Recent scams in Hungary occur in bars where drinks cost hundreds of dollars Make sure you see a menu with listed prices and never leave your drink alone with anyone Carry minimal cash and a cell phone to communicate Stay in groups or pairs Call a cab

16. What to Bring Appropriate Clothing Try to blend into the culture around you; this will avoid unwanted attention Hungary has a continental climate with cold winters and hot summers; pack appropriately for the season Communication Cell phones are always a good thing to have Don’t bring valuables Items can be stolen Don’t bring unneeded items You will definitely have more luggage coming home than you did going there so be prepared to make some room

17. Documentation Passport Required for any travel abroad Required to obtain a visa Must be carried with you at all times in Hungary Apply for a Passport Student Visa Required for people staying in the country 90 days or more according to the Schengen Agreement Information for Documentation in Hungary Information for Travelers

18. Helpful Websites Travel.State.Gov Handy travel tool to find out requirements and security issues about any country Eötvös Loránd University Official Website in English TripAdvisor Offers a lot of information from other travelers who have already experienced the area

19. Contacts The US Embassy in Budapest - Szabadság tér 12 H-1054 Budapest Telephone: (36)(1) 475-4400 After-hours emergency calls -- for U.S. citizens only: (36)(1) 475- 4703/4924 Utrecht Contact Person Anita Horváth ELTE Rector’s Secretariat Szerb u. 21- 23. Budapest 1056 HUNGARY hanita@ludens.elte.hu Contact for Incoming Students Márton Bélik ELTE RH NKMO Belik.marton@rekthiv.elt e.hu +361 – 411- 65- 00 ELTE RH NKMO Szerb u. 21- 23. Budapest 1056 HUNGARY