Please read the questions below for helpful information on how the ISYE Europe Program works. These answers should provide clarity on what to expect, but if you have further questions, don't hesitate to reach out to the ISYE Europe team at europe@gatech.edu.

· Q: Will we have any free time? How much?

On the program you will spend Monday through Thursday in class during the day with the evenings free, but keep in mind that there will be take-home assignments as you are participating in a rigorous course schedule. On Fridays there are no classes, so you get to spend most of the three-day weekends throughout the program as you would like. The exception is a few weekend day trips we will go on as a group which we hope you will enjoy as well!

· Q: How much hiking/walking is involved on this trip?

Much of your education takes place in the classroom, but you may have a few “field trips” in the city in which you will walk to important monuments and sites. Outside of class, you will have access to the bus system as your primary form of transportation. We are in cities and walking is a must. You will walk a lot on this program.

· Q: What do the academics look like?

You will be taking 12 credit hours on this program with three of the four courses contributing to ISyE major coursework. Each class is taught on its own during a 2.5-week period with three to four hours of in-class time per day. Our courses can be quite rigorous and challenging, but you learn a lot! The group will be taking the same course at the same time, so you will have plenty of people to study with as well as frequent access to the professor as classes are small (<35 students) in size. You’ll have essays, quizzes, exams, and other homework assignments. Typically, something is due about every other day during the program.

· Q: What are the accommodations like?

We will be staying in on-campus accommodation at both the universities where we will be studying. You will be in an apartment of 4 or 6 students, each with an individual room and a shared common area with a kitchen. Basic cooking utensils, linens, and towels are

provided as well. Laundry facilities are in a separate building on-campus on a pay-per-load basis.

· Q: Can I check my suitcase/what are the restrictions on luggage?

Yes, there is a packing list that we will provide you. You are allowed one checked luggage and one daypack (1 suitcase that is maximum 52oo cubic inches), so it's best to pack light! This is to ensure there’s enough space on the coach buses. There will be laundry facilities available throughout the program, but please note that you’ll likely need to pay for laundry with local currency.

· Q: How much does this program cost? 

An estimated cost breakdown is provided as part of the application process on the website. There is no group flight, arrival and return flights must be paid individually (not via your GT student account), but the airfare from Dublin to Istanbul is part of the program charge and group flight. Tuition, fees, and the remainder of the program fee will be charged to your GT student account after registration.

· Q: Where can I get food? Do you go out to eat? Cook at the dorm?

There are a variety of options when it comes to food. During the week, campus has several cafeteria style and to-go dining options. Also, you can take the bus into the city or a nearby town for a greater variety of options and restaurants. If you prefer cooking, the accommodation comes with a full kitchen and basic cooking tools. Several supermarkets are available for a short bus ride away for whatever you would like to make.

· Q: How long does the program spend in Dublin and Istanbul?

The program typically lasts 11 weeks with the first half spent in Dublin and the second half in Istanbul.

· Q: How many people typically go on this study abroad program?

The number varies year-to-year, but in general we are a small group with 24-35 students. This allows you to develop a close relationship with your peers as well as room for discussion and in-depth learning in a classroom setting.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about the information presented here or any other aspect of the program, please do not hesitate to contact us via email at europe@gatech.edu.