International Mass Communication in Croatia Study Abroad
International Mass
Communication in Croatia
overview
overview
Join us for an intensive, exhilarating and immersive experience in Croatia, studying international mass communication. Travel to Zagreb, Split, and Dubrovnik during this amazing Maymester program!
During this course you will:
- Learn about international communication processes directly in the field.
- Come to a greater understanding of the historical significance of sites throughout Croatia.
- Visit local media organizations, and connect with media practitioners and academics.
- Spend days immersed in international communication, sightseeing and enjoying Croatian capital Zagreb and the beautiful Croatian coast.
- Have the opportunity to travel to nearby European countries and Croatian islands.
LEARN MORE: Attend an information session this Fall.
o Monday, September 8, 2025 – 4-5 p.m. (PAF Conference room – 239 – 2nd floor)
—or—
o Friday, October 17, 2025 – 3-4 p.m. (Studio 100)
Students will arrive in Zagreb, Croatia on May 31, 2026. The students will depart from Dubrovnik, Croatia on June 20, 2026 (At this time, the departure date is subject to change until further notice). Exact dates in each city (Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik) are TBD at this time.
This course will explore patterns of international communication formation including its historical, theoretical and practical implications. Through lectures, guest lectures, travel, excursions and social activities, students will analyze international communication processes in the context of Central Europe through both theoretical and practical perspectives. Emphasis will also be on the role of culture in international communication processes. Students will receive 3 credit hours of upper-electives.
Any currently enrolled undergraduate college student is eligible to apply. Strong candidates include students who are passionate and interested in learning about other cultures and communication processes across national borders. They have a high level of personal responsibility and genuine interest in the educational aspect of this program.
Apply
Applications for study away in Summer 2026 will open at the start of Fall Semester and are due before midnight, Monday, November 3, 2025.
Costs & Logistics
The program costs vary from year to year depending on number of students enrolled, exchange rates and logistical changes. The ESTIMATED program fee for Summer 2026 has not been determined at this time and is subject to change from what is advertised to students until all students are accepted and committed to the program. The PROGRAM FEE for Summer 2025 was $4,875 (this includes the $300 security deposit paid upon acceptance to the program).
In addition to the program fee, students are expected to pay 3 hours of In-state tuition and UGA Mandatory Fees through their Athena student accounts after registration. The HOPE and Zell Miller scholarships can be applied towards TUITION only if applicable. **non-UGA transient students may have an additional $250 fee upon registration**
Program fee includes:
- Lodging in hotels or student dorms in each City (Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik)
- Travel Health Insurance through UGA
- A welcome dinner, closing dinner, daily breakfast, and misc. lunches.
- Excursions and educational venues
- Guest Speakers and site visits
- Transportation to all program related activities
- A dedicated classroom with WiFi access
Program fee does not include:
3 hours of in-state tuition and UGA mandatory fees (see UGA’s website for up-to-date tuition rates for 2025).
- One-way airfare from the U.S. to Zagreb and one-way airfare from Dubrovnik to the U.S.
- Meals other than the welcome and closing dinner (and breakfast at hotels)
- Books – if applicable
- Personal weekend travel
- International data plan for your U.S. cell phone. This is a requirement.
Students could expect to spend around $25-35/day for costs not covered by the program fee, depending on personal spending habits.
Program Faculty & Staff
Dr. Ivanka Pjesivac
Head, Department of Journalism; Director, James M. Cox Jr. Center for International Mass Communication Training and Research; Associate Professor
Amy Hicks
Global Studies Program Manager