Student Mobility

Why UNO?

Open to all LFUI students

Full support during application and stay

Student Exchange or Research Stay

In-State Studiengebühren

Various Options for Funding or Financial Support available

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Located in southeastern Louisiana, New Orleans is renowned for its eclectic blend of French, Spanish, African, and American influences, which shape everything from its architecture to its music and cuisine. The area is steeped in history, open to providing a deeper understanding of the region’s complex past.
As one of the oldest US cities, New Orleans' historic neighborhoods showcase picturesque streets lined with wrought-iron balconies, colorful Creole townhouses, and centuries-old landmarks. By day, visitors can explore world-class museums, historic cemeteries, and lively markets. By night, the city comes alive with its legendary jazz clubs and nightlife scene. New Orleans is famous for it's celebrations and the city hosts numerous festivals throughout the year, reflecting its deep love for music and community.
Food lovers are drawn to the city for its distinctive culinary traditions, drawing from all it's cultural influences, prominently featuring spices and sea food but limiting itself to nothing.

New Orleans is set in a unique natural environment that greatly shapes its character. Nestled along the Mississippi River and bordered by Lake Pontchartrain to the north, the city is surrounded by a network of wetlands, bayous, rivers, and lakes that provide a rich tapestry of ecosystems, that are home to diverse wildlife. It's proximity to water defines the landscape, lifestyle, and even the challenges the region faces. Swamp tours, fishing, and boating are popular activities.

New Orleans stands out as the greenest metropolis in the United States, with 26% of its land dedicated to parks and recreational spaces. The city boasts an impressive 215 parks, offering abundant opportunities for outdoor activities and providing expansive areas for recreation, shaded by the famous and humongous Virginia oaks and featuring lagoons, botanical gardens, and trails.

At its heart, New Orleans is a place of resilience, creativity, and joie de vivre. Its people—known for their warmth, humor, and deep pride in their heritage—are the lifeblood of this dynamic, soulful city. Whether you're drawn by its history, music, cuisine, or festivals, New Orleans offers an experience that leaves a lasting impression.

Full Year

Academic Year

  • August - May
  • Application Period: January - February

Semester

Fall Semester

  • August - December
  • Application Period: November - February

Spring Semester

  • January to May
  • Application Period: May - Juli

Naturally, every exchange student has different priorities and therefore different expenses; much depends on leisure activities and the courses chosen.

Here is an example of expected expenses:

  • €5500   Tuition*
  • €350     Visa
  • €3500   Housing
  • €1200   Flights
  • €500     Insurance
  • €2500   Groceries
  • ?            Textbooks and Course Expenses
  • ?            Leisure Expenses
  • ?            Travel expenses
  • ?            Public Transport/Taxi/Uber

During the Application a one-time confirmation of the amount of $14.000 must be submitted. This is a visa requirement and therefore mandatory; however this amount does not need to remain in the specified account until the end of the exchange.**

*The expected tuition fees depend on various factors and can therefore only be estimated. More information can be found under Step 9: Course Selection and Credit Transfer.
**More information can be found under Step 4: Documentation of Financial Support.

A key requirement for participating in the exchange is the transferability of the courses completed abroad. In principle, students can take any course offered by UNO, meaning that students whose fields of study are not offered at UNO are also eligible to participate. However, to complete a degree, students must fulfill specific ECTS requirements and complete certain mandatory courses. For these LFUI courses, an equivalent must be found in UNO's course catalog.

Electives are particularly well-suited for an exchange, so it’s advisable to keep these open.*

*More information can be found under Step 9: Course Selection and Credit Transfer.

New Orleans is located in a subtropical climate zone, meaning that students can expect hot summers with high humidity and mild winters. Buildings, including those at the University of New Orleans, are typically equipped with air conditioning to ensure comfort indoors.

The region's unique ecosystems supports a variety of wildlife exotic to Europeans, including reptiles like turtles or alligators and insects tend to be larger than in Austria. While these creatures are typically more common in nature or outdoor areas and less frequent in the urban center or on campus, they may be encountered from time to time. There are plenty of resources available for students to learn more about the local environment and how to coexist with its natural inhabitants.

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