Embark on a journey of a lifetime for an entire semester in Kraków, Poland. It's not your typical study abroad program. From academics to community, from faith to adventure, it's designed to shape your whole person. The JP2 Project offers an all-inclusive package, which covers everything from your stay, meals, tuition, books, and even some incredible excursions.
Who, When & How?
Who can join? Undergraduate students from any university, between the ages of 18 and 29, who are ready to embrace the beauty and challenge of a life-transforming experience. Chances for graduate and gap year students!
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When are programs held?Full semester programs are about 3.5 months and the summer program is 6-weeks. Spring runs from February to May, Summer runs from May to June and Fall runs from September to December.
Stay tuned for 2021 date announcements! |
How do I apply?1) Apply online directly through our site! Spring 2021 applications are open NOW and Summer 2021 applications open on November 9!
2) Apply through your university if we're affiliated. For more information, contact us! |
THE PACKAGE
THE VITALS |
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Housing Rent & Utilities at our residence in the Be Not Afraid- John Paul II Center
Meals Breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week
Insurance Abroad medical insurance for your entire stay
Transportation Public transportation passes each month
Airport Service Pick up and drop off upon your arrival & departure
Laundry Laundry service each week of your stay
Supplies Basic cleaning supplies & toiletries, so you are clean!
Admin Fees To keep the program running
THE GOOD STUFF |
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Tuition For all your classes at the Pontifical University of John Paul II
Books Book rental fee, so you don't have to fill your suitcase with books!
Printing For academic and travel purposes
Activities Cultural experiences and student initiatives
Local tours Encounter awesome historical sites of Krakow
Pilgrimages & Excursions Includes the outdoor mountain retreat, pilgrimage to the Marian Shrine of Czestachowa, visit to the capital of Warsaw, tour of Auschwitz Concentration Camp and tour of Wadowice: John Paul II's home town!
"I have been reminded that God delights in my story, brought me here for a reason, and to draw me deeper."
- Rachel (Summer Study Abroad 2018) |
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Featured Courses 2021
Spring Options |
Summer Options |
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1. HIST of ART 301: Great Ages of Krakow Architecture
2. THEO 304: John Paul II's Theology of the Body 3. THEO 310: Morality, Virtue & Human Flourishing 4. PHIL 301: Philosophy of Karol Wojtyla/JP2 5. PHIL 325: Contemporary Ethics- Selected Issues 6. COM 302: Communications Inside & Outside the Church- JP2 & Francis 7. POL 300: Polish Language and Culture |
1. HIST of ART 330/THEO 330: History of Faith & Culture in Poland
2. PSYC 415: Personalist Psychology of Karol Wojtyła/John Paul II 3. THEO 300: Catholic Spirituality & The Influence of John Paul II 4. COM 302: Communications Inside & Outside the Church- JP2 & Francis |
