Shadow physicians in teaching hospitals in Croatia for 20 hours per week in partnership with the Atlantis program. We plan to offer placements in Zagreb, however, the final site is subject to change in the event of unanticipated circumstances. You will rotate through four departments in the local hospital observing physicians and residents in a variety of medical fields.
The online internship course will allow you to reflect on your experiences and earn 3 UF credits graded S/U. Each week you will also participate in a cultural excursion of regional or historical interest, enjoying the beauty of Croatia and learning about Croatian culture.
Application Deadline
Priority deadline: September 15
Final deadline: October 25
Application Process
Student who submit a complete application by the priority deadline are given priority. A select number of reviewed students are invited to meet with the program directors. Depending on the number of applications we receive, we may not be able to invite all applicants. After meeting with a program director, you will be told whether you are accepted to the program or would like to be on a waitlist. If the program does not fill with students who applied by the priority deadline, remaining applicants will be reviewed. You are strongly encouraged to apply by the priority deadline.
Program Dates
Summer 2025: May 10 – June 6, 2025
Academics
The course is taught online by UF faculty.
IDS4944 – Healthcare in Croatia Internship (3 UF credits, graded S/U)
- This online course in Canvas will run the full UF Summer A term even though the shadowing component only lasts for 4 weeks.
- This course is graded S/U.
Eligibility
- Open to all majors.
- 2.5 GPA.
- No language requirement.
- All applicants must submit an essay and complete an interview with the program director.
- All applicants must have a passport valid for at least 6 months past the program end date.
Estimated Program Fee
Student Program Fee: TBD
Once acceptance has been confirmed, a non-refundable deposit of $395 will be due and collected by November 15th. Deposits will be applied towards total program fees.
Program cost includes:
- Pre-departure support from Atlantis staff (pre-departure orientation, logistics consultation, and international travel resources.
- Shadowing placement for 20 hours per week.
- Tuition for 3 UF credits.
- On-site housing.
- 24/7 Local Staff Support.
- On-site and hospital orientation sessions.
- Transportation to and from the hospital daily as well as transportation for group meals and Atlantis-coordinated excursions.
- Breakfasts.
- Three group meals per week.
- Weekly excursions.
- Wi-fi access in housing (often not high-speed internet).
- International Health Insurance.
Not included:
- Airfare.
- Airport transfer.
- International cell phone service.
- Additional personal travel and personal expenses.
Housing
Students will be housed in furnished hostels, apartments, hotels, or student housing in shared rooms. Housing details including housing type will not be available until a few weeks before departure. Air-conditioning is not common in European housing and is generally not available.
Activities
This program includes one cultural excursion per-week in the surrounding area. Exact excursion locations are determined each week while on the program, accounting for local weather conditions and may not be available prior.
Pre-Departure Information
Once your application is approved you will receive more information on the next steps. We will offer multiple pre-departure sessions before you go as well as on-site orientations once you arrive in Croatia.
Withdrawal Policy (subject to change)
Please see the UF International Center’s policies on cancellation and withdrawal. You are responsible for knowing payment and withdraw deadlines.
Contact Information
Study Abroad Advisor
Jess Mercier
352-294-3335
jmercier@ufic.ufl.edu
Program Director
Brittany Hoover
bhoover@advising.ufl.edu
