Incoming Global Scholar Students from other RIT Campuses
Welcome to the RIT Global Scholars Program at RIT Kosovo, where your educational journey transcends borders, blending academic excellence with the rich cultural tapestry of Kosovo. As an incoming student, you're not just joining a program; you're becoming part of a community that celebrates diversity, fosters innovation, and embraces a global perspective.Prishtina, the capital of Kosovo which also hosts the campus is a youthful and vibrant city with more than 27% of its population falling between the ages of 15 and 29.
RIT Kosovo, nestled in the heart of Southeast Europe, offers a unique experience where history, tradition, and cutting-edge education converge. Our campus, located in the vibrant city of Pristina, provides a welcoming environment for personal and intellectual growth. Explore the breathtaking landscapes, engage with the warm and resilient community, and immerse yourself in the unique blend of history and modernity that defines Kosovo.
As a Global Scholar at RIT Kosovo, you'll gain more than just a degree; you'll cultivate a global mindset, develop cross-cultural competencies, and form connections that will last a lifetime. Get ready to embark on an enriching journey of academic excellence and cultural exploration, where Kosovo becomes not just a destination but a part of your transformative educational experience.
Welcome to RIT Kosovo's Global Scholars Program—a global education with a Kosovo twist.
Application Process
Make an appointment with a study abroad advisor at your home campus to go over the required application steps. Fill out the online Application Form
Students from the Rochester campus should start an application in the Compass and contact Name and Last Name, Study Abroad Advisor at RIT Global at EMAIL to set up an appointment.
Housing and Dining
RIT Kosovo (A.U.K) provides campus housing accommodation for its students. The student dorm, located on the campus, has been built to offer a comfortable living area for the students. There are 8 apartments available in the university hostel. Each one of the apartments has the capacity to accommodate 2 to 3 students. Within the apartment, there is a sleeping area, a shared hall, a kitchen and a toilet. There is no specific area for studying, since the hostel is located within the campus, and students have easy access to the University library.
Each apartment contains:
- 3 beds, each with a set of sheets, a pillow, blanket and quilt.
- Wardrobe
- Living Space with satellite TV
- Cleaning equipment
- Wi-Fi connection
Students who are eligible to take advantage of this opportunity are female students. The selection of the residents will be based on the distance of their hometowns from Prishtina. With limited hostel accommodation we wish to help those students with the greatest need for being on campus. We anticipate that the accommodation will primarily be for those students who are new to living in Kosovo.
Male students are required to search for private-owned apartments around Prishtina.
Dining options for study abroad students and places to buy food include smaller mini-markets, supermarkets, fresh green markets, restaurants, fast foods, deliveries and many more places.
Each student will receive a handbook at the Orientation, containing dining suggestions.
Course Work
The programs and curriculum at RIT Kosovo are fully aligned with the high standards of education of RIT. All classes are held in English and faculty members are American and European professors with rich academic and professional experience. The quality of Rochester Institute of Technology has been recognized by respected world-known organizations and media.
RIT Kosovo (A.U.K) offers two undergraduate degrees: 1. Bachelor of Science in Applied Arts and Sciences:
- Energy Policy Studies
- Management and Entrepreneurship
- Public Policy
- Security Studies
- Graphic Design and Multimedia
- Economics and Statistics
- Web and Mobile Computing 2. Bachelor of Science in Computing and Information Technologies.
- Networking and Communications
- Web Development
Students typically take between 12 and 15 credits (4 or 5 courses) during their academic semester abroad. Your department advisor can review and pre-approve the RIT courses offered to ensure that you stay on track with your individual degree program. The academic calendar closely follows the RIT calendar and consists of 2 semesters and a summer semester.
The course descriptions for classes offered at RIT Kosovo can be found on SIS. Change the location at the bottom of the search page to the appropriate campus to display the course offerings.
Kosovar Visa
Your student visa is an official government document that temporarily authorizes you to be in the country you are traveling to. Prior to applying for study abroad; please make sure to check the expiration date on your passport. Visa approval requires that your passport be valid for a minimum of six months past the end date of your program. All incoming students will get assistance and support during this process from RIT Kosovo. Countries that can enter Kosovo without a visa can be found here.
Special Categories Exempted from Visa Requirements
The exemption from the visa requirement applies also to the following categories:
- Citizens of the countries which are required to obtain a visa for Kosovo but hold a biometric valid residence permit issued by one of the Schengen member states or a valid multi-entry Schengen Visa are exempt from the requirement to obtain a Visa to enter, transit, or stay in the territory of the Republic of Kosovo for up to 15 days.
- Citizens of: EU and Schengen Zone Member States; Holy See; Principality of Andorra; Principality of Monaco; Republic of San Marino, Republic of Albania, Montenegro, and Republic of Serbia are allowed to enter, transit, and stay in Kosovo for up to 90 days for a six-months period with a valid biometric identification card.
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports issued by Russian Federation States, People’s Republic of China, Egypt, Indonesia and Ukraine shall be allowed to enter transit or stay up to 15 days in the territory of the Republic of Kosovo.
- Holders of valid travel documents issued by Special Administrative Regions of People’s Republic of China: Hong Kong and Macao are exempted from the obligation to obtain a visa.
- Holders of travel documents issued by Taiwan shall be exempted from the obligation to obtain a visa provided that they preliminarily notify the Diplomatic or Consular Mission of the Republic of Kosovo.
- Holders of Travel documents issued by EU Member States, Schengen zone States, United States of America, Canada, Australia and Japan based on the 1951 Convention on Refugee Status or the 1954 Convention on the Status of Stateless Persons, as well as holders of valid travel documents for foreigners, may enter, pass through the territory and stay in the Republic of Kosovo up to 15 days without a visa.
- Holders of Laissez-Passer, regardless of their nationality, issued by United Nations Organizations, NATO, OSCE, Council of Europe and European Union, are also exempt from the visa requirement.
There are two types of visas:
- Visa for short-term stay (less than three months)
- Visa for long-term stay (more than three months)
Please be aware of the timelines for the type of visa you apply for. Official information regarding both short and long–term visas can be found here.
Student Life
The Student Government is a self-governing organization for and for the students of RIT Kosovo. The Student Government works to improve the quality of student life at RIT Kosovo. The RIT Kosovo Student Government represents all RIT Kosovo students. You can contact RIT Kosovo Student Government at studentgov@auk.org. Extracurricular activities, socializing and having fun are important part of studying at RIT Kosovo. Take the opportunity and enrich your experience by participating in rich student life through engaging in different student clubs.
3. Outgoing Global Scholar Students from RIT Kosovo
RIT Global Scholars program is a unique opportunity for RIT Kosovo students to study up for up to two semesters at RIT Campuses in Rochester, Dubai, Croatia or China. By taking part in the RIT Global Scholar program, you will expand your knowledge, explore new and exciting cultures, study in a dynamic and multicultural environment, and form new friendships.
Advantages of the Program
Academic
Earn credits that count towards your degree program. Courses listed on your RIT Kosovo transcript. All classes taught in English by American and International faculty. Excellent Support Receive personal guidance, program advising, and step-by-step visa instructions from your RIT Kosovo campus advisor and the RIT Global/Dubai/Croatia staff. In-country orientation from the RIT Global/Dubai staff when you arrive.
Seamless and Easy
RIT & RIT Dubai use the same online tools such as SIS, My Courses, and the Wallace Center. Classes listed on SIS, so students can view upcoming courses online. No transfer credit – all courses are RIT credits. Class registration processed by your home campus advisor and the main campus academic advisor. RIT, RIT Dubai and RIT Croatia follow a semester schedule similar to your home campus.
Contact details
The program is currently open only to matriculated students. Please contact RIT Kosovo’s International Student Office at gymeri@auk.org for questions related to the RIT Global Scholars Program and/or your academic advisor regarding your academic plan.