Arts+Sciences (University College London)

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Dates

Sep 19 - Dec 14, 2024

12 weeks

Costs

$27,950 See Full Breakdown

Credit

16 semester hours

24 quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

March 15, 2024

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Dates

Sep 20 - Dec 16, 2023

13 weeks

Costs

$26,450 See Full Breakdown

Credit

16 semester hours

24 quarter hours

Eligibility

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Dates

TBD

Costs

$54,900 See Full Breakdown

Credit

16 semester hours

24 quarter hours

Eligibility

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University College London is one of CIEE's top-ranked partner schools and is internationally renowned for its reputation in teaching and research. From arts and humanities to social science, history, and STEM, you'll find challenging coursework across various academic disciplines to advance your degree. Outside the classroom, you will have every opportunity to participate in co-curricular activities and excursions organized by CIEE beyond the city to ensure you have an enriching experience of living and studying in England's most famous city.

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Unique Experiences

LIVE IN THE HEART OF LONDON

UCL is located in Bloomsbury, the academic heart of London. It is surrounded by academic and professional institutions, parks and museums.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF

more than 120 student clubs and societies and a dynamic volunteering unit.

TAKE CLASSES IN

arts and humanities, engineering, law, architecture and design, history and sciences with students from more than 140 countries.

6,138

RESTAURANTS

8,500

RED DOUBLE-DECKER BUSES

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

Your Destination

London’s history stretches back to the Romans and houses four World Heritage Sites, world-renowned museums, and gorgeous parks. A contemporary global city, London is home to almost 9 million people from all over the world, is a major financial center, and is a leading hub for the arts. Students enjoy discovering London’s many eclectic neighborhoods and activities.
Students walk or take London’s Underground to get to and from housing and UCL’s campus.

CIEE London is just around the corner from UCL in a beautiful Georgian square tucked up against the British Museum. It has a lounge, cafe, and study areas and from our doorstep, you can be at the British Library in 10 minutes, enjoying a picnic in St James’s Park in 15 minutes, or at the London Eye in 20 minutes.

CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in London.

The Culture

Excursions & Activities

Join us on one of our day trips out of London as we visit Oxford, Cambridge, Bath and the beach at Brighton.
Explore London’s highlights - the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, the British Museum, East London’s street art scene, and more.
Experience the contemporary entertainment scene by attending sporting events, concerts, and theater.
Stop by the dynamic student union at UCL and select from a wide range of clubs and activities.  
Join a sports team or workout at UCL gyms and fitness facilities.

Projects

Volunteering. Through the UCL student union, students can connect with a range of organizations throughout London that need support.

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Housing & Meals

HOUSING

CIEE London offers a range of housing options, including residence halls or shared apartments, to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. All housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.

Standard Housing: Includes a compact double studio room at a student residence hall or a double room within a shared apartment. Shared apartments feature a kitchen, bathroom, common areas, and laundry facilities shared with other students. Residence halls boast common areas, a small kitchen, shared bathroom, and laundry facilities. Housing is located under 45 minutes from CIEE London.

Select Housing: Includes a double studio room at a student residence hall, with an en-suite bathroom and a shared kitchen. The residence hall boasts common areas, study rooms, and laundry facilities shared with other students. The residence hall is located approximately 45 minutes from CIEE London. Select housing requires an additional fee.

A note: Housing is on a first-come, first-served basis. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we’ll let you know before you arrive.

MEALS

Meals are not provided - students will have the facilities to prepare their meals.

Students can also take advantage of a rich variety of cafes and restaurants within walking distance or they can eat at one of UCL’s many eateries.

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Meals

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Standard residence hall

Double studio room

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Standard residence hall

Lounge area

Standard apartment

Double room

Standard apartment

Living room

Select residence hall

Lounge area

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Select residence hall

Bedroom

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Bedroom

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Kitchen

Academics

The Arts + Sciences program at UCL is designed for disciplined students who are highly motivated, think creatively, and are eager to experience a different culture.

University College London (UCL). This challenging and highly selective top-ranked U.K. university has an excellent reputation. Founded in 1826, UCL is the largest college within the University of London and was the first to admit students of any religion and social background as well as women on equal terms with men. Nearly 40 percent of students are international and come from more than 140 countries. The campus provides a cloistered environment with cosmopolitan surroundings.

GPA

Students must have a GPA of at least 3.3.

Students who plan to take courses in economics, English, history, or psychology need a 3.5 GPA.

Language Requirements

There are no specific language requirements for this program.

Additional Requirements

Students must be at least juniors, although second-semester sophomores with strong applications will be considered.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.

Requirements

Students must enroll in 4 courses for a total of 16 credits.

Program Credit

Total credit: 16 U.S. semester/24 quarter credits

Course Credit

University College London courses: 4 U.S. semester/6 quarter credits; typically, 30-50 contact hours

Academic Culture

Students notice striking differences in the British model, which is less structured and requires students to take more responsibility and initiative. The CIEE staff supports students as they adapt to this new style. Students take a series of lecture courses, which may include seminars, tutorials, and labs. Students are expected to prepare in advance for seminars and tutorials by researching topics for discussion, writing essays, or solving problems. Students spend at least as much time studying as they spend in class. Each study abroad student has a UCL tutor for support. Students participating in the U.S. spring semester must attend UCL for spring and summer terms, and there is a four-week break between terms.

Class Format

Students take UCL classes with British students as well as other CIEE and international students.

Grading

Assessment varies by course and department. Where possible, students are assessed in the same manner as their UCL peers. Academic year and spring semester students take the year-end exam during the UCL summer term. Fall semester students are assessed with a special exam or end of term paper.

Language of Instruction

English

Course Information

Course Notes

Students are admitted to one UCL department and must take at least half of their classes in that department
Occasionally students may be admitted to two departments

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON

Below is a list of some of the most popular departments for study abroad students. For a full list of departments available at UCL, please refer to the University College London website.

Anthropology
Chemistry
Earth Sciences
Economics
Education
English
European Languages, Culture, and Society
European Social and Political Studies
Fine Art*
Global Health
Greek and Latin
Hebrew and Jewish Studies
History
History and Philosophy of Science
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Linguistics
Mathematics
Neuroscience
Physics and Astronomy
Psychology and Language Sciences
Slavonic and East European Studies
Statistical Science

*Note that applicants to the Fine Art department must submit a portfolio to be considered.

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.

Scholarships & Grants

CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.

Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:

Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
MSI Grant

To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.

Dates & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.

Program	Application Due	Start Date	End Date	Fees & Housing
Program Spring 2024 23 weeks	Application Due Deadline Passed	Start Date January 4, 2024 ^*	End Date June 10, 2024 ^*	Fees & Housing $29,950
Program Fall 2024 12 weeks	March 15, 2024	Start Date September 19, 2024	End Date December 14, 2024	Fees & Housing $27,950
Program Fall 2023 13 weeks	Application Due Deadline Passed	Start Date September 20, 2023	End Date December 16, 2023	Fees & Housing $26,450
Program Academic year 2023-2024	Application Due Deadline Passed	Start Date January 4, 2024 ^*	End Date TBD^*	Fees & Housing $54,900

^*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.

To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation = $300^*

Educational Costs = $22,456^**

Housing = $7,000

Insurance = $194

Total Fees = $29,950

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee = $1,898^†

International Airfare = $1,250^††

Local Transportation = $1,000

Books & Supplies = $200

Visa Fees = $0^†††

Personal expenses = $280^††††

Total Costs = $4,628

Optional Housing

CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee:

Select Housing Fee = $750^{^}

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

^*non-refundable

^**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

^†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

^††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

^†††Unless a student is completing an internship, there are no visa fees for academic programs under six months in the UK for US-passport holders. US-passport holders stay in the UK on a Visitor visa.

^††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

^{^}first-come, first serve, based on availability

Program Fees

Participation Confirmation = $300^*

Educational Costs = $20,956^**

Housing = $6,500

Insurance = $194

Total Fees = $27,950

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee = $1,073^†

International Airfare = $1,250^††

Local Transportation = $1,000

Books & Supplies = $200

Visa Fees = $0^†††

Personal expenses = $190^††††

Total Costs = $3,713

Financial Aid

^*non-refundable

^**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

^†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

^††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

^††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

Participation Confirmation = $300^*

Educational Costs = $20,703^**

Housing = $5,250

Insurance = $197

Total Fees = $26,450

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee = $2,600

International Airfare = $1,250^†

Local Transportation = $600

Books & Supplies = $100

Visa Fees = $183^††

Personal expenses = $3,000

Other = $161^†††

Total Costs = $7,894

Financial Aid

^*non-refundable

^**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

^†round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

^††For some non-US passport holders only

^†††Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required

Program Fees

Participation Confirmation = $300^*

Educational Costs = $42,153^**

Housing = $12,250

Insurance = $197

Total Fees = $54,900

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee = $4,498^†

International Airfare = $1,250^††

Local Transportation = $1,600

Books & Supplies = $300

Visa Fees = $183^†††

Personal expenses = $3,280^††††

Other = $161^{†††††}

Expenses during break = $900^{††††††}

Total Costs = $12,172

Optional Housing

CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee:

Select Housing Fee = $750^{^}

Financial Aid