Information for term Summer in London
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenStudy abroad this summer in London and immerse yourself in this trendy metropolis brimming with culture, fashion, architecture, history, and food. Earn credits toward your degree with coursework on British theatre, business, politics, art, media, and social science. Courses are taught at the CIEE Global Institute – London and complemented with co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.
Unique Experiences
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Design your ideal program
with your choice of one, two, or three four-week sessions.
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Choose CIEE courses
or enroll directly in a British University.
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Broaden your view of the UK
with an overnight excursion to Wales, Scotland, or Ireland.
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fans fit in Wembley Stadium
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Royal Parks in the heart of the city
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full-time workers employed in London’s tourism industry
3,500
Location & Culture
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Your Destination
London has a history stretching back to the Romans, there are four World Heritage sites, leading museums and plenty of green spaces. A contemporary global city, London is home to almost 9 million people from all over the world. A major financial center and leading hub for the arts London has many eclectic neighborhoods to discover.
The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Get to know London with regular outings and activities like: exploring museums, markets, and iconic sites like Buckingham Palace, St. Pauls Cathedral, and Greenwich.
- Take a break from the city’s fast pace in one of many green spaces in and around the capital.
- Explore a historic location outside London on a day trip. Previous day trips have include Bath, Oxford, Cambridge and Canterbury.
Daily Life
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HOUSING
Housing will be in either a residence hall or shared apartments centrally located in Bloomsbury, Farringdon or Kings Cross. Students will share twin or triple rooms.
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MEALS
No meals are provided in London but students will have access to kitchen facilities to cook their own meals.
London, England Where You'll Study
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CIEE LONDON
Russell Square, Bloomsbury
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Getting Around
Students commute by foot, bus, or train from housing to class.
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London Eye
Huge observation wheel giving passengers a privileged bird's-eye view of the city's landmarks.
Academics
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Students choose one, two, or three 4-week sessions and focus on Britain’s history, culture, politics, business, and more. Courses are taught by faculty from London institutions and visiting faculty from around the world. In-class work is augmented with co-curricular visits to the city’s rich variety of cultural institutions and organizations relevant to the course offering.
CIEE Global Institute – London is located in the heart of Bloomsbury. It sits in one of the most vibrant and student-populated neighborhoods of central London and features Georgian-style architecture, classrooms, a café, garden terrace, and tech zone.
GPA
2.5
Language Prerequisites
There are no specific language requirements for this program.
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.
Program Requirements
All students must enroll in one CIEE course per session
Program Credit
Total credit: 3-4 U.S. semester/4.5-6 quarter credits per session
Course Credit
CIEE courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours per session
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.
Academic Culture
CIEE courses are designed to follow U.S. academic culture and standards. Each course is a full semester in content, so the pace is accelerated, and the workload is demanding. To avoid falling behind, students should not plan personal travel away from London when classes are in session.
Class Format
Classes taught at the CIEE Global Institute are for CIEE students only. Classes are scheduled Monday-Friday and attendance is strictly enforced for both classes and required co-curricular excursions. The class typically features a combination of traditional lecture, discussion, and co-curricular activities. Heavy emphasis is placed on student participation. Students should expect an average of two hours of preparation for each hour in class. Instruction is supported and augmented online by our learning management system, Canvas.
Grading
The U.S. grading scale of A-F is used. Students are graded on attendance, class participation, homework, project work, presentations, and midterm and final examinations.
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.
Language of Instruction
English
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.
Courses
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Summer 2021 CIEE Courses
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Summer Session II
Summer Session III
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 Global Institutes and CIEE Centers.
Scholarships
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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
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates & Fees
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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 |
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| Summer Session I 2021 4 weeks | Deadline Passed | May 17, 2021 | Jun 14, 2021 |
$4,150
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $2,143 ** Housing = $1,540 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $4,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $600 International Airfare = $1,250 † Local Transportation = $170 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $800 Other = $161 †† Total Estimated Costs = $3,081Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** no meals are included for students staying in the apartment option † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† Covid Test to enter the US |
| Summer Session I and II 2021 8 weeks | Deadline Passed | May 17, 2021 | Jul 12, 2021 |
$7,470
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $3,923 ** Housing = $3,080 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $7,470Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,200 International Airfare = $1,250 † Local Transportation = $340 Books & Supplies = $200 Personal expenses = $1,600 Other = $161 †† Total Estimated Costs = $4,751Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** no meals are included for students staying in the apartment option † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† Covid Test to enter the US |
| Summer Sessions I, II and III 2021 12 weeks | Deadline Passed | May 17, 2021 | Aug 7, 2021 |
$10,790
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $5,703 ** Housing = $4,620 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $10,790Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,800 International Airfare = $1,250 † Local Transportation = $510 Books & Supplies = $300 Personal expenses = $2,400 Other = $161 †† Total Estimated Costs = $6,421Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** no meals are included for students staying in the apartment option † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† Covid Test to enter the US |
| Summer Session II 2021 4 weeks | May 1, 2021 | Jun 14, 2021 | Jul 12, 2021 |
$4,150
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $2,143 ** Housing = $1,540 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $4,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $600 International Airfare = $1,250 † Local Transportation = $170 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $800 Other = $161 †† Total Estimated Costs = $3,081Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** no meals are included for students staying in the apartment option † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† Covid Test to enter the US |
| Summer Session II and III 2021 8 weeks | May 1, 2021 | Jun 14, 2021 | Aug 7, 2021 |
$7,470
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $3,923 ** Housing = $3,080 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $7,470Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,200 International Airfare = $1,250 † Local Transportation = $320 Books & Supplies = $200 Personal expenses = $1,600 Other = $161 †† Total Estimated Costs = $4,731Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** no meals are included for students staying in the apartment option † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† Covid Test to enter the US |
| Summer Session III 2021 4 weeks | Jun 1, 2021 | Jul 12, 2021 | Aug 7, 2021 |
$4,150
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $2,143 ** Housing = $1,540 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $4,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $600 International Airfare = $1,250 † Local Transportation = $170 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $800 Other = $161 †† Total Estimated Costs = $3,081Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** no meals are included for students staying in the apartment option † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† Covid Test to enter the US |
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.
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What's Included
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Our Staff
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Elizabeth Terry
Director
Elizabeth has nearly 20 years’ experience working with U.S. students in London, first as Director of the University of Delaware’s London Centre and then as the Director of the ACCENT London Study Centre.
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Dominique Webb
Student Life Director
Dominique is originally from Durban, South Africa. After completing a bachelor’s degree in 2010 and honors degree in 2011 - she went on to graduate in 2014 with a master’s degree in political science.
Get Started
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