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Arcadia Abroad - University College London (Outgoing Program)

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Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing: Junior, Senior, Sophomore Program Type: study abroad
Program: Affiliate GPA Requirement: 3.5
Housing: Dormitory, Student Apartment Fields of Study: Anthropological Linguistics, Anthropology, Archaeology, Art History, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Ecology & Systematics, Economics, English, French, General Engineering, Geography, Geology, German, Greek, History, Italian, Latin, Legal Studies, Mathematical Statistics, Molecular Biology, Multiculture Studies, Philosophy, Photography, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Russian, Spanish, Studio Art, World Literature
Language of Instruction: English
Program Description:

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A prestigious history at one of the world's top universities

University College London, (UCL) was the first university to be founded in London, the first to accept women, and the first to accept students regardless of race or religion. It continues to be ranked among the top ten universities in the world, with outstanding academics across all disciplines and departments. UCL’s rigorous coursework means that this program is best if you’re a junior or senior, as you’ll study with highly regarded faculty and researchers in your department of admission. Their tradition of small group teaching means that this is a competitive program; but if admitted, you’ll benefit from the support of a tutor experienced working with visiting students.
 
  • Situated in Central London, in the Bloomsbury area, you’ll be near the staff support at the Arcadia London Center as well as cultural attractions like the British Museum and Regent’s Park.
 
  • UCL is part of the Russell Group which represents 24 leading UK universities committed to maintaining the very best research, an outstanding teaching and learning experience, and unrivaled links with business and the public sector.
 
  • UCL offers courses in 100 departments across eleven faculties, and its alumni include world leaders, notable inventors, and groundbreaking scientists. A total of 34 Nobel Prize winners have either studied, taught, or researched at UCL.
 
  • When applying to UCL, you’ll be accepted into one or two academic departments and take all of your courses from those departments. This is a competitive program best undertaken by independent students who value academic rigor and self-directed study. 
 
  • You’ll make plenty of friends at the large UCL Students’ Union, where you can join a diverse range of clubs, sports, and societies. The building houses restaurants, pubs, and shops. Students in the performing arts societies perform at the Bloomsbury Theater, UCL’s semi-professional theater. UCL also has several sports facilities open to students. You are also welcome to use Student Central facilities in central London.

NOTE: THERE ARE SEVERAL DEPARTMENTS WITH LIMITED CAPACITY FOR THE 2023-2024 ACADEMIC YEAR. PLEASE CONSULT THE UCL STUDY OPTIONS WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS.

Excursions & Attractions

Travel to fascinating places of interest that enhance your cultural immersion and give a meaningful context to your academic courses through Arcadia's planned Excursions and Activities.

Arcadia includes many fun and exciting excursions, events, and activities - many of which are free and included in your program, such as a visit to the infamous Tower of London and walking tours of quirky neighborhoods such as Shoreditch. You also have a range of optional excursions and events to join such as the exciting Regional Excursion where we bring together students from our England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland programs as well as a continental Europe event every Fall and Spring semester. 

All Arcadia excursions are designed to be fun, interactive learning opportunities where you can visit places of exceptional interest in the country and enjoy experiences that help to illuminate your studies. You could also earn a Co-curricular Learning Certificate (CLC). 


WHY ARCADIA?

Arcadia is a nationally recognized leader in higher education, offering exceptional study, research, and internship experiences for students from colleges and universities across the US. Our unique combination of customized, diverse academic programming and comprehensive support allows students to explore new worlds, get to know themselves, boost their resumes for future job opportunities and graduate school, and experience the incredible growth and shifts in perspective that a culturally immersive experience can deliver.

Please visit the Arcadia website for dates and the latest program information.

 

Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2025 10/15/2024 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.