The Center for Education Abroad (Arcadia University)

Oxford, England (Population: 122,000)

Full Year only

Northwestern Requirements for this program: In an effort to promote immersion in the UK University system, Northwestern students are required to live in University campus housing whenever possible. Therefore, Arcadia will place you in University housing if it is available. You will only be placed in Arcadia housing if University housing is full.

Arcadia Program Requirements: 3.6 GPA, solid background in subject(s) you want to study, and strong writing samples and recommendations.

Founded in the 10th century, Oxford University is the oldest English-speaking University in the world. Students will be able to study in the sciences, social sciences or arts at one of four colleges:  St. Anne’s, St. Edmund’s, St. Hilda’s or Lady Margaret Hall. Each college has its own unique character, which has been shaped by centuries of history and tradition. While the range of courses offered is broad, you will be expected to focus on a couple of subjects in depth.

English, History, Anthropology, Sociology, Math, Geography, Psychology, Computer Science, Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Physics), Politics & International Studies, Economics, Art History, Music, Classics, Engineering.

Direct university enrollment facilitated by Arcadia University.

• Students must have completed at least 5-6 courses in the subject they wish to study.
• Oxford is very competitive and students are often not accepted. Students should indicate a second choice on their application.

Integrated university housing

1. All study abroad students must complete the mandatory Study Abroad 101 Quiz on Blackboard.  Call (847-467-6400) or e-mail studyabroad@northwestern.edu (include your name and net ID) to be registered for this quiz.
2. After completing the 101 Quiz with a score of 90% or above, students can pick up the Northwestern University Application for Permission to Study Abroad at the Study Abroad Office. This application is not available online.
3. Students must complete the Northwestern University Application for Permission to Study Abroad by a special early deadline.
4. In addition, Arcadia requires students to complete a Program Application as early as possible, by February 1st at the latest.  This application can be found on the Arcadia web site.

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