Semester in London

Program Information

What if you could explore one of the best cities in the world without the huge price tag? You can! Live on a traditional British campus in the suburbs and visit Central London in your free time.

On our Semester in London program, you will study at the highly ranked University of Roehampton. Roehampton is unique amoung London universities in having its housing, support services, classrooms, shops, and Student Union all within a 15 minute walk of each other. The picturesque campus is the ideal environment for study on the doorstep of one of the world's most exciting cities.

Best of both worlds - A campus setting with peaceful grounds, but with the bustling city center just a short tube ride away.

Top-notch academics - Roehampton professors are highly regarded throughout England and the world and include famed novelists, ciminologists, business moguls, and psychologists. Cutting-edge research is the stuff of everyday life here.

Affordability - Check out one of the best cities in the world on the most affordable London study abroad option. We have tons of tips for you on how to save money and still enjoy all that this incredible city has to offer.

Highlights

  • Affordable London study abroad option!
  • Study on a picturesque campus in a suburb of London
  • Two day excursions
  • Take courses  for your major or as electives
  • Amazing creative writing program
  • Check out Big Ben, Parliament, Oxford Street, the Londong Eye, and more
  • Fantastic dance program
  • Spring Semester Internship option

Housing

  • On-campus residence halls with single room and shared kitchen and living areas

Academics

Courses include biological sciences, business, creative writing, cultural studies, education, health, media studies, psychology, and sports, exercise and leisure.

For a complete list of course offerings, please click here.

Campus Setting

Suburban

Average Course Load
3-4 courses (15 US credits)

GPA Requirement
2.8/4.0

Language of Instruction

English

Program Dates

Spring 2013:

January 3 - May 18 to June 7*

*Please Note: The first possible day for students to move out is May 18, but it will be available until June 7.

Fall 2013:

September 11 - December 14-31

*Please note: Students may depart as early as December 14, but the dorms will be open through December 31.

Program Fee

$14,890*

*Cost subject to change at any time due to the current exchange rate.

Compare a semester at JU versus a semester in London.

Calculate your personal expenses using the Financial Budget Worksheet.

Included

  • Two day excursions
  • JU Credit
  • Housing
  • Pre-departure and onsite orientation
  • Airport pick-up
  • Medical & accident insurance
  • Student Union fees

How to Apply

  • Fill out the IEP Application and review information on the Apply page.
  • Pay a $200 deposit to International Education Programs.
  • Submit a copy of your official transcript.

Send the above materials to the JU Study Abroad Office - Gooding 105.

What the Students Say

“Studying in the UK has brought me in contact with nationalities from around the world and exposed me to a variety of different view-points on everything from politics to music to cuisine and behavior. I have a more open-minded view of the world and have been exposed to so many ideas and languages, customs
and traditions.”

Emily B.