“IFSA allowed us to have so much independence and flexibility, which allowed us to engage with the local culture and explore the city right from the start.”
Application Deadline
FALL : March 1
SPRING : September 15
SPRING : September 15
Min. gpa for consideration
3.30 GPA
Typical credit load
16
Housing
Appartment/Flat , Residence Hall/Dormitory
Language of instruction
English
Language Prerequisite
None
About University College London Partnership
If you believe in taking an informed and innovative approach to problem solving, you'll find your home at UCL. You can tackle global issues from multiple perspectives in your classes, whether that's by creating art, studying citizenship, or preparing for a career in global health.
Academics at University College London Partnership
Courses
Looking for specific classes? Explore CHART, our exclusive class database — if the University College London Program is pre-approved at your institution, you’ll find classes recently taken by other IFSA students.
Open UCL's online course catalog to see a list of available courses.
At University College London, a full course load consists of 16 U.S. semester credit hours per semester or 32 U.S. semester credit hours per year. The number of courses you take depends on the credit value of the courses you select.
Please review all your syllabi and course materials when you are registering for classes (both pre-arrival and on-site). Certain classes may have a one-off lab or field trip fee that is disclosed in the syllabus or first meeting of class. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.
Course Restrictions
ENGLISH
English requires at least a cumulative GPA of 3.4 and two to four college level literature courses completed. Writing courses are not literature courses. The department also restricts students either to taking their entire course load within the department or only taking two courses.
ECONOMICS
Economics requires at least a cumulative GPA of 3.5 and prefers applicants to have previously completed microeconomics, macroeconomics and a statistics course. Successful applicants will have received a grade of 'A' in both macro and micro. Economics courses in the U.K. have a strong statistical basis. Students who are not accepted directly into the economics department will be unable to take courses above level 1 within this department. If you have concerns about your qualifications for Economics, please contact your program advisor for recommendations on alternate department options.
ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
These departments are available for spring or full year applicants only.
HISTORY
History requires at least a cumulative GPA of 3.4. History of Art admits only history of art majors. They will not accept fine arts majors.
MANAGEMENT, SCIENCE AND INNOVATION
Management, Science and Innovation will not accept fall semester only students due to test schedules. Only academic year and spring students will be considered for this department. Applicants are required to have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5.
SLADE SCHOOL OF FINE ART
Applicants to the Slade School of Fine Art must be art majors or minors. The Language Center and the Management Center are not departments; therefore students cannot apply to them. It is possible to take courses within each of these centers, but that must be arranged upon arrival at UCL.
POLITICAL STUDIES
Political Studies requires a cumulative GPA of 3.4 with a strong background of courses.
CHEMISTRY
Chemistry requires a cumulative GPA of 3.5 with a strong background of courses.
PSYCHOLOGY
The UCL Psychology department suggests a cumulative GPA of 3.5 to be considered.
SOCIAL SCIENCES
The Social Sciences department requires a 3.5 to be considered.
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICAL SCIENCE
These departments are available to spring or full year applicants only.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES/BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
These departments require a 3.5 to be considered.
Transcript
After you return to the U.S., IFSA will send an official Butler University transcript to your home university with your coursework converted to the U.S. credit system. You will also have access to an unofficial transcript in your IFSA Student Portal. The transcript reflects courses taken, credits attempted, and grades earned during your term abroad. This service is included in your study abroad program at no additional cost.
EXCURSIONS
Program Activities:
Program activities are designed to enhance your intercultural competence by developing your understanding of the local culture and people. They are optional, but they are included in your total program fee. Activities vary each term based on availability, but previous events have included tours of the Houses of Parliament, visit to the world-famous Barbican Centre and Wembley Stadium, museum tours, and a night at the London theater.
Program Excursions:
IFSA Excursions are included in your total program fee and though these are optional, most students choose to participate. Excursions vary each term based on availability. Typically, students participate in a long weekend trip to the Lake District in the rural and mountainous northwest area of England. There you take a hiking tour, go mountain biking or gorge scrambling, take a night walk, and a canoe trip offering a look into the Viking conquest of the British Isles.
Dates and Fees
Dates and fees
Program DatesProgram Start Date
Mid-September 2022
Program End Date
Mid-December 2022
Program FeesTuition
-
Housing
-
Insurance
Included
Non-Refundable Deposit
$500
Total Program Fee
Coming Soon!
Estimated Costs (Includes utilities, laundry, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Airfare
$1,200
Meals
$1,420
Books and Supplies
$530
Local Transportation
$640
Visa
$0
Personal Expenses
$1,330
Total Estimated Costs
$5,120
Program DatesProgram Start Date
Mid-September 2021
Program End Date
Mid-December 2021
Program FeesTuition
-
Housing
-
Insurance
Included
Non-Refundable Deposit
$500
Total Program Fee
-
Estimated Costs (Includes utilities, laundry, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Airfare
$1,200
Meals
$1,420
Books and Supplies
$530
Local Transportation
$640
Visa
$0
Personal Expenses
$1,330
Total Estimated Costs
$5,120
Program DatesProgram Start Date
Early January 2022
Program End Date
Early June 2022
Program FeesTuition
-
Housing
-
Insurance
Included
Non-Refundable Deposit
$500
Total Program Fee
Coming Soon!
Estimated Costs (Includes utilities, laundry, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Airfare
$1,200
Meals
$3,260
Books and Supplies
$340
Local Transportation
$930
Visa
$0
Personal Expenses
$2,330
Total Estimated Costs
$8,060
Program DatesProgram Start Date
January 4, 2021
Program End Date
June 12, 2021
Program FeesTuition
$20,475
Housing
$7,000
Insurance
Included
Non-Refundable Deposit
$500
Total Program Fee
$27,475
Estimated Costs (Includes utilities, laundry, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Airfare
$1,200
Meals
$3,260
Books and Supplies
$340
Local Transportation
$930
Visa
$0
Personal Expenses
$2,330
Total Estimated Costs
$8,060
Program DatesProgram Start Date
Mid-September 2021
Program End Date
Early June 2022
Program FeesTuition
-
Housing
-
Insurance
Included
Non-Refundable Deposit
$500
Total Program Fee
Coming Soon!
Estimated Costs (Includes utilities, laundry, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Airfare
-
Meals
-
Books and Supplies
-
Local Transportation
-
Visa
-
Personal Expenses
-
Total Estimated Costs
Please check with your IFSA Program Advisor for personal costs.
Meet Your Program Advisor
Jennifer McKibben
Assistant Director of Student Engagement
What Our Students Say
Rachel Fishman
,
“The biggest thing I learned is the value of immersing oneself in a culture unlike that which you come from. Even though Australia speaks English, the culture has taught me to relax and take everything one step at a time.”
Jackson Cannon
,
“I enjoyed the academic and personal freedom of my IFSA program. Being able to take whatever classes I wanted/needed in order to satisfy my requirements for major and what happened to interest me set the foundation for my study abroad experience.”
Theo Prentice
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“For two years, I have tried to manage and exist with depression and anxiety. Coming to New Zealand enlivened me and gave me the tools to function and create the life I want and need. I was able to live somewhere for the first time away from family and friends and thrive in it. It allowed me to realize my potential and ability.”
Sloan Livaccari
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“I’ve learned about the culture my family comes from, more about the world in general, and the different ways there are to simply live. Above all, I think I’ve learned a lot about myself and my behavior—how I tend to act and react in situations. I’ve also become more assertive, courageous, and confident through this experience.”
Taruni Donti
,
“My IFSA program was amazing. They really do a great job making sure you adjust well and are well equipped for your time abroad.”
Cole Wilsey
,
“Through IFSA, I learned to enjoy the small things in life, was able to better understand a culture different from mine, developed intellectually through independent study, and improved my Spanish.”
Wilnaphekie Taloute
,
“The connections I made during my time in Scotland was the most enjoyable aspect of my IFSA study abroad abroad experience. I was able to connect with peers on the program, IFSA staff, and the local culture. Being part of the St. Andrews basketball team really facilitated my relationship with the campus and its students.”
Anne Ridenhour
,
“Through my IFSA program, I volunteered at a travel startup where I initiated and developed a six-month lesson plan for the first English teaching program in a Mayan community, created a cost plan for program volunteers, and translated itineraries.”
Erin Harris
,
“I enjoyed study abroad the most when I got courage to speak at my first poetry SLAM, befriend a fanzine publisher, and speak up (in my broken Spanish) in my film class. Having the courage to own who I am made me feel good.
