Lancaster University

The Rollins College study abroad program at Lancaster University offers students the opportunity to directly enroll at a prestigious British University for the fall or spring semester, or the full academic year.  Participants in the program are fully integrated at Lancaster University—they live in residence halls on campus, take courses with British and other international students, and are able to take advantage of all the activities and services offered through the University. A semester at Lancaster is an excellent fit for students who need to fulfill major or minor requirements since students have access to an incredibly wide range of courses. Fall participants enroll in the International Summer Programme for one month before beginning the fall (Michaelmas) term.  Spring participants stay at Lancaster for the Lent and Summer terms (January - mid March / mid-April - June), and enjoy a long Easter break between the two terms.

Location: Lancaster University is situated on a beautiful campus just outside the charming, small city of Lancaster, England.  The city’s restaurants, markets and pubs are set against a backdrop of a canal lined with waterfront inns and historic buildings.  The larger city of Manchester is only a short distance away and serves as a jumping off point from which to travel to a variety of locations in the UK and Europe.  The nearby famed Lake District is one of the most beautiful landscapes in England and provides many opportunities for outdoor pursuits—hiking, boating, biking and more.  Lancaster is about halfway between London and Edinburgh, and both are easily accessible by train.

Host University: Lancaster University has been consistently ranked among the top fifteen universities in the United Kingdom and among the top 200 in the world.  Just over 16,000 students attend Lancaster, including international students from more than 200 countries, and the Lancaster campus is one of the safest in the United Kingdom.  Students choose courses from thirty different academic departments, and work with faculty members who have been recognized for excellence in teaching.

Costs: The program fee is equal to Rollins College tuition and fees, plus room and board, for one semester. For 2013-2014, this is $27,2105.

• Includes: tuition (includes Interntional Summer Programme in fall), administration, housing, internet access, completed medical and emergency insurance, and orientation program
• Does not include: airport transfers in the US, travel/property insurance, personal expenses, course materials and visa (if needed).
• Credit on Student Account:  In December for the spring semester and July for the fall semester, students will receive a credit on the Student Account for airfare (average commercial price) meals, printing costs, and on-site transportation.  This credit will be applied against the balance owed on the account.  Students with significant financial aid may end up with a positive balance on the Student Account which can then be requested as a refund.  Rollins College does not book flights for this program so students must make arrangements to pay for the airfare themselves.
• Note: housing is not provided during the spring break, though Lancaster provides storage space for students.  Spring semester participants will need to budget for additional expenses over the break or when choosing housing, pick a college that does not require the student to vacate the room and then re-enter after the holiday.

Estimated Additional Costs Not Included in the Comprehensive Program Fee:

• Airport transfers in the US: Costs will vary
• Travel/Property insurance: Costs will vary
• Personal expenses and course materials: Estimated at $800 in the fall and $1200 in the spring
• Souvenirs, entertainment and independent travel: Costs will vary