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READ ALL ABOUT IT: Follow the adventures of four Americans currently studying at universities throughout the UK. Tunde talks about grad school in Leeds, Krysti spills about getting a bachelor’s degree British-style, and Caitlyn and Laura give you the 411 about spending a year away from home.
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Semester and year abroad.
More than 30,000 US students chose to do a study abroad program in the UK last year, making it the most popular foreign destination for education. We use the term "study abroad" to refer to programs that last anywhere from a summer to a semester or year at a UK institution and do not necessarily culminate in a degree.
Benefits of UK study abroad
Common language, affordability and the chance to live the European lifestyle are just a few of the reasons why the UK is the most popular place for US students to study abroad.
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How to choose a study abroad program
We explain the different types of study abroad programs and give you the tools to decide which one is right for you.
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Study abroad database
Go straight to our one-of-a-kind database to search for direct enrollment courses by subject area, location and program length.
Study Abroad Database.
Funding your studies
You can usually use your US financial aid package to do a study abroad in the UK. Learn more about costs and funding tips.
Funding.
Visas, work and internships
If you are studying in the UK for six months or more you need to get entry clearance before you go. Learn about immigration requirements and student-work regulations.
Visas, work & internships.
Student life
Find out what UK student life is like both on campus and off. Get the low-down on where you'll sleep, what you'll eat, where you'll party and more. Plus, read students' views on UK study.
Student life.
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