Lancaster University

Program Details

Program Location Lancaster, United Kingdom
Sponsor Purdue
Program Type Exchange
Course # SA 20291
Duration Spring Semester or
2 Semesters
Upcoming Program Dates
To Be Announced
Current Program Dates
Spring 2024 01/09/24 to 06/28/24
2023-24 Academic Year 09/30/23 to 06/28/24
Past Dates
2022-23 Academic Year 10/03/22 to 06/23/23
Page Links
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Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice

Overview

Lancaster University

Lancaster University is located on a campus overlooking the Irish Sea. Students have easy access by public bus to the city of Lancaster, located three miles north of campus. This modern campus is the center of learning for approximately 12,000 students, including 3,000 international students. The strong reputation of Lancaster is reflected by high rankings year-on-year in each of the UK's major university rankings. 

Lancaster's unique combination of city, coast & countryside adds a whole new dimension to the student experience – and while those studying at Lancaster have all the benefits of a campus 'village' at their disposal, there's so much more to explore and discover within the city and the local area!

For more program information, please visit the program website.

Eligibility

Lancaster University

Applicants for the academic year program must have completed four semesters of full-time university study.   Students applying for the spring semesters must have completed a minimum of three semesters. Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture.

GPA Requirement: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none


Purdue Credit

Direct Credit available from the following: [College of Agriculture] [College of Engineering] [College of Liberal Arts] [Daniels School of Business] [College of Health and Human Sciences] [College of Science]
Specifically from: PSYC (HHS)

Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.


Academic Program

Language of Instruction: English

Semester Course Load: 12 Purdue Credits

Lancaster University permits Purdue students to take a mix of courses from a number of different departments, provided that students have the appropriate qualifications. The school year follows the typical British pattern of three ten-week terms separated by four-week vacation periods. Most courses are taught continuously across two or three terms with a final exam or paper due at the end of the term.

Link here for more information on courses. 



Housing

Students are housed in university residence halls.


Estimated Program Costs

Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. 

Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location.  This will vary by program.

Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are for: Spring 2024

Costs per semester to be billed by Purdue
You will pay Purdue Tuition Check Tuition
Program Fee $0.00
Purdue International Insurance (per month) $32.00

Approximate additional costs per semester
To be paid by the student.
Round-trip Airfare $1,200.00
Housing $2,500.00
Local Transportation $250.00
Books and Supplies $200.00
Meals $2,000.00
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses $0.00 - $3,000.00
Travel Documents (passport, photos) $175.00

Financial Aid



Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should

NOTE:  Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad.  Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.

Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.


Application Deadlines

For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline.  Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure a place in a program, apply early.

As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.

Program Application Deadline
Most Fall Semester Programs Mar 1
Most Spring Semester Programs Sep 15



Returnees Information

Lancaster University

Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted.  If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in.


Resources

The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.


For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383 or email studyabroad@purdue.edu.