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Richmond, The American International University in London, England: At-a-Glance

  • 4-week high school study abroad program in London
  • Transcripts issued by Richmond, The American International University in London, a U.S.-accredited university
  • Wide range of courses for up to 6 college semester credits
  • Advanced Curriculum Program for students with a GPA of 3.25 or above
  • Accommodations in single or twin rooms in university residence halls
  • 18 meals per week in the student cafeteria
  • Optional workshops on study skills and preparation for college
  • Included cultural activities, walking tours, day trips, museum visits and theater events, plus a weekend visit to Oxford, Alton Towers and Warwick Castle
  • Day visits to Brighton and Hampton Court
  • Optional excursion to Paris ($625)
  • Student travel card included
  • Services of an on-site Resident Director and Resident Advisors
  • Optional “meet and greet” service available for independent travel students upon arrival in London ($100). This fee is for Heathrow Airport only –contact the Admissions Officer for information on transfers from other U.K. airports
  • Phone card on arrival to call the U.S.
  • Scholarships available

Applications and admission requirements

  • Applications are no longer being accepted for Summer 2009. Scholarship applications must be postmarked by March 15.
  • London Summer Advantage is open to students who have completed their sophomore, junior or senior year of high school. Students must be in good academic standing, be aged 16 or older by the start of the program, and have a minimum 2.75 GPA.***

***Students interested in taking the Advanced Curriculum courses must have a minimum 3.25 GPA.