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North America
University of Akron
Akron, Ohio
Founded in 1870, the university offers undergraduate majors in over 200 disciplines and a range of graduate programmes at the master’s and PhD levels. Exchange students can study subjects across the fine arts, STEM fields, humanities and social sciences. UA has a vibrant campus life including over 300 student organizations and clubs, The National Museum of Psychology on site, a state of the art recreation centre (with a 53 foot climbing wall and lazy river!) and an arts scene that attracts nationally and internationally acclaimed performers and artists there is never a shortage of things to do!
Curry College
Milton, Massachusetts
Founded in 1879, Curry College is a private liberal arts institution located on a wooded 131-acre campus in Milton, MA, just seven miles from downtown Boston. It offers twenty-five undergraduate majors and more than 65 minors and concentrations. The campus’ close proximity to the Boston area means you have exceptional access to the full range of Boston’s historical, cultural, intellectual entertainment and social activities.
Florida International University
Miami, Florida
Founded in 1965, Florida International University is a top-tier research institution located in Miami. FIU offers more than 200 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees from Business Administration to Humanities or Sciences. FIU has two campuses and multiple study centres with a student body of over 56,000 and 290,000 alumni. They are ranked in the TOP 50 among public universities, according to U.S. News & World Report rankings released in 2022. The Office of Education Abroad of FIU hosts monthly events for exchange students to meet one another and other FIU students, for example basketball and baseball games, movie night or game night.
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa
Iowa State University is a flagship research university in the Midwest United States. ISU’s eight colleges offer more than 100 undergraduate majors across 200 fields of study. The academic programme includes a vigorous liberal arts education and some of the world’s leading research in the biological and physical sciences. Located on a lush, 2,000 acres (8.1 km2) campus, the university has grown considerably from its roots as an agricultural college and model farm and is recognized internationally for its comprehensive interdisciplinary research programmes.
Mount Saint Mary’s University
Los Angeles, California
Mount Saint Mary’s University is an independent, Catholic, liberal arts college which provides a values-based undergraduate education for women, as well as innovative programmes – especially in Film with its own Hollywood studio campus – for professional men and women on two historic campuses in Los Angeles. It is also nationally recognized for its academic programmes, its culturally diverse student body, and its focus on preparing the next generation of citizen leaders. Degree programmes offer more than thirty different majors and minors including film, media and communications, political science, education, biology and traditional liberal arts.
To get around LA easily, students are recommended to take Ubers or have access to a car.
Pace University
New York, New York State
Pace University is a private university in the New York metropolitan area with campuses in New York City and Westchester County, New York. The New York City campus is located in lower Manhattan, in the heart of the city, while the Westchester campus is spread across 200 acres in Briarcliff. Campus life on both campuses allow students to take part in intramural sport, business and professional societies and cultural clubs. PACE offers 100 majors and minors including Business, Psychology, Global Studies and Media Arts. Courses in the School of Performing Arts and in the Film and Screen Studies department are not open to exchange students.
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, Florida
The University of North Florida is located in Jacksonville, Northeast Florida, a city full of museums, beaches, restaurants and wildlife reserves. With over 16,000 students, UNF offers Richmond students a large American university experience while maintaining a personalization 1:18 faculty to student ratio. Take part in the lively campus atmosphere where the Osprey Productions team hosts a series of events, including concerts and organized beach days!
Randolph-Macon College
Ashland, Virginia
Randolph-Macon College is located in the scenic town of Ashland, Virginia close to Richmond, (Virginia), the Blue Ridge Mountains and Washington DC. Listed as one of U.S. News & World Report’s top 150 liberal arts colleges, R-MC offers students 55 areas of study including majors, minors and pre-professional programmes including Art History, Environmental Studies, Film Studies and International Business. Exchange students can get involved in the busy campus community through the 80+ student clubs and organizations and take advantage of the arts, music, recreation and culture Ashland has to offer!
University of San Diego
San Diego, California
The University of San Diego is a Roman Catholic institution built in beautiful 16th century Spanish Renaissance architectural style and on 180 acres overlooking the city of San Diego, Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Beaches, mountains, downtown and the Mexican border are all a short drive from campus. USD has nine undergraduate and graduate schools, to include the Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering, Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, the Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science, the School of Leadership and Education Sciences (SOLES), the Knauss School of Business and the Division of Professional and Continuing Education. It has 89 undergraduate and graduate programs. The majority of USD students live on campus in 10 separate living areas, with styles ranging from shared rooms to apartments. The student Life Pavilion offers dining options, student activities and a full-service market. USD has 17 NCAA Division I teams, 23 sports clubs, many recreation clubs and fitness classes.
The largest part of campus transportation is the tram which is free to all students. The trams run in a circular loop throughout the entire campus as well as short loops. The Tram Service also provides morning and evening service to Old Town San Diego Trolley Station.
University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina
University of South Carolina is one of the oldest public universities in the state, founded in 1808 and with a student population of over 35,000+ students. As part of the larger University of South Carolina system made up of 8 universities across the state, UofSC is located in the state capital and offers 300+ discipline of study. Exchange students are encouraged to get involved in UoSC’s 500+ student clubs and organizations, local and regional excursion trips as they fully embrace Southern hospitality!
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, Utah
Southern Utah University (SUU) nicknamed the ‘University of the Parks’ is a public university located in beautiful Cedar City, Utah. SUU offers 140 undergraduate majors and 19 postgraduate programmes to over 12,000 students. Students studying on exchange have the opportunity to explore the 20 National Parks all within driving distance away in Utah, Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico.
Westminster College
New Wilmington, Pennsylvania
Westminster College is a private, liberal arts college in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania (one hour north of Pittsburgh). Westminster offers individualized student attention with a 11:1 student to faculty ratio across 42 majors. The college has an active student life with over 80 student clubs, Greek life, varsity sports and plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy on campus (athletic fields, walking trails, an outdoor laboratory, and a lake perfect for canoeing).
St. Thomas University
Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
Fredericton is the province’s capital and is a small city full of lovely clapboard housing and tree lined streets. If you are looking for a quaint and beautiful ‘small town’ North American experience St. Thomas is the place for you.
King’s University College
London, Ontario, Canada
King’s University College is a small, Catholic, liberal arts institution affiliated with Western University. King’s small class sizes, intensive student-faculty interaction, comprehensive student services and tight-knit community feel create an excellent environment for students. London is Canada’s eleventh largest city and is known as the ‘forest city’ due to the extensive forests, green spaces and parks throughout the city.
Universidad Anahuac Mayab
Mérida, Southeast Mexico
Located in the city of Merida, Universidad Anahuac Mayab provides students an opportunity to study in contemporary Mexico amidst the Mayan ruins. The university offers great programs in Business, Accounting, Law and Tourism and has sports, fitness and arts facilities and workshops. Mérida offers a beautiful backdrop to your studies, located close to the waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Sagrado is a Liberal Arts institution located in the heart of metropolitan San Juan, close to beautiful beaches and a diverse range of restaurants. The oldest private educational institution in Puerto Rico offers a unique academic experience with an interdisciplinary approach focusing on community engagement and entrepreneurship. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Business Administration, Communication, Humanities, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences.
*Exchange students must take at least two classes in Spanish
