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Study Abroad With The Best Universities In The World

Welcome to SAF

Study abroad changes lives. And changed lives change the world.

At SAF, our mission is to connect the best international programming with the next generation of global leaders. In today’s climate, SAF’s mission has never been more vital. For more than two decades, SAF has organized study experiences that enhance the prospects of scholars from around the world. We identify students capable of embracing the challenges of today and guide them toward immersive overseas experiences that equip them with the

skills and knowledge needed for the challenges of tomorrow.

As a not-for-profit partner of the world’s preeminent universities, we believe study abroad is a catalyst for good within society. With SAF, students have the opportunity to engage in international scholarship while transforming into future enlightened leaders. Are you ready to take the next step in global leadership? I invite you to explore SAF’s global opportunities so you can stand out with an overseas university experience.

Dr. Gregory D. Hess President & CEO

Shaped in Scholarly Tradition

Studying with SAF

We partner with universities around the world to secure study abroad opportunities during semester, year-long, and vacation sessions. This means you have the opportunity to study overseas with flexible entry dates year-round, secure credit at your home university, and remain on-track to graduate on time. Using our programs, you can truly tailor your degree studies to suit your specific international career goals, enhance your employability and graduate admission opportunities.

Our International University Consortium

SAF facilitates student mobility between our invitation-only university membership network. We provide you with access to the best universities across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Europe, New Zealand, and Asia.

Created over 20 years ago in the scholarly traditions of our preeminent university partners, SAF mentors students seeking the most professional, personalized, and prestigious study abroad opportunities in the world.

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Program Types

Academic Programs

Concurrent Programs

Language Standalone Programs

Language Pathway Programs

Summer Programs

Research Programs

Internship Programs

Academic Study Tour Programs

Program & Course Availability

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Where Will You Live

Our Programs

American University

Arizona State University

California State University, Long Beach

California State University, San Marcos

Columbia University

IES Abroad Buenos Aires Center

IES Abroad Quito Center

IES Abroad Santiago Center

Johns Hopkins University

Lewis & Clark

Michigan State University

Saint Mary’s University

San Jose State University

University of Arkansas

University of Calgary

University of California, Berkeley

University of California, Davis

University of California, Los Angeles

University of California, Riverside

University of California, San Diego

University of California, Santa Barbara

University of Colorado, Boulder

University of Hawaii, Hilo

University of Mississippi

University of Montana

University of Oregon

University of Pennsylvania

University of Toronto

University of Victoria

Vanderbilt University

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Paris

Paris

SKEMA

Sorbonne

Trinity

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20+ years of facilitating international student mobility

145+ flexible programs

for a semester, year or vacation abroad on your terms

#1 care commitment

means you go abroad with world class support, travel & emergency medical insurance

88% of SAF Scholars earn Recommendation Letters

SAF Scholars from Asia develop professional relationships with host university professors

72+ pre-screened housing providers

enhance your authentic student experience

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Past scholars attest to the practical value and life-changing experiences of studying with SAF.

UCLA

I really appreciate SAF for helping me get the chance to experience campus life at UCLA. This 6-weeks’ experience will definitely be my lifelong memory. I want to share my story and true feelings with other students who also have the dream of studying abroad.

Vanderbilt University

Professors are generally very approachable. They will challenge you, but also provide you with necessary help.

Arizona State University

After I came here and met so many friends, I found all of them to be awesome, kind and cooperative. And I noticed that it is necessary for us to [see] with our own eyes and think for ourselves.

Diya Liu

Geming Liu

Mahiro Watanabe

University of Edinburgh

This experience has shaped me to become a more tolerant and empathetic person than I could have been without it.

University of Bristol

I would never trade my study abroad experience for any other, and I urge many who have a dream to study abroad to go for it wholeheartedly, because you will come back a new person, changed in perspective and mind.

Academic Program Alumni

I love New York since it’s a great city and people are really nice and friendly to others. I think people here hold their dreams - they are dream catchers.

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University partners from across the globe praise the value of working with SAF.

Laura Shier

& Clark

We have worked with SAF since 2010. SAF is professional and extremely responsive in assisting us and students who apply to our program. They work with us to identify students who are a good match for our program and school. We have enjoyed a very collegial relationship with SAF and all of their employees.

Grant Parsons

California State University, San Marcos

I am always impressed with SAF’s in-depth advising of students before, during, and after their studies. We are pleased to continue strengthening our partnership with such a thorough, dedicated, and compassionate group.

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Stephanie Nixon

University of Manchester

We have worked with SAF since 2015, and have been impressed with how well-prepared the students joining us have been. SAF staff has also always been helpful and responsive whenever we have contacted them.

Florence Plessis

Director of the Centre international

Working with SAF is very easy because they are very professional and they perfectly know the market and their job. The staff of SAF is very efficient, kind, supportive and attentive to the students and the partners.

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Program Types

SAF offers a range of different types of programs at locations around the world. Understand the types of programs we offer so you can realize your specific goals.

Academic Programs

Working across our university consortium, enroll in term-based undergraduate or graduate courses and be assessed on the same basis as degree-seeking students.

Generally for full credit

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Concurrent Programs

Students who don’t quite meet the language requirements for a regular Academic or Summer program can enroll in a combination of academic and language courses through a Concurrent Program.

Generally for partial credit

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Language Standalone Programs

Students with any level of language proficiency can study abroad. SAF partners exclusively with university campus language centers to offer language courses designed to improve proficiency.

Generally non-credit

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Language Pathway Programs

Students aspiring toward a for-credit study abroad program who don’t yet meet language requirements can take a language pathway program before progressing to for-credit study in the following semester.

Generally non-credit, leading into a full credit semester

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Summer Programs

Enroll in a summer session at an SAF partner university. Tailored specifically for international students, summer programs often include pre-arranged extra-curricular activities.

Generally for full credit

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Research programs

Working in partnership with host university faculty, our students enjoy participation in a dedicated research effort during the academic session.

Generally for full credit

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Internship Programs

Working with a limited number of quality partners, SAF facilitates professional internship placements to enable students to apply their learning in the real world.

Generally for full credit

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Academic Study Tour Programs

SAF facilitates student groups across IES Abroad locations and our university consortium for customized, faculty-led programs.

Generally non-credit

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Academic Programs

Working between your home and host universities, SAF works with you to enroll in undergraduate or graduate courses at your best-fit overseas program where you are assessed on the same basis as degree-seeking students.

With hundreds of Academic programs available, academically-minded students may enroll in a program best suited to their area of specialization or major.

Coursework Classes With Local Students

Take a seat in the same tutorials, lectures, seminars, and webinars as local students, as you would at your home university. Earn credit back to your degree, with your home university’s approval.

Sound Language & Academic Skills Required

Academic Programs are designed for students with a history of coursework completion at their home university and evidence of proficiency in the language of instruction of their host university.

Single Term or Multi-Term Enrollment

Enroll in a standard full-time coursework study load at your new host university for a single semester, quarter, or term, or extend with a longer enrollment period.

Learning with a Global Perspective

Join classes and lectures that work towards your major or your future discipline, enhance your understanding and enthusiasm, and give you a global perspective on your subject.

Requirements

Concurrent Programs

Students shy of normal language requirements for direct access to an Academic Program have options with a hybrid language and academic course enrollment through Concurrent Programs. Generally, these programs allow students to study a reduced credit load while also studying to improve their language proficiency through parallel enrollment at the university and language center.

Coursework With Locals & Language Classes With Visiting Students

While in your university courses, enjoy classes with local students as you would at your home university. While in your language units, you’ll meet new international friends from all over the world.

Sound Academic Requirement, Lower Language Requirement

Take a parallel enrollment with a partial coursework study load and a partial language center study load. Earn partial credit towards your degree back home and improve your language proficiency.

Single Term or Multi-Term Enrollment

Enjoy study abroad for just a single semester, quarter, or summer, or extend your time abroad by progressing from a Concurrent Program to an Academic Program the following term if you achieve the progression scores required.

Best of both worlds

Focused, activity-rich classes develop your language skills, elevating them to a confident academic level. And, in the same semester, you attend academic courses to further your understanding of your chosen major or discipline.

Language Standalone Programs

Students with any level of language proficiency can study abroad. SAF partners exclusively with university campus language centers to offer language courses designed to improve proficiency. Regardless of your current level of proficiency, you can improve through a full overseas immersion experience.

For Beginner+ Language Learners

Most of our standalone language programs offer classes suitable for students at all levels - from Beginner to Advanced proficiency. At most centers, your language proficiency will be assessed through a placement test on your first day.

Not Academically Assessed

Most host university language centers do not grant credit for language training classes, meaning your prior academic experience is not assessed as part of the application process. However, your home university may still grant credits for your studies in language classes abroad - so check with SAF and your home university.

Homestay Housing Included

Most SAF Language programs include accommodation with a local homestay family, giving you the full immersion experience. Practice your newfound language skills in class and at home, while getting to know how it feels to really live like a local.

Single or Multi-Term Enrollment

Enroll in for a single semester, quarter, or term, or extend with a multi-term enrollment and study for several terms for as long as it takes to achieve your language goals.

Language Pathway Programs

Students aspiring toward a for-credit study abroad program who don’t yet meet language requirements can take a language pathway program with SAF. Language Pathway programs are generally for one term of enrollment, and candidates will need to demonstrate their current level of proficiency and prior academic achievement before commencement. Students will need to achieve a minimum final score to advance to an Academic program in their second term.

For Intermediate+ Language Learners

If your existing language proficiency is very close to the level required for admission into the Academic program, and your GPA is also satisfactory, you can study this program for one term and progress to a second term Academic program if you achieve satisfactory progression.

Homestay Housing Included

Most SAF Language programs include accommodation with a local homestay family, giving you the full immersion experience. Practice your newfound language skills in class and at home, while getting to know how it feels to really live like a local.

Sound Academic Experience Required Multi-Term Combined Enrollment

Admission into a Language Pathway program requires evidence of sound academic achievement. Your GPA will be taken into consideration for admission into your second-term program.

Enrolling in a Language Pathway Program means you have a plan to progress to a second term of enrollment. You will receive an offer to study which requires you to meet minimum progression milestones throughout your study abroad program.

Summer Programs

Enroll in a summer session at an SAF partner university. Tailored specifically for visiting students, summer programs generally run during June to August each year and often include a whole lot of extra-curricular activities.

Earn Extra Credits

Aside from being a fun way to spend your summer, studying extra credits over your regular vacation can put you ahead of your study plans. Earning extra credits may help your graduate earlier, or study additional courses you find interesting.

Many Program Options

Studying abroad in summer can take many different forms. Perhaps you enroll in the popular for-credit Academic option, or you use your time to study a Language Pathway program so you can progress into an Academic program in fall. The choice is yours!

Meet Diverse Students

Summer study abroad programs cater to students from all over the world, and have the flexibility to focus on different topics that aren’t constrained to academic year modules.

Work to Your Schedule

By studying abroad in summer, you get the experience and you stay on top of studies in your home university. You can choose between long and short summer sessions from May to September, tailoring your program to your needs.

Research Programs

Working in partnership with host university faculty, participate in a dedicated research effort during an academic term. Generally, there is very limited availability in Research programs, and prospective applicants may need to be pre-assessed by the university prior to enrolling with SAF.

High Academic Entry Requirements

Research programs are renowned for their academic rigour. Applicants will generally need to have completed a minimum of four semesters, or two yeras, of undergraduate study within the designated specialization, and have intention to pursue a Masters or Ph.D.

Improve Your Graduate Research Prospects

Over 50% of Research program alumni have successfully gained admission into top 50 graduate programs in the United States.

Direct Faculty Engagement

Work in very small groups, or even one-on-one, with some of the world’s best faculty researchers, and gain valuable insights and referees for further graduate study.

Subject Deep Dive

Join world-class, industry-changing researchers at prestigious institutions. You dive deep into a project that focuses on a specific topic that could further humanity and will certainly further your understanding and appreciation of your discipline.

Internship Programs

Working with a limited number of quality partners, SAF facilitates professional internship placements to enable students to apply their learning in the real world. Internships are a fantastic way to gain real-world experience in an overseas workplace.

Gain Valuable Industry Experience

Discover the ins and outs of your future career industry. Interning abroad helps you develop valuable job skills crucial to hireability, such as language proficiency, cultural understanding, tolerance for ambiguity, adaptability, and self-confidence.

Build Your Network

Your internship gives you hands-on professional work experience in an international arena, and it sets your career on an impressive trajectory. that stands out

Get a Foot in the Door

There are many paths to working abroad, but an internship abroad creates a natural opportunity for you to go back in the future. Why not lay the groundwork for an international career now while you can earn credit and benefit from the support SAF offers throughout the process?

Academic Study Tour Programs

Whatever your level of language proficiency, you can join a study tour to expand your global perspective by studying and traveling abroad. This unique learning experience combines classroom instruction with real-world experiences, such as visits to local businesses and cultural sites, sometimes travelling between cities for an immersive exploration of the study-tour theme.

Short and Sweet

Designed specifically by experts to fit around home-university semester breaks and vacation periods, Study Tours enhance your academic development, even if you have a busy academic calendar.

Cultural Experience

The Study Tour immerses you in the heart of your subject or discipline, taking you deeper into the topic than a textbook ever could. Accompanied by local experts, you go to the places things happen and explore, breathe, feel locations that resonate with your discipline.

Deep Dive Richly Academic

Field trips, cultural activities, hands-on experience, riveting lectures in relevant locations: The Study Tour escorts you and your fellow travelers on a journey into the reality of your specialism, unpacking its most important moments in many of its most important places.

Moving beyond the classroom, Study Tours take you behind the scenes in international organizations, give you time to reflect in historically vibrant locations, and provide you with expert guides, lecturers, speakers, and teachers who lead their field.

Program & Course Availability

This is a representative list of undergraduate majors at our Host Universities. Consult your dedicated Student Counselor for more details.

H ost Universities

Program Types

American University

Arizona State University

California State University, Long Beach

California State University, San Marcos

Columbia University

IES Abroad Buenos Aires

IES Abroad Quito

IES Abroad Santiago Center

Johns Hopkins University

Lewis & Clark

Michigan State University

Saint Mary’s University

San Jose State University

University of Arkansas

University of Calgary

University of California, Berkeley

University of California, Davis

University of California, Los Angeles

University of California, Riverside

University of California, San Diego

University of California, Santa Barbara

University of Colorado, Boulder

University of Hawaii, Hilo

University of Mississippi

University of Montana

University of Oregon

University of Pennsylvania

University of Toronto

University of Victoria

Vanderbilt University

IES Abroad Capetown Center

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Program & Course Availability

H ost Universities

IES Abroad London Center

University of Bristol

University of Cambridge

University of Edinburgh

University of Glasgow

University of Manchester

University of Oxford

University of the Arts, London

University of Westminster

IES Abroad Tokyo Center

Nanzan University

IES Abroad Sydney

University of Auckland

University of New South Wales

University of Otago

University of Queensland

Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris / Alfred Cortot

IES Abroad Barcelona Center

IES Abroad Berlin Center

IES Abroad Dublin Center

IES Abroad Milan Center

IES Abroad Paris Center

IES Abroad Vienna Center

Institut Catholique de Paris

La Villa Bastille

Paris Marais Dance School

Paris School of Business

SKEMA Business School

Sorbonne Université

Trinity College Dublin

Universidad de León

Universidad de Salamanca

Universität Leipzig

Universiteit van Amsterdam

Université Catholique de L’Ouest

University College Dublin

University of Limerick

C ourse Options

Your SAF Study Abroad Program

When you study abroad with SAF, you are investing in your future. SAF’s fees are all-inclusive: from 24/7 emergency assistance to on-site social events, one program fee affords all scholars the opportunity to maximize their time abroad.

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■ Program guidance, orientations and departure preparation

■ Credit transfer guidance by SAF staff experienced in the processes at your home and host universities

■ Advice on booking the right travel logistics for your program

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■ Tuition for classes at your host university in a standard international student study load

■ Easy transfer from your arrival airport to your host university campus or housing at select universities

■ Secured housing close to your host university campus

■ Enrollment in the SAF emergency alert system, notifying you of safety concerns relevant to you

■ Meals, when specified by your housing provider

■ On-site support backed by our U.S.-based team

■ Comprehensive insurance to protect you against the unexpected

■ Exclusive SAF Scholar events at select universities

■ Assistance to secure your official academic transcript from your host university to finalize your creadit transfer

■ Membership in the life-long SAF Alumni Network

Our Comprehensive Services

From the moment the idea of a study abroad experience enters your thoughts to your return after a life-changing adventure, SAF supports, guides, and advises you. Expert SAF Coordinators—many of whom are SAF Alumni themselves—work tirelessly to provide a comprehensive service tailored to your needs.

We find the right program for you.

■ We partner with 25 of the top 100 universities from the Times Higher Education Rankings

■ Our range includes 90+ university partners and study locations with 145+ programs in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Europe, Canada, New Zealand, and Asia

■ Academic, Language, Research, Internship, Summer, and Study Tour programs available

■ Consultative advising guides you to the program right for you

We arrange support and housing.

■ Our scholars receive secured housing in prevetted, high quality accommodation – even at the most popular destinations

■ SAF U.S.-based staff organize regular exclusive events for SAF Scholars studying at select hosting universities

■ Our highly trained staff provide all predeparture information and visa guidance, and arrange SAF-exclusive arrival transportation to take you seamlessly from the airport to your housing on day one at select universities

We champion health, safety and security.

■ Our scholars receive the backing of the United States’ largest study abroad organization, IES Abroad, and the support of our U.S.based headquarters — ready to assist in any emergency

■ Every student is automatically enrolled in comprehensive insurance to protect against unexpected emergency expenses while overseas

■ SAF has a large team employed to support every student studying with us. We boast the strongest and most experienced team of support staff in the industry

Where Will You Live

Stay type: Dormitory

Where? On campus

Where you eat: University cafeteria

Perfect for the typical Western university experience, dormitories are on-campus buildings specifically for students of the university to live in.

■ Most rooms are for 2 to 3 people. Some dorms have more-expensive single rooms

■ Dorms differ. Some have in-room bath and toilet, others have single-gender showers and toilets shared by all students living on a floor

■ To eat, you pay for a meal plan provided by the university’s buffet cafeteria, restaurants, and cafes

Stay type: Student apartment

Where?

On campus or in the local neighborhood

Where you eat: Self-catering in the kitchen

Share an apartment with other students attending the same university. This is a place to build enduring friendships with your study-abroad family.

■ Much like home, a student apartment has shared common areas: kitchen, bathrooms, and living room

■ Bedrooms are either for one person in a private room or shared by 2 to 4 people, each in single beds depending on the price you pay

■ To eat, you cook your own meals in the apartment’s shared kitchen or explore the neighborhood’s restaurants

Stay type: Private apartment

Where? Off campus

Where you eat: Self-catering in the kitchen

Usually near or easy to get to from the university, private apartments are shared by students, usually from the same university. Some apartments are in the same building as non-student residents.

■ Much like home, a private student apartment has shared common areas: kitchen, bathrooms, and living room

■ Bedrooms are either for one person in a private room or shared by 2 to 4 people, each in single beds depending on the price you pay

■ To eat, you cook your own meals in the apartment’s shared kitchen or explore the neighborhood’s restaurants

Stay type: Homestay

Where? On campus or in the local neighborhood

Where you eat: Self-catering in the kitchen

To immerse fully in the culture, your host university or a homestay agent can place you with a homestay family. You live alongside the family, sharing life, meals, and conversation with them.

■ Homestays offer a thrilling cultural immersion in a variety family structures, nationalities, races, and religions. For a comfortable homestay experience, we match host families and visiting students as naturally as possible

■ You walk, cycle, or use public transport—bus, tram, train, subway— to commute between your homestay and university campus

■ To eat, you cook for yourself and/or your host family or your family shares their meals with you

Find Your Perfect University

Choosing your study abroad experience is about more than just the course and school’s rank. Find a location that resonates best with your personality and purpose. The words below appear in descriptions of each school and help you identify the study aboard destination perfect for you.

Urban

Adventurer

You want a buzzing Western city, you thrive in an urban environment, you want the college-town experience surrounded by students and learning. Look for these words:

■ urban setting

■ suburban setting

Peaceful Academic Social Butterfly Social Butterfly

■ metropolitan

■ large city

■ capital city

■ global city

■ public transportation

You want to be surrounded by people who care about our planet and nurture a holistic existence. Look for these words:

■ quiet

■ green setting

■ mid-sized campus

■ traditional campus

■ small class size

■ bike-friendly

■ walking-friendly

■ private university

You want a deeply social experience filled with school spirit and memorable events; you want to build long-lasting friendships with like-minded students. Look for these words:

■ Greek life

■ student societies

■ sports team

■ public university

■ college town

■ historic town

■ large international student population

Your focus is study, research, and meaningful enhancement of your education. You have your eye on the future and you’re studying abroad to get a global perspective on your discipline. Look for these words:

■ large campus

■ public university

■ top research university

■ Ivy League

Our programs

Americas

Program Offers

Study Levels

Disciplines

American University

Washington, D.C., United States

Student Population

International:

Location:

Founding Year

Perks

Private university, historic city, highly diverse local population, residential campus

With a central commitment to independent thinking and experiential learning, American University has developed into a student-centered institution that values service, leadership, and global engagement. Located in a residential neighborhood of Washington, D.C., the green urban campus contains both state-of-the-art facilities and historic buildings. Beyond its borders lies the nation’s central hub of politics and global non-profits. Here you’ll feel power and influence in the air.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Spring Semester + Fall Semester

Academic Year

LANGUAGE PATHWAY

Fall Semester

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Spring Semester Non-Credit

Spring Sem Non Credit + Fall sem

Fall Sem + Spring Sem

Fall Semester Non-Credit

Fall Sem Non-Credit + Spring Sem Non-Credit

Fall Sem Language + Spring Sem

Fall Sem Language + Spring Sem Non-Credit

Fall Sem Academic + Spring Sem Internship

Fall Sem Academic + Spring Sem Internship Non

Credit

late Aug – mid Dec early Jan – early May early Jan – early May late Aug – early May

mid Aug – early May

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: Off-campus apartment

GPA Requirement Range: 2.1 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English Housing: On-campus dormitory Pathway into: Academic Program

mid Aug – mid Dec mid Jan – mid May mid Jan – mid May mid Jan – mid May mid Aug – early May mid Aug – mid Dec mid Aug – early May mid Aug – early May mid Aug – early May mid Aug – early May mid Aug – early May

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: On-campus dormitory

Edna Hu

Academic Program Alumni

“People here are really supportive; they help me settle into my new home. My housing was all looked after, so I don’t have to worry about it.”

Washington Semester Program

Americas

Program Offers

Study Levels

Arizona State University

Tempe, Arizona, United States

Total: 71,946

International: 9,500

Public university, Greek life, college town, public transporation system

Arizona State University (ASU) is the one of the largest universities in the United States and is known for excellence. For three straight years, ASU has been named the most innovative U.S. public university, beating out schools such as MIT and Stanford, for its curriculum, faculty, campus life, technology, facilities and more, according to U.S. News & World Report. ASU is one of only four institutions in the United States that counts elite Rhodes, Marshall and Churchill scholarship winners among its alumni. Soon ASU could count you among its alumni, too.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Academic Year

Spring Sem + Fall Sem

CONCURRENT PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Academic Year

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Quarter

Spring Qtr + Summer

ENGLISH LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Academic Year

Fall Sem + Winter Qtr

Spring Qtr + Summer

Spring Qtr + Summer Qtr + Fall Sem

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall Sem + Winter Qtr

mid Aug – early Dec early Jan – early May mid Aug – early May mid Jan – mid Dec

mid Aug – early Dec mid Jan – early May mid Aug – early May

mid Aug – early Dec early Mar – early May mid Mar – mid Jul

mid Aug – early Dec mid Aug - early May mid Aug - early Mar early Mar - early July early Mar - early Dec early Mar - early Mar

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: Off-campus apartment

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English Housing: Off-campus apartment Pathway into: Academic Program

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English Housing: Off-campus apartment Pathway into: Academic or Concurrent Program

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None Housing: Off-campus apartment

SAF Scholar Dan Azuma visits the Grand Canyon

California State University, Long Beach

Long Beach, California, United States

Academic Language Pathway

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ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Academic Year

LANGUAGE STANDALONE

Fall Sem Language

Academic Year

Spring Qtr + Summer

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall Sem

LANGUAGE PATHWAY

Fall Semester

Spring Qtr + Summer Spring Semester

mid Aug – mid Dec late Jan – late May mid Aug – late May

mid Aug – mid Dec mid Aug – late May mid Mar – early Aug early April – mid Dec

mid Aug – late May early Apr – mid Dec late Jan – mid Dec

Total: 38.074

International: 3.000

Public university, large international sports team, small town, mountain setting

Live your best California dream at California State University, Long Beach. This vibrant urban university is located in scenic Long Beach, the fifth largest city in California, with a 322-acre oceanside campus that’s lined with more than 3,000 peach trees donated by local residents. Besides the beautifully landscaped grounds and picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean, CSU Long Beach is also home to a diverse student body of nearly 38,000, who enjoy a wide breadth of academic departments with highly regarded programs in engineering, business, criminal justice, and the arts. Students also have access to more than 300 organizations including sports, special interest clubs, social action organizations, and honor societies.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced

Housing: Off-campus apartment

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Off-campus apartment

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: Off-campus apartment

Pathway into: Academic Program

Asami Umehara

Summer Program Alumni

“If you are thinking about studying abroad or have a chance to do study abroad, I strongly recommend that you do.”

Famous Alumni

Misty May-Treanor | Olympic Gold Medal Winning Beach Volleyball

Steven

Spielberg| Movie Director/Producer

programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

California State University, San Marcos

San Marcos, California, United States

Total: 14,179

International: 500

Public university, large international sports team, small town, mountain setting

California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) is a dynamic university with a global vision. One of only 34 public universities in the United States to be recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both Curricular Engagement and Outreach & Partnerships, CSUSM curriculum focuses on hands-on learning. State of the art facilities dot the 304-acre campus, providing you access to top notch labs, featuring some of the finest equipment available today. Off campus, join students relaxing at Southern California’s best beaches located nearby in the San Diego County foothills. Now’s your chance to experience life under the sun.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Academic Year

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester

ENGLISH LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Academic Year

Spring Quarter Spring Qtr + Summer

Rebecca Yan

Academic program alumni

At first, everything is new, especially in the United States. In some ways it can seem like you’re living a television series. You find yourself thinking in new and challenging ways. It can be exhausting. Celebrate your everyday achievements, no matter how mundane. Find things you enjoy about the culture and celebrate your independence.”

mid Aug – mid Dec early Jan – late May mid Aug – late May

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English

Housing: (On-campus apartment option available to AY students only)

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English

mid Aug – mid Dec

Housing: Homestay Pathway into: Academic Program

mid Aug – mid Dec mid Aug – late May Mar – May Mar – Aug

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Homestay

Undergraduate Graduate Business Commerce Science

Columbia University

New York City, New York, United States

Total: 32,429

International: 500

Private university, Ivy League, top research university, urban setting

As the oldest institute of higher learning in New York, and one of nine colleges founded prior to the Declaration of Independence, Columbia University has a long history of fostering academic excellence. You’ll study where 82 Nobel Prize-winning alumni and faculty have roots. The bustling campus in Morningside Heights is part of the Upper West Side neighborhood of Manhattan, bordered by Riverside Park and Central Park. As an SAF Scholar you’re welcome to join one (or more) of 500+ student clubs. Off campus, from Wall Street to the United Nations, Broadway to Lincoln Center, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the nation’s foremost center of business and theater.

Columbia College | Classes for undergraduates only

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: Fall: Off-campus apartment

Spring: On-campus dormitory

School of Professional Studies (SPS) | Classes available across multiple university divisions, including graduate-level courses

SUMMER LANGUAGE AND CULTURE PRACTICUM

Summer

SUMMER ACADEMIC

mid Jul - mid Aug

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: off-campus apartment

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Session B late Jun – mid Aug

Manxhi Ye

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: On-campus dormitory

Academic Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“I love New York since it’s a great city and people are really nice and friendly to others. I think people here hold their dreams - they are dream catchers.”

Famous Alumni

Barack Obama | ‘Former US President

Alicia Keyes| Singer

Warren Buffet | Berkshire Hathaway CEO

IES Abroad Buenos Aires Center

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Experience the vibrant energy and rich culture of Buenos Aires with IES Abroad. Our study center, a couple of blocks from the beach, is an incredible hub that immerses you in Argentine life. Live with a host family and learn Spanish while exploring the city’s diverse neighborhoods, tasting local cuisine, and mastering the art of. With cultural activities and excursions led by local experts, you gain a deeper understanding of the country’s history and contemporary issues.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: N/A

IES Abroad Quito

Quito, Ecuador

From a welcoming base in Quito’s financial district, IES Abroad is a short walk from La Parque Carolina, a perfect spot for catching up with fellow study aboard students, discussing coursework, or practicing your Spanish with local students. Maybe you choose a semester or year to perfect your Spanish. Maybe your future would benefit from studying environmental management and preservation. Maybe you have a drive to enhance your academic credits with a semester at Universidad San Francisco de Quito, supporting your current studies with a Spanish perspective. Every step of the way, IES Abroad Quinto is the first point of call, the champion in your corner, both academically and pastorally.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: N/A

IES Abroad Santiago Center

Santiago, Chile

In a bustling metropolis with the Andes Mountains as its backdrop, IES Abroad Santiago is a student hub in Providencia, a vibrant residential neighborhood. A welcoming community, it’s the ideal base to explore Chile’s culturally rich capital city and its unique blend of modern amenities and historic charm: explore street art and museums, visit vineyards, or hike in the mountains. You can study at top local universities, join an enriching study tour, or take on a fulltime internship while you live with host families and participate in a variety of cultural activities. With a focus on sustainability and social justice, Santiago is a perfect destination if you want a truly transformative study abroad experience.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Academic 1876

Undergraduate Graduate Engineering Science

Baltimore, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins University

Total: 23,917

International: 4,500

Private university, top research university, traditional campus, historic town

Johns Hopkins University is known as one of the United States’ leading research universities, home to highly-ranked departments of Science, Public Health, Engineering, and Music. Walk to classes across the scenic 140-acre campus in Baltimore, Maryland, and afterwards explore the Inner Harbor, Fell’s Point or Federal Hill. Baltimore’s metropolitan area has a diverse population of almost three million, and is situated between the large metropolitan areas of Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia, making it ideally located for you to venture to the East Coast’s major population centers. Remember to use your student ID for cheaper rates on everything from meals to guitar lessons, workouts, and more on and near campus.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Academic Year

late Aug – early Dec late Jan – mid May late Aug – mid May

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English

Housing: Off-campus apartment

Eden Tian

Academic Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“Many of my friends ask me how long I will stay here. I answer: one semester. They always reply: ‘That’s so short, but make it count.’ Yes! They are right! Just make it count.”

Famous Alumni Michael Bloomberg | ‘Bloomberg L.P. CEO

Fall Semester late Aug – mid Dec

Lewis & Clark

Portland, Oregon, United States

Lewis & Clark offers you the unique opportunity to study in a beautiful urban city, while offering you the chance to explore the natural beauty of the surrounding states. Through the Language Program, SAF Scholars may expect to receive the kind of personalized attention that is characteristic of this American private university: class sizes are small. What’s more, Lewis & Clark students represent the next generation of global thinkers and leaders. Through an academic philosophy, driven by a Liberal Arts curriculum, you’ll be challenged to identify with your own culture, while exploring others’ cultures, perspectives and ways of life.

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: On-campus dormitory

Program Spotlight

English Language Standalone

As the next generation of global thinkers and leaders, Lewis & Clark students expand their worldview by engaging in small classes to explore cultures, perspectives, and ways of life beyond their own. Both the academic and extracurricular activities in this charming smaller school setting give SAF Scholars ample opportunities to develop essential language skills and appropriate learning strategies that promise to advance cross-cultural awareness and intercultural communication skills.

Lu Cao

Academic Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“When I decided to study here as an exchange student it made a significant change to my life, it pushed me out of my comfort zone which is when I really able to grow.”

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

Famous

Kate Brown | Governor of Oregon

Penn Badgley | Actor

Pete Ward | Professional Baseball Player

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Academic Year

Michigan State University

East Lansing, Michigan, United States

Americas

Total: 50,344

International: 7,500

Public university, large international student population, sports teams

Michigan State University (MSU) is a member of Big Ten Academic Alliance, America’s foremost model for collaboration among research universities which affords its students world-class academic opportunities. As an SAF Scholar at MSU you’ll have access to a robust course catalog as well as personalized advising and pre-planned events. Attend MSU’s lively sporting events to round out your quintessential American campus experience. MSU is located in the beautifully scenic state of Michigan, famously known as the “Great Lakes State,” which contains the largest connected area of fresh water on Earth. That equates to 3,000 miles of coast line—more than California! So get ready to enjoy hiking, fishing, snowmobiling, camping and beachgoing, too.

early Sept – mid Dec early Jan – early May early Sept – early May

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: On-campus dormitory

Famous Alumni

Tyler Oakley | YouTube Star

Dr. Jing Wang | Co‒Founder, CEO, and Board Chairman of FinTell Financial Services

Magic Johnson | NBA Star

Famous Landmarks

W.J. Beal Botanical Garden

Beaumont Tower

Spartan Stadium

SAF Scholar Xinlei Chen receives her certificate of completion from Michigan State

Program Offers

Academic

Saint Mary’s University

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Study Levels

CONCURRENT PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Founding Year

Location: Disciplines

Undergraduate Graduate Arts Business Humanities Science Social Sciences

CONCURRENT PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Academic Year

Fall Sem + Winter Qtr

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Qtr + Summer Concurrent Spring Qtr + Summer

late Aug – mid Dec

late Aug – late Apr

late Aug – mid Dec late Aug – late Apr late Aug – late Feb late Feb – mid Dec early Jan – late Apr

late Aug – late Apr late Feb – mid Dec late Feb – mid Dec

Total: 6,373

International: 2,000

Student Population Perks

Public university, large international student population, oceanside setting

Americas

Saint Mary’s boasts a vibrant campus filled with students from more than 117 countries, making this one of SAF’s most multicultural campuses. This global community of academics is known for its supportive and personalized manner of instruction and social engagement. What’s more, from this Halifax-located campus you may enjoy beautiful views, accessible beaches and attainable excursions to Quebec and New York City. Go forth and go North!

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: Homestay & On-campus Residence Hall

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: Homestay & On-campus Residence Hall

Pathway into: Academic Program

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Homestay

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: Homestay Pathway into: Academic or Concurrent Program

Diya Liu

Summer Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“I am strongly enamored by the breathtaking view around the city and the study atmosphere on campus. I will definitely recommend the summer experience to my friends.”

Famous Alumni

John William Ashe | President of the UN General Assembly

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

Program Offers

Study Levels

Disciplines

Undergraduate Graduate Business Engineering Humanities

Founding Year

San Jose State University

San Jose, California, United States

Student Population

Total: 32,773

International: 3,000

Perks

Public university, highly diverse student body, historic town, mid-sized campus

Location:

Americas

As the oldest California state university, SJSU is known for innovation, award-winning faculty, and visionary teachers from corporations across Silicon Valley. Be inspired by studying in the heart of Silicon Valley where the likes of Apple and Google are headquartered. Enter the annual Silicon Valley Innovation Challenge for a chance to win mentorship and networking opportunities from faculty and industry leaders. If you’re still not sold, the city of San Jose averages 300 days of sunshine annually, making it easy to study and play outdoors year-round. It’s the perfect setting to birth the next game-changing innovation.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Academic Year

Spring Semester

Spring Semester + Fall Semester

LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Qtr + Summer

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Fall Sem + Winter Qtr

Fall Sem + Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Spring Qrt + Summer

Spring Qrt + Summer + Fall Sem

Spring Qrt + Summer + Fall Sem + Winter Qrt

mid Aug – mid Dec mid Aug – mid May mid Jan – may May mid Jan - mid Dec

mid Aug – mid May early Mar – mid Dec

mid Aug - mid Dec mid Aug - early Mar mid Agu - mid May early Mar - late Jul early Mar - mid Dec early Mar - early Mar

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: On-campus dormitory

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate Housing: Homestay & On-campus dormitory Pathway into: Academic Program

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None Housing: Homestay

Famous Landmarks

San Francisco Monterey Bay Silicon Valley

Famous Alumni

Stevie Nicks | Singer-Songwriter

Brian Krzanich| Former Intel CEO

Ray Dolby | Dolby Labratories Founder

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States

Total: 27,558

International: 1,500

Public university, sports teams, small class size, college town, mid-sized campus

For over 140 years, University of Arkansas (U of A) has made students the priority by creating an environment perfect for learning. Their commitment is best exemplified by a low student-to-faculty ratio, a high availability of research opportunities, and a strong student community. Previous alumni include former U.S. President Bill Clinton and successful best-selling author Charles Portis. What’s more, the picturesque campus is located in the hilly northwest corner of Arkansas and overlooks the stunning Ozark Mountains. Go and experience some of the nation’s best outdoor amenities and hiking trails within a short drive of campus. Your Southern adventure awaits.

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced

Housing: On-campus dormitory CONCURRENT

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: On-campus dormitory

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: On-campus dormitory

Pathway into: Academic Program

Famous Alumni

Ricardo Martinelli | ‘Former President of Panama Harper Lee| ‘Author

THE World University Rankings, 2022 #201 - 250

Undergraduate

University of Calgary

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Americas

Total: 30,201

International: 6,500

Perks Founding Year

University of Calgary boasts a supportive English language learning community with attentive instructors and staff. With an average class size of 16 and myriad opportunities for personal support, Calgary aims to develop your confidence in speaking and writing the English language. To top it off, you’ll call home one of the most livable cities in the world. Calgary has one of the most extensive bike-way systems in North America and isn’t too far from the majestic Banff National Park. Now’s your chance to experience the best of Canada.

early Apr – late Aug

April 2 - Week Presessional + Spring Qtr + summer

April 2 - Week Presessional + Spring Qtr + summer + fall sem

Sep 2 - Week Presessional + Fall Sem

Sep 2 - Week Presessional + Fall Sem + winter Qrt + Spring Qtr

early Apr – mid Apr

early Sept – mid Apr

early Sept – mid Jul

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

English Language Standalone

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

Famous Alumni

Garrett Camp | Uber Co-Founder

Drew & Jonathan Scott | TV Personalities

Famous Landmarks

Calgary Zoo

Calgary Tower Glenbow Museum

University of California, Berkeley

Berkeley, California, United States

Program Offers

Study Levels

Academic Summer 1868

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Biosciences

Chemistry

Engineering

Founding Year

Location: Disciplines

Undergraduate Graduate Arts Business

Engineering Humanities Science

Social Sciences

Total: 41,910

International: 6,500

Student Population Perks

Public university, top research university, urban setting, large campus

University of California, Berkeley, prides itself on innovative thinking, top-quality research, and dedicated public service. Many students are actively involved in community projects and volunteer opportunities, throwing themselves into the best of Berkeley alongside the exceptional academic experience. Beyond the vibrant campus life, where 1,200 student clubs and organizations engage and inspire, you can explore the city’s stunning landscape by going on hikes in the wooded Berkeley Hills or enjoying waterfront views at the Berkeley Marina — and, of course, discovering the best of San Francisco and the Bay Area.

Academic Year late Aug – mid Dec mid Jan – mid May late Aug – mid May

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: Off-campus apartment

Haas Business

Humanities & Social Sciences

Multidisciplinary (BGA)

English Literature Physics

Entrepreneurship & Technology

SUMMER ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Summer Session A

Summer Session A + D

Summer Session B

Summer Session C

Summer Session D

Summer Session E

Summer Session F

VIRTUAL SUMMER ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Virtual Summer - Session A

Virtual Summer - Session B

Virtual Summer - Session C

Virtual Summer - Session D

late May – early Jul late May – mid Aug early Jun – mid Aug mid Jun – mid Aug early Jul – mid Aug late Jul – mid Aug

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: None

late May – early Jul early Jun – mid Aug mid Jun – mid Aug early Jul – mid Aug

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: None

Berkeley Bioscience: Study with world-renowned bioscience faculty members in this truly immersive study experience. Perfect for students considering graduate or Ph.D. studies.

Berkeley Engineering: One of the world’s top engineering schools, Berkeley has strong connections to Silicon Valley. From your own home, learn from the very best to prepare for your exciting career in engineering.

Berkeley English Literature: Be mentored in English by a Ph.D. candidate specifically designated to you.

Berkeley Entrepreneurship & Technology: Learn the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and innovation at the campus’ global innovation hub, connected with Silicon Valley and global partners.

Berkeley Haas Business: Study at the #1 ranked public university business school in the United States, receive international career counseling from expert staff, join scheduled Bay Area and Silicon Valley company visits, and become an important part of the BHGAP network with access to the Haas community and key alumni resources..

Berkeley Humanities & Social Sciences: Benefit from a team of advisors to navigate you through over 1,500 courses offered by the College of Letters & Sciences each semester.

Berkeley Multidisciplinary: Enjoy the broadest possible access to all six undergraduate Colleges of UC Berkeley, and learn from renowned professors while studying alongside degree-seeking students.

Berkeley Physics: The Physics program is best suited for elite SAF scholars who wish to build a solid foundation in physics to prepare them for pursuing graduate and PhD work in the physics field.

Academic Summer

The University of California, Berkeley boast more courses than any other summer session in the United States, offering over 800 options to over 16,000 students each summer. Enjoy broad access to all six undergraduate colleges across the university, with graduate options also available.

Explore the Bay Area, experience American culture, and make friends from the United States and around the world.

Find the Berkeley experience that’s right for you

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

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Study Levels Program Offers

Davis, California, United States University of California, Davis

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Quarter

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr

Founding Year

Location: Disciplines

Undergraduate Agriculture Business Engineering Science

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Spring Qtr GSP + Summer Qtr GSP

Spring Qtr GSP + Summer Qtr GSP + Fall Qrt GSP

Winter Qtr GSP + Spring Qtr GSP

CONCURRENT PROGRAM

Fall Quarter

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr

CONCURRENT PATHWAY

Fall Quarter

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr Academic

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr Concurrent

Spring Qtr GSP

Spring Qtr GSP + Summer Qtr Academic GSP

Winter Qtr GSP

LANGUAGE PATHWAY

Fall Quarter

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr Concurrent

Spring Qtr AET

Spring Qtr AET + Summer Qtr Concurrent AET

Spring Qtr AET + Summer Qtr AET

Winter Qtr GSP

LANGUAGE STANDALONE

Fall Quarter

Spring Qtr + Summer Qtr + Fall Qtr

Academic program alumni

late Sep – mid Dec late Sep – mid Jun late Sep – mid Mar late Mar – early Sep late Mar – mid Dec early Jan – early Jun

late Sep – mid Dec late Sep – mid Mar

late Sep – mid Mar

late Sep – mid Jun

late Sep – mid Jun

late Mar – early Sep

late Mar – mid Dec early Jan – early Jun

mid Sep – mid Mar mid Sep – mid Jun late Mar – early Sep late Mar – mid Dec late Mar – mid Dec early Jan – early Jun

mid Sep – early Dec late Mar - mid Dec

Total: 39.629

International: 5.189

Student Population Perks

Public university, top research university, urban setting, large campus

Known for its Northern California lifestyle, students at UC Davis are standouts among California’s higher education institutions. UC Davis is home to problem-solvers and changemakers, and prides itself on sustainability and outstanding academic programs in fields like agriculture and animal sciences. This 5,300-acre campus borders the city of Davis, one of the most liveable cities in America. Athletics and school pride play a central part of student life here; the “Aggie Pack” is the country’s largest student spirit group. Over 22,000 of UC Davis’ 40,000 students bike to campus each day, and anyone who loves great weather and outdoor activities would be an excellent fit here.

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: Homestay

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate Housing: Homestay

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate Housing: Homestay Pathway into: Academic Program

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: Homestay Pathway into: Academic or Concurrent Program

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Homestay

I think that studying abroad is totally different from studying in China, experiencing something different from what you’ve experienced for so many years. I would definitely recommend studying abroad to anyone who is thinking about it.”

Manxhi Ye

University of California, Los Angeles Academic Concurrent Language Summer

1905

Total: 44,947

International: 7,500

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), is the largest and arguably the most iconic of the 10 UC system campuses. It’s renowned for its top ranked programs, distinguished professors and faculty, including Nobel Prize winners, Guggenheim Fellows, members of the National Academy of Sciences, and other prestigious academic organizations. On campus, you’ll enjoy the same full access to 800+ clubs and campus facilities as full-time students. Off campus, you’ll find theaters, shops and restaurants in nearby Westwood Village, one of the safest and most attractive neighborhoods in Los Angeles. For more entertainment, hop on a bus for a short ride to Beverly Hills, Santa Monica and, of course, the beach!

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Quarter

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Winter Quarter

Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Spring Quarter

Spring Qtr + Summer (A + C)

Spring Qtr + Summer (A+C) + Fall Qtr

SUMMER ACADEMIC

Session A (6 week) + C (6 week)

Session A 10 Week

Session A 3 Week

Session A 6 Week

Session A 8 Week

Session B 3 Week

Session C 3 week

Session C 6 week

VIRTUAL SUMMER ACADEMIC

Virtual Summer - Session A (10 Weeks)

Virtual Summer - Session A (3 Weeks)

Virtual Summer - Session A (6 Weeks)

Virtual Summer - Session A (8 Weeks)

Virtual Summer - Session B (3 Weeks)

Virtual Summer - Session C (3 Weeks)

Virtual Summer - Session C (6 Weeks)

Virtual Summer Quarter

Virtual Summer Qtr + Virtual Fall Qtr

STUDY TOUR

VIRTUAL STUDY TOUR BIG DATA & BUSINESS APPLICATION

Virtual Winter Quarter

late Sep – mid Dec late Sep – mid Mar late Sep – mid Jun mid Jan – mid Mar mid Jan – mid Jun late Mar – mid Jun late Mar – mid Sep late Mar – mid Dic

late Jun – mid Sep

late Jun – early Sep

late Jun – mid Jul

late Jun – early Aug late Jun – mid Aug mid Jul – early Aug early Aug – late Aug early Aug – mid Sep

mid Jun – late Aug mid Jun – mid Jul mid Jun – late Jul mid Jun – mid Aug mid Jul – late Jul early Aug – late Aug early Aug – mid Sep late Jun – late Aug late Jun – early Dec

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: Off-campus apartment

early Feb – late Feb

GPA Requirement Range: 2.85 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: On-campus dormitory

GPA Requirement Range: 2.85 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: None

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: None

THE World University Rankings, 2022 #21 Virtual programming options available Americas 54 korea.studyabroadfoundation.org

programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

ACADEMIC CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Summer Quarter

Summer Qtr + Fall Qtr

CYBERSECURITY CERTIFICATE

DATA SCIENCE CERTIFICATE

JOURNALISM CERTIFICATE

VIRTUAL ACADEMIC CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Fall Quarter

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr

Winter Quarter

Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Spring Quarter

Spring Qtr + Summer Qtr

Summer Quarter

Summer Qtr + Fall Qtr

BUSINESS ANALYSIS CERTIFICATE

CYBERSECURITY CERTIFICATE

DATA SCIENCE CERTIFICATE

FINANCE CERTIFICATE

late Jun – late Aug late June – early Dec

GPA Requirement Range: 2.85 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English

Housing: Off-campus apartment

MARKETING CERTIFICATE

SUSTAINABLITY CERTIFICATE

USER EXPERIENCE CERFICATE

late Sep – early Dec late Sep – mid Mar

early Jan – mid Mar early Jan – Mid Jun mid Mar – Mid Jun mid Mar – late Aug late Jun – late Aug late Jun – early Dec

GPA Requirement Range: 2.85 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English

Housing: N/A

JOURNALISM CERTIFICATE

MARKETING CERTIFICATE

SUSTAINABLITY CERTIFICATE

USER EXPERIENCE CERFICATE

SAF Scholars enjoy the beach

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University of California, Riverside

Riverside, California, United States

Americas

Academic 1954

Undergraduate Graduate Business Humanities Social Sciences

Total: 21,539

International: 1,500

Public university, large international student population, quarter system

Studying at University of California, Riverside (UCR) would give you access to a world-class education in the beautiful setting of Southern California. UCR boasts the most diverse student body in the entire prestigious University of California system—and it’s the 12th most diverse campus in the United States. This means you’ll have an opportunity to expand your network of contacts worldwide, while keeping a full social calendar of cultural events. Among others, the College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences hosts 20 departments in which you would find plenty of for-credit courses. The possibilities, like the California sun, are endless.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Quarter

Fall Quarter + Winter Quarter

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Spring Quarter

Winter Quarter

Winter Quarter + Spring Quarter

late Sep – mid Dec late Sep - late Mar late Sep - mid Jun late Mar – mid Jun early Jan – late Mar early Jan – mid Jun

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 + Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: On-campus apartment

Geming Liu

Academic program alumni

I started this exchange experience with an attempt to explore my self-identity and become a selfexpert, because I felt like I had gotten stuck in life during my sophomore year [of college].”

Famous Alumni

Billy Collins | Poet

Famous Landmarks

Griffith Observatory

Balboa Park

Mission Inn

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Quarter

Fall Quarter + Winter Quarter

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Fall Quarter Concurrent

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Spring Quarter

Winter Quarter

Winter Quarter + Spring Quarter

CONCURRENT PROGRAM

University of California, San Diego

San Diego, California, United States

Total: 35,821

International: 8,500

Top research university, highly diverse student body, oceanside setting

With nearly 266 sunny days per year, 100 kms of beaches and 50 kms of mountains to explore, San Diego offers you the perfect conditions to live an active lifestyle at one of America’s top research universities. You’ll feel at home in this city, where you can enjoy dining outdoors, shopping and exploring the many parks. On campus, swim laps in the indoor or outdoor pool, play tennis on one of 20+ courts, or connect with the UCSD Activities Manager to plan your next adventure, from whale-watching to Disneyland.

late Sep – mid Dec late Sep – mid Mar late Sep – mid Jun late Sep – mid Dec early Oct – mid Jun late Mar – mid Jun early Jan – mid Mar early Jan – mid Jun

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English

Housing: Off-campus apartment

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Spring Quarter

Winter Quarter + Spring Quarter late Mar – mid Jun early Jan – mid Jun

CONCURRENT PATHWAY PROGRAM

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: Off-campus apartament

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Fall Quarter

Fall Quarter + Winter Quarter Academic late Sep – mid Mar late Sep – mid Jun

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Quarter

Fall Quarter + Spring Semester

Fall Quarter + Winter Quarter

Spring Quarter

Spring Quarter + Summer

Spring Quarter + Summer + Fall Quarter

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr

Spring Semester

LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Quarter

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr Concurrent Spring Qtr + Summer

early Oct – early Dec early Oct – late Jul early Oct – late Feb mid Mar – early May late Mar – early Sep late Mar – early Dec late Mar – late Feb mid Mar – late Jul

early Oct – late Feb early Oct - mid Jun late Mar - mid Dec

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: Off-campus apartment

Pathway into: Academic Program

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Off-campus apartment

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: Off-campus apartment

Pathway into: Academic Program

University of California, Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Program Offers

Study Levels

Founding Year

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Quarter

Fall Quarter + Winter Quarter

Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Fall Qtr Concurrent + Winter Qtr Concurrent + Spring Qtr

Spring Quarter

Spring Quarter + Summer A

Spring Quarter + Summer A + Summer B

Spring Qtr + Summer A + Summer B + Fall Qtr

Winter Quarter

Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

CONCURRENT PROGRAM

Fall Quarter

Fall Quarter + Winter Quarter

Winter Quarter + Spring Quarter

CONCURRENT PATHWAY PROGRAM

Spring Quarter

Spring Quarter + Summer A Academic

SUMMER ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Summer A

Summer A + Summer B

Summer B

Summer C

Location: Disciplines

Total: 24,346

International: 3,000

Student Population Perks

Public university, large international student population, Greek life, quarter system

Americas

UC Santa Barbara offers world-class academics in Southern California on an oceanfront campus considered to be one of the most beautiful campuses in the world. The university is known for its collaborative culture, studentfocused resources, and ground-breaking innovations across many disciplines of study. Classes are held in stateof-the-art facilities. The student body is diverse, active and undoubtedly embraces the California lifestyle. You’ll fit right if you enjoy biking and skateboarding to class, as well as surfing, hiking and swimming in your free time. On-campus restaurants feature healthy options, tasty Latin fare and cuisines from across Asia. This is a study abroad experience you won’t want to miss.

late Sep – mid Dec late Sep – mid Mar late Sep – mid Jun late Sep – mid Jun late Mar – mid Jun late Mar – late Jul late Mar – mid Sep late Mar – mid Dec early Jan – mid Mar early Jan – mid Jun

late Sep – mid Dic late Sep – mid Mar early Jan – mid Jun

GPA Requirement Range: 2.8 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced

Housing: Off-campus apartment

early Mar – mid Sep early Mar – mid Dic

GPA Requirement Range: 2.8 +

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Off-campus apartament

GPA Requirement Range: 2.8 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: Off-campus apartment

Pathway into: Academic Program

late Jun – late Jul late Jun – mid Sep early Aug – mid Sep late Jun – late Aug

GPA Requirement Range: 2.7

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced

Housing: Off-campus apartment

Famous Alumni

Shuji Nakamura | Nobel Prize-winning Inventor & Engineer

Finn E. Kydland | Nobel Prize-winning Economist

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

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University of Colorado, Boulder

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Total: 33,246

International: 3,000

Public university, top research university, sports teams, large campus ACADEMIC

Whether your goal is to develop expertise in a select discipline or gain a global perspective, our programs at this university will help you achieve it. A national public research university boasting 150 academic programs across nine colleges and schools, CU-Boulder is known for its hands-on opportunities and challenging coursework that prepares students like you for success in a globalized world. The university lies in the heart of the scenic city of Boulder, which sits 5,430 feet above sea level at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Boulder enjoys 300+ days of sunshine annually and moderate weather. In sum, if your goal is also to explore 300 miles of bikeways and 43,000 acres of open space abroad, this is the university for an outdoor enthusiast like you.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: Residence hall

LANGUAGE

LANGUAGE

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Residence hall

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: Residence hall

Pathway into: Academic Program

Zhe Xi

Academic Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“I have been able to improve my English through classes and meeting a lot of people.“

Famous Alumni

Tsakhiagin Elbegdorj | ‘President of Mongolia Jonah Hill | Actor

Program Offers

Academic Language

University of Hawaii, Hilo

Hilo, Hawaii, United States

Study Levels

Founding Year

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Academic Year

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester Hawaii CC

Fall Sem Hawaii CC + Winter Qtr Hawaii CC Spring Qtr Hawaii CC + Summer Hawaii CC

LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester Hawaii CC Spring Quarter Hawaii CC + Summer Hawaii CC

Famous Alumni

Location: Disciplines

Total: 3,974

International: 100

Student Population Perks

Public university, large international student population, oceanside setting

The University of Hawaii, Hilo offers SAF Scholars amazing opportunities to explore one of the most beautiful areas of Hawaii. Hilo is on the largest of all of Hawaii’s islands, and is home to one of the most unique cultures in the world. Hilo’s average temperature of 84 degrees Fahrenheit makes living there a breeze. Under the sun you’ll have the opportunity to explore diverse wildlife culture, a zoo, coral reefs, gardens and parks nearby to campus. Choose to deepen your knowledge in any discipline for which you meet the prerequisites, and be inspired to study some of the most unique disciplines, including Marine Science, Aquaculture, and Hawaiian Studies, in one of the most unique areas of the world.

late Aug – mid Dec mid Jan – mid May late Aug – mid May

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced

Housing: On-campus apartment

late Aug – mid Dic late Aug – early Mar late Mar – late Jul

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: On-campus apartament

late Aug – mid May late Mar – mid Dic

Jing Deng

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: On-campus apartment

Pathway into: Academic Program

Academic program alumni

“I feel like studying abroad has changed me as a person. I’ve learned how to live independently.

If you’re thinking about studying abroad—just do it— it’s a fantastic experience.”

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

Hiroki Fujita| ‘NeoPhoenix Head Coach

Americas

Oxford, Mississippi, United States University of Mississippi

Academic Concurrent Pathway 1844

Undergraduate Graduate Business Commerce Social Sciences

Total: 23,780

International: 1,000

Public university, sports teams, Greek life, college town, suburban setting

The University of Mississippi, colloquially known as Ole Miss, provides students an exceptional education at a reasonable price. Here you may grow academically and achieve your study abroad goals through hands-on assistance from friendly and supportive staff. SAF Scholars have reported high satisfaction with their professors and with their ability to integrate into the campus community. The campus resides on 2,000+ acres, containing expansive lawns, impressive southern architecture, and a variety of wooded trails. Sports are integral to university culture, and none is as famous as Ole Miss football. Study here in the fall to experience one of America’s most active and exciting football cultures. Beyond campus, in the city of Oxford, which locals call the ‘Cultural Mecca of the South’, you’ll enjoy opportunities to attend festivals and engage with the local artists. Enroll for an allAmerican experience you’ll never forget.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

late Aug – mid Dec

mid

mid

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: On-campus dormitory

Aug – early May

CONCURRENT PROGRAM

Fall Semester Spring Semester

CONCURRENT PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester Spring Semester

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Qtr + Summer

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall Semester

Academic Year

LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Qtr + Summer

programs are

late Aug – mid Dec mid Jan – early May

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate Housing: On-campus dormitory

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

late Aug – early May mid Jan – mid Dec

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: On-campus dormitory Pathway into: Academic Program

late Aug – mid Dec mid Mar – late Jul mid Mar – mid Dec late Aug – mid May

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: On-campus dormitory

late Aug – early May mid Mar – mid Dec

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

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Undergraduate Humanities Science

Social Science

Missoula, Montana, United States University of Montana

Total: 10,962

International: 500

Perks

Public university, residential campus, small class size, mountain setting

Located in picturesque Missoula, Montana, the University of Montana (UM) provides students with a beautiful atmosphere to live and study. Missoula is the second largest city in Montana, and locals and students alike live an outdoorsy lifestyle. Missoula has more than 550 acres of parkland, 22 miles of walking trails, 4,200 acres of conservation lands, and 24,000 trees. The scenic university campus spans more than 156 acres and encompasses 64 unique buildings. With a large student population, the University of Montana comes alive with exciting American college sporting events, social clubs and student-run events. For language learners, UM’s Office for Student Success provides a wide range of resources that benefit SAF Scholars, such as the Writing and Public Speaking Center and unique subject-based study sessions. The stage is set for you to dream big and achieve big in what’s known as ‘Big Sky .’

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: On-campus dormitory

late Aug – mid Dec mid Jan – early May

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate Housing: On-campus dormitory

CONCURRENT PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester late Aug – early May

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Qtr + Summer

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall Semester

Academic Year

LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Qtr + Summer

late Aug – mid Dec early Mar – late Jul early Mar – mid Dec late Aug – mid May

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: On-campus dormitory

Pathway into: Academic Program

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: On-campus dormitory

late Aug – early May early Mar – mid Dec

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: On-campus apartment

Pathway into: Academic Program

Select

Undergraduate Business Social Science

States University of Oregon

Eugene,

Oregon, United

Total: 23,634

International: 2,500

Public university, large international student population, Greek life, college town

Hundreds of years since its founding, the University of Oregon (UO) remains the largest in the state of Oregon, but its classes remain small, with a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. In this way, you may enjoy the perks of a large American campus (sporting events, social clubs), while benefitting from personalized instruction that is characteristic of smaller universities. Eugene’s official slogan, “A Great City for the Arts and Outdoors”, describes the lifestyle you could live there. Recreational activities such as cycling, running, rafting and kayaking are among the most popular things to do in the city Eugene. Don’t miss the Oregon Festival of Music in August and the Asian Celebration in February (which highlights the history and cultures of the countries that make up the continent), and the weekly Saturday Market, where you may shop crafts, souvenirs and more.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Fall Semester + Winter Quarter

Fall Semester + Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Spring Quarter

Spring Quarter + Summer

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall

Winter Quarter

Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Fall Sem + Winter Qtr

Fall Sem + Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Spring Quarter

Spring Qtr + Summer

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall + Winter Qtr

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall

Summer + Fall Qtr

Summer + Fall Qtr + Winter Qtr

Winter Quarter

LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Fall Sem + Winter Qtr Academic

Spring Quarter

Spring Qtr + Summer Academic

Spring Qtr + Summer Academic + Fall Sem Academic

Summer

Summer + Fall Qtr Academic

SUMMER LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

late Sep – mid Dec

late Sep – mid Mar

late Sep – mid Jun

late Mar – mid Jun

late Mar – mid Sep

late Mar – mid Dec

early Jan – mid Mar

early Jan – mid Jun

late Sep – early Dec

late Sep – mid Mar

late Sep – early Jun

early Apr – early Jun

early Apr – mid Sep

early Apr – mid Mar

early Apr – early Dec

early Jul – early Dec

early Jul – mid Mar

early Jan – mid Mar

late Sep – mid Mar

late Sep – mid Jun

early Apr – mid Sep

early Apr – mid Dec

early Apr – mid Mar

early Jul – mid Dec

early Jul – mid Mar

Summer early Jul – mid Sep

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced

Housing: On-campus dormitory

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: On-campus dormitory

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate

Housing: On-campus dormitory

Pathway into: Academic Program

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: On-campus dormitory

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

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Virtual programming options available

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States University of Pennsylvania

Total: 24,806 International: 5,000

Private university, Ivy League, urban setting, public transporation setting

Study at the United States’ first university, where you’ll become part of 200 years of history. Dream big: Penn’s undergraduate program has produced more billionaire alumni than any other university in the world, and Penn’s Notable alumni include United States presidents, 35 Nobel Laureates, and a multitude of Fortune 500 CEOs. Located in Philadelphia, also known as the City of Brotherly Love, the campus you’ll call home provides proximity to urban conveniences and activities such as festivals and professional sporting events. What’s more, you’re in prime location to explore historic sites, including Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were both signed, marking the birth of the nation.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Fall Semester + Winter Qtr

Fall Semester + Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Spring Qtr + Summer

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall Sem + Winter Qtr

LANGUAGE STANDALONE VIRTUAL PROGRAM

ENGLISH FOR LEADERSHIP & INNOVATION

Spring Quarter Virtual Language

Summer Virtual Language

SUMMER ACADEMIC PROGRAM

SUMMER SESSION

late Aug – mid Dec

late Aug – mid Feb

late Aug – mid Jun

late Feb – mid Aug

late Feb – mid Dec

late Feb – mid Feb

GPA Requirement Range: 3.3 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: Off-campus apartment

early Feb – late Feb

early Aug – late Aug

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Off-campus apartment

late Jun – early Aug

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: None

GPA Requirement Range: 3.3 +

Language Prerequisite Level:Advanced Housing: On-campus dormitory Famous Alumni

Donald Trump | Former President of the United States

Elon Musk | ‘Tesla CEO

Phyllis Lin | ‘Chinese Architect, Writer and Poet

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

Undergraduate Language Language 1827

University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Total: 88,766

International: 23,000

Public university, large international student population, urban setting

Frequently ranked as Canada’s top university, University of Toronto fosters learning and helps every student flourish through small classes and attentive staff. You will advance your English language skills in a decades-old program that has a global reputation for excellence. Residing in Canada’s largest city, University of Toronto offers a multicultural community to all students. The United Nations recognizes Toronto as the most diverse city in the world. About half of Toronto’s population is born outside of Canada. Located along Lake Ontario, Toronto is also a cosmopolitan wonderland comprised of modern skyscrapers and a multitude of public parks. The city’s famous skyline is punctuated by the CN Tower, which is the largest freestanding building in the Western Hemisphere and was named one of the Seven Wonders of the World by the American Society of Engineers. But why read about it? Now’s the time to go experience it for yourself.

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Fall Semester + Winter Quarter

Fall Semester + Winter Quarter + Spring Quarter

Spring Quarter + Summer

Spring Quarter + Summer + Fall

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall Sem + Winter Qtr

Minlin Liao

Academic Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“I choose to study abroad so that I could get out of my comfort zone.”

late Aug – mid Dec late Aug – early Mar late Aug – late Jun early Apr – late Aug early Apr – mid Dec early Apr – early Mar

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Homestay

Program Spotlight

English Language Standalone

Famous Alumni

William Lyon Mackenzie King

Canada’s Longest-Serving Prime Minister

Sir

Frederick Grant Banting

Nobel Laureate and Insulin Co-Discoverer

With its impressive academic reputation, cultural opportunities, and friendly campus, the University of Toronto is one of the best universities globally. Passionate teachers encourage active participation in every English language class to build confidence in speaking and to nurture each SAF Scholar for linguistic success. Beyond the classroom, the language center hosts cooking classes, board game nights, and bowling events, creating a positive intercultural environment for a globally minded student.

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University of Victoria

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Total: 21,593

International: 4,000

1903

Public university, highly diverse student body, oceanside setting, small town

Safe, friendly, and beautiful are three words full-time students often use when describing the University of Victoria (UVic). With a maximum of 18 students in each class, you can expect to experience the personalized and welcoming community firsthand. What’s more, nature abounds on this park-like campus. Outdoor activities are common—it’s no surprise, as the campus reflects the city around it. Victoria is considered one of the best cycling communities in Canada. Activities occur throughout the year, as the city has some of the mildest weather in Canada. By taking a quick 15-minute bus ride, you can enjoy all the amenities and charm of downtown Victoria. Better yet, take a leisurely 20-minute stroll from campus to reach the ocean, a wonderful park, and shops and cafes selling everything from local produce to coffee.

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Fall Semester + Winter Quarter

Fall Semester + Winter Quarter + Spring Quarter

Spring Quarter + Summer

Spring Quarter + Summer + Fall

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall Sem + Winter Qtr

SUMMER LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Summer

SUMMER LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

ENGLISH FOR GLOBAL COMMUNICATION (4-WEEK)

Virtual Summer

Program Spotlight

English Language Standalone

early Sep – early Dec early Sep – late Feb early Sep – late Jun early Apr – early Sep early Apr – early Dec early Apr – late Feb

late Jun – early Sep

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Homestay

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Homestay

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

early Jul – late Jul

University of Victoria’s lush British Columbia campus welcomes with open arms. Its profoundly personal English language program offers SAF Scholars the freedom to choose English learning styles best suited to them, from traditional language classes to conversation with native English volunteers to using the Writing Centre, Computer Assisted Language Lab, and the teaching labs, where students can speak without the pressure of a formal setting.

Housing: Homestay

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Undergraduate Arts

Vanderbilt University

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

International: 1,500

Private university, sports team, urban setting, large campus, mountain setting

Built with the vision of providing a “gateway to greatness,” Vanderbilt has created an atmosphere to inspire and invigorate students. Faculty and staff encourage students to strive to meet their educational goals and address the big questions that affect culture and society. Therefore, the majority of students focus on a joint combination of rigorous academics and community involvement. The campus lies near downtown Nashville, known as “Music City” for its connection to world famous American singers such as Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan and Taylor Swift. Due to Tennessee’s geographical location, you’ll be introduced to a mix of Eastern, Southern and Mid-Western American cultures. This eclectic mix will provide you with broad insight into American culture. And don’t forget to take in the views of the Great Smoky Mountains, one of America’s most beautiful natural attractions to which you’ll be ever so close.

ACADEMIC Fall Semester Academic Year late Aug – mid Dec late Aug – early May

Academic Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

Alumni

Al

Gore | Former Vice President

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United Kingdom

IES Abroad London Center

London, United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Total: > 500

Small class size, diverse student body, commuter campus, large city, urban setting

London is a truly global city made up of more than 8 million people from around the world who speak more than 300 languages. London also serves as a cultural capital and a world center for the creative industries. Internationally renowned museums, galleries, and artist-run exhibits abound.

The IES Abroad London Center, situated in the central London neighborhood of Bloomsbury, is a two-minute walk from the British Museum. The IES Abroad London Center is recognized by The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) for meeting or exceeding UK expectations as a quality higher education provider.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.75 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: Residence Hall

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: Residence Hall

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Famous Alumni

Chao | Actor & Model

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Program Offers

Study Levels

Academic 1895

Disciplines

London, United Kingdom

Student Population

Location:

United Kingdom

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Academic Year

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

THE GENERAL COURSE

Academic Year

Undergraduate Accounting Business, Economics, Finance, History, International studies, Law, Management

Total: 10,782

International: 5,930

Perks Founding Year

Public university, large international student population, urban setting

One of the world’s most prestigious institutions, London School of Economics is academically rigorous, culturally rich, and profoundly rewarding for both its students and faculty. Said founder George Bernard Shaw in 1896: “Better keep yourself clean and bright; you are the window through which you must see the world.” His expectation that students would have exciting futures in world-changing roles is represented in the 18 Nobel Prize alumni winners and continues in the school’s ethos still today. LSE’s academics and researchers remain at the cutting-edge of social sciences, shaping international policy, influencing opinion, and helping shape society on a global scale from its London home.

ENGLISH LITERATURE AND LINGUISTICS

late Sep – early Dec

Xiuhong Guo

Academic Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“My studies in London have made me feel ready for the future..”

late Sep – early Dec

GPA Requirement Range: 3.3 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: University - owned flat

GPA Requirement Range: 3.3 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: University - owned flat

Famous Alumni

George Soros | Businessman

David Attenborough | TV Personality

Taro Aso | Japanese Prime Minister

Total: 41,539

International: 16,500

Public university, large international student population, top research university

UCL has a history of academic excellence and is consistently ranked among the world’s top universities, with many schools leading their field. UCL is renowned for world-class research, global influence and impact across a broad range of subject areas. UCL’s reputation attracts and empowers the best and bravest thinkers, who constantly cross boundaries to create new ways of thinking, creating a home for thought leaders of today and tomorrow.

Join this community of great minds and choose your course of study at the multi-disciplinary university, home to centers of teaching from Medicine to Languages, Law to Engineering, History to Astrophysics. Immerse yourself in a global perspective that is championed by professors across departments. And, of course, enjoy UCL’s location in London. You’ll have access not only to the storied entertainment and social scene, but also to cultural and academic resources: Think Big Ben, Parliament, Buckingham Palace—and so much more. An urban adventure awaits!

GPA Requirement Range: 3.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: On-campus apartment

GPA Requirement Range: None Language Prerequisite Level: None Housing: None

GPA Requirement Range: 3.5 + Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: On-campus apartment

GPA Requirement Range: None Language Prerequisite Level: None Housing: None

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Undergraduate Engineering Science Social Science

University of Bristol

Bristol, United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Total: 22,278

International: 4,500

Highly diverse study body, historic town, traditional campus, small class size

Led by the Bristol Students’ Union, University of Bristol (or Bristol) is known for its vibrant society. You’ll experience this firsthand when you study in small classes alongside full-time students. Better still, Bristol is located in the heart of the eponymously named city that The Sunday Times called “the best place to be a student.” You’ll see why when you avail yourself of all this urban center has to offer. Hop on Bristol’s efficient public transportation, dine in English tea rooms, shop around town and go on tourist excursions. There are so many motivations to maximize your time abroad in Bristol.

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: On-campus dormitory

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English Housing: On-campus dormitory Pathway into: Academic Program

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English Housing: On-campus dormitory

Mintao Wei

Academic Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“I was able to practice my English because my classes focus a lot on interaction and collaboration with students.”

Wei Wu

Academic program alumni

“I am happy I have come here because I am more willing to communicate with different people and learn from them. I think that it is important to get out of your comfort zone to so that you can you can reflect and accept new ideas.”

University of Cambridge, Pembroke College

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Total: 21,656

International: 4,000

Public university, large international student population, historic town

Spend your summer studying at the University of Cambridge, the alma mater of Isaac Newton, Stephen Hawking, and Jane Goodall, to name a few. Hosted by Pembroke College, one of the university’s 31 autonomous colleges, your summer in historic Cambridge will engage you academically and culturally. Take coursework within your field of study, or branch out and take a class in a new discipline. No matter the subject, you’ll receive direct interaction with your lecturers in small discussion-based classes. During your free time, explore beautiful parks, river-side restaurants, and prestigious museums in the charming city of Cambridge.

GPA Requirement Range: 3.2 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: Residence hall

Famous Alumni

Charles Darwin

Isaac Newton

Stephen Hawking

University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

United Kingdom

To study at University of Edinburgh is to call home one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Against the backdrop of a UNESCO World Heritage cityscape, countryside and ocean, you will enjoy an enriching academic, social and cultural adventure. And, just imagine enjoying all that Edinburgh and the gateway to the Scottish highlands has to offer while attending a historic university consistently ranked one of the top 50 research universities in the world; fourth in UK for research power; and in the top 10 globally for the employability of its graduates.

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Xingyu Pan exploring Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland

University of Glasgow

Glasgow, United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Total: 26,635

International: 8,500

Top research university, historic town, large international student population

Choose to study at the University of Glasgow and you’ll walk in the footsteps of some of the world’s greatest influencers. Over the last five centuries, the university has fostered the talents of seven Nobel laureates, a U.K. Prime Minister and Scotland’s inaugural First Minister. Here, Albert Einstein has given lectures on the theory of relativity. What’s more, scientist Lord Kelvin, economist Adam Smith and television pioneer John Logie Baird all got their starts at UG, too. Beyond the green campus lies the city of Glasgow with its 20 museums and art galleries, countless unique vintage stores, cool cafés and stylish bars ready for you to explore.

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: University-owned flat

Famous Alumni

Albert Einstein | Physicist

James Watt | Inventor

Famous Landmarks

George Square

Trades Hall of Glasgow

Duke of Wellington Statue

LANGUAGE

University of Manchester

Manchester, United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Large international student population, commuter campus, sports teams, historic town

One of the largest and most prestigious universities in the United Kingdom, University of Manchester offers access to excellent faculty, research opportunities, and cultural activities for study abroad students. Located near the heart of a modern and multicultural city, Manchester city is full of cultural importance. Attend a musical performance at Manchester Arena or take in an opera, or other eye-catching performance, at the nearby Opera House. Of course, when it comes to football, be sure to experience the excitement of Manchester United or Manchester City match live. From start to finish, this study abroad experience promises to be engaging.

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: University-owned flat

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced, Intermediate, Beginner Housing: University-owned flat

LANGUAGE

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate Housing: University-owned flat

Pathway into: Academic Program

SAF scholar Takahiro YONEHARA holding the Premier League trophy Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

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University of Oxford

Oxford, United Kingdom

Total: 23,975 International: 10,000

Trimester system, small class size, historic town, small campus, small town

The renowned University of Oxford is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the English-speaking world. Its St. Anne’s College traces its origins back to 1879. Stroll through the campus town and take in historic sites such as the Carfax Tower, the University Church of St. Mary the Virgin, and Bodleian Library. In the classroom, experience the uniquely Oxford tutorial teaching method that includes lectures and weekly meetings with tutors to discuss topics in depth. On the weekend, travel just 60 miles to London for a cosmopolitan getaway. You’ll feel like a local sophisticate in no time.

SUMMER ACADEMIC

Summer Session 1

Summer Session 1 + 2

Summer Session 2

Summer Session 2 + 3

Summer Session 3

VIRTUAL SUMMER ACADEMIC

Virtual Summer Session 1

Virtual Summer Session 1 + 2

Virtual Summer Session 2

Virtual Summer Session 3

late Jun – mid Jul late Jun – early Aug

mid Jul – early Aug mid Jul – late Aug early Aug – late Aug

late Jun – mid Jul late Jun – early Aug mid Jul – early Aug mid Jul – late Aug

GPA Requirement Range: 3.2 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: On-campus dormitory

GPA Requirement Range: 3.2 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: None

ACADEMIC

Fall Semester Academic Year

Anne’s

ACADEMIC

Fall Semester

Academic Year

mid October – early December mid October – mid June

GPA Requirement Range: 3.7 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: University-owned flat

mid October – early December mid October – mid June

GPA Requirement Range: 3.7 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: University-owned flat

Lady Margaret Hall

St. Anne’s College

St.

Pre-Med

Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford

The University of Oxford is the second oldest university in the world, an iconic congregation of colleges in the heart of vibrant Oxford, just 60 miles from London. With an intense reputation its exceptional standards of education and research, its 30-plus student colleges have a warm and welcoming environment to call home.

Oxford Women

■ Conversations and personalized feedback leads Oxford’s renowned tutorial system

■ Follow in the footsteps of great minds, leading authors, and pioneering women

■ Study alongside your tutor and select classmates to explore your learnings and expand your knowledge

■ Experience the pomp and ceremony of a deeply traditional institution

St. Anne’s College, Oxford

Dating back to 1879, St. Anne’s College at the University of Oxford is part of one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the English-speaking world. Since its inception in 1096, Oxford has educated 28 British prime ministers, 55 Nobel Prize winners, and 120 Olympic medal winners. Sixty miles from London, Oxford is very much a student city with its 30-plus colleges creating a warm and welcoming environment to call home.

■ Sit down to grand formal meals from awardwinning chefs in your college dining hall

■ Join a welcoming community committed to learning and self-improvement

■ Follow Oxford’s unique tutorial system in 121 conversations with your personal tutor

■ A modern, forward-thinking college with an informal ethos but intense academic drive

One of the first two women’s colleges at the University of Oxford, Lady Margaret Hall was founded in 1879 when just nine women – called bluestockings – gathered to study. They were not allowed to graduate, although they joined lectures and took examinations – it wasn’t until 1920 that women could matriculate and receive their degree.

In 1977, men first entered LMH as students and tutors. And, in 2016, LMH was the first Oxford College to welcome under-represented students on a foundation year. With its defining pioneer spirit, it has a welcoming, warm, academically rich community that leads where others follow.

Oxford History

The University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge – known collectively as Oxbridge – are two of the best universities in the world. There is a fierce rivalry between them and has been since the 1209 when a number of Oxford scholars fled the town, some stories suggesting it was after a local woman died mysteriously and the locals hanged two scholars, without trial. The ex-Oxonians headed to Cambridge, about 100 miles away, to continue their studies. There, they established the first colleges that grew into the academic powerhouses we admire today.

University of the Arts, London

London, United Kingdom

Academic 1986

Undergraduate Arts Humanities Social Sciences

Total: 18,290

International: 9,000

Public university, highly diverse student body, capital city, urban setting

University of the Arts, London (UAL) ranks among the world’s top 10 universities for art and design. UAL is comprised of six colleges of art: Camberwell, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion, and Wimbledon, offering an extensive range of courses in art, design, fashion, communications and performing arts. Here you’ll be inspired to realize your creative genius through hands-on instruction by artists across mediums and disciplines. What’s more, you’ll reside in the cultural capital of London, a truly global city made up of more than 8 million people from around the world who speak more than 300 languages. Gain a deeper knowledge of British culture and explore the global impact of Britain on Western art, literature and even financial and political systems—or simply just be open to learn anything that this rich opportunity will teach you.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Fall Semester

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Spring Semester

Academic Year

London College of Fashion

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

mid Sep – early Dec mid Aug – late Nov mid Aug – early Dec early Feb – mid Jun early Jan – mid Apr mid Sep – early Apr

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: University-owned flat

Integrated and Non-integrated options available

mid August – late November early Feburary – mid June

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: University-owned flat

Integrated and Non-integrated options available

United Kingdom

Rika FUJINO with fellow classmates and her professor

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

University of Westminster

London, United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Total: 20,465

International: 7,500

Perks Founding Year

1838

Public university, highly diverse student body, historic town, urban setting

Westminster focuses on providing its students with unique access to a community of renowned professionals and faculty, and prides itself on its rich history of excellence in media. The university was the first polytechnic institute in the United Kingdom, and also opened the first public photographic portrait studio in Europe. As such, you may be required to submit a portfolio of your work as part of the application process. Located in central London, Westminster is a global university in a global city. London boasts 8 million residents who speak more than 300 languages, and the city serves as a world center for the creative industries. Frequent the museums and galleries, attend artist-run exhibits, take in events at famous sporting facilities, dine at cafés, and so much more.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: On-campus dormitory

Graduate and Undergraduate options available LANGUAGE

GPA Requirement Range: 2.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate Housing: Intermediate English Pathway into: Academic Program

Famous Alumni

Carl Ng | Actor & Model

Sir Alexander Fleming | Penicillin Discoverer Physician

Christopher Bailey | Burberry President

SAF Scholar enjoy the University of Westminster campus

Africa

IES Cape Town Center

Cape Town, South Africa

Diverse student body, Large international student population, Historic city, Oceanside setting, Urban campus

IES Abroad Cape Town immerses you in a dynamic, everchanging society. Our study abroad hub takes you to the heart of South African culture as you study at top local universities or join life-changing internships. Live with a host family and learn from local experts while exploring the city’s stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant communities. With a focus on social justice and sustainability, you engage with important issues facing the country today.

2.5 + Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing:

Asia

IES Abroad Tokyo Center

Tokyo, Japan

IES Abroad Tokyo offers an incredible study abroad experience with language instruction and cultural activities that take you to the heart of Japanese culture. From the student hub in Makuhari in Mihama ward, 45 minutes from downtown Tokyo, you can try delicious cuisine, explore the city’s diverse neighborhoods and iconic landmarks, and really get a sense of Japanese life. Tokyo blends traditional and modern lifestyles that will captivate you during courses, tours, and excursions curated and led by local experts.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: N/A

Nanzan University

Asia Run in partnership with

Nagoya, Japan

Undergraduate Language Academic 1949

Total: > 500

Founding Year

Public university, highly diverse student body, historic town, urban setting

In the Japanese city of Nagoya. Countless cultural traditions began here and have been passed down through generations—Nagoya is referred to as a geidokoro, a center for art and culture. Don’t miss the rituals and festivals that take place at temples and shrines throughout the area. Along with its cultural traditions, Nagoya is an important port city and industrial center with major international businesses having a presence here. Not only is it easy to get around the city, its central location in Japan makes it easy to explore Tokyo, Osaka, and more.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

late Aug – mid Dec early Jan – late May

Enda Hu

Summer Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“You might think that the time during study abroad is forever, but actually, it will be over in a second. Interact with foreigners, go to places and absorb a lot from experiences, and I think you will have a wonderful time during your study abroad.”

Famous Landmarks

Nagoya Castle

Nagoya TV Tower

Tokugawa Garden

Australia & New Zealand

STUDY TOUR

SYDNEY STUDY TOUR IN SPORT MANAGEMENT

Fall Study Tour

SYDNEY STUDY TOUR IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

IES Abroad Sydney Center

Sydney, Australia

Total: > 500

Diverse student body, Public transportation system, Sports teams, Small class size, Urban campus

Sydney is a city of experiences, and IES Abroad makes those experiences happen, guiding you in your big choices—which courses to take and how to have academic success—and in the little moment, like showing you the way to Barangaroo for a community picnic. It is a place where your questions are answered, and you feel profoundly supported. Your academic journey at Macquarie, University of New South Wales, or University of Sydney is, after all, only part of this once in a lifetime study abroad opportunity. IES Abroad Sydney has comprehensive student services and each of the staff uses their own study-aboard experience and thorough knowledge of living like an Aussie to ensure your time abroad is powerfully enriching.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: N/A

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: Hotel

Auckland, New Zealand University of Auckland

Total: 43.148

International: 8.000

Top research university, highly diverse student body, small classroom size, high faculty-to-student ratio

New Zealand’s largest and highest ranked university in the QS World Rankings, University of Auckland grew out of its 1883 college of 95 students and four professors to nurture, inspire, and transform tens of thousands of students each year from across New Zealand, Asia-Pacific, and the world. Auckland Uni was the birthplace of programming language R, popular with statisticians and data scientists, and enjoyed economy research and lectures led by Phillips-curve founder William Phillips, the influential economist. Still today teachers at University of Auckland create a vibrant atmosphere in both on- and offline lectures and classes, encouraging active participation and lively discussion that drives students towards success and deepens respect for the essence of what makes people different.

GPA Requirement Range: None

Fall Semester mid Sep – late Dec

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Homestay

Famous Landmarks

Auckland War Memorial Museum

Sky Tower

Viaduct Harbour

One Tree Hill

University of New South Wales

Sydney, Australia

Program Offers

Study Levels

Disciplines

Student Population

Academic Total: 53,481

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Spring Semester + Summer

Undergraduate Graduate Business Engineering Social Sciences

Founding Year

International: 14,500

Perks

1949 Public university, trimester system, large international student population

Spring Semester + Fall Semester

Academic Year

early Sep – mid Dec mid Feb – mid May mid Feb – late Aug mid Feb – mid Dec early Sep – late May

Opportunities are endless in this nationally-renowned and globally-known institution. The informal and welcoming nature of Australia affords SAF Scholars the ability to become familiar with the unique blend of Australia’s heritage and culture while also attending a wide range of courses. Nestled in a suburb of Sydney, the university provides access to the largest metropolitan area in Australia. Sydney plays many roles within the country, ranging from the business capital to a world-class hub of food, shopping, and cultural activities. Thanks to the warm climate of Sydney, you’ll enjoy an outdoor lifestyle year-round, opening the door for you to immerse yourself in the surrounding community. You may never want to leave.

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: University-owned flat

Famous Alumni

Scott Morrison | Australian Prime Minister

Lucy Turnbull | Former Sydney Mayor

King Maha Vajiralongkorn | of Thailand

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Location:

SAF Scholar met koalas and other native animals close up at the Wildlife Park in Sydney Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

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Run in partnership with

#301 - 350

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Academic Language Pathway 1869

Undergraduate Graduate Business Humanities Social Sciences

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand University of Otago

New

Zealand

International: 4,000

Public university, small class size, riverside setting, historic town, green setting

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Fall Semester

Academic Year early Jul – early Nov early Jul – late Jun

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Fall Semester + Winter Quarter

Fall Semester + Winter Quarter + Spring Quarter

LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

mid Aug – mid Dec mid Aug – mid Feb mid Aug – mid Jun

Oct 15 Week Presessional mid Oct – mid Jun

Asami Umehara

Summer Program Alumni

“The staff from the SAF office gave me a quick response whenever I was worried about something. Their support was good so that I could do study abroad feeling at ease.”

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced

Housing: University-owned flat

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Homestay

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Intermediate

Pathway into: Academic Program

University of Queensland

THE World University Rankings, 2022

Program Offers Disciplines Student Population

Academic Language Pathway

Brisbane, Australia

Location: Study Levels

Undergraduate Graduate Commerce Humanities Science

Total: 50,749

International: 15,500

Perks Founding Year

1909

Public university, highly diverse student body, capital city, large campus

Australia

Brisbane’s 300 days of sunshine annually make it an ideal locale for the 114-hectare campus that is home to three lakes, tennis courts, aquatic center, and the Schonell Theatre. The Student Union organizes festivals throughout the year, and you may choose to join one (or more) of 220 student clubs and organizations. The University is located in the neighborhood of St Lucia, in the city of Brisbane, which is proud of being ‘Australia’s New World City’. The city makes extensive efforts to welcome international students through the annual City Welcome Festival, the Lord Mayor’s International Student Friendship Ceremonies, and the Brisbane International Student Ambassador Programs. There’s always something to do in Brisbane.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Spring Semester + Fall Semester

Academic Year

LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Presessional 15-week Spring Quarter Spring Semester

late Jul – mid Nov mid Feb – mid Jun mid Feb – mid Nov late Jul – mid Jun

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: Off-campus apartment

Yaokun Xu

Language program alumni

“I’ve been able to practice English with my roommates and professors because I need to speak English every day I’m here. I learned to how not be shy; everyone here is very kind and willing to help you just have to be open and outgoing.”

mid Mar – mid Jun late Mar – late Nov early Jan – late Nov

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate Housing: Off-campus apartment

Pathway into: Academic Program

Famous Alumni

Geoffrey Rush | Actor

Kevin Rudd | Former Australia Prime Minister

Peter C. Doherty | Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine

Europe

1919

Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris / Alfred Cortot

Paris, France

Total: 1,100

Diverse student body, small class size, bike-friendly, historic city, cosmopolitan

Paris will be your classroom. Attend cultural events around Paris to help you familiarize yourself with the city and its culture. Enjoy visits to museums, performances at the Opéra Garnier, and classical music concerts at Salle Cortot and other local theaters. We do everything we can to help you integrate into life in the city so you will feel at home in Paris. From housing to cultural events, SAF will make sure you have the most authentic Paris experience possible.

Classical music students who wish to benefit from high quality, demanding instruction may audition for the prestigious Ecole Normale de Musique/Alfred Cortot (ENM). Founded in 1919 by the renowned pianist Alfred Cortot, the Ecole Normale is the private-school equivalent to the National Conservatory. The Ecole Normale is located in a stately mansion (designated a historical monument) in the 17th arrondissement. Instrumentalists may study teaching or performance, while vocalists focus on performance only. Upon admission to the program, you will be asked to submit an audition link and music resume. If accepted, you will also audition once onsite, in order to be placed in the correct level. All admissions decisions are made by the Ecole Normale.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

GPA Requirement Range: 2.75 +

Spring Semester

Academic Year early Jan – early May late Aug – early May

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English & Advanced French Housing: Apartment, Homestay, Residence Hall

Montmarte

Famous Alumni

Henri Dutilleux | Music composer

Alfred Cortot | Pianist

Pierre Petit | Photographer

Famous Landmarks

Notre Dame Cathedral The Paris Opera

SAF

Study Levels

Founding Year

Exclusive Program Available Run in partnership with Undergraduate Arts Business Commerce Humanities Social Sciences Academic Internship 1950

Virtual programming options available

Barcelona, Spain

Student Population Perks

Europe

Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain, and is the principal industrial and commercial center of the country. Barcelona enjoys one of the largest university “communities” in Europe. The city’s architectural, artistic, and cultural heritage bears witness to its 2,000 years of history. Its close proximity to other European destinations, its Mediterranean climate, and its cosmopolitan character make it a privileged city. Barcelona is a city that is distinctly different to any other city in Spain. Think of all the wonderful architecture you’ll see, history you’ll learn, local residents you’ll meet, and all of the tapas you’ll eat!

ACADEMIC

BARCELONA ACADEMIC PROGRAM IN POLITICAL SCIENCE & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

GPA Requirement Range: 2.75 +

Fall Semester

Spring Semester early Sep – mid Dec mid Jan – early Apr

INTERNSHIP

BARCELONA FULL-TIME SEMESTER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: Apartment, Homestay, Residence Hall

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Fall Semester

Spring Semester late Aug – late Nov mid Jan – early Apr

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: Apartment, Homestay, Residence Hall

Famous Departments

Spanish Language Studies Arts

Famous Landmarks

La Sagrada Familia

Picasso Museum

FCB Camp Nou

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

1950

IES Abroad Berlin Center

Berlin, Germany

Language

Social Science

Total: 1000

Capital city, Diverse student body, Historic city, Metropolitan, Public transportation, Small class size

Glamourous yet gritty, Berlin is the cosmopolitan capital of Germany and one of Europe’s most exciting cities. A long-time hub for artists and forward-thinkers, the city is steeped in culture, with museums, opera houses, and fine architecture, as well as world-famous landmarks like the Berlin Wall. With a long and often complicated history, Berlin is also a wellspring of historical sites, from the parliamentary home of the Reichstag to the Holocaust Memorial. This once-divided city has united in recent times, into a thriving symbol of growth and development within Europe. Perfect for history buffs and art lovers alike, Berlin has everything to offer a curious mind.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing:

Gerning Liu

Former Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“This city is not too big that you will feel lost, but not too small that you can’t find everything you need: nice restaurants, shopping malls, beautiful parks, great theatres, interesting farms, grand stadiums and more. Most importantly, people here are nice and the lifestyle is very balanced and peaceful.”

Famous Departments

International Affairs

Urban Studies

Famous Landmarks

Brandenburg Gate

Reichstag building

Berlin Wall Memorial

IES Abroad Dublin Center

Dublin, Ireland

The cultural heart of Ireland, Dublin has a delightful welcome. From the genuine smiles that greet you at IES Abroad Dublin to the supportive community you grow to be a part of, your experience in Ireland will create memories that last a lifetime. Maybe in the City of Literature, you want to follow in the footsteps of George Bernard Shaw, Oscar Wilde, William Butler Yeats, and Samuel Beckett by taking the Writers Program. Maybe you are inspired to join the National Theatre School of Ireland for a semester. Maybe you are committed to building on your academic credits and step into student life at Dublin City University or the iconic Trinity College, Dublin. IES Abroad Dublin is your go-to for student services and information for your entire Irish adventure.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.50

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: Residence Hall

GPA Requirement Range: 2.50

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: Hotel

SAF student Kevin Shan visits the Dunluce Castle

markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

Run

Virtual programming options available

IES Abroad Milan Center

Milan, Italy

Total: 1000

1950

Milan is one of Italy’s most vibrant, cosmopolitan cities, known for its fashion and design industries, historic landmarks, and incredible food. As the economic and cultural capital of Northern Italy, Milan gives you a unique opportunity to dive into the Italian language and culture while studying music, business, or the delights of Italy today with leaders in their field. With a range of cultural activities and field trips, IES Abroad Milan gives you an unforgettable experience in one of Europe’s most dynamic and inspiring cities.

early Sep – mid-Dec

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Spring Semester

Summer

STUDY

TOUR

Winter Quarter

mid Jan – mid May

late May – late Jul

mid Jan - mid Feb

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester Spring Semester late Aug – mid Dec mid Jan – mid May

REMOTE INTERNSHIP

Summer Winter Quarter mid Jul – late Aug mid Jan – late Feb

IES Abroad Paris Center

Paris, France

Total: 1000

Capital city Cosmopolitan, Diverse student body, Historic city, Small class size

For an unforgettable adventure in the City of Light, IES Abroad Paris as two locations offering a unique study abroad experience in one of the world’s most iconic cities. Depending on your specialism or aspirations, you chooser a program that immerses you in the French language, culture, and history, diving into coursework at prestigious local universities or cultural activities supported and led by local experts across the city. Live with a host family and explore Paris’s stunning architecture, museums, and legendary cuisine. With excursions to other parts of France, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the country’s diverse culture and history.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.75 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English

*Individual study tracks may have additional language requirements, speak with your study advisor to find out more.

Housing: Apartment, Homestay, Residence Hall

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: N/A

SAF Exclusive Program Available Undergraduate Arts Commerce Humanities Social Sciences Academic 1950

N/A Virtual programming options available

Vienna, Austria

Location:

Europe

Total: 1000

Vienna is a home of western civilization. Can you imagine learning about Freud’s theories of psychoanalysis and then touring his home and the office where he practiced? Or studying politics and international organizations and visiting the UN, the OSCE, or OPEC? How about exploring art history in Vienna’s world-famous galleries and museums? Welcome to Vienna, the heart of Europe! Wherever possible our courses take advantage of the city’s historical, artistic, and cultural sites and include a hands-on, practical component.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 + Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced

Famous Departments

German Language

European Business, Economics and Politics

Society and Self

Famous Landmarks

The Hofburg

The Vienna State Opera House

Mozarthaus

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Institut Catholique de Paris

Paris, France

Europe

Total: 6,000

Diverse student body, small class size, commuter campus, urban setting, large city

Paris will be your classroom. With its grand boulevards, world-famous monuments, unparalleled literary and artistic history, and simple joie de vivre, Paris is a city that will change you forever.

The Paris of today is a multifaceted and multicultural metropolis that offers a doorway to the cultures of the world. It teems with populations from former French colonies like Senegal and Morocco, with Asian and European immigrants, and with business people and scientists from around the globe.

Founded in 1875 for religious training, the Institut Catholique de Paris offers a full curriculum to a diverse student population. As a small, private university that enrolls 5,000 French students each year, the ICP gives you the benefit of small classes where you can study and interact with French students and professors.

late Aug – mid Dec early Jan – early May

GPA Requirement Range: 2.75 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English & Advanced French Housing: Apartment, Homestay, Residence Hall

Famous Alumni

Audrey Tautou | Actress

Jean Vanier | Catholic philosopher and theologian

Simone de Beauvoir | Writer and philosopher

Famous Landmarks

Notre Dame Cathedral

Eiffel Tower

Louvre Museum

SAF Scholars explore Paris

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester Spring Semester

late Aug – mid Dec early Jan – early May

La Villa Bastille

Paris, France

Total: 1,100

Paris will be your classroom. Imagine developing your painting skills in the city where Impressionism began. The City of Lights will inspire you just as it has thousands of other artists of all styles and genres throughout the eras. We do everything we can to help you integrate into life in the city so you will feel at home in Paris. From housing to cultural events, SAF will make sure you have the most authentic Paris experience possible.

La Villa Bastille is an art school (drawing and painting) where students have the opportunity to work freely and independently while benefiting from the instruction of an experienced artist. At La Villa Bastille, students can put into practice the principles needed to depict live models or can learn the different painting techniques (watercolor, oil painting, acrylic painting). Small groups enable individual guidance by the instructor.

GPA Requirement Range: 2.75 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English & Advanced French Housing: Apartment, Homestay, Residence Hall

Mintao Wei

Academic Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“I choose to study abroad because I knew being here would inspire me for the future.”

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

Famous Departments

International Affairs

Famous Landmarks

Brandenburg Gate

Reichstag building

Berlin Wall Memorial

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ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester Spring Semester

Paris Marais Dance School

Paris, France

Small class size, historic city, walking-friendly, cosmopolitan

Paris will be your classroom. The City of Lights will inspire you just as it has thousands of other artists of all styles and genres throughout the eras. Attend cultural events around Paris to help you familiarize yourself with the city and its culture. Enjoy visits to museums, performances at the Opéra Garnier, and classical music concerts at Salle Cortot and other local theaters.

The Paris Marais Dance School is a part of the Marais Centre Dance, established in 1970. This private institution offers student-centered classes to experienced dancers. The Paris Marais Dance School is located in a former hôtel particulier that dates from the 1600s in the stylish 4th arrondissement. The institution boasts three recently renovated dance studios that are still decorated with the original wood-beamed ceilings.

late Aug – mid Dec early Jan – early May

GPA Requirement Range: 2.75 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English Housing: Apartment, Homestay, Residence Hall

Famous Landmarks

Versailles

Galeries Lafayette

Moulin Rouge

SAF Scholar explores Paris

Paris School of Business

Paris, France

Total: 3,000

Diverse student body, small class size, large international student population

Enjoy all that Paris has to offer while studying Business and International Affairs in the City of Light. Founded in 1974, the Paris School of Business is a Grande École management school located in the 13th arrondissement of Paris. The school is known for academic excellence and international preparation. Students attending classes at the Paris School of Business will be able to take advantage of the many clubs and vibrant energy on campus.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester Spring Semester

late Aug – mid Dec early Jan – late Apr

GPA Requirement Range: 2.75 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: Apartment, Homestay, Residence Hall

Mahiro Watanabe

Former alumni

“People should learn what the world is through their own eyes... after I came here and met so many friends, I found all of them to be awesome, kind and cooperative. And I noticed that it is necessary for us to [see] with our own eyes and think for ourselves.”

Famous Landmarks

Eiffel Tower

Arc de Friomphe

Champs–Élysées

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Program Offers

Study Levels

SKEMA Business School

Sophia Antipolis, France

Founding Year

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Location: Disciplines

Spring Semester late Aug – mid Dec early Jan – late Apr

Student Population

Total: 2,200

Perks

Private university, small class size, digitally integrated campus, green setting

Europe

The idyllic lifestyle along the French Riviera makes traveling along the coastline one of life’s great pleasures, with Nice conveniently located between Cannes and Monaco. But did you know that Nice is also close to Sophia Antipolis, Europe’s well-known science park that houses more than 1,300 international companies in information and communications technology, biotechnology, and research? This park is also known as the French Silicon Valley, and is where you’ll be taking your classes at SKEMA Business School.

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: Apartment, Homestay, Residence Hall

Zhiwei Xu

Former alumni

“What did I enjoy most about my summer...? Meeting a lot of foreign friends. Multicultural experience. Delicious and diverse food.”

Famous Alumni

Jean-Claude Blanc | Football Executive

Jean Philippe Cortois | Microsoft Executive

Yannick Agnel | Olympic Gold Medalist

Famous Landmarks

French Riviera

Musée Matisse

Verdon Gorge

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Sorbonne Université

Paris, France

Total: 42,681

International: 8,109

Top national university, bike-friendly, large international student population

You know what it’s like to fall in love—but Paris won’t break your heart. You’ll want to spend all of your time admiring cultural icons like the Eiffel Tower and getting lost in the city’s exquisite art scene while studying abroad in Paris. On an average day you might savor the decadent French cuisine at a local restaurant and take a walk along the River Seine and wander aimlessly through the city streets for hours. Paris will be your classroom. From the time it was founded in the Middle Ages through its restructuring in the late 1960s, Sorbonne Université has attracted scholars from around the world. We do everything we can to help you integrate into life in the city so you will feel at home in Paris. From housing to cultural events, SAF will make sure you have the most authentic Paris experience possible.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester late Aug – mid Dec

GPA Requirement Range: 2.75 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English & Advanced French Housing: Apartment, Homestay, Residence Hall

Famous Alumni

Carla Bruni | Former First Lady

Vera Wang | Fashion Designer

Louis Pasteur | French biologist, microbiologist and chemist

Famous Departments

Humanities Science Medicine

Famous Landmarks

Palace of Versailles

Point Alexandre III Bridge

Notre Dame Cathedral

Trinity College Dublin

Dublin, Ireland

Top national university, historic city, highly diverse student body, student societies

Study abroad in Dublin in the cultural center (and heart) of Ireland. Stroll along the River Liffey and visit Dublin Castle. Enjoy the energetic music scene and lively theatre with your new local and international friends. You’ll have the joy of befriending the Irish (did we mention that the Irish are known for their hospitality?).

Just think, you’ll be studying in Dublin, the City of Literature that’s home to such greats as George Bernard Shaw, Oscar Wilde, William Butler Yeats, and Samuel Beckett. Learn about Dublin’s history by exploring Dublin Castle which was built in 1204. See the 7th Century Book of Kells, a masterful example of an illuminated manuscript, that is housed in its own climate-controlled archive in Trinity College Dublin’s old library.

GPA Requirement Range: 3.3 +

Fall Semester Spring Semester late Aug – mid Dec mid Jan – late May

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: Residence hall

Xiuhong Guo

Academic Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“I choose to study abroad because I want to experience different cultures and have some great memories.”

Universidad de Leon

Leon, Spain

Founding Year:

1843

Language Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“After I came here and met so many friends, I found all of them to be awesome, kind and cooperative. And I noticed that it is necessary for us to [see] with our own eyes and think for ourselves.”

Total: 12,643

International: N/A

Public university, historic town, urban setting, public transportation system

Universidad de Leon is one of the most prominent institutions in Europe and welcomes students from all over the world to its official center of languages. Leon, once the capital kingdom in the middle ages, is an ideal location to study Spanish and explore architectural masterpieces and famous cathedrals. By day, immerse yourself in the rich culture of the city, where the traditional language of Leonese is still a dialect spoken by locals. By night, enjoy the modern nightlife of Leon, which seamlessly blends the old and new to deliver an all-around unforgettable study abroad experience.

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: Beginner Housing: Homestay

Program Spotlight

Spanish language standalone

Leon is a calm, historic city where SAF Scholars happily immerse themselves in learning or enhancing their Spanish language abilities while integrating completely with Spanish daily life and culture. The language center takes pride in knowing each student personally and building a journey around them that nurtures each step, with small classes, experienced teachers, personalized lessons, and organized activities and visits around Leon.

Mahiro Watanabe

Undergraduate Language Language Summer

Universidad de Salamanca

Salamanca, Spain

Total: 31,834

International: 9,200

Public university, large international student population, historic town

Dubbed the “Oxford of Spain,” this prestigious university is an important hub for the study of the humanities in the region. University culture will surround you in this city with a strong heritage of education. When you study abroad in Salamanca, you can dive into the local student culture and let this charming city come to feel like home. Hone your Spanishlanguage skills while you engage with locals as you stroll through Salamanca’s Old City (a UNESCO World Heritage Site!). Get lost in the beauty of the aged architecture, such as the Baroque styling of the Plaza Mayor in the heart of the city. Many people flock to this university town because Salamancans’ Spanish is one of the easiest to understand, making it easy for you to communicate and experience a full immersion into the Spanish culture.

SUMMER LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Summer early Jul – late Jul

GPA Requirement Range: 2.5 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate Spanish Housing: Homestay / Residence hall

Famous Alumni

Miguel de Cervantes | Spanish Writer

Adolfo Suarez | Spain’s First Prime Minister

SAF Scholars take a cooking class learning how to make Paella

Universitat Leipzig

Leipzig, Germany

Academic Language Pathway

Undergraduate Graduate Arts Business Science

1409

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Academic Year

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

Fall Semester + Winter Quarter

Fall Semester + Winter Quarter + Spring Quarter

Spring Quarter + Summer

Spring Quarter + Summer + Fall Semester

LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester + Winter Quarter

Spring Quarter + Summer

Total: 28,275

International: 3,000

Location: Study Levels Program Offers Disciplines Student Population Perks Founding Year

Public university, large international student population, large campus

Universitat Leipzig is the second oldest university in Germany and has a long tradition of cross-subject and cross-faculty cooperation in research and teaching, which has enriched the intellectual and cultural life of the city over the past six centuries. Some of Europe’s most renowned scientists, scholars and musicians have either taught or studied at Leipzig. Now, it’s your turn. You’ll live in Leipzig city, a large, lively urban city known for its greenery, art museums, research facilities and music theaters. In addition, this East German metropolis has developed into an innovative business destination, where companies such as BMW, Porsche and DHL are headquartered. What better place to forge the foundation for your future career at a multinational company?

mid Oct – early Feb early Apr – mid Jul mid Oct – mid Jul

mid Sep – early Dec mid Sep – late Feb mid Sep – late Apr early Mar – late Jul early Mar – early Dec

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced Housing: University-owned flat

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: Beginner Housing: University-owned flat

mid Sep – mid Jul early Mar – early Feb

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate Housing: University-owned flat Pathway into: Academic Program

Minlin Liao

Academic Program Alumni

HEAR FROM A FORMER SCHOLAR

“I love my housing because it is comfortable and close to campus.”

Famous Alumni

Cai Yuanpei | Former President of Peking University

Sepp Blatter | Eighth President of FIFA

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Universiteit van Amsterdam

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Total: 32,631

International: 5,000

Diverse student body, global city, historic, metropolitan academic center

Are you eager to take an independent, fresh look at the world? Let Amsterdam redefine your perspective. This progressive city is known for its cutting-edge contributions to the arts, business, politics, and social policy, and for its importance in the history of Europe and the world.

The Universiteit van Amsterdam prides itself on its wide range of multidisciplinary offerings and its strong focus on internationalization. Rooted in 17th century Amsterdam, the university is known for its rich intellectual, artistic, and commercial history, and for its contributions to contemporary scholarship, business, and politics.

The world-class professors and course options at the Universiteit van Amsterdam (UvA) enhance your academic experience and provide you with new perspectives each day in class.

GPA Requirement Range: 3.0 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English Housing: Shared housing

Famous Landmarks

Rembrandt House Museum

Amsterdam City Canals

Anne Frank House

Rijksmuseum

Royal Palace Amsterdam

The Oude Church

Nieuwmarkt

1875

Université Catholique de L’Ouest

Angers, France

Total: 12,840

International: 1,600

Private university, large international student population, small class size

One of the oldest universities in western France, University Catholique de l’Ouest (UCO) lies at the heart of Angers, nestled between Paris and the Atlantic Ocean. As Angers abounds with waterways, museums and galleries, you’ll feel at home if you’re an outdoor or art enthusiast. You’ll study French at the UCO-CIDEF language center, recognized as one of the best by FLE Quality, the official French as a Foreign Language Quality label backed by the Ministry for Higher Education & Research, the Ministry of Culture & Communication, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. But your richest experience may well lie outside of the classroom. You’ll live with a French family, meet French students, and participate in program excursions that include local cultural events.

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: Beginner English Housing: Homestay

Diya Liu

Former alumni

“I really appreciate SAF for helping me get the chance to experience campus life... This 6-weeks’ experience will definitely be my lifelong memory. I want to share my story and true feelings with other students who also have the dream of studying abroad.”

Famous Landmarks

Château d’Angers

Terra Botanica

Angers Cathedral

Famous Alumni

Crowne Princess Victoria | of Sweden

Select programs are available only in specific markets. Speak with your study advisor to understand if a program is available to you.

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University College Dublin

Dublin, Ireland

Undergraduate Language Language 1854

Total: 32,387

International: 9,000

Top research university, quarter system, capital city, commuter campus

Ranked in the world’s top 1 percent of higher education institutions, University College Dublin (UCD) is Ireland’s largest university and home to the nation’s first customized language center, known as the Applied Language Centre (ALC). ALC excels in creating personal learning opportunities for international students committed to enhancing their English language abilities. Their methods have shown repeated success and attracted students from all over the world. One in every four students at UCD is an international student, which allows you to make worldwide connections. Beyond the expansive 130-hecatre park-like campus lies the storied and lively city of Dublin, with its castles, too. A dream come true.

Fall Semester

Fall Semester + Winter Quarter

Fall Sem + Winter Qtr + Spring Qtr

Spring Quarter + Summer

Spring Quarter + Summer + Fall Semester

Spring Qtr + Summer + Fall Sem + Winter Qtr

late Aug – mid Dec late Aug – mid Mar late Aug – early Jun late Mar – late Aug late Mar – mid Dec late Mar – mid Mar

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Homestay

Famous Alumni

William Butler Yeats | Author

Oscar Wilde | Poet & Playwright

George Bernard Shaw | Playwright & Critic

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

SAF Scholar Hana Fukui visits Giant’s Causeway

#601 - 800

THE World University Rankings, 2022

University of Limerick

Limerick, Ireland

Total: 17,000

International: 500

1972

Private university, large international student population, small class size

University of Limerick (UL) is a young and vibrant institution for higher education. It was the first Irish university established after Ireland’s independence in 1922, and always strives to be at the forefront of innovation. Many faculty members have won awards for contributions to their field or for innovation in teaching. Courses at Limerick are interactive and staff are helpful, responsive, and happy to provide individualized attention to each student. Located in Ireland’s third largest city and along the banks of the River Shannon, the campus has a picturesque view of the lush green countryside. The city offers a unique blend of old and new, with the 800-yearold King John’s Castle towering near Thurmond Park Rugby Stadium. You’ll experience the best of Ireland.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM Fall

LANGUAGE STANDALONE PROGRAM

Fall Semester

+

Quarter + Spring Quarter

LANGUAGE PATHWAY PROGRAM

Fall Semester

GPA Requirement Range: 2.9 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Advanced English

Housing: On-campus apartment

GPA Requirement Range: None

Language Prerequisite Level: None

Housing: Homestay

GPA Requirement Range: 2.9 +

Language Prerequisite Level: Intermediate English

Housing: Homestay

Pathway into: Academic Program

Yangchen Zheng

Former alumni

“I would like to encourage other students to take part in the program. The program will further enhance students’ interest towards biology, because students can isolate their own phages and do their own experiments to characterize its physical and chemical properties. Sttudy abroad provides students an opportunity to understand their culture in different perspectives as well as accept different perspectives from different cultures.”

What You Need to Apply

GPA Requirements

1. Aim for our recommended GPA and language test scores

Choosing your study abroad experience is about more than just the course and school’s rank. Find a location that resonates best with your personality and purpose. The words below appear in descriptions of each school and help you identify the study aboard destination perfect for you.

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These are general recommendations only, and admissions requirements vary by program. Please check your preferred program on the SAF website for exact admission requirements.

2. Prepare your documents for the SAF Portal

Including your: Home University Transcript Letter of Recommendation

Receive our expert guidance for soliciting letters of recommendation from your home university professors

Personal Statement

Receive our expert guidance for writing a personal statement that maximizes your chance of admission Bank Statement & Affidavit of Support from your Financial Sponsor

Evidence of meeting your program’s academic and language proficiency requirements

3. Submit your Application on the SAF Website

You’re ready to start your SAF application. Enroll early to secure your place.

Language Proficiency

You demonstrate proficiency in English by submitting your standardized English language test score that meets a minimum requirement. Acceptable standardized English language test scores include:

■ IELTS

■ TOEFL internet-based test (TOEFL iBT)

■ TOEFL paper-based test (TEOFL pBT)

■ Other university-defined tests, such as DET and iTEP

* iTEP equivalencies to Internet-based TOEFL sourced from http://www.itepexam.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/2-iTEP-Academic-Equivalency-Chart-08NOV16.pdf

** DET (Duolingo English Test) equivalencies to IELTS sourced from https://englishtest.duolingo.com/scores

Minimum English language test score requirements and equivalences provided by IES Abroad and are for reference only.

Language Examinations

Widely popular and accepted worldwide, TOEFL iBT PBT stands out as both an internetbased test (iBT) and paper-based test (PBT) at a test center. The iBT, you can take from the comfort of home. Each version of TOEFL tests all four academic areas — reading, writing, speaking, and listening — readying you for success at any international university. Your scores are ready in a few days.

With a test score delivered typically within 48 hours, Pearson is a popular, hassle-free way to show your language proficiency on your study abroad application. It’s a single, two-hour digital exam, graded by computer, that you take in a test center. There is no face-to-face examination with a person, and many distinguished institutions take Pearson results into consideration.

CET 4&6

Testing English language proficiency, TOEIC focuses on everyday English most likely to be useful in an international workplace. There are two tests: TOEIC Listening & Reading, a multiple-choice paper of 200 items, and TOIEC Speaking & Writing, which you can take together or separately. Each test’s scores range from 0 to 200 and are used to allocate your proficiency level from 1 to 8 (speaking) and 1 to 9 (writing).

IELTS

The International English Language Testing System grades on a scale of 1 (absolute beginner) to 9 (expert user) your English listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency. Created by a collaboration of global partners, the test is assessed by real people and not a computer. An IELTS score is required by immigration authorities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK.

Twice every year, the national Chinese English Test, CET, assesses Chinese undergraduates’ and postgraduates’ proficiency in reading, writing, and listening. A spoken test is optional and only available to students with high scores in the other components. A good CET score is very important if you want to graduate or have a good job. CET 4 shows your English is good enough to do a bachelor’s degree; CET 6 shows a post-graduate level of English as a non-native speaker.

Duolingo

An affordable way to prove your English proficiency, Duolingo is an online test that takes an hour. You can take it at home and need no appointment. As part of the test, you record a speaking sample to share with institutions you’re applying to. With adaptive questions, it effectively evaluates your ability, and you receive your scores within 48 hours.

IELTS for UKVI iTEP

UKVI is specifically designed for United Kingdom visa and immigration purposes. As a student, you take a test that assesses reading, writing, speaking, and listening, using the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) to grade your proficiency. There are approved test centers both in and outside the UK, and, currently, you can only take the test at an approved center.

You can choose to take your International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP) at home or an accredited test center. It has a corresponding preparation course, and you can take the 90-minute test once every three days until you’re happy with your result. For an Academic-Plus iTEP, the assessment covers grammar, listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

TOEIC

Helpful Hints For Your Search

Grade point average (GPA)

■ Required language skills are subject to change without notice

■ Some faculties and majors require higher language proficiency / GPA than the school’s standards

■ Each faculty and major field sets TOEFL / IELTS requirements and may define specific scores for each section

■ Evidence of learning history may be requested as well as language / GPA expectations

■ Contact SAF if you don’t meet the criteria

Faculty, department, and major lists

■ Faculty, department, and majors lists may change from semester to semester

■ Some faculties and departments restrict access based on academic history, grades, and English proficiency

■ Some majors and classes are extremely oversubscribed or only accept limited numbers of students

■ It’s safest to assume your first-choice major or class will be unavailable, so consider alternate options to avoid disappointment

Application criteria

■ To apply for SAF study abroad programs and undergraduate courses, you need a GPA of 2.0 to 3.7 or higher. Speak with your SAF representative for details of your chosen university’s GPA standards

■ You need a GPA 2.0 or higher to apply for language enhancement programs, but there is scope to accommodate lower than 2.0, so talk to SAF

What You Need to Apply

Admissions Requirements

What You Need to Apply

Your Application Journey & Beyond Meet the SAF Team

Student Counselor

Program Specialist

Program Specialists are your primary contact at SAF while you are on your program, and the main contact between SAF and your host university.

GEM Specialist

GEM (GEM stands for Global Enrollment Management) Specialists manage the admissions process at SAF. They review, process, and approve your applications. If you haven’t submitted the all the correct documents, you may hear from a GEM Specialist.

Crisis Management Team

On standby for a crisis, the Crisis Management Team monitors global events, communicates with you or your family about potentially dangerous situations. They also support you with local response plans in the event of an emergency.

Student Counselors are ambassadors for the study abroad experience. Many of them have returned from their own international study and are keen to support the next cohort of scholars.

Student Liaison Officer

In some locations outside of the United States, there is an additional local SAF staff member, a Student Liaison Officer. They are available in an emergency to support or guide you personally when you’re unsure of protocols.

Dean of Students

The Dean of Students is an SAF employee who works with students to address medical or disability concerns prior to their arrival, and to support on these issues during the program.

Study Abroad Support

As a SAF Scholar, you travel with peace of mind, knowing you have constant support throughout your study abroad experience. SAF works alongside international partners to ensure you have a deeply successful once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Before you travel, we gather comprehensive emergency contact information, so you get the right assistance when you need it.

Stages You’ll Go Through

SAF is a committed team of advisors and specialists that guide you through your study abroad adventure, from beginning to end.

There are several stages you’ll go through:

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Thinking about studying abroad

Applying

Preparing to depart

Your study abroad experience Returning

Thinking about studying abroad 1

You like the idea of studying abroad, it’s never too early to start planning. So talk to a SAF Student Counselor for more information. SAF has a designated Student Counselor specifically for students like you. If you don’t know who your Student Counselor is, then visit the SAF website to connect with us today. We have some great hints, tips, and traveling stories we can send you to help you decide what you want to do and where—and just get you super excited about an incredible lifechanging experience.

Our Student Counselors can answer as many questions as you have. Take time for a chat and indulge in some travel daydreams... daydreams that can come true.

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Our Student Counselors help you on the first step on your amazing journey. They’re here to guide you through your application when you’re ready. The SAF application process will ask you to upload information about you, your qualifications, and the program you’d like to take.

If you need help, just ask a Student Counselor.

When your SAF Application is ready and you’ve chosen your program and start date, a Program Specialist joins you on the next steps. Your Program Specialist checks you meet your chosen program’s language, academic, and GPA requirements. You will receive an email with all your SAF Student Portal login information. The Student Portal has your application information and status, so you can watch your application as it moves through the process.

There is a handy Document Center with associated document deadlines for each stage of your study abroad experience (if you don’t meet the deadlines, you could lose your chance).

Information requests with deadlines Application complete

There are some important things you need to do by certain deadlines, including:

■ Read the Deposit and Refund Policies

■ Complete the required application forms

■ Pay the program deposit or the application fee, whichever is applicable to your application

■ Consider travel logistics: flights and visa applications

Next, our admissions team in the U.S. reviews and approves your documents on the Student Portal. They will contact you if there’s a mistake in the application or you need to send more information.

This is the big moment! When you’ve completed the documents that are required for your application, you get a message telling you your status in the Student Portal is now Application Complete.

Our admissions team has vetted your application and set you up for success! The team submits your application to your chosen university, and now you wait. Sometimes decisions arrive quickly and others take quite a while—this is a time for patience!

While you wait to hear about your acceptance, start thinking about your travel arrangements. Your Student Counselor can help with the details and offer you some ideas.

Admissions decision

The SAF admissions team sends you an email about your acceptance as soon as we hear from your preferred host university.

Our admissions team uploads any documents you need, such as an acceptance letter, to the Student Portal. You have 10 days to accept your offer by submitting the Confirmation of Acceptance form. All other documents have their own deadlines.

Most universities issue visa documents to accepted students—work with your Student Counselor at home for any visa questions or guidance.

Preparing to depart 3

Once you have confirmed your participation, you will start to hear from your Student Counselor. You start getting alerts, orientation details, and information about your tuition, housing, and insurance fees. Whenever SAF sends you an invoice for fees, you have 10 days to pay the balance due. Your Program Specialist is arranging housing and arrival transportation. They are also monitoring emails from host universities to pass along pertinent details to students. It’s really happening!

Your to-do list

■ Add your flight information form to your Student Portal (you may need to arrange your own accommodation if you arrive early)

■ Look out for an email from your Program Specialist for information about

• Housing

• Arrival logistics

• Renter’s or host university insurance (you get another email from CISI with your insurance card and login details for the CISI App)

■ Work through your Orientation course (your Student Counselors will send your login details) before your program starts

• If you’re on a virtual program, there are Beyond the Classroom sessions throughout the term

■ Enjoy an orientation with your Student Counselor

■ Make sure you’re connected with the SAF Emergency Phone accounts

■ Pay your outstanding balance to SAF before your program starts

Staff on the ground have your flight details and emergency contact information to keep track of you while you travel. You’ve arrived!

On the official start date of the program, your Student Portal status switches to Active (or Active –Online for virtual programs). You have the support of the SAF team. The Program Specialists, Student Liaison Officers, Dean of Students and Crisis Management Team are all working to ensure a safe and successful learning experience you will never forget.

At this moment, students may experience cultural adjustment, this is part of the doing something completely new, and the SAF team is here for you. Everything is exciting, new, and different, but take a moment for the paperwork.

■ complete the Post-Arrival form in your Student Portal

■ complete the Course Registration Confirmation form

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For ANY questions or worries during your stay, contact the Program Specialist or Student Liaison Officer.

Your study abroad experience Returning

In an emergency, the Program Specialist and Dean of Students supports you and connects you with local resources, such as campus health services

At the end of the program, while you wait for your transcript from your Program Specialist or host university, take a few minutes to complete the End of Term Evaluation—it arrives by email. Transcripts take time, so plan to wait 4-6 weeks from the time your program ends to the time you receive your transcript.

As alumni, you are our greatest assets and the best storytellers. University Relations staff may invite you to share your story with prospective students.

Stand out with an overseas university experience

■ Access prestigious universities

■ Tailored program offerings

■ A life-changing adventure

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