- London, England
Arcadia in London is an affordable and innovative way to get to know
one of the most cosmopolitan and exciting cities in the world.
Students can choose to study within a familiar American university
system with fellow study abroad students by taking all their courses
at the Arcadia London Center, which offers a range of courses looking
at the history, literature, sociology and culture of the UK. Students
can also mix Arcadia courses with electives chosen from a local
partner university - giving them exposure to the British academic
system and the opportunity to study alongside students from all over
the world.
This all-inclusive program offers pre-departure advising, on-site
orientation, housing, cultural activities/excursions, and full-time
program leadership and support in London. Special Arcadia scholarship
money is available for UT Austin students with high financial need.
Area(s) of Study
- Accounting
- European Studies
- International Relations And Gl
- Psychology
- Advertising
- Finance
- Journalism
- Public Relations
- Anthropology
- Fine Arts
- Law
- Radio-Television-Film
- Architecture
- Geography
- Liberal Arts
- Social Science
- Art History
- Government
- Management
- Social Work
- Business Administration
- Health And Society
- Management Information Systems
- Sociology
- Communication Studies
- History
- Marketing
- Studio Art
- Computer Science
- Humanities
- Music
- Textiles And Apparel
- Creative Writing
- Information Studies
- Natural Sciences
- Theatre And Dance
- Economics
- International Business
- Philosophy
- Women's And Gender Studies
- English
Sponsored by ARCADIA - a UT Affiliate
Academic Information
During the semester term, students will enroll in 12-16 credits: 1 required Cornerstone Course which offers experiential academic opportunities to learn about London, and 2-3 electives.
Faculty
Arcadia faculty use London itself as the classroom, including visits to historical sites, theaters, galleries, etc. in their teaching. In the semester, students may also take courses at City, University of London; Goldsmiths, University of London; London, College of Fashion; Queen Mary University of London; and University of Westminster.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Semester: 2.80 GPA, 2.3 for consideration
- Summer: 2.80 GPA, 2.0 for consideration
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
Students are guaranteed accommodation in Arcadia student residences. Arcadia students typically share a room with one other, and share a bathroom and kitchen with 2-3 other rooms. Housing options have a comfortable, close-knit atmosphere with 24-hour live-in staff and free resident life events. A typical London commute is 45 minutes.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Students will pay $75 app fee, $600 affiliated registration fee and $19/wk for overseas insurance to UT Austin. Students pay a program fee (tuition, housing) to Arcadia (see provider website for more details). Federal financial aid and scholarships apply for full-time summer (6 credits)/semester (12) enrollment.
Dates:
- Program: January 4, 2026 to April 18, 2026
- Instructional: January 4, 2026 to April 18, 2026
- Final Deadline: October 15, 2025
- Program: May 30, 2026 to July 10, 2026
- Instructional: May 30, 2026 to July 10, 2026
- Final Deadline: March 15, 2026
- Program: August 31, 2026 to December 13, 2026
- Instructional: August 31, 2026 to December 13, 2026
- Final Deadline: March 15, 2026
Application Code
340067
Program Coordinator
Jane Thiele
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Program Dates
Facebook
Next Step
1) View mandatory advising videos: Explore: Education Abroad 101. Attend a live EA Q&A to ask questions. 2) View the Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link below and apply! Find advising videos, Q&A events at https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising