University of Reading
Reading, England
 
The Program:
Ouachita students may study at the University
of Reading in south-central England, only twenty minutes from
London. At the University of Reading, students may take classes
in their major or classes that will apply to Ouachita's CORE curriculum
requirements. Students may earn up to 12 hours during the
semester.
While studying at the University of Reading, students live in the
university's residence halls, providing a chance to live and learn
with students from the UK and the rest of the world.
The Setting:
The University of Reading is a liberal arts university with a
curriculum similar to Ouachita. It offers
courses in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Reading offers its
15,000 undergraduate
and postgraduate students a European campus atmosphere in a beautiful pastoral setting. Stonehenge,
Windsor Castle, and Oxford are only a thirty minute ride by rail
from the campus.
Financial Aid:
All outside financial aid that a student is currently utilizing
may be applied toward the cost of the semester study program.
Ouachita allows a student to use 50% of Ouachita issued scholarships
(with the exception of work-study aid).
Requirements:
- Second semester freshman classification at the time of selection
- A minimum of a 3.0 GPA
- Good standing with the University
- Written Approval from the Dean of the school of the student's
major
Application:
The application deadline for study during a fall semester is March
1. For study during a spring semester, the deadline is October
1.
For more information about the University of Reading, please consult
http://www.rdg.ac.uk/studyabroad/
Obtaining a Visa:
UNITED KINGDOM (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales) - *Passport required. Visa not required for stay of up to 6 months. For additional information, consult the nearest visa-issuing Consulate General: CA (310/481-2900), IL (312/970-3800), or NY (212/745-0200). Internet: www.britainusa.com/embassy
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