Receiving Universities

New Zealand’s oldest university, University of Otago is well regarded for its deep respect for the country’s rich cultural history and shaping generations of local leaders through its scientific, medical, political, literature, and athletic pursuits. On the South Island’s southeastern coast in the picturesque town of Dunedin in Otago, the University of Otago has been hailed as one of the world’s most beautiful campuses, with an abundance of mountains, harborside, and ocean views.

Established in 1885, Yonsei University is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in South Korea. Initially a medical school and the first modern hospital to practice Western medicine in Korea, it continues to be innovative and extremely competitive. It is one of Korea’s three SKY universities, giving it a special place in the national identity. Applicants come from the top one percent academically and admission puts students on a fast-track to success, with alumni among Korea's most influential politicians and policymakers, lawyers, physicians, engineers, and journalists.

A private research university with strength in STEM, Y.U. follows a holistic educational system that encourages collaboration between humanities and natural sciences, following its founding values of Christianity, Creativity, and Connectivity.

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. 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. 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.

The University of Westminster opened in 1838 and counts among its impressive alumni fashion designer Vivienne Westwood, design heavyweight Christopher Bailey, and Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters.

In 1841, Westminster opened the first public photographic portrait studio in Europe, and in 1896, the Lumière brothers hosted the UK’s first public moving-picture display here.

Westminster is in the heart of central London, surrounded by the world’s finest museums and galleries. Abundant in creative-industry leaders and forward-thinking business, as well as being home to 75% of Fortune 500 companies, London is the perfect springboard to launch your future career.

This is a young university committed to economic wellbeing, technological advances, and social justice. Given degree-granting status in 1963, University of Victoria (UVic) accelerated to become one of Canada’s top research institutions, and it is widely recognized for its civic engagement. It is little surprise that UVic alumni include notable politicians, jurists, and founders of leading tech firms Hootsuite, Flickr, and Slack.

The charmingly supportive community reaches out virtually in this English language learning experience.

Founded in 1827, the University of Toronto has led the charge in ground-breaking science—here, scientists discovered insulin—and counts five Canadian prime ministers, the actor Donald Sutherland, and The Handmaid’s Tale author, Margaret Atwood, among its notable alumni.

Considered one of the best places to live in the world, Toronto is a wonderfully dynamic, diverse city that celebrates arts, culture, and tolerance. Its citizens extend a truly Canadian welcome to the 23,000 international students who make up an important part of the cosmopolitan, multicultural community each year.