Receiving Universities

Canada ranks consistently as one of the world’s friendliest and safest countries, so you are bound to feel comfortable and welcome from the moment you arrive. A few miles from the Atlantic Ocean, Saint Mary’s University celebrates its beautiful home of Halifax, Nova Scotia, by offering myriad outdoor clubs and opportunities for students, from kayaking and horseriding to skiing and hiking.

You will look back on your time at SMU and remember lively, engaging classes and friend-filled adventures exploring Canada and the United States East Coast.

Established in 1857, SJSU is the oldest California state university, but its San Jose campus sits at the heart of one of the most forward-facing neighborhoods in the world, Silicon Valley. This is where world-changing tech firms, such as Apple, Facebook, and Google, are headquartered alongside behemoth corporations Visa, Wells Fargo, and Chevron. The relationships between the university and local organizations are strong, partnered as they are in enhancing the economic, cultural, and social development of their local environment and communities.

Beyond its impressive inhabitants, San Jose has a beautifully preserved city center, rich in Spanish-colonial architecture and history. Its food, too, has strong Spanish influences.

This timeless, iconic university is the beating heart of the vibrant city of Oxford. Just 60 miles from London, Oxford is very much a student city with more than 30 student colleges creating a warm and welcoming environment to call home. You can study at one of two colleges.

St. Anne’s College dates back to 1879 and became a full college of the University of Oxford in 1952. Originally established as a place for women with the talent and determination to study at Oxford, the college now has a body of 800 students, both male and female. Gifted individuals who have studied or taught here include 28 British prime ministers, 55 Nobel Prize winners, and 120 Olympic medal winners.

Also founded in 1879, Lady Margaret Hall started with just nine women and, in 2016, was the first Oxford College to welcome under-represented students to take on a foundation year. With its defining pioneer spirit, it has a welcoming, warm, academically rich community that leads where others follow.

Established in 1855, Michigan State is a large public university with a vision to “advance the common good with the uncommon will” and a commitment to “push boundaries of discovery to make a better world.” Recognized internationally for its educational achievements and athletic accomplishments, MSU is also one of the greenest campuses in the US. It reflects the stunning Michigan landscape it is part of. Famously the Great Lake State, Michigan has the largest connected area of fresh water on Earth and 3,000 miles of coastline.

The London School of Economics (LSE) consistently nears the top of UK and global rankings. Since 1895, the LSE has pioneered social science research, challenged existing ways of thinking, and sought to understand the causes of things to transform them.

On a journey to global citizenship, you become part of an international community and culturally diverse population of 11,000 students, around 70% of whom join from outside the UK, representing over 140 countries. From the city-center campus, you discover London, one of the world’s most vibrant cities, and follow in the footsteps of the 18 Nobel Prize winners and many world leaders among LSE’s faculty and alumni.

Lewis & Clark University is a private liberal arts institution with a public conscience and global reach. Located just outside downtown Portland, Lewis & Clark offers the opportunity to study in a beautiful urban city, while exploring the natural beauty of Washington State.

The mid-sized American metropolis of Portland is home to more than 60 per cent of Oregon’s population. Its restaurants, museums, and markets contribute to its welcoming, vibrant ethos and give it a real sense of togetherness and community.

Founded in 1876, Johns Hopkins’ beautifully tree-lined campus with traditional architecture belies the cutting-edge work that takes place here and leads the way in research, internationally. In the heart of Baltimore, Maryland, a major metropolitan city, JHU is perfectly positioned for you to delve into an enviable routine of exploration, relaxation, and study and to integrate the diverse city life into your everyday.

Take advantage of the university’s and community’s active lifestyle, and share in the experiences of the study clubs and intramural sports.