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Arcadia Abroad - University of Aberdeen (Outgoing Program) Print  Save  Share
  • Locations: Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Arcadia 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2026 10/01/2025 01/01/2026 TBA TBA
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Housing type: Apartment, Residence Hall Program Provider: Arcadia
Year of Study: Junior, Senior, Sophomore Click here for a definition of this term Language Prerequisite: No
Click here for a definition of this term GPA requirement: 2.8 Area of Study: Accounting, Anthropology, Art History, Astronomy, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Classics/Greek & Roman Studies, Computer Science, Design, Ecology, Economics, English Literature, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies, Exercise Science, Film & Media Studies, Finance, French/Francophone Language & Culture, Geology, German Language & Culture, History, International Studies, Italian Language & Culture, Language & Culture - Other, Management, Mathematics, Music, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Pre-Engineering, Pre-Law, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology, Spanish/Hispanic Studies, Western European Studies, Women's and Gender Studies
Click here for a definition of this term Language Immersion: No
Program Description:

Arcadia - U of Aberdeen
One of Scotland's premier institutions, founded in 1495

Picture yourself off the beaten track in northeast Scotland, in the country's third-largest city, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and accompanied by 13,000 other eager students, all looking for a distinctive experience, rigorous academics, and the great outdoors.

Founded in 1495, the University of Aberdeen is one of Scotland's premier teaching and research institutions and has been a center of excellence for five centuries. The University conducts internationally significant research across a variety of fields including medicine, oil exploration and technology, marine and fisheries science, environmental management and planning, biological sciences, and Scottish and Irish studies. The university is ranked internationally in many subjects. Aberdeen offers courses across twelve different schools and Arcadia Abroad students can choose from a wide variety of offerings.
 
  • You'll find everything from animal health and welfare to sports and leisure management, as well as courses in Scottish history and culture. Philosophy, English, Celtic and divinity studies are also popular course choices.
 
  • There is a strong emphasis on STEM subjects such as biosciences, engineering, environmental science, and hydrocarbon/renewable energy studies linked to the North Sea oil reserves.
 
  • The recently renovated library is one of the world's "Must See" libraries, offering seven stories of material and incredible views of the city and the North Sea.
 
  • The university is located on the outskirts of the city and retains the feel of a small village with a congenial student body.
 
  • One £250 scholarship is available each semester to students in Arcadia’s program at the University of Aberdeen. Recipients of this award will be expected to complete a co-curricular project based in the northeast of Scotland. For more information, please contact your Program Manager.
 
  • Travel to fascinating places of interest that enhance your cultural immersion and give a meaningful context to your academic courses, through Arcadia's planned excursions and activities.
 
WHY ARCADIA?

Arcadia is a nationally recognized leader in higher education, offering exceptional study, research, and internship experiences for students from colleges and universities across the US. Our unique combination of customized, diverse academic programming and comprehensive support allows students to explore new worlds, get to know themselves, boost their resumes for future job opportunities and graduate school, and experience the incredible growth and shifts in perspective that a culturally immersive experience can deliver.

Please visit the Arcadia website for dates and the latest program information.
 


IMPORTANT NOTES:

Application Process
There is a dual application process for this program.  (1) Students must apply to for permission to study abroad on this program; you can do this by clicking the "Apply Now" button.  At the same time, (2) students apply directly to the program for admission.  The program application can be accessed on the program website.  Please pay close attention to both the IWU and program deadlines, as they may be different.

Tuition Cost
IWU has a home-school tuition policy, which means that students studying abroad will be billed the regular IWU tuition—unless the study abroad tuition is higher, in which case the student pays that higher cost.  Unless otherwise noted, IWU does not charge room and board for studying abroad; instead, students pay those costs to the program provider.