Program Offerings
Accounting and Finance,Administration, Architecture,Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Education, Engineering, English, Food Science, Forensic Science, Geography, History, Horticulture, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Languages, Law, Marketing, Mathematics, Physics, Politics, Psychology, and Sociology.
Cost
Students participating in the Strathclyde exchange program pay MU tuition and the Millersville general and tech fees directly to Millersville. There is an additional non-refundable, non-transferable $400.00 MU program participation fee paid directly to Millersville with the $40 application fee, due at time of application. Room and board is arranged by Strathclyde and paid directly to them.
These charges do not include passport and visa fees, airfare, books and supplies, possible medical vaccinations or incidental expenses such as laundry, personal travel or entertainment.
Frequently student demand outstrips the exchange slots available during a given semester. In this instance, students who do not receive an exchange slot but still desire to take part in the Strathclyde program have the option to pay Strathclyde-direct tuition.
Below are the estimated cost worksheets for the spring 2010 semester at Strathclyde. The first cost worksheet estimates costs based on the standard exchange costs and the second estimates the costs of a Strathclyde direct payment (only used when the number of slots available is exceeded by student demand.)
Spring 2010 Strathclyde Cost Worksheet - Exchange [pdf]
Spring 2010 Strathclyde Cost Worksheet - Direct Payment [pdf]
Transportation
The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, a 15-20 minute drive from the University of Strathclyde. The Edinburgh Airport is a 45 minute drive. There are airport buses available. Within the city of Glasgow, there are buses and subways. There is a high-speed Intercity rail service to London from Glasgow Central Station (5 hours).
Financial Assistance
Students should investigate loans which may be available, such as application for Federal Student Aid. Scholarships have individual regulations, and students should contact the Financial Aid Office to determine if their scholarships are transferable. Students can also look into grants such as the Rotary Scholarships which cover all expenses, including room, board, tuition, and airfare. The Rotary Scholarship form must be completed one and a half years in advance and is available from any Rotary Club. Another option is to research online or stop by our office for additional opportunities. Please see Financial Considerations for more information.
Dates
The first semester runs from the end of September to the end of January. Special arrangements can be made for US students needing to return early for the spring semester. The second semester is from the end of January to the end of May. There is a two-week Christmas break and a two-week Easter vacation.
Accommodation
There are a variety of housing options. Students may live in University residence halls or flats. Students may also make independent room or apartment rental arrangements within the city of Glasgow with the assistance of the University of Strathclyde and Millersville University.
Eligibility
Most students who study abroad are traditionally juniors. However, Millersville students can and do study abroad anytime after they have completed 24 credits. A limited number of participants are accepted for the exchange each year, and the selection may be competitive. Students should plan to complete the application the semester before wishing to go abroad. A minimum of a 3.0 GPA (Strathclyde requirement) and two letters of recommendation from MU professors are also required. The Director of Global Education & Partnerships will then interview students and participant selection will be made after the interviews are completed.
Transfer of Credit
Students should work with their advisors to select courses which will fit into their major(s), minor(s), and General Education requirements, if appropriate.
A Request for Study Abroad Resident Credits form, available in the Office of Global Education & Partnerships, must be completed before the student leaves. After the study abroad program is completed and a transcript is sent to Millersville University, the Registrar's Office determines the final transfer of credit. All courses taken at University of Strathclyde will come back to Millersville as transfer credit. Please consult the Undergraduate Catalog ("Transfer Credit") for the transfer policy.
Strathclyde Video
Please click the link below to watch a short video about the University of Strathclyde:
http://www.strath.ac.uk/igo/prospective/
To Apply
Once you have thoroughly read through the above information and addressed any questions/concerns with: parents or decision-making parties, advisor(s), and the Office of Global Education, you may follow the instructions below.
READ THE DIRECTIONS BELOW BEFORE BEGINNING THE APPLICATION.
IMPORTANT: Please carefully read the eligibility requirements on the first page to ensure you have meet the necessary minimum requirements. Type directly into each page of the application, including the recommendation forms. You will be able to save the document on your computer and resume in more than one sitting if necessary. Once the entire application is complete, please print it out, sign and date on the appropriate pages, and submit to the Office of Global Education. The application checklist on the second page is there for your convenience - incomplete applications will NOT be accepted.
**YOU MAY ONLY APPLY FOR ONE STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM PER SEMESTER**
For the STUDENT: Strathclyde Application [pdf]
Please type directly into this document.
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The Recommendation Form below is for EVALUATOR USE ONLY. The student's portion of the evaluation is included in the application and should be submitted to the recommendor BEFORE he/she completes the following document.
For the EVALUATOR:
Strathclyde Recommendation Form [pdf]
Please type directly into this document. |
