Receiving Universities

As one of the world's very best universities, University College London consistently places in the global top 20 universities in a wide range of world university rankings. Notably, there has been at least one Nobel Laureate from the UCL community every decade since the establishment of the prizes in 1901. 

A member of the prestigious Russell Group, UCL has a maverick tradition of leading the way, being the first English university to admit women as equals to men, living true to its motto: “Let all come who by merit deserve the most reward.”

During your time at UCL, you have access not only to the best in entertainment and social environment but also to cultural and academic resources.

Universidad de Leon is one of the most prominent institutions in Europe and welcomes students from all over the world to its official center of languages.

León, once the capital kingdom in the middle ages, is an ideal location to study Spanish and explore architectural masterpieces and famous cathedrals. By day, immerse yourself in the rich culture of the city, where the traditional language of Leonese is still a dialect spoken by locals. By night, enjoy the modern nightlife of Leon, which seamlessly blends the old and new to deliver an all-around unforgettable study abroad experience.

Established in 1875, the prestigious private University Catholique de l’Ouest has a story that stretches back to the 11th century and has celebrated alumni including royals, archbishops, politicians, and leading thinkers. It is little surprise, then, that many Angers students are art and history enthusiasts. 

Over the centuries, UCO has grown to an institution covering nine campuses with six strong multidisciplinary faculties working together as “an open, committed, and responsible community” to “respond to the needs of society.”

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.

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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.