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Study USA

Fancy experiencing life in an American college? Spend a full academic year at an American College or University studying Business and Management.

Each year between 50-60 students from Northern Ireland participate in the Study USA programme which has been running since 1994.

Overview

Degree Discipline

All

Website URL

https://nireland.britishcouncil.org/opportunities/study-usa

Country

United States

Work Style

In-person


Eligibility

Type of Placement

Study

Level of Study

Undergraduate

Duration

6-12 months, Full academic year (study exchange)

Undergraduates (FT) - Pre-Final Year (Students may only apply for the programme during Level 2 for participation the following year)

 

Restricted to EU Nationals


How to Apply

Apply via British Council - https://nireland.britishcouncil.org/opportunities/study-usa

Contacts

study.usa@britishcouncil.org


Further Information

Does it Cost?

Yes

Cost Details

Study USA is funded by the Department for the Economy.

The scholarship funding package (worth approximately £35,000) includes;

  • Room and board for the academic year
  • A generous text book allowance
  • One return flight to the US

Participant finance;

  • US student visa costs - £400-£550 approximately
  • Travel and health insurance – £400 - £600 approximately
  • Participation fee of £1500.  If a student is in receipt of a maintenance grant this fee will be waived.

 Tuition fees are waived by the participating US colleges and universities.

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