UNITED KINGDOM

A GVSU AFFILIATE PROGRAM

United Kingdom: Edge Hill University Open to: All majors

TELL ME ABOUT THIS PROGRAM Nestled between the historic market town of and rolling green fields in North West , Edge Hill University’s beautiful campus is just 25 minutes outside the city centre of culturally diverse , and 40 minutes to the bright lights of Manchester. During your stay Edge Hill University you’ll be able to mix with students from all over the world, take in the lakes and scenery on campus, and relax in our cutting-edge sports complex, Sporting Edge. We know that studying in a foreign country can be both a daunting and life-changing experience, so our International Team and academic staff will provide you with dedicated support, from Welcome and Orientation right through to program completion. You’ll be living in on campus accommodation, with your own room as well as shared bathrooms and kitchens to chat with new friends. When you’re not busy broadening your mind, you’ll broaden your horizons with excursions us to beautiful places like Manchester, historical York and Chester, Conwy Castle in Wales and the breath-taking Lake District. Edge Hill University is a GVSU Affiliate Program. For more information: https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/incoming/study-abroad/

WHEN CAN I GO? Students have the opportunity to study for one semester or a full academic year. Semester 1 – September 14, 2017 – December 16, 2017 Semester 2 – January 4, 2018 – May 12, 2018 For more information: https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/incoming/study-abroad/

WHERE WILL I LIVE? All Edge Hill's study abroad students live on campus, in the dorms with British students and receive a meal plan for on-campus dining, to ensure maximum opportunity to discover what it is really like to be a student in UK higher education. And don't expect the room next door to have an American occupant - at Edge Hill we always try to ensure that US students are well-mixed in with the British! You will have access to a fully fitted kitchen and all cooking utensils so you will be able to prepare your own meals with your friends, however you will also have a meal plan that provides up to 12 meals per week. We have various catering outlets available on campus and a variety of cafes, restaurants and shops in Ormskirk town centre (10 minutes’ walk). The beautiful port city of Liverpool as just a 25-minute journey from campus, so whatever your preference, there will be something to keep you entertained. There is also a 24-hour campus support team if ever you need a hand. Students will have several housing options at Edge Hill University. For more information: http://www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/accommodation/

Padnos International Center www.gvsu.edu/studyabroad WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE? A minimum 2.75 GPA is required. A complete application must be submitted to the Padnos International Center through OASIS by the application deadline.

HOW DO I APPLY? To apply for this program, log on to www.gvsu.edu/studyabroad to begin your online application.

WHAT CREDITS WILL I RECEIVE? Students participating in Edge Hill program will either register for courses that have been pre-approved or will go through a course equivalency process. Student should visit the Pre-Approved Course Equivalencies. Courses listed under the pre-approved course equivalency lists have already been approved and therefore will not require a signature from the department. Students should visit Edge Hill University Study Abroad Catalogue to review course offerings that are most current and course credit information. ( https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/files/2017/07/Study-Abroad-Modules-2017-18-FINAL.pdf)

HOW MUCH DOES THE PROGRAM COST? The approximate fee for this program is Fall - $11,400 USD OR Spring - $11,675 USD. Includes Tuition Accommodation on campus in a single room Arrival pick-up from Manchester/Liverpool Airport (or the train stations as specified on the pre-departure webpage). Meal package which provides up to 12 meals each week Services of the International Office

WHO CAN TELL ME MORE? Padnos International Center 130 Lake Ontario Hall 616-331-3898 [email protected] Monday - Friday: 8am - 4pm Hours extended on Wednesday until 7pm during Fall and Winter Semesters Or

Edge Hill University Elinor Balensuela North American Study Abroad Recruiter Email: [email protected]

Padnos International Center www.gvsu.edu/studyabroad