St Andrews, Scotland
USAC Program
Program Focus - Full Curriculum Studies
College Web Site - www.st-andrews.ac.uk
Email Address - usac@unr.edu
Program Dates
Submit an application before the Application Deadline.
University Affiliation - University of St. Andrews (Enrollment- 6,000 students)
GPA Requirement - 3.3 (USAC), 2.75 (Loyola)
The Town of St. Andrews - St. Andrews is a beautiful town of 18,000 situated in its own sheltered bay on the Fife coast, 45 miles north of Edinburgh. It commands exceptional views of the Angus coast and the Grampian Mountains beyond. There are excellent road and rail connections to all of Scotland, Wales and England. The history of the town pre-dates the University (founded in 1410); there was a settlement on the site at least as early as the 6th century AD. Today against the tranquility of the coast and countryside, the ruins of the Castle and Cathedral stand over a town that is alive with students and local trades people. Academic and social life intermingle as people meet and talk in the lanes and quadrangles, at sporting events or at the numerous concerts and University balls. Local and University events ensure a rich cultural and social life for students and the combination of an intimate atmosphere and excellent facilities makes this university very special.
Courses - Available courses are too numerous to list. Here is a list of the departments that are believed to be of interest to USAC students. Students are not limited to these departments.
Ancient History and Archaeology
Art History
Biology and Biomedical Sciences
Chemistry
Classical Languages
Computer Science
Divinity
Economics
English
Geography
International Relations
Management
Mediaeval History
Modern Languages
Modern History
Philosophy
Psychology
Scottish History
Social Anthropology
Types of Accommodation
- Residence Halls- There are ten residence halls on the St. Andrews campus. In each residence, students are provided with a well-furnished bedroom serviced. There is a cleaning service provided on a regular basis. Most bedrooms have washbasins and shared bathroom facilities. Libraries, computer rooms and lounges are part of the residence halls, which provide ample opportunity for both academic and social activities. Living in a residence hall costs approximately $450/month for a single room and $350/month for a double room each with 19 meals per week.
- Student Houses- Well suited for students who prefer to cook for themselves. The university has 86 student houses in two complexes. Each student has six single bedrooms, a kitchen with dining facilities, shower room and toilet. Each complex has a utility room and a quiet room for study. (Cost is unclear from catalogue- between $350 and $450 per month).
Program Costs
2008-2009 - $13,180 per semester, $26,360 per year
* Does not include room, board, textbooks, or airfare
Loyola Fee - $1000 per semester and yearlong programs
Aid Transfer - Federal Stafford Loan, Federal PLUS Loans, Alternative Loans, Federal Pell Grant, IL Monetary Award Program Grant (MAP)
