Location
Brighton, England
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When
Fall, Spring, and Year
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Application Deadline
Spring: October 1
Fall: April 15
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Host University
University of Sussex
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IFSA-Butler Services
Academics
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- Tuition
- Full academic advising and course selection/approval assistance
- Butler University transcript for easy credit transfer
- Academic records maintenance
- Grade and credit query assistance
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Housing
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- Housing is in university accommodation on the campus and in the lively seaside cities of Brighton and Hove
- Students purchase their meals from the many cafeterias or prepare their own meals in shared kitchens
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Predeparture support services
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- Personalized advising with your IFSA-Butler program advisor
- Welcome packet, Preparing to Study Abroad guide, Financing Study Abroad guide, and newsletter updates
- Parental support including Preparing to Study Abroad guide and Financing Study Abroad guide
- Assistance in accommodating students with disabilities
- Financial aid assistance and transfers
- Travel and student visa assistance
- Group flight arrangements to most destinations
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On-site services
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- Airport pickup for group flights
- Full-time IFSA-Butler staff abroad for assistance and support
- 4- to 10-day orientation programs (including transportation, accommodation, activities, student handbook and welcome materials, and most meals)
- Transportation to host university accommodation following orientation
- New student orientation at host university
- Newsletter updates throughout the semester
- IFSA-Butler welcome meal
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Excursions and activities
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- Mid-semester weekend excursions and adventure trips
- Cultural activities and social events
- Day trips and sightseeing tours
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Health services and emergency assistance
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- Full medical insurance plan for all students
- 24-hour emergency assistance and support from on-site IFSA-Butler staff
- Access to local medical facilities
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Finances
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- Numerous scholarships available
- Monthly payment plan available
- Ability to pay by credit card
- Support for U.S. university direct billing arrangements
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Application Process for Other Approved Programs
This program is offered through one of our approved program partners. In order to participate you must apply through, and be approved, by both St. Thomas and the program.
Application Process
- Attend a first-step session. Dates posted online at stthomas.edu/studyabroad.
- Schedule an advising meeting. This meeting will review:
- any questions you have about studying abroad, including program selection if you are considering multiple programs.
- the course approval process
- how to apply to Other Approved Programs
- Notify your study abroad advisor of final program selection.
- Complete all St. Thomas application materials by the St. Thomas application deadline.
- Complete program application via the program’s website by their deadline.
University of St. Thomas application deadlines:
October 1 for January Term and spring semester programs
March 15 for summer, fall semester and year-long programs.
Please note that some programs have deadlines earlier than St. Thomas.
St Thomas Criteria for Participation
- Minimum grade point average of 2.5.
- Students may not apply for, maintain an approved application, nor participate in a Study Abroad program while on academic or conduct probation. Any disciplinary records may be a consideration for approval to participate in an off-campus programs.
- View all eligibility requirements for study abroad through St. Thomas: stthomas.edu/studyabroad > Explore & Plan > Student Policies.
- Some programs have additional criteria.
Financial Aid/Scholarships
Financial Aid Awards (grants, loans and scholarships) typically apply to semester study abroad. Visit stthomas.edu/financialaid for instructions.
The Office of Study Abroad, and other approved program partners, offers scholarships. Visit stthomas.edu/studyabroad, and the program’s website, for details.
Program Information
For additional program information, contact the program partner.
For application procedures contact Study Abroad:
Office of Study Abroad
University of St. Thomas
MHC 212 (Mail 5026)
2115 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105-1096 USA
Tel: 1.651.962.6450
Fax: 1.651.962.5199
Email: studyabroad@stthomas.edu
www.stthomas.edu/studyabroad