London, England
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An exciting and easily maneuverable European city, London is a major financial, political and cultural capital that boasts of rich museums, libraries, famous theaters, concert halls and historic buildings.
The capital of England and the most populous city in the United Kingdom with its population of seven million, it is home to more parks and gardens than any other capital in the world.
Imagine yourself in London, experiencing the British life and culture on a daily basis, and taking “the tube” (local subway system) to your classes near Imperial College.
Program Dates
Depart U.S.: September 5, 2024
Arrive London: September 6, 2024
Mid Semester Break: Oct 21-25, 2024
Depart London: December 6, 2024
Brochure Program Info Sheet Info Session Recording Important Dates Apply NowApplication Process
Ready to apply? Watch this six-minute video about how to complete the application.
In order for SMCCCD Study Abroad to review your eligibility, you must select “Skyline College” as your home college on the application. Learn more at the NCSAC London website.
About this Program
This program enables you to study abroad while making normal progress toward your degree objectives and earning fully transferable units in courses taught by community college faculty and guest lecturers. The London program is offered in cooperation with the Contra Costa County, Los Rios County, San Mateo County and Santa Rosa Junior College, and with the American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS), which arranges transportation, living accommodations, and a wide range of student and instructional support services.This program is part of the Northern California Study Abroad Consortium (NCSAC). Units earned in London will appear on your transcripts issued by the participating colleges.
Visit the NCSAC program page for a list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Courses OfferedProgram Deadlines
- April 19, 2024: Priority Application Deadline
- June 5, 2024: Application Deadline
- July 12, 2024: Final Payment Deadline
Students need not be currently enrolled at one of the sponsoring colleges in order to participate.
Program eligibility requirements:
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Have a cumulative GPA of 2.25 or higher.
- Have completed a minimum of 12 units of college level coursework.
Provisional Student Enrollment
Students who do NOT meet the application criteria (of at least 12 units and at least a 2.25 GPA) may use their current semester transcript in progress to assist with meeting the criteria, BUT MIGHT NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENROLL in the Study Abroad Program until after they receive their mid-term grades AND can demonstrate they are likely to meet the minimum qualifications.
After meeting these criteria, students may be allowed to be enrolled for the AIFS-SMCCCD Study Abroad Program under “Conditionally Accepted” status. Provisional students who finish the semester without meeting any of the minimum requirements will be dropped from the program.
Please read the Provisional Student Advisory, sign and submit it to studyabroad@smccd.edu if it applies to you.
Financial Aid
If you are receiving financial aid and would like to apply this towards the Fall 2024 Semester Abroad Program in London, you MUST complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA via studentaid.gov and work with the Financial Aid Office to complete all steps of the Financial Aid checklist.
Financial Aid Checklist AIFS Financial Aid Packet Consortium AgreementScholarships
SMCCCD Study Abroad offers a limited number of scholarships for students to study abroad. Visit our How to Pay section to learn more about applying to these opportunities.
Gilman Scholarship View SMCCCD ScholarshipsOption A: Shared Homestay: $9,495.00
Option B: Shared Residence: $11,250.00
- Option A - accommodations in a twin-bedded room in a homestay in London including continental breakfast five days a week and access to cooking and laundry facilities (towels are not included)
- Option B - shared accommodations in a fully furnished self-catered residence in central London – no meals included.
See the Program Information Sheet for details about what are covered for Both Options.
The above fee excludes airfare, passport or visa fees if applicable, meals other than those listed, personal expenses, any California Community College tuition or administrative fees, textbooks, additional field trips or excursions to those listed, anything not specified.
Budget SheetRefund Policy
- If a student withdraws on or before Wednesday, June 12, 2024, they shall receive a refund of: All fees paid less a $150 processing fee.
- If a student withdraws after Wednesday, June 12, 2024, but on or before Friday, July 12, 2024 they shall receive a refund of all fees paid less the $450 deposit and any non-refundable deposits paid by the student or by AIFS on the student's behalf.
- If a student withdraws after Friday, July 12, 2024, there is no refund, and the total program fee is due.
- If a student withdraws once the program has begun, there is no refund.
More Information or Questions?
For additional information or questions, please contact us at studyabroad@smccd.edu.
Professor Lindsey Ayotte: ayottel@smccd.edu
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Meet Your SMCCCD Faculty Teaching Abroad in London
Lindsey Ayotte is a Professor of Communication Studies at Skyline College. Lindsey holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from San Francisco State University and a Master of Arts in Communication Studies with an emphasis in Performance Studies from San Francisco State University. Lindsey is the current Director of Forensics: Speech and Debate Team at Skyline College. She believes that speech and debate allows students to develop public speaking and argumentative skills through the idea and practice of transformation through advocacy, creative expression and dialogue as students test ideas in conversation with communities outside their own. Lindsey has also served in various leadership roles at Skyline College.
Lindsey truly believes that humor in the classroom is an important way to build community, because learning should and can be fun. When Lindsey is not in the classroom she is most likely hanging out with her family and friends. Most weekends consist of playing with her 6 year old daughter. Lindsey would describe herself as a passionate food enthusiast with a deep appreciation for diverse culinary experiences especially while traveling. In addition, she loves to spend time outdoors, camping, and swimming.
Message from Professor Ayotte to prospective students: My goal for students during the semester abroad is to continue thinking for yourself. I want students to leave my courses and this experience not thinking the same way as I or your peers think but to learn to be more aware of the information you consume in order to be true critical consumers of knowledge. Oftentimes we associate the word "critical" with negativity but in fact this does not have to be true. To be critical of something is to consider the multiple perspectives/outcomes/solutions that are possible, rather than participating in a two-sided conversation. My courses will push you sometimes out of your comfort zone and encourage you to re-think what it is that you know. You all are coming from a very specific social location in which you have already existed for the duration of your life so far and this is important! You shouldn't feel like you need to check who you are at the door, but rather embrace your differences. What makes my courses, (I would argue all communication studies courses, but I am biased) successful is your willingness to participate fully, take risks in self-disclosure, and respect what your peers share as we attempt to make sense of what learning and engaging in dialogue amongst differences of opinion in an international setting can be.