UW SCORE Summer Research in England

Location

Cambridge
Cambridge boasts the highest bicycle use in the UK, offering scenic routes to admire the city’s architecture and college buildings. You can stroll the historic marketplace, study or relax in the many cafes, or catch a show at the Arts Theatre or one of several live music venues. With a population of around 125,000, Cambridge is also home to the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, one of the largest biomedical research clusters in the world. London is 50 miles south by train.

Oxford
Oxford, known as the “city of dreaming spires,” is a beautiful city of stunning architecture, history, and culture that offers plenty to do. You'll find ancient and modern colleges, fascinating museums and galleries, and plentiful gardens and green spaces. Oxford has a population of around 160,000, and in addition to being home to one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in the world, is also home to a growing tech industry. London is 60 miles east of Oxford and easily accessible by rail.

London
London and its extended suburbs have a population of 7.2 million people and it is one of Europe's most densely populated areas. It's home to over 350,000 students, many of whom are from outside the UK. There are a plethora of things to see and do, from some of the world's best-known monuments, architeture, historical landmarks, and beautiful parks and gardens, to galleries, sports clubs, restaurants, clubs, shopping, theatres, and more.  

Cost of living varies widely by location. Be sure to consult a variety of resources when researching cost of living.

Housing

In Oxford and Cambridge, housing will be in University-affiliated houses and colleges.

In London, housing will be arranged in in private student residence halls.

Program Considerations

In a physical sense, the on-site experience may be very different from life on the UW campus. You may walk or take public transportation more than you are used to in Madison. The physical activity level will vary by program, but in general you should be prepared for extended periods of time walking, potentially on uneven terrain.

For many students, discovering and experiencing new foods is a part of the experience. It is important to consider any dietary restrictions, whether they are due to health conditions, religious beliefs, or individual needs, and look into whether you can get the foods you need locally.

How you identify yourself in Madison may differ from how people will view you on-site. Consider exploring our Identity Resources to reflect on how your identities may impact your experience. Students with disabilities should keep in mind that attitudes and laws related to disabilities vary by country, and these differences may impact the level of accommodation available in a particular location. More details are available on our page on Study Abroad for Students with Disabilities.

We encourage you to contact your Study Abroad Advisor and share your accommodation needs with us as early as possible. This will allow us to help you explore your options in advance.

On-Site Support

The program has local contacts in who provide on-site support to program participants.

Orientation

Study abroad staff expect expect you to be an active participant in preparing yourself for your international experience. As a participant on a CALS/IAP program, you will receive a pre-departure orientation, either in-person or online. The type and format of this orientation will be provided to you upon acceptance to the program.

Upon arrival, you will attend orientation meetings with various staff members at your host institution.

Visa

A United Kingdom short-term study visa is required for U.S. citizens on this program. U.S. citizens must have a U.S. passport valid for at least six months beyond the end of the program. You will apply for your own visa but information will be provided. Non-U.S. passport holders may have different visa requirements. Ask your Study Abroad Advisor if you have any questions.

Getting to Your Program

You are responsible for arranging round-trip transportation to your program site.

Insurance

If you are a citizen of a country other than the United States and will remain/study in, or travel to your country of record (the location of your permanent residence), the insurance provided for you is the same as the “study away” insurance provided to U.S. citizens studying on domestic U.S. programs. You may want to explore alternative or additional international health and medical insurance that will cover your needs both while in and during any period of transit to/from your country of record. This may include participation in a national healthcare plan or coverage provided under a personal healthcare plan in your country of record.  If you have questions about the coverage of the “study away” plan, please speak with your Study Abroad Advisor.

All other students participating on an international program will automatically be enrolled in Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI), the university's international health, medical and repatriation insurance policy.

Program cost information includes program fees, as well as out-of-pocket expenses with notes to help explain costs. Program fees are estimated and can be adjusted at any time. Once accepted, you will receive a cost sheet that includes confirmed program fees and additional out-of-pocket expenses. "The IAP Program Fee" and all processes and policies stated on this cost sheet apply to all participants on programs managed by International Academic Programs (IAP) and in partnership with the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the College of Engineering, and Wisconsin School of Business.  All students participating on approved programs are all eligible to apply for scholarships administered through IAP when they meet the scholarship eligibility and selection criteria.

Financial Aid

Sources of available funding for study abroad include scholarships, grants and loans. To increase your chances of receiving financial aid, we recommend filling out your FAFSA to begin the financial planning process early.

For detailed information on financial resources, visit our Funding Study Abroad.

Returned Student Network

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Student Reflections

Check out blogs and reflections of current or recently returned program students and alumni! Article about SCORE/SUPER-G program - Summer 2023

Student Quotes

Photos

Program photo album

How to Apply

The application to the UW SCORE Summer Research in England program includes all three sites (Oxford, Cambridge, and London). By submitting one application you are considered for all three sites, and within your application you will have the option to indicate your order of preference. Accepted students will be matched with a program based upon preference of research site in addition to the best fit with faculty mentors. Students will also have a chance to indicate if they also wish to be considered for the SUPER-G program - a separate application is not required.

Students will be selected for the program based on academic qualifications including academic record, coursework, and research experience, as well as written personal statements. Participants will be chosen after in-person interviews of selected candidates.

After the Deadline

IAP completes a review of all applications to determine if students meet minimum eligibility requirements.

Disclosure

Students Requiring Accommodations: Consult and register with the McBurney Disability Resource Center McBurney Services if you will need academic, housing, and/or other disability-related accommodations or services abroad.

International Students: Talk with International Student Services about your visa status and study abroad.

Military-Connected Students with Veteran’s Benefits: Talk with University Veteran Services about how your benefits can be used for study abroad.

This program is offered by the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.  We have a team that works with each program.  Each member of this program team is able to help students with different kinds of questions. Visit the advising webpage to learn how to schedule an appointment.

Enrollment Manager

For questions on application advising, program eligibility, course equivalency request process, grade processing.

Kim Kroeger (Make an appointment with Kim Kroeger, or email kim.kroeger@wisc.edu)

Study Abroad Advisor

For questions on program experience, academics, housing, visa, health safety, student identity, funding and scholarships, returned student resources.

Kim Kroeger (Make an appointment with Kim Kroeger, or email kim.kroeger@wisc.edu)

Financial Specialist

For questions on billing, funding and scholarships, financial policies.

Kaley Grunwald (kgrunwald@wisc.edu)