Degree Details
The London Study Abroad Program, a one-term experience, allows students the opportunity to explore the rich culture and history of Britain while progressing in their undergraduate degree. Students enroll in four courses. Upon successful completion of the program, students earn 16 Boston University units.
Key Facts
Area of Study
Location
Home University
Program Structure
Internship Availability
Term
Coursework Level
BU Hub Offered
Housing
Language of Instruction
Requirements & Considerations
- All students must enroll according to, and remain in compliance with, the Boston University Study Abroad Course Load Policy.
- All students must complete the full 16-unit program, enrolling in four academic courses
- Some courses carry prerequisites; course schedules may conflict and students need to remain flexible
- Admissions requirements for all programs
Curriculum
Students will select 4 courses. Preference to courses with limited enrollment will be given to students based on qualification and academic necessity. Courses listed below may be offered only in the first half or only in the second half of the term, so please consider multiple course options as you are planning your term.
Housing & Student Services
Program Residences
- Accommodations for the Fall and Spring term London Programs are residence hall style suites in BU’s own housing. Bedrooms consist of doubles, triples, and quads and all bedrooms come with an en suite bathroom. Please note that housing for the Summer London Internship Program is in a variety of locations in central London, and Summer London Internship students commute to classes and to internships.
- Limited single rooms may be available for an additional charge.
- Fully equipped kitchens are available within BU housing. Kitchens are shared between approximately 6-14 students.
- Board is not included in this program. Students are responsible for budgeting their own cost of meals.
- BU London does not have dining hall facilities, but there are ample grocery stores, restaurants, and other amenities in the immediate areas surrounding the residences.
- All buildings are within walking distance to local transportation, including the London Tube and bus systems. Students commute to their internships using public transportation.
- Card-operated laundry facilities are located in the basements of all residences. Cost of laundry is not included in the program fee.
- Students have access to the BU London Library for research and printing purposes. For recreational and social activities, students may take advantage of the BU London Social Programme as well as the clubs and societies of Imperial College London.
- Wi-Fi is available throughout all the BU buildings.
Program Dates
This program follows rolling admissions and may fill before the official deadline.
Fall Term
Program Dates
Late August to Mid-December
Fall Term
Applications Open
December 15
Fall Term
Application Deadline
March 15
This program is rolling admissions; applications are reviewed once all application materials are received, prior to all deadlines. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials are received by the BU Study Abroad office. Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible as some programs and internship tracks have limited space and may fill up before the deadline. Submitting a complete application prior to the application deadline, does not guarantee acceptance. Students will be emailed an admissions decision within three weeks of a completed application.
Information for BU Students Awaiting an Admissions Decision and exceptions to the standard admission calendar for all students can be found here.
Cost & Financial
- 2025/2026 Tuition & Fees: $42,284
Cost includes tuition, housing, program related activities, administrative fee, overseas medical insurance, and emergency evacuation coverage - Estimated program budget including cost of living expenses.
- Grants and Scholarships available