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Exchange at Loughborough University
Program Information | Location Information | Courses Available | Eligibility | Costs | Deadlines & Dates | Orientation | Housing | What's Next? | Photos | Helpful Links
| PROGRAM TERMS | Spring Semester |
| CLASS STANDING | Junior, Senior |
| DEADLINE TO APPLY |
Spring 2009: October 15, 2008 |
| FEES | $3,508* [2007-2008] |
| FINANCIAL AID | Yes |
| GPA | 2.5 |
| LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION |
English |
University Information
Before departure, faculty in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics will assist students to find appropriate courses at Loughborough University. The semester typically begins in early February with an orientation session held prior to the start of the semester classes.
Location Information
LU is a major regional university with approximately 12,000 students. It has an impressive 216-acre campus—one of the largest in the UK–with easy access from the M1, East Midlands Airport and only 90 minutes from London St. Pancras. Loughborough itself is a remarkable combination of a thriving market town and a prominent high-technology center for the East Midlands. LU has 24 academic departments and over 30 research centers and institutes. Its website can be found at: www.lboro.ac.uk/.
Courses Available
Before departure, faculty in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics will assist students to find appropriate courses at LU. Students will be registered for a block of Foreign Studies credits while abroad by the International Education Office. When students return, the block is replaced by individual Foreign Studies courses. If LU has courses which are equivalent to those at UMD, the UMD courses will be listed. If there is no equivalent, the name of the course at LU will be listed. please view current course equivalencies for Loughborough University.
Eligibility
Participants MUST have a passport, valid for at least 6 months after their return to the U.S. It is recommended that UMD students first successfully complete most of their 3000-level math and statistics classes. As such, the exchange program is best suited for UMD juniors and seniors. With that background, UMD students will have the necessary material for the typical B Modules offered at Loughborough University. Participants should also be in good academic standing.
Costs
The program package is approximately $3,500. A non-refundable deposit will be due upon acceptance to the program. The remainder of the program fee will be billed through Student Accounts Receivable.
The program fee includes the tuition for academic credits and international health insurance.
Items NOT included in the overall cost are:
- Housing
- Food
- Airfare
- Books
- Personal expenses
- Cost of obtaining a passport
Fluctuating currency exchange rates may increase or decrease the cost of your international experience. Financial aid may be applied toward the cost of the program if you are enrolled as a full-time student, though tuitions waivers such as Best in Class may not be used. There are several study abroad scholarships for University of Minnesota students.
Deadlines & Dates
The registration deadline for spring semester 2008 is October 15, 2007. Early registration is strongly encouraged, as space is limited and the class will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Study: Spring semester 2009
UMD Deadline to apply: Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Spring arrival & orientation dates: prior to semester
Spring semester: February 9 – June 19, 2009
For more information on deadlines to apply, click here.
For more information on the academic calendar at Loughborough University, click here.
Orientation
Pre-departure orientations will be held at UMD to prepare students for their study abroad experience. LU’s Department of Mathematical Science will also have an orientation for international students when they arrive.
Housing
Loughborough has 9 catered halls and 7 self-catering halls managed by University Staff. You may browse the LU housing web site for a look at the halls at http://accommodation.lboro.ac.uk. Here is a brief description, including the British terms of catered and self-catered.
Catered Halls - this means: If you stay in catered accommodation you will take your meals in the dining hall provided for that hall. The meals are provided in a cafeteria - self-service style. Menus are designed to meet the needs of our student customers. Our catered halls offer different let lengths and different meal packages. As you browse each hall, check out these details.
Self Catered Halls - this means: If you stay in self-catered accommodation you can choose to cook for yourself or eat out at one of the many venues around campus. You will share a kitchen with about 6 - 8 other students.
What's Next?
Before applying, it is a good idea to follow the steps under steps to studying abroad. The IEO website also provides information on financing, health & safety and other important information to consider when choosing to study abroad. When ready to apply, the UMD study abroad application may be downloaded from the IEO website. Please complete the application with required accompanying materials and return it to IEO.
For questions about application materials, housing and passport regulations, contact the UMD International Education Office (138 Kirby Plaza). Questions about LU classes, degree requirement substitutions, and transfer issues should be addressed to the UMD Math/Stat International Exchange Advisor, who is Department Head Harlan Stech (726-8272, or via hstech@d.umn.edu.) While studying at LU, UMD student are advised by Professor Roger Smith of the LU Department of Mathematical Sciences, who is the designated LU Math Sciences International Exchange Advisor. You might also want to browse the web pages of the Loughborough University International Office.
Kathryn Lenz 726-7216, 108 Solon Campus Center, klenz@d.umn.edu
