Study Abroad Opportunities for Trinity University College Students
Study Abroad is open to students studying either a BA or BSc degree. We have links in the USA and Europe. Study in the USA
New link from 2006 - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Catered accommodation only
Study abroad places - 6University of Rio Grande, Ohio
Trinity University College has been linked to the University of Rio Grande since 2001. Since the programme’s inception, students and staff of both institutions have enjoyed the benefits of this exchange. URG is a liberal arts college set in the heart of the Ohio countryside.
www.rio.edu - catered accommodation only
Study abroad places - 6
Suzanne Fleming - BA Creative Writing Studied in Rio Grande Spring 2005
This exchange is also available to our Theatr, Cerdd a’r Cyfryngau students
California State University , Fullerton
This is an exchange for the Acting, Theatre Studies, and Theatre Design and Production students only. You have the opportunity to study in California for a semester. The University is situated 18 miles from Hollywood and has two Theatres on campus.
Accommodation off campus
Study Abroad places - 2-6 (see R.Maidment)
When can I go?
Semester 2, Year 2
What should I do if I am interested in one of the Study Abroad Programmes?
Application guidance for students GOING TO the United States of America
Estimated Costs for Studying in US 08/09
Administration fee |
£60 |
Payable to Trinity University College |
Room and board - Room only at CSUF |
£1500 (approx) |
Includes extra £500 for meal plan. Payable to TCC on 15/12/05 |
Fees |
£1572 (approx) |
Payable to TCC |
Flights (round-trip) |
£500 - £800 |
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Visa/Passport |
£200 (up to) |
Including interview in London |
Sevis fee |
$100 |
Visa admin. Payable online |
Books |
£200 |
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Extra Travel |
£600-£2,000 Depending on location and personal choice. |
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TOTAL Approx: |
£5,000 |
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- When you apply for financial aid/student loans, you can apply for an additional £500 (varies per student) for study abroad. The International Office can write a letter of support for you . You must provide your LEA address, student number and home address to us with your application.
What do I do first?
Talk to the International Office based on the top floor of the Nora Isaac building regarding study abroad. There are several programs available to you:
University of Greensboro, North Carolina - Education, Religious Studies, Art, English, Business and Tourism.
www.uncg.edu/
University of Rio Grande - Education, Religious Studies, Art, English, Business, Tourism and Theatre and Acting for Theatr Cerdd a’r Cyfryngau students.
www.rio.edu
Fullerton University, CA - Theatre Studies, Acting and Theatre Design and Production.
www.fullerton.edu
- Do some research. Visit the university’s website; ask other Trinity Students who have been previously.
- Talk to your parents/guardian regarding your plans.
Apply for the Study Abroad Program.
How do I apply for the program?
Do you have a current UK passport? You will need this to make your visa application, so apply for one as soon as you can.
Application pack
- Provide all contact information; full name, DOB, address, email; phone number and programme of study, as well as your emergency contact details.
- Write a one page essay on why you want to participate in the Study Abroad programme. Include your experiences and your expectations.
- Provide two recent passport photographs .
- Ask two of your lecturers to write a reference. They can send/email this straight to the International Office.
- £60 administration fee. This sum is returned to you if you are not successful in your application.
- A current copy of your CV
- A copy of your academic transcript.
- Once you have been accepted, you will need to fill in application forms for the American institution. The International Office will send these forms to the US, where the host institution will create an I-20 or DS-2019 form. You will use this form to apply for your visa. When the I-20 returns to the International Office, you will be notified to collect it.
- You may now begin the visa application process.
Please visit for information on travelling to the States.
How do I apply for a VISA?
They can take up to three months to be processed. Remember, you will need to visit the US Embassy in London to apply for your visa in person.
Make sure you have the following:
- Application forms DS-156 and DS-158 (and for male applicants, 16-45 form DS-157) all can be downloaded from the US Embassy website.
- Passport – 10 years.
- One colour visa photo.
- Proof of financial solvency – letter from bank, statement etc.
- Although you are a student the bank should supply you with a letter stating that your loans/grant enters your bank account.
- Evidence that you have an address to return to in this country – letter from parents.
- Letter from Head of Faculty confirming that you are a full time student of Trinity and you are of good academic standing.
- You will need to contact the US Embassy in London to arrange an interview.
- There is an additional fee of $100 ( Sevis fee ) and confirmation of payment needs to be sent with the VISA application.
Additional Requirements
Before leaving for the US, you will need:
- A medical check is required before you leave and you must take the form with you.
- Medical Insurance is required before you go. Each American college has its own which is quite reasonable.
- Travel Insurance
Flights
Students are required to organise their own flights to the USA but only after they have received their visa.
FAQ
Q How much money should I take?
A. The amount you will spend while in the US will vary from person to person. Students spend from £600-£2,000. You should not take this amount of money with you. Instead you can use your UK bank debit card to withdraw cash while there (for a small fee). Also, most places in the US accept credit cards.
Q. Should I take cash?
A. You should take some US dollars. For safety reasons, we suggest you take about $50. In addition, you can take travellers checks which are a safe way to transfer funds.
Q. Does the academic credit transfer back to Trinity?
A. All credit transfers back to Trinity and counts towards your degree.
Q. Will I have to share a room?
A. Most US students share dorm rooms. However, as this is not the custom here, UK students usually receive single rooms.
Q. Can I go at another time?
A. You can only go during the periods specified on this website.
There are also European opportunities with:
Telemark University College, Norway
www.tuc.no
For Outdoor Education students
Suleyman Demirel Universitiesi, Turkey
www.sdu.edu.tr
For Religion and Theology Students
Linkopings Universitet, Sweden
www.liu.se
For Early Years Students
