Study Abroad Semester. London. September 3 November 27, European pre-tour August 30 September 4, 2015 Optional return date: December 11, 2015

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1 Study Abroad Semester London September 3 November 27, 2015 European pre-tour August 30 September 4, 2015 Optional return date: December 11, 2015

2 Southern California Foothills Consortium Antelope Valley Barstow Chaffey Citrus College of the Canyons College of the Desert Crafton Hills MiraCosta Mt. San Antonio Mt. San Jacinto Rio Hondo San Bernardino Valley Victor Valley

3 American Institute for Foreign Study Founded in 1964 Sets up cultural exchange programs for over 40,000 students per year Full time staff of 45 in London

4 Prior to Departure: Academic Eligibility Completion of at least twelve units of degree applicable college credit Grade point average of 2.5 In the ballpark? See your coordinator for more information

5 Course Offerings Classes are held M-TH at the University of London, Union Bldg. Most courses are CSU/UC transferable and meet general education requirements Students enroll in 12 units All students enroll in British Life and Culture as part of the 12 units Students may choose to enroll in one distance education (online) course as part of the 12 units* *Distance Education/online courses begin August 24 and end December 11

6 London Program Fee $7725 Homestay lodging w/breakfast M-F and kitchen privileges London transportation pass (buses & underground train) AIFS Student Center Student Services support staff with 24- hour emergency service University of London Union membership Guided London tour Medical and Fee Refund Insurance British Life and Culture field trips/walking tours Orientation programs Public library pass Computer lab Free /internet Extensive social and cultural activities Application fee

7 Accommodations in London Homestay accommodation is included in the program fee No additional charge: Twin-bedded room in a home in London with breakfast M-F; kitchen facilities shared with host Apartment Option is an additional $1400: Shared apartment in central London; furnished and fully equipped kitchen. No meals included.

8 Expenses Not Included Airfare (Round trip with airport pickup & return) Non Tour Flight: $675 plus airline imposed taxes/fuel surcharges of $697 EuroTour Flight: $825 plus airline imposed taxes/fuel surcharge of $794 Participants can choose to book their own flights to and from London $250 refundable damage deposit Passport Personal Expenses Meals (breakfast is included in homestay) Apartments include cooking equipment but not food Community College enrollment fees Textbooks

9 Optional Activities Optional Cultural Activities - 5 one-day excursions and 7 evening events - $595 Optional tour of Scotland 4 days/3 nights - $575 Optional European tour 5 days/4 nights - $1045 Medical insurance IS included in the program, but if you want to increase the coverage - Optional Medical Insurance Upgrade is $65 Optional Personal Property Coverage is $90

10 Optional Tours European Tour $1045 Paris, Brussels, and Bruges (8/30/-9/04) -5 days/4 nights -Transportation -Lodging -Guided Tours -Daily Breakfasts Scotland Tour $565 Edinburgh, Isle of Sky, Loch Ness (10/16-10/19) -4 days/3 nights -Transportation -Lodging -Guided Tours -Breakfasts & Dinners

11 Optional Cultural Program $595 Five one-day excursions (including transportation, guide, and entrance fees) Locations often include Stratford-Upon-Avon, Oxford, Brighton, Stonehenge and Salisbury, Bath Seven Cultural Events Theatre Musical, Drama and Comedy Program usually includes a ticket to a rugby game or football match (that s soccer to you!)

12 Study Abroad Scholarships Benjamin Gilman Scholarship: Open to Federal PELL Grant eligible students. Student Deadline for submission of online application, including transcript(s) is March 3, 2015, 11:59 p.m. Central Daylight Time. AIFS Ambassador Scholarship Open to Consortium College students with 12 units completed and a GPA of 2.5 or higher. See your Coordinator for scholarship application. Deadline for submission May 22, 2015

13 Registration Students are sent London registration instructions and materials once their fall 2015 application to participate in the program is approved by their study abroad coordinator and forwarded to Citrus College Study Abroad. Students must apply to Citrus College in order to register for classes; apply for financial aid; obtain student I.D.; and create Citrus College student . Copies of transcripts are sent to member colleges after fall in London grades are posted.

14 Financial Aid Guidelines Study Abroad Financial Aid is Processed at Citrus College for ALL Eligible College Students attending fall 2015 in London who want financial aid for the London program. All students applying for financial aid at Citrus College must adhere to Citrus College s Satisfactory Academic Progress Standards (SAPS) which includes but is not limited to: Student is limited to a maximum of 72 completed total units (without petition), must be enrolled in an eligible program and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above.

15 Financial Aid SEE FINANCIAL AID FACT SHEET FOR FALL 2015 IN LONDON, ENGLAND IF YOU HAVE APPLIED FOR FINANCIAL AID AT YOUR HOME COLLEGE FOR ADD CITRUS COLLEGE TO YOUR FAFSA CODE NOW RETURN REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE and FERPA form to Citrus College Financial Aid. Do not delay. These forms are included in your study abroad materials. Forward official sealed copies of ALL academic transcripts to Citrus College Admissions, Attention: Cathy Napoli Complete Citrus College application for admission receive your Citrus College student i.d. and create Citrus College student .

16 Financial Aid IF YOU WANT FINANCIAL AID FOR LONDON BUT HAVE NOT APPLIED FOR SEE FINANCIAL AID FACT SHEET FOR FALL 2015 IN LONDON, ENGLAND Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) NOW. This application is available online at Follow Instructions Add Citrus College Code Sign electronically Return REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE and FERPA forms to Citrus College Financial Aid. These forms are included in your London brochure packet. Forward official sealed copies of ALL academic transcripts to Citrus College, Attention: Cathy Napoli Complete Citrus College application for admission APPLY ONLINE receive Citrus College student i.d. and create Citrus College student .

17 CRITICAL INFO!!! READ IMPORTANT INFORMATION TIMELINE!! Return A.I.F.S. London application to: Shartelle Fears, Mt. San Jacinto College, (951) First payment of $450 and two 2 X 2 passport type photos must be attached. Add $50 deposit for each optional tour. All students must complete Citrus College application for admission Applications available online London registration materials and class schedules are ed upon receipt of AIFS application to participate.

18 Need More Information? All study abroad contacts are listed on the last page of the Important Information timeline. Contact : Shartelle Fears Mt. San Jacinto College (951) sfears@msjc.edu Study Abroad Financial Aid at Citrus: Julie Martinez (626) jmartinez@citruscollege.edu