Semester in Sydney, Australia

  Australia

• Sydney: 
Sydney

Term: Fall, Spring 
Dates: Spring: 18 February - 30 June and Fall: 29 July - 4 December

Description: Spend a semester in Sydney and experience all the best of the "Land Down Under." Sydney is Australia's most famous city for good reasons - from the sparkling harbour and city beaches to the cosmopolitan city centre, it has something for everyone. If you're a city person, you'll be enchanted by the charm of Sydney - take all the best aspects of the big cities around the world, add Australian hospitality and friendliness, and a big dash of great weather, and you've got Sydney. For the outdoors people, just look at Sydney's surroundings - World Heritage listed national parks, pristine beaches and one of the most active sporting cultures in the world.

Study at a university that is an ideal setting to take courses for your major and also meet local Aussies. Over 150 degree programs are offered, and the university counts on a diverse student body of more than 32,000. This includes approximately 8,900 international students from more than 80 countries, so to say that this is a diverse and welcoming setting is an understatement! There are also many on campus clubs and activities to play sports, hike, produce films, and debate international politics, for example. Learn how to surf and learn why Aussies are known to be one of the most laid-back cultures in the world!

Highlights:
- Located in the vibrant city of Sydney
- Join a club on-campus
- Earn up to 18 hours of U.S. credit
- Course options from over 150 majors
- Extensive student support services
- Academic internships available

"Australians are the nicest people. When I arrived, I immediately felt a sense of friendship with the locals. This definitely ranks a 10 among my college experiences!" - Russell Peters

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: USD 14,575

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Australia Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Scholarships are Available.

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript
• Written Application

International Education Programs's Mission Statement: International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.

Year Founded: 2000