London, England

Overview

While living in London students will study at the American Heritage Association (AHA) London Center with other students from the Northwest. Many Willamette University professors have experience with this program and are generally excited to share their experiences. In fall 2008 Willamette professor James Thompson (Art) will be in London, while Professor Patricia Varas (Spanish) will participate in the spring 2009. Past Faculty Directors from Willamette include Anita King (Music, 2008), Seth Cotler (History, 2006), Jeane Clark (Rhetoric and Media Studies, 2002), Ken Nolley (English, 1999) and others.

Academics

Most of the classes at the London Center are related to English civilization, literature, politics, history, art and theater. Each student will take four to five courses. This program is highly recommended for History, English, Politics, Art History, Studio Art and Theater majors. Field trips and excursions are an integral part of this program and students will benefit from first-hand experience of the subjects they study. Read more about the courses and their included excursions on the London Program Page.

Learn more about the AHA London Center

Housing

Students live with host families in London suburbs and commute to the London Center via The Tube (London subway) and/or bus.

Dates

The London program is available either during either the fall or spring semester. The fall semester begins in early September and ends mid December; spring semester begins in early February and ends mid May.

Cost

The program cost is WU tuition only. Tuition includes planned excursions, a Tube pass, health insurance and on-site support. Students will pay AHA directly for housing and board costs which are estimated to be about $3,700 for the 2009-2010 academic year. Students stay with host families and usually with another London Program student. Daily breakfast is included as well as four dinners per week.

Pre-departure Resources

AHA London Center
London Program overview
London courses
Willamette World News: United Kingdom
Local Weather
Embassy of England: historical and government information
CIA World Factbook
Lonely Planet Guide