A Study Abroad Experience Dalkeith, Scotland
Program Cost for Fall 2008, Spring 2009: $8,239/Semester
Program Cost for Summer 2009: $6,017/Semester
Summer Dates: May – July
Fall Dates: Sept – December
Spring Dates: January - May
Deadline for Summer: February 15, 2009
Deadline for Fall: February 15, 2009
Deadline for Spring: October 1, 2009
Number of Positions: 15-20
Updated: May 2, 2008
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Program Description
UW-Stout, UW-River Falls, and UW-Superior jointly operate a study center for Wisconsin students in the town of Dalkeith, thirty minutes from Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. Each university selects one faculty member and 10-15 students to teach and study at the Wisconsin in Scotland (WIS) program each semester and summer. Courses are taught by faculty from the participating universities and WIS courses are selected from the regular curriculum at each institution. There are also courses offered by British adjunct faculty during the fall and spring semesters. All courses are designed to take advantage of the Scottish setting. Fall and spring semester students are required to enroll for a minimum of 12 credits. Summer participants are required to enroll for a minimum of 6 credits. During the semester program, there is the opportunity for independent study/directed study courses and/or internships with home campus approval. The semester program allows time for independent travel with a 10-day break and several long weekends. The summer program allows three days of travel/exploration most weekends. Many cultural activities are included in each program.
To learn more about the program, visit WIS’s web site.
Dalkeith, Scotland
The Wisconsin in Scotland program takes you to Dalkeith, a bustling village just six short miles southeast of Edinburgh in the Midlothian region of Scotland. Edinburgh and the surrounding region provide an ideal environment for educational programs. The richness of British history, politics, literature, poetry, arts, and other subjects come alive at every turn. Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland since 1124, is a classic European city. There the medieval grandeur of Old Town, crowned by Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace, joins harmoniously with the modern attractions of New Town. The natural beauty of the Scottish landscape and its coastline provide a majestic background for exploration, education, and enrichment.
The program takes you to Dalkeith House in Dalkeith, Scotland. The facility, an 18th century manor house known to the Scots as Dalkeith Palace, was rebuilt in 1701 on the remains of the original Dalkeith Castle built in the 12th century. The "Palace" is a magnificent example of late William & Mary architecture and is renowned for its fine oak paneling and carvings. The house is spacious and provides room for residence life and food service facilities, classrooms, offices, lounge areas, laundry and recreation rooms.
Take a tour at Dalkeith Palace
Courses
Classes are taught in Dalkeith House by two Scottish and 4-5 Wisconsin instructors. Classes are small and usually involve a combination of lecture and discussion. Several field trips are included to supplement the classroom experience.
A list of courses can be found on-line at www.uwrf.edu/wis/
Many courses carry general education credit. All courses are three credits per semester and students must enroll in either British History or Intro to British Civilization as well as in the Scottish Culture Colloquium.
Students register for courses at UW-Stout and no transfer of credit is required except for students from other campuses. More information is available in the Office of International Education.
Estimated Costs
The program fee estimates covers tuition and fees, lodging, insurance, 15 meals per week at Dalkeith House, airfare, and some field trips. Based on reports of former students, participants should budget another $2,500- $3,500 for other meals, personal expenses and travel during the break. If students plan to use financial aid to help pay the program costs, please be advised that these funds will not be disbursed until after the departure date for Scotland. The responsibility to arrange for money to pay the program fee in advance of receiving the award belongs to the student. Wisconsin residents will automatically be considered for need based international study grants.
Fall or Spring :
Estimated Program Cost: $8,000
Estimated Housing Cost: included in program cost
Estimated Personal Expenses: $3,400
Total Estimated Costs: $11,400
Summer:
Estimated Program Cost $5,850
Estimated Housing Costs: included in program cost
Estimated Personal Expenses: $2,600
Total Estimated Costs: $8,450
* Minnesota students add $30 for Fall & Spring, $15 for Summer
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Non-residents add $3,059 for Fall & Spring, $1,529 for Summer
Eligibility
To be eligible for study in this program, students must have sophomore status and have at least a 2.00 GPA. Students with a 2.50 or better will be given preference.
Housing and Meals
Living quarters, classrooms, library, dining and lounging areas for students and staff are located in Dalkeith House.
The large manor house built in 1703, is called the “Palace” by its residents.
Students typically share rooms with 2-5 other students. The food service provides 15 meals per week at the house. To keep costs low, all students sign up for some housekeeping or food service duty requiring about four hours per week of work.
Passport/Visa
Students will purchase their own airline tickets. Passport information is available from the Office of International Education or from the Clerk of Courts at any local county government office. WIS will inform the students of necessary travel documentation upon acceptance. Evidence of sufficient funding is required for immigration.
Application Procedures
Please make an appointment with the Office of International Education (OIE), 400 Bowman Hall, to review and receive the application materials. Completed forms are returned to OIE. A $100 non refundable application fee is paid to the Student Business Services Office located in the Administration Building at time of application. Once accepted by UW-Stout, a $200 non refundable service fee will be required to hold a place in the program.
For More Information
- Please contact OIE for an appointment
to discuss your Study Abroad options
and receive application materials.
715/232-2132, E-mail: globaled@uwstout.edu - A list of courses can be found on-line at www.uwrf.edu/wis/
- Take a tour at Dalkeith Palace.