European Studies Study Abroad Programs in Edinburgh, Scotland

Academic excellence in one of Europe's greenest cities! With a sterling reputation for academic excellence that stretches back to 1583, the University of Edinburgh is also looking to the future. Witness the university’s Edinburgh Futures Institute, a thought lab focused on global challenges. (Hint: Check out the class Creating Edinburgh: The Interdisciplinary City, popular with IFSA students.) The university also offers 290 societies and 60 sports clubs. Trampoline, anyone? History is everywhere, from the university paper—The Student, founded in 1887 by Robert Louis Stevenson—to Edinburgh Castle, a mark of Scottish resilience and strength for centuries. Take time out to recharge in one of the city’s countless green spaces. Explore the iconic Old Town and the streets that influenced the wizarding world of Harry Potter. Take the legendary pilgrimage to the top of Arthur’s Seat and see the city spread at your feet. You can’t leave Scotland without experiencing its raw natural beauty. The unforgettable IFSA Highland excursion makes it easy, and it’s included (no extra fees).

CIS Abroad Study and Intern Abroad programs are some of the most affordable, comprehensive program packages available. We also don't cut any corners by offering everything you would expect from an overseas program: tuition, housing, support, insurance, excursions, social and cultural activities, and airport pick-up – all considered the core of our package. Some programs also include all or most meals, extensive off-site orientations/excursions, transportation passes, and more. Whether you want to study for a year, semester, or summer, intern for a month to a year, or take an intensive foreign language course for a couple of weeks, CIS Abroad has the perfect program for you at the best value! "You're Going Places with CIS Abroad!"

Experience beautiful Edinburgh, Scotland, with API abroad. Students will have the opportunity to see all that Edinburgh has to offer, either through a study or intern abroad program. Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland, the country's seat of government, and the official home of the country's monarchy. The city has long been known for the education it can provide, especially to those who are studying medicine. Students can expect to explore the rich history of Scotland and its natural landscapes through excursions provided by API directors. These include but are not limited to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park—home to Scotland's second-biggest lake, Loch Ness (home of the Loch Ness Monster), Hadrian's Wall and the Borders, where the Romans fell in their battle against the Scots, Oban and the Isles of Mull and Iona, and even more! During your stay, you can expect to learn from one of the world's top 20 universities. Plus, get the opportunity to explore and love what has been considered one of the world's most desirable cities.

Travel to the country of 30,000 lochs – Scotland! NPSA connects you to non-profit, low-cost, direct study programs. These academic-type programs are available all year round and in a range of terms: weekly, monthly, summer, quarterly, semester, and academic year. Plus, stay in low-cost housing on campus or in nearby areas. Overall, avoid expensive, for-profit programs and register directly with a school in Scotland. After successful completion, you will earn academic credits that are transferable to your home school. These study abroad programs are open to students worldwide. See more details on the NPSA website. Use this website to review and book your study abroad program in Scotland.