St. Cloud State University: Alnwick - St. Cloud in England
- Location(s): Alnwick, The United Kingdom
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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The purpose of the British Studies Center in Alnwick, England is to give students an opportunity to spend a semester in a culture different from their own. The program is designed to expose students to new values, customs, and outlooks and to give... read more
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ABSOLUTELY Lora B - St. Cloud State University View Entire Review
YES!!!!!! I cannot express enough how absolutely wonderful it was. I enjoyed every single second of it, and I would re-live it all over again if I could! Molly M - St. Cloud State University View Entire Review
ABSOLUTELY! Carrie K - St. Cloud State University View Entire Review
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100% worthwhile. I would go again in a heartbeat. No reservations. Janelle H - St. Cloud State University View Entire Review
Despite some of the downsides, it was amazing and I miss it every single day. I am now even more fascinated in the countries I traveled to and my perception on America are much different. Our way isn't the only way and half the time it probably isn't even the best way. Kelsey W - St. Cloud State University View Entire Review
Yes! I learned things about myself, made some new friends, and got to experience a whole new culture. There is nothing like actually LIVING in another culture. I feel that this program is very unique. I got to live in castle and experience small town life in northern England. Being just a tourist I never would have gotten the sa... Alice M - St. Cloud State University View Entire Review
My study abroad experience has made me want to continue to travel. Michael N - St. Cloud State University View Entire Review
Yes but I expected much more from an accredited University. This is what I would expect from a University on a shoe string budget. Ben S - St. Cloud State University View Entire Review
Absolutely!! I definitely learned and gained way more out of this experience than I ever thought I would! Kirsten U - St. Cloud State University View Entire Review
It gave me a sense of independence and taught me that I could handle being away for a long time. I learned a lot about living in a small group and the kind of dynamics that can be created in a small group. Sarah K - St. Cloud State University View Entire Review
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The purpose of the British Studies Center in Alnwick, England is to give students an opportunity to spend a semester in a culture different from their own. The program is designed to expose students to new values, customs, and outlooks and to give them an understanding of life in Great Britain. By living within the walls of a medieval castle and study Great Britain both inside and outside the classroom, students gain a historical and contemporary perspective on British life. At the same time, students can make normal progress toward completion of their degree.
Students and faculty reside in Alnwick Castle. Dating from the middle ages, the castle is a large complex of towers, a chapel, a library and two museums. SCSU students and faculty occupy only a portion of the facility. The Duke of Northumberland resides within the castle. Dormitory rooms in the castle accommodate 1-5 students. There is a supplemental charge for a single room. To keep expenses low, students must commit themselves to a certain amount of work, such as cooking and cleaning. This work is usually done in teams. Homestays are also a part of the fall and spring semester programs and are an excellent way of learning about the host culture.
