February 15, 2024; $75 Application fee is non-refundable.
Travel and Course: July 27 - August 10, 2024
In recent years, public interest in civics has increased dramatically. The study of civics is multidisciplinary, not just limited to political science, and understanding civic engagement is crucial for all citizens. This course will blend Oxford style classroom instruction, individual student research, and a group problem solving project as it focuses on the rights and responsibilities of the citizen, constructive civic engagement, and a survey of the academic disciplines underlying the study of civics (philosophy, history, economics, political science, etc.).
Program Sites:
Students are expected to take the following course:
POLS 490R - Independent Study
*Students may be able to substitute Political Science 490R credit with 490R credit from another major upon completion and consultation with an advisor after the credit has been awarded.
Must be 18 years of age at the time of departure
Minimum G.P.A.: 3.0
Physical Requirements: Classes, lodging, and meals are all within Pembroke College, which is wheelchair accessible. Some excursions require a mile or more of walking, sometimes on uneven surfaces. The London excursion can involve 5 to 10 miles of walking.
Each international destination has its own Covid-19 rules and it is the traveler's responsibility to find out what is required. UVU will not be responsible for covering the cost of hotel quarantine or COVID testing in foreign destinations. Students may be required to test negative for COVID at their own expense by host countries as a condition for entry.
*Accessibility services vary from country to country. Contact the Office of Education Abroad if you require such services. Students with significant physical or mental health needs should discuss their suitability for study abroad travel with their medical professional, UVU Student Health Services, UVU Accessibility Services, and/or family before making the decision to apply.
The program fee covers housing, most weekday meals, excursions, in-country transportation, international health insurance. The program fee does not include the listed Additional Estimated Costs.
$995
*This cost is tentative and based on program plans and the exchange rate at the time it was posted. This cost may or may not be updated due to exchange-rate fluctuations, program revisions , and program date changes.
*Within 5 days of acceptance into a Study Abroad program, you will be required to pay a $500 non-refundable commitment deposit to confirm your spot. See the Refunds and Cancellation policy.
The student is responsible for these additional costs:
Students over the age of 73 at the time of travel may be required to purchase a supplemental international health and evacuation insurance plan through GeoBlue (approx $200-$500+)
Students should be prepared to pay out-of-pocket for travel disruptions including lost luggage, possible COVID tests or quarantine stays if required by the host country for entry or exit, missed flights, etc.
All students are required to pay a $75 non-refundable application fee .
*UVU study abroad tuition is charged as an additional study abroad fee in your student account. It is separate from the study abroad program fee and regular UVU summer tuition. It is not factored into the "equal payment" calculation of the UVU Tuition Table. Study Abroad students are advised to only take study abroad courses during the block of their study abroad program.
There are some scholarship opportunities that are available from UVU and nationally. These scholarships are competitive and have varying application dates. Please click here for more information.
Pell Grants and Student Loans may be applied to the program, based on eligibility. Speak to the UVU Study Abroad Advisor (LA 111) and a Financial Aid Advisor for more information (BA 105).
UVU Faculty/Staff Dependent Tuition Waiver benefits may not be used to pay for study abroad tuition or fees.
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Students are strongly encouraged to read the U.S. State Department’s country information webpage for the most up-to-date information on travel advisories, entry, exit, and visa requirements, safety, security, health, and other important travel factors.
