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CIEE January in Edinburgh, Scotland (Outgoing Program) Print  Save  Share
  • Locations: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Model: Affiliate Language of Instruction: English
Class Status: 2 - Sophomore, 3 - Junior, 4 - Senior Program Type: Study abroad
Minimum GPA: 2.5 Housing: Apartment, Dormitory
Academic Partner: CIEE
Program Description:

January in Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland

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Program Overview

Your January in Edinburgh program lasts three weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in one CIEE course taught at CIEE Edinburgh. Enhance your experience with extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Scottish culture. Live and learn in Edinburgh!

Unique Experiences

Savor Traditional Scottish Cuisine

with dishes like haggis, cullen skink, and cranachan

Explore famous castles

like Edinburgh and Stirling Castle

Walk to Crammond Island

during low tide and explore the WWII fortifications

Read About edinburgh
edinburgh-girls-making-scones

Program Highlights

  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture and commitment to engineering, technology, and science.
Three students on Salisbury Crags overlooking the city of Edinburgh

Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Edinburgh will open doors for you to explore Scotland's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.      

Samples of past excursions and activities: 

  • Hike up Arthur’s Seat, a 342-million-year-old extinct volcano in Holyrood Park, which offers superb walks and stunning views
  • Go on a walking tour of the city, where you can check out the original Hogwarts
  • Take part in a pub quiz or listen to folk music in one of Edinburgh’s famous traditional pubs

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.  

Edinburgh busy city street

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to your new culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel protection included

Questions?

Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.

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Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.

This program is currently not accepting applications.