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Fall Semester: September 29 - December 12, 2008
Spring Semester: January 12 - March 20, 2008
The University of Reading is set on 300 acres of landscaped parkland, known as Whiteknights. Whiteknights is a former medieval estate and the landscaping and exotic trees date from the late 18th Century. The university is an important research center and courses are available in nearly all disciplines. The university is one of the top 20 research centers in the UK. The campus has a very active student population- at the Student Union you have a cup or coffee, plan you next weekend trip or work out. There are also many clubs and societies you can join, including an organization run by returned exchange students that organizes social and cultural actives for study abroad students.
When you arrive at Reading an arrival orientation, hosted by the Study Abroad Office will introduce you to university life. You will also get to meet other international students and settle in to your accommodation.
Reading, only a 20 minute train ride from London, is a busy commerce center and offers students entertainment, great shopping and beautiful views of the Thames. The UK has an extensive public transportation system and you will find that you can travel quite easily to other parts of the country from Reading.
The direct exchange at the University of Reading offers Mason students an incredible opportunity to experience British live at bargain prices.
The British Council offers information about studying and living in Britain on their easy to navigate website- check it out for lots of up to date info.
Mason students take 4 modules per term at the University of Reading to be considered full-time. Each Reading course typically transfers back to Mason as a 3 or 4 credits. Students will register for modules before leaving the US.
Modules are available in a variety of fields including:
A complete listing of modules is available from the Study Abroad office at Reading. Advice on choosing modules is also available.
The Study Abroad Office at Reading will assist students with accommodation. Most students will live in one of the university's 13 residence halls. There you will live with your British peers. You will have your own room and have breakfast and dinner in the hall every day.
Other housing options include a home stay that includes breakfast or a room in a private apartment or home.
Click here for a cost breakdown of the various accommodation options.
This program is open to Mason students ONLY. Students must be at least second semester sophomores by the time of departure and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students should not study abroad the last semester of their senior year if they plan to graduate on time.
Paid to Mason:
Paid to the University of Reading:
Not included:
If a student applies and is accepted into the direct exchange program and then drops out of the program, they are still responsible for paying the $300 administrative fee to CGE.
Fall Semester 2008: March 1, 2008.
Spring Semester 2009: October 1, 2008.
Apply early to secure your spot!
International university deadlines may vary. Please be in contact with the program officer for regular updates.
To apply, first, consult the How to Apply section and then complete the online application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please contact the program officer for further application instructions.
For more information, please attend a study abroad info session.
Program Officer: Erin Mateu