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[Lock Haven] Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland (Exchange Program) (Outgoing Program) Featured Print 
  • Locations: Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring, Year
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2027 10/16/2026 10/20/2026 TBA TBA
Program Description:
Eligibility VISA Study Period Language of Instruction Type of Housing Approximate semester dates Commonwealth University
partner since 		Cost of
Housing & Meals
Only Commonwealth University students; Minimum
    GPA 2.7		  
None
necessary if staying
fewer than 6 months 		Fall or
Spring 		English  
Student resident facilities
 		 Fall: Sept.-Dec.
Spring: Jan. - May 		1976  
 
£950- £1300/month
SCOTLAND
Glasgow Caledonian University
https://www.gcu.ac.uk/internationalstudy

 
The Location 
Glasgow is the largest and wealthiest city in Scotland with almost 1 million inhabitants – that’s nearly 20% of the entire population of Scotland. Set in the beautiful Scottish countryside, Glaswegians boast that their quality of life is the best in Britain. It’s a lively, dynamic and friendly city once known as “The Second City of the British Empire” because of the wide range and large volume of goods that went from Glasgow to the rest of the world. 

The University 

Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is one of the largest universities in Scotland, with over 15,000 students from a wide range of backgrounds. In addition to the domestic students, GCU boasts more than 900 international students who come from over 90 countries. It has a well-established reputation for providing high quality teaching, learning and research, which dates back through its founding institutions to 1875. It prides itself in providing a friendly, modern and effective place of learning for all its students. The University campus is situated in the heart of the vibrant city of Glasgow. Major investment in the campus has ensured that all students have access to purpose built, state-of-the-art facilities, which provide a learning environment that is second to none.

Academics 

Hundreds of courses are available to the international student attending Glasgow Caledonian University. The current course catalog is available in the Center for Global Engagement. Before departing Commonwealth University, students will be required to create a provisional list of three courses (each with five contact hours per week) desired, plus three alternate courses that can be taken in the event course/s on the first list are not available. Final selection will be made in Glasgow. Keep in mind that courses dealing with history, culture, arts, literature, languages, politics, philosophies, religions, geography, anthropology, economics, and/or social patterns of Scotland, will count towards the Minor in International Studies at Commonwealth University.  

Housing 

Commonwealth University participants are housed in Caledonian Court, a modern residence hall located near the campus, where you will have a single study-bedroom. Commonwealth University students pay housing costs to Glasgow Caledonian. This includes lighting, heating, hot water, cooking facilities, and bed linen. 
Air Travel – students are responsible for making their own travel arrangements. Please see the international office for information.  
 
Tuition - Commonwealth University students continue to pay Commonwealth University tuition and fees while attending the Glasgow Caledonian University. Keep in mind that all financial aid can apply toward your study in Scotland since you are participating in a Commonwealth University sponsored program. Students do not pay any tuition or fees in Scotland. Please note, however, that it will be necessary to pay for activities such as athletic club memberships, if you wish to utilize those services.
Non-Commonwealth University students: the GCU exchange is only open to Commonwealth University students.

Academic Calendar 

The fall semester normally runs from September through December. The spring term generally begins in January and ends in late May. Keep in mind that the above dates are approximate and may change slightly from semester to semester. 

Health Insurance 

All students are required to maintain a health insurance policy that will provide coverage while abroad and for the entire duration of this period. Information on international health insurance providers can be obtained from the Center for Global Engagement. You may find that your present health insurance policy includes overseas coverage. It is important, however, that your carrier provide written verification of such coverage.
 
So, how do I get started?
Simply come by the Center for Global Engagement to pick up an application form. Remember! Applications are due March 1 for the fall term and October 1 for the spring term.