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Belmont Abroad: Provider: Arcadia University in Australia - University of Sydney (Outgoing Program)

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction: English Housing: Apartment, Dormitory
Academic Courses: HUM Program Length: Academic Year, Semester
Program Type: Provider Minimum GPA: 2.80
Class Status: Junior, Senior, Sophomore Office Location: Study Abroad Office JAAC 1009
Program Description:

Arcadia University at University of Sydney

AT A GLANCE/LOCATION | PROGRAM TERM | AREAS OF STUDY  |  COURSE INFORMATION  |  HOUSING INFORMATION  |  COSTS |  STUDENT LIFE  | APPLICATION PROCESS  |  STAFF CONTACT



Arcadia-James Cook UniversityAT A GLANCE/LOCATION
University of Sydney is Australia's oldest and one of its most prestigious university. It is ranked 38th in the world in the 2013 QS World Rankings and is consistently among the top three universities in Australia. As a member of the Group of Eight, a coalition of leading Australian tertiary institutions, USyd offers you a range of strong academic courses usually with an Australian perspective. USyd has particular strengths in health and life sciences (including pre-med), humanities and engineering.

Located on the fringe of Sydney's Central Business District, the ivy-covered sandstone buildings of this vibrant and historic institution reflect its colonial heritage, while the modern architecture showcases a high-tech and multicultural direction.

Pre-Requisites for Program/Eligibility
Arcadia suggests a 3.0 GPA for this program, but requires a 2.8 to be considered. 
PROGRAM TERM 

FALL SEMESTER:  Mid July - Late November
SPRING SEMESTER: Early February- Early July
ACADEMIC YEAR: Mid July- Late June
AREAS OF STUDY 
  • Business
  • Engineering
  • Education, Social Work
  • Arts and Social Science
  • See website for more
australiaCOURSE INFORMATION 

Click here to browse course offerings.
 
HOUSING INFORMATION 

There are a variety of options for you at the University of Sydney. Click here to view the many different housing options to choose from.
COSTS

1. Administrative Fee: $150

2. Belmont Tuition:

Students will first pay Belmont tuition. The provider will then charge Belmont for the cost of the program. Belmont will pay for the program using the student's tuition. If the provider program costs more than Belmont tuition, the student will be charged the amount that is above and beyond Belmont tuition. If the provider program costs less than Belmont tuition, the student will only be billed Belmont tuition. 


3. Airfare:
Students are responsible for booking their own international travel.It is recommended that students wait to be accepted fully into their program before booking their airfare. 

4. Other 
  • Visas may require a fee. To read more about visas click here.
  • Optional Excursions with Arcadia
  • Personal Expenses
 
Photo of AustraliaSTUDENT LIFE

With more than 200 clubs and societies, and a fully equipped sport and fitness center, you can get involved in all kinds of activities from boxing to belly dancing. USyd partners with a number of different large cultural events during the year including TEDxSydney, Sydney Writers' Festival, Sydney Film Festival and National Reconciliation Week.
APPLICATION PROCESS

Dates and Deadlines

All requirements must be completed by the Study Abroad Office deadlines: online materials are due by 11:59 PM on the deadline date
  • Spring Semester Programs: October 15
  • Summer/Fall/Academic Year Programs: March 1 
How to Apply

1. Please click the Apply Now button (found at the top-right of this page and/or at the bottom of this page) to apply.
2. You will automatically be directed to your myBelmont account to log-in.
3. After logging in to your myBelmont account, if you are not re-directed back to Belmont Global, open a new window for Belmont Global to complete your application.

This program has a two-step application process:
 
Step 1) Belmont’s Study Abroad Office application, which requires:
  • Passport photocopy
  • Online questionnaires
  • Signature documents 
Step 2) The Provider application, to be completed SIMULTANEOUSLY with Step 1:
  • You must submit the provider application and all requested documents directly to the provider by the Belmont Abroad Office deadline, regardless of the deadlines set by the provider organization.
  • Instructions for completing the provider application will be provided on your Belmont Abroad Office application. You should contact the provider directly if you have further questions about the application.
  • Your application will not be considered complete until you have submitted both the Belmont application and the provider application. 
STAFF CONTACT

Rebecca Berkowitz
Office of Study Abroad JAAC 1009
rebecca.berkowitz@belmont.edu
 

Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2020 10/15/2019 ** Rolling Admission 02/10/2020 06/22/2020
Academic Year 2020-2021 03/01/2020 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.