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Introduction
Attend Drexel University on this 4-week summer programme to learn about US values through interactive sessions on current socio-political topics and by visiting historical and cultural institutions in Philadelphia.
Programme Description
In collaboration with Drexel University, during this exciting 4-week summer programme, you will learn about the quest for individual rights throughout history and how it continues today. You will also be able to take weekend trips to regional points of interest, like NYC and Washington, DC., and attend a professional baseball game.
An opportunity not to be missed!
Key Information
Dates
Dates to be confirmed for Summer 2026 (allow for a day or two either side for travel).
Eligibility
Open to Registered Undergraduate or Postgraduate students (part-time or full-time). Not suitable for final year students.
Programme Includes
Flights, Accommodation and Activities. You will be responsible for your own meals.
Programme Cost
Programme Cost: £2000 (approximate) to be paid by student to Drexel University.
Turing funding is available for eligible students to assist towards the programme cost.
Students will be expected to contribute the following amounts towards the programme cost :
£800 for most students
or
£500 if your household income is less than £25,000*
*you can check the full criteria for this higher Turing rate in the 'Widening Access and Participation' section below.
Flights
An additional scholarship of up to £1000 is available towards the cost of your return flights. This will be paid to students once flights are confirmed and evidence (receipts) are provided.
You must ensure you have the funds to pay for your flights as you do not receive this scholarship in advance.
Entry Requirements
Refer to Foreign Travel Guidance for further information.
Application Information
Application | Applications now closed. |
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Application Deadline | Check back later. |
Interview | You will be invited to an online group interview if you are shortlisted at application stage. Interview dates will be released shortly. |
Interview Guidance | If you require support and guidance to help you prepare for interview reach out to your Employability & Graduate Futures Team. You can request a 1:1 appointment via Handshake or contact the team via e-mail: graduatefutures@ulster.ac.uk |
Widening Access and Participation
You will be eligible for a higher rate of Turing Scheme funding if you meet one of the criteria below:
- You are in receipt of an Ulster University Access Bursary
- You are from an area of low higher education participation, low household income or low socioeconomic status (including those with an annual household income of £25,000 or less)
- You receive Income Support or Universal Credit and are financially supporting yourself or financially supporting yourself and someone who is dependent on you and living with them, such as a child or partner
- You are from a background of care
- You have caring responsibilities
- You have no living parents
- Your parents cannot be found or it is not reasonably practicable to get in touch with either of them (estranged students)
- You are a refugee or asylum seeker
Proof of the above criteria will be required as part of your application.
Pre-Departure Information
If you are selected for this opportunity following successful application and interview, the following details will help you prepare for pre-departure:
You are responsible for ensuring that you meet the host country's immigration requirements. This will vary depending on the type of passport you hold. Further advice on the visa application will be provided as part of the pre-departure process, but it is your responsibility to ensure your familiarity with this.
Please note, if travelling out of Dublin airport, students without a British or Irish passport may also need an additional Irish visa.
Ensure you read through the Government Travel Guidance Advice for the United States.
You will automatically be covered for emergency travel insurance and medical emergency cover through Ulster University’s Group Personal Accident and Travel insurance policy for the duration of this programme.
Review the cover thoroughly to check it's sufficient for your needs; if it does not cover everything, you will need to take out additional cover.
Ensure you read through the recommended vaccine requirements for the country you are travelling to.
There’s lots to think about before, during and after your programme. Read the Pre-departure Guide thoroughly for advice on to how to prepare and what to expect from your experience abroad.
Once final candidates have been selected you will be invited to a number of mandatory pre-departure sessions to help you prepare for your programme. This will be an opportunity for you to meet other students who will be joining you and it is a requirement of the programme that you attend.
