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Program Overview
Located on 310 acres of lush countryside, Stirling University has earned a
reputation in the U.K. for being among its top ten “Student Experience”
universities. Founded in 1967, the university offers 300 high quality degree
combinations and top-notched facilities. Located less than ten minutes from
the city center, the university comprises nearly twenty percent of the city’s
population. A large contingent of international students from around the
world study here each year.
Program Facts
Location……....................................Stirling, Scotland
City Population……………..........................……..40,000
Campus Enrollment.………...............………………..7,200
Program Type
Exchange and Study Abroad
Academics
Program Dates
Fall
Mid-September to MidDecember
Students accepted into the UNC Wilmington exchange/study abroad
program at Stirling will receive credit toward their degree requirements
for most majors. Areas of study available include biology, business,
computer science, creative writing, English, geography, history, marine
biology, journalism, film studies, ecology, criminology, sociology,
philosophy, political science, psychology, religion, sports & exercise
science and social sciences.
Spring
Early February to Late May
Application Deadlines
Academic Year and Fall..........................March 1
Spring Semester.......................... September 15
Eligibility
Students are eligible to apply for this program
if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
• Degree-seeking student
• At least Sophomore standing at time of participation
• Good judicial standing
• 2.75+ GPA at time of application (Students with a GPA of 2.5 will be considered on case by case basis)
Learn more at www.uncw.edu/international
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Housing
UNCW students may live in a variety of on-campus, university-managed facilities
ranging from residence halls to flats to bungalows. In addition, off-campus
housing arrangements may be obtained through the Accommodation Office.
Student Life
With a reputation as one of the U.K.’s friendliest universities, Stirling promotes an
active student association, which provides students with a number of societies
and clubs to join, as well as range of bars, lounges and other entertainment
venues to enjoy.
Rich in local history, Stirling also offers students the opportunity to explore a
great number of historical landmarks, such as the William Wallace Monument,
Stirling Castle and the site of the Battle of Bannockburn — the birthplace of
Scottish independence. Nature lovers can enjoy invigorating study breaks by
hiking, biking and camping out in the nearby mountains or canoeing in nearby
lochs.
Cost
This program is available as an Exchange or as a
Study Abroad:
• Exchange – This means you pay your regular tuition and fees to UNCW, and your room and board costs abroad.
• Study Abroad – This means you pay your tuition, fees, room and board abroad.
With each option, there will be additional costs
for international airfare, passport, visa, health
insurance and local transportation. Please meet
with an advisor at the Office of International
Programs to discuss which option is best for you.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Surrounding Areas
Located in the central highlands of Scotland, Stirling is close in proximity to
Scotland’s most metropolitan cities: Glasgow (25 miles) and Edinburgh (35
miles). London is easily reached by train, as are Liverpool, Stratford upon Avon
and Southampton. For the avid traveler, Ireland and the European continent are
as convenient as the nearest ferry or airport.
Map & Images
Federal and state financial aid may be applied
toward this program. Even if you are normally
ineligible for financial aid, you should submit a
financial aid application (FAFSA). You may find
that you are eligible for additional funding.
UNCW students may also apply for a UNCW
Education Abroad Grant and additional study
abroad scholarships. Grant applications and
additional information are available at www.
uncw.edu/international/abroad/aid.html.
Web Sites
University of Stirling
www.external.stir.ac.uk
Stirling Tourist Information:
http://www.visitstirling.org/
UNCW Office of International Programs:
www.uncw.edu/international
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