The USC Cambridge Programme is geared toward students who have demonstrated academic excellence and a continuous love of learning.  This program is named in honor of Dean Joan Metcalf Schaefer, Dean of Women Emerita, of the University of Southern California.
 
The International Summer School in Cambridge, England, offers students an excellent opportunity to study British literature, history, economics, poetry, arts and government, and to examine the background of modern Britain and its rich and diverse cultural heritage. 

Dates:  July 9, 2012 - August 3, 2012

Eligibility:  Applicants must have maintained a minimum 3.0 grade point average on their cumulative academic work at USC.  

Curriculum:  Students may earn 4 elective credits by taking two courses and completing a comprehensive essay in each course. 

Accommodations:  Students live in traditional Cambridge Colleges (English dormitories).  Historically, the University of Cambridge has reserved Selwyn and Newnham Colleges for USC students.  Students may elect to purchase meal plans.

Program Costs: Program costs can vary significantly per student.  For estimated costs, click here.

Financial Aid:  For information about summer financial aid, please refer to the Office of Financial Aid.

Applicants are encouraged to apply for the Dean Joan Schaefer Travel Award.  Please visit deanjoan.net for more information.

Letters of Recommendation: Please submit 1 letter of recommendation in a sealed envelope with your completed application.  While there is no cover sheet or template for the letter, please do request a standard letter format from your professor.

Application Deadline: All application documents are due Friday, January 27th, 2012 at 4pm.  Completed applications should be turned in to Korijna Valenti in CAS 200.

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For more information about the USC Cambridge Programme, contact Korijna Valenti or Dean Joan Metcalf Schaefer in AHF 209, 213.740.9346.