Highlights
Get ready to immerse yourself in the dynamic pulse of London with our Signature London program designed for the curious college student! This is your opportunity to dive deep into a city teeming with energy, culture, and history, exploring its countless communities and hidden treasures.
With a diverse array of courses tailored to ignite your intellectual curiosity, you’ll engage in stimulating discussions and collaborative projects alongside fellow students from around the globe. Our expertly curated field trips will take you beyond the usual tourist spots, guiding you to both iconic landmarks and off-the-radar locales that showcase London’s rich tapestry of life.
Additionally, you’ll have plenty of personal exploration time to discover the city on your own terms—whether it’s savoring the local cuisine at a bustling market, soaking in art at world-renowned galleries, or experiencing London's electric nightlife.
Join us for this unforgettable journey, where every day is filled with new insights and connections that will shape your understanding of this remarkable city. Don’t just visit London—experience it!
Follow this link view course details: Summer 2025 Syllabi
What is included in CCSA's Program Fee?
(Note that there may be some variations between programs.)
- A three- or four-credit hour course
- Cultural and class-related activities
- Housing in double rooms or shared student accommodations
- One meal daily, usually breakfast
- Pre-departure advising and orientation
- On-site orientation and administration by CCSA Program Directors
- 24/7 emergency contact on-site and U.S.-based support
- International health and travel delay insurance
- At least one day trip outside of the program base
- For programs with dual country locations: one-way flights between thw two sites (eg: London & Dublin, London & Edinburgh)
- Partial payment of on-site public transportation costs, where applicable
Accommodations
In London, participants spend one week in student suites. Most suites consist of a common kitchen & sitting room with three double occupancy bedrooms. For the second week, they will move to a hotel in one of London’s finest central locations. Many iconic sites are within walking distance. Taking a tube from the nearby tube station quickly transports you to other city areas, including Canary Wharf, Wembley Stadium, Greenwich, and all London mainline stations.
Hotel accommodations are based primarily on double occupancy with occasional use of triple rooms. A full English breakfast or a stipend to cover breakfast is provided daily.
Full Day Excursion "Ancient British History"
Date: TBAJoin us in a day of exploring two phenomenal Stone Circles located in northern Wiltshire.
Your exploration into the past begins in the medieval village of Avebury, where you’ll encounter the world’s largest stone circle, surrounded by other significant monuments, including a cove and two smaller circles. After your guided tour of the Stone Circles, you'll visit the Alexander Keiller Museum, which offers deeper insight into the site’s history. Afterward, you'll have free time to wander the village at your own pace and get lunch at one of the traditional village pubs.
Next, uncover the fascinating story of Stonehenge, one of the most significant prehistoric sites in Britain, attracting visitors for centuries. As perhaps the most important ancient monument in the country, Stonehenge stands as a powerful symbol of human ingenuity, creativity, and imagination. During your visit, you’ll have the chance to explore a world-class exhibition and immerse yourself in the mysteries surrounding the expansive Stonehenge landscape, gaining insight into the remarkable history and cultural significance of this ancient wonder.
- Included in the cost are:
- coach transportation to and from Averbury and Stonehenge
- guided Stone Cirlces tour in Avebury
- paid entrance to Alexander Keiller Museum
- paid entrance to Stonehenge
SPACE ON THIS EXCURSION IS LIMITED, SO WE URGE YOU TO APPLY WELL IN ADVANCE OF THE DEADLINE.
Kara Arvin
On-Site Director
Kara Arvin is an Eastern Kentucky University graduate and was previously an assistant director on the London Mid-summer program in 2023. She studied abroad for two semesters in London, England, and Chiang Mai, Thailand. After graduation, she worked in Chongqing, China, before returning to the education abroad office at EKU. Arvin now works at CCSA as the Program Operations Coordinator and is excited to support students through their education abroad experience.
Javier Burrows
Assistant On-Site Director
My name is Javier Burrows. I am from Birmingham, AL and I currently work at Jacksonville State University as Coordinator for Study Abroad Programs. I love to travel, try new foods, and experience new cultures. I am excited to be working with CCSA to help lead this program to England/Ireland as I get to help students have an unforgettable experience abroad!
Group or Individual Travel Allowed
Option One - Group Travel
Travel together with faculty, staff and other participants from your CCSA program with our group travel. CCSA will purchase a airline ticket from select U.S. cities on your behalf. The airline cost will be included in your final bill from CCSA. In addition to the flight, you will also receive transport to/from the accommodation in the destination city and the airport.
You can check our currently available departure cities on our departures page CCSA highly recommends this option for those new to international travel.
Includes:- roundtrip air transportation from one of CCSA's designated U.S. departure cities.
- roundtrip ground transportation between airport and the accommodation site.
- CCSA faculty and staff to guide you through the immigration and customs process.
Option Two - Individual Travel
If you wish to make independent travel arrangements and depart from a city not listed or travel outside the program dates please choose INDEPENDENT TRAVEL from the selection below. You will book your own flights and arrange your own transportation to/from the airport and the accommodation site of the program. This is a great option for going early, staying late, or using airline miles to purchase tickets. We highly recommend participants not fly standby for these programs as a late arrival may negatively impact your grade.
Important Note for Independent Travelers: Please be aware that your check-in date may be up to 24 hours AFTER the program start date (program dates include travel time).Check the CCSA website at https://ccsa.cc/departures for your scheduled date/time check-in.
* All prices are estimates based on prior programs. Final pricing will be published on the CCSA website by the first payment deadline.
Visas
Not required for U.S. citizens for less than a 3-month stay. Non-U.S. citizens are responsible for obtaining a visa as needed.
May 21, 2025 —June 05, 2025
Base Price
$4,595
Single Room Supplement
+ $2,464
Estimated Airfare
$1,400 - $1,700
(estimated additional cost based on recent airline prices)
Payment Process
See our payments page
Enrollment Status: CLOSED
Application Deadline
February 17, 2025
Deadline extended to March 1, 2025.
Late applications accepted as space allowed; $30 late app fee applies.
