CEA CAPA Education Abroad in London, England

Name: CEA CAPA Education Abroad in London, England
Brand: CEA CAPA Education Abroad
SKU: 16032
Rating: 4.86 (154 reviews)

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Location

England
- London

Term

Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter

Subject Areas

Accounting Art History Biochemistry Biology Business Communications Computer Science Criminal Justice Cultural Studies Design Economics Education Engineering English Film Finance Food Science and Nutrition Geography Health Sciences History Hospitality International Relations Journalism Law Marketing Photography Political Science Psychology Social Sciences Sociology Sustainable Development Tourism +22

Financial Support

Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships, Payment plans, Work study, LGBTQIA+ funding, BIPOC funding

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Program Details

Program Type

Provider

Degree Level

High School Diploma Associates Bachelors

Housing

Apartment Dormitory

Language

English

Pricing

Starting Price

5000

Price Details

Included: Personalized Pre-departure Advising; Tuition & Registration; Travel Medical Insurance; On-site Orientation; Housing; Volunteer Opportunities; On-site Staff Support; Excursions and Cultural Engagement; Host Institution Services & Amenities and more. Scholarships available.

What's Included

Some Accommodation Activities Airport Transfers

Last Updated: Jun 28, 2023

Last Reviewed: Apr 09, 2024

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About Program

If you’re looking for a cosmopolitan experience filled with art, music, fashion, and food, London is the place for you! You can see it all with London’s 24-hour transportation system, one the best in the world. Stop by different cultural centers for a taste of other destinations, or visit the legendary London Eye or Sky Garden for incredible views!

Study at the centrally located CEA CAPA London Center or at one of our partner institutions, Goldsmiths College, University of Westminster, or London South Bank University. Whatever you choose, London will become your classroom. CEA CAPA includes relevant activities that complement course offerings and help you gain knowledge through visiting landmarks, honoring cultural traditions, attending performances, and interacting with locals.

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CEA CAPA students on Abbey Road in London, England

Iconic yellow brick houses in London, England

Graffiti of woman against red wall and yellow, blue, pink circles in London

CEA CAPA students at museum looking at paintings

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Diversity & Inclusion

BIPOC Support

CEA CAPA provides, in conjunction with Diversity Abroad, Destination Guides which provide resources and tips for Black/African-American students, Latinx students, Asian American students, and all other students of color.

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LGBTQIA+ Support

Through our personalized advising, CEA CAPA takes steps to understand the needs of a diversity of student identities like the LGBTQIA+ community. In addition to diversity and identity training, CEA CAPA leadership engage in continuous department level project work to identify and revise policies and practices using the appropriate Justice, Equity, Diversity or Inclusion lens as a frame to reduce bias and barriers that impact students, faculty, and staff. CEA CAPA is intentional in elevating diverse student voices and providing a platform for a broad array of identities to share their experiences abroad. The CEA CAPA World Blog promotes stories and personal experiences from the perspectives of diverse student bloggers and vloggers.

Neurodivergent Support

CEA CAPA is willing and able to assist students with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. Students are requested to disclose disabilities through the application health forms as part of their application and in discussion with their application advisor or program manager. The earlier CEA CAPA is made aware of learning or physical disabilities the better we can work with the student, institution, and overseas team to tailor an Individualized Education Program if necessary to support the student.

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Impact

Sustainability

CEA CAPA makes a conscious effort to create study abroad experiences that leave a positive impact on host communities. Each location implements a variety of strategies to support the local community and promote sustainability. Examples include:

Use of recycling bins in Study Center locations and in CEA CAPA housing

Signage in CEA CAPA housing urging students to limit water and electricity usage

Students are often given reusable bags and water bottles upon arrival to limit single plastic use

Students are provided with instructions for acquiring transportation passes to promote use of public transportation rather than taxis

Program Highlights

Hands-on learning experiences that transform the world abroad into a classroom
Personalized Pre-Departure Advising, including visa and immigration support
Courses offered in English that fulfill major and general graduation requirements
Comprehensive on-site support, including 24/7 emergency phone
Career workshops, Internships Abroad, and Alumni Ambassador positions

Scholarships

CEA CAPA Scholarships and Financial Aid

CEA CAPA is committed to increasing access to study and interning abroad. We offer more than $2 million each year in scholarships, affiliations, and grant programs.

Value

$100 - $5,000

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Program Reviews

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4 rating 9.74%
3 rating 0.65%
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1 rating 0.65%

Academics 4.1
Support 4.8
Fun 4.6
Housing 4.7
Safety 4.8

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I loved my time in London this summer. I am a huge Harry Potter fan and I got to visit the studio where they filmed the movies, I got to see different spots across London where they filmed, and yes I got to see the Platform. Not only did I love the Harry Potter experiences, but I loved the memories that I made with the friends that I met through this experience. We got to see so many things that I only dreamed about such as Stonehenge, the London eye, and many more. I would highly recommend doing study abroad. It is such a fun and life changing experience, and you might just meet some of your lifelong friends in the process!

Pros

New cultures
English speaking city
new experiences

Cons

No air conditioning in some buildings
Time difference from home
Very noisy city

Studying abroad for a semester was the best experience of my life. I am so thankful to have had this opportunity and I would do it again in a heart beat! I learned and grew so much during my time abroad and I came back as a completely different person. Interning was probably one of my favorite parts because I was given opportunities I never thought I would be given. My favorite part was going to London Fashion Week. Even though I had classes and a job, I still had so much opportunity to travel and explore with my friends. 10/10 recommend.

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?

I had never tried this little Japanese pancakes before. Upon arriving at Borough Market, all of my friend shad convinced me to try them, and they were so good. The texture was a bit odd to me, but I still really enjoyed them!

CAPA London was a fast-paced and fantastic experience!

The CAPA courses were dynamic, yet manageable. My favorite class was 20th Century British History. It was particularly interesting to learn about the London boroughs and UK immigration in the 20th century.

I had a very positive experience at my internship at a charity/ community center. I made immediate connections with my co-workers due to their warm and welcoming personalities. My one critique about the CAPA internship programs was that I was not satisfied with my placement. Though I loved my co-workers at my internship, I wish I was placed at a fashion/style company.

Overall, I had a wonderful experience exploring London, making friends, and documenting every beautiful and crazy moment.

What was your funniest moment?

Running into students from my home university at a nightclub. It was funny because I did not think I would ever run into people I knew from the States.

While the Villanova program is different than the standard, studying abroad through London CAPA was fantastic due to the resources that they provided. From their work pairing me up with a summer internship to planning various excursions around London, I loved my time in the city. Before I left the US, I met with a CAPA advisor to discuss internship preferences, tailoring it to my interests. Living in an apartment by Tower Bridge, I was able to use the Tube to commute to the internship and then spend the afternoons and nights exploring the city, either with the larger program or with close friends. As a large program, we had numerous events planned such as attending the Wimbledon, visiting Lloyds, and so much more!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

To make the most of the program, I would recommend mapping out the London sites you are most excited for! Make it your goal to cover as much as possible and take advantage of the numerous free museums and attractions within the city - many have student discounts! Once you have the map, pick a part of the city each day/afternoon and check off everything in that area. This will make you much more efficient, and then you will be able to see the wide array of subcultures and attractions around London! It truly is an incredible city! Take in all it has to offer!

The CAPA London Global Business Institute Program, which I participated in during the Spring of 2020, had so much to offer! From a rigorous academic schedule that developed my knowledge of global business, to an incredible placement in an internship where I applied my skills in a hands-on environment, to a safe and comfortable housing arrangement, to fun and immersive events and activities. CAPA made me feel so supported both academically and socially. I loved every minute and would recommend the program to anyone interested in studying abroad!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

My advice is to manage and organize your time the best that you can. Students are always busy and juggling several responsibilities. Your experience will be so much better if you take some during during the first few days to schedule out your internship, classes and homework, and travel schedule.

Absolutely thrilling. Teaches you about important balances between work and play and throws you into a world full of opportunities and networking. I got to work with a Non-profit for the royal family and the bar for me so so high now that I don't know how to move forward!!
It was the best time i'd ever had working.
additionally, it taught me a lot that I needed to know about managing real life situations and complications. Being out of my comfort zone helped me make new friends and connections that I now like to proudly call my family.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?

I would find a way to manage my budget - and use the tube more often!

At first, I was hesitant to study abroad because I fear that I had to do everything on my own and I was also worried about money. CAPA helped me every step of the way and made sure that I was all set before the departure. They also helped me with my financial issue by letting me know of the scholarships they offer to students who are in need of financial help. They were available all the time for questions and inquires. They got back to me very quickly when I emailed them my concerns and questions. They had different orientations for students studying abroad to come to learn more about the process and to meet with others. I love that they paired me with a "manager" to who I can reach out at any time. Every student is paired with their own "manager", who helps them with the entire process.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?

I wished I did more research because I didn't know that I could be directly enrolled in a university. I would much prefer it if I knew.

Studying abroad was of course a great experience! Studying abroad with the CAPA program enhanced my time abroad dramatically. There were always opportunities to immerse ourself in the culture from the activities that CAPA planned for students. Even with our time getting cut short due to COVID CAPA remained organized and kept all students best intentions in mind. CAPA's program was very organized and as a student in a country that is not their own I felt this was critical to making sure everyone's time abroad ran smoothly and it did.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?

There are a lot of surprising things that happened to me while abroad, given I experienced new things everyday. The most surprising thing I did was take a SoulCycle class next to David Beckham. Also, I'd say being abroad during a global pandemic was pretty surprising as well.

Questions & Answers

What is the oldest age of students studying there?

There is no minimum or maximum but most people will be between 18 and 22 while studying abroad

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Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

Why did you choose this program?

I chose this program as a future arts administrator who hopes to gain experience in the theatre industry. Having access to the West End and other artistic nonprofit institutions was an integral part of me choosing this program. It was incredibly valuable for me to get to experience the arts climate in London.

What did your program provider (or university) assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

SUNY Oswego has different staff in the study abroad office that work with specific programs. I worked heavily with my university program representative, who walked me through the campus application, program application, finances, class selection, and flight booking. The program helped by being in contact with the rep to help me with choices, and also planned logistics such as housing and placement.

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What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

Budget smart! London is expensive, not so much in groceries but moreso because living in a city has a lot of unexpected inconveniences that require you to buy things during your day. Also, if you want to travel, set aside an entirely different budget, it cost me roughly $300-$400 to travel outside the UK on the weekends, so if that’s a goal, plan for it.

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

During my time in this program I would wake up early in the day and get on the tube to go to the CAPA center or my Internship location in person screen. From there I would either spend about three hours in class working with professors and small groups or I would be at my intern location doing miscellaneous work with the theatre company. My evenings and weekends would be spent with friends exploring.

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it? How did your views on the issue change?

My biggest fear was definitely making friends. You go into this experience not knowing anyone typically or if you’re lucky knowing one or two people from your school. CAPA does a great job at socializing with you with other people from other schools in a variety of different ways. I gained more confidence as a person and was able to better adapt to situations following.

What is a hot tip about living in London?

Want to save money when going out? Most museums in London have free admission, and theatre tickets are ridiculously cheap if you look on TodayTix. Also, although buying pints at pubs is a cultural staple, £5 at a pub is about $7 in the states, which adds up ridiculously quickly.

Ellie Telander

2018 Alum

Brianna Bosco

2013 Alum

Francesca Smeriglio

2015 Alum

Allison Knapp

2014 Alum

Cassie Naes

2014 Alum

Meghan Murphy

2014 Alum

Emily McGeary

2014 Alum

Kiley Shanks

2013 Alum

Emily Feeley

2013 Alum

Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

woman smiling by a bridge

What position do you hold at CEA? What has been your career path so far?

I have always been a Program Director for CEA; some of those years I worked in Mexico and now I’m in the UK, making me the only CEA employee with that characteristic! I have a major in Tourism Administration and a Masters in International Business. Before joining CEA, I worked as a teacher for different age groups, I worked on board of one of the largest ships at sea circumnavigating the world. After a few years I needed to be back on land, so I found myself the best job ever… at CEA! Ever since, I have never looked back. I believe in helping our students make the most out of their experience and help them avoid any unnecessary stress -- without stealing those moments of “sink or swim” that shape character for the rest of their lives.

Why is language learning and cultural immersion important to you?

I often say that if you speak one language you are worth one, if you speak two….you are worth double. We should always be open to new cultures, ideas, different ways of doing things, because staying flexible makes you stay young. We live in an interconnected world where we are no longer dislocated from anything or anywhere, and as we understand each other’s way of life, the more things will make sense. This will undoubtedly help us come to terms with other regions of the world, as more often than not we believe to hold the truth, when in reality, most of the time we only have a glimpse of it. As we see and experience how the world evolves and becomes a more integrated place, it is necessary to comprehend where the rest of the world is coming from.

What changes would you make to the study abroad industry?

I would like for our students to have a fully immersive study abroad experience. However, with today’s digital communications, it’s very easy to always have one foot in each continent, which, in my opinion, is a distraction to the power of NOW, HERE, and THEN. I would like students to realize that not only the body is here, but the soul must be too. As much as we benefit from Facebook, Twitter, SnapChat, etc., I can’t help thinking that it’s a double-edged sword that takes away some of the real depth the study abroad experience has to offer. I strongly believe that we have a massive influence on our students, and the profound effect we have on them means we are always eager to be on top of trends, forgetting about how things are “always” done and seeing how things could be done better in the future.

Describe a time when you felt especially proud to be part of the CEA team.

I always feel special about being part of CEA. That’s why I have been with the company for 11 years in two different countries! There are many occasions that feel special, like when a student says “thank you” and you see a spark in their eyes, when they say “I love everything you do for us,” when looking after them during a hospital stay or an excursion, when I see them having a blast because of activities I have organized. Every day is an open opportunity to feel special and each student is an open door to walk through, so we better make sure we leave the best impression ever and along the way leave them with enough encouragement to never give up their dreams.

Jim Parsons

Craig Kench

London Director of International Internships

Location

Location:

London

Currency:

English Pound

Weather:

Jan-Mar

52 F / 36 F

Apr-Jun

70 F / 43 F

Jul-Sep

73 F / 52 F

Oct-Dec

61 F / 37 F

Airports:

London-Heathrow

( LHR )

Gatwick

( LGQ )

London Stansted

( STN )

London, although typically regarded for its architecture and city lifestyle, is made up of 40% public green space in the form of incredibly lush parks. London has created an environment where you can spend the day enjoying city life and then escape to Primrose hill, the Thames, or a walk by the canals.

About CEA CAPA Education Abroad

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Program Details

Pricing

Program Highlights

CEA CAPA Scholarships and Financial Aid

Alumni Interviews

Anna Chichester

Why did you choose this program?

What did your program provider (or university) assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it? How did your views on the issue change?

What is a hot tip about living in London?

Staff Interviews

Cassandra Peacock

What position do you hold at CEA? What has been your career path so far?

Why is language learning and cultural immersion important to you?

What changes would you make to the study abroad industry?

Describe a time when you felt especially proud to be part of the CEA team.