Equine Summer Study Abroad Programs in Scotland

Equine Summer Study Abroad Programs in Scotland

Location
  • Scotland
    • Edinburgh
Term
Short Term, Summer
Subject Areas
Animal Science
Payment plans
Health & Safety

Program Details

Program Type
Provider
Degree Level
High School Diploma Associates
Housing
Dormitory
Language
English

Pricing

Starting Price
6570
Price Details
-Pre-departure orientation and counseling
-Airport pickup and orientation on arrival in Scotland
-College tuition for 2 classes worth a total of 6 US credits
-Your own private room and bathroom in college accommodations.
-Free wireless internet available.
-Access to computers in college Resource Centre. Laptops can also be borrowed on a weekly basis.
-College staff on-site will be available to assist students with individual requests
-Excursions to local cultural sites and events eg. Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle, William Wallace Monument, the Highland Games, the Royal Highland Show and more.
-Sealed college transcripts upon completion
What's Included
Accommodation Some Activities Airport Transfers Classes Wifi
What's Not Included
Airfare SIM cards Transportation Travel Insurance
Mar 16, 2026
Jun 25, 2025
24 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Spend your summer surrounded by Scotland’s breathtaking landscapes while advancing your equestrian expertise with Adelante’s Equine Study Abroad Program. Study 4 weeks at a prestigious equine college just outside Edinburgh. You’ll receive a hands-on, affordable education that seamlessly blends theory with practice.

This program includes Equine Fitness and Equine Anatomy, combining classroom learning with practical riding and stable management experience. Whether you’re an aspiring equestrian or a horse enthusiast, you’ll train in classical and English-style riding and work closely with experienced instructors in a real-world, professional setting. The campus boasts modern stables, riding arenas, and scenic grounds, providing the perfect environment to refine your skills.

With weekends free, you’ll also have the chance to explore Scotland’s majestic highlands, historic castles, and vibrant culture. Best of all, you can earn 6 college credit hours in just one month.

COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

This program offers hands-on equine learning with supportive instructors and scenic weekend trips around Scotland. While the campus is beautiful but isolated, communication and logistics sometimes fall short.

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Diversity & Inclusion 💙

At Adelante Abroad, we take pride in fostering a diverse and inclusive community for aspiring students seeking international internships and study abroad experiences. We are committed to providing equality and opportunity, as we firmly believe that every individual, regardless of their background, deserves the chance to embark on a transformative journey. Through our specialized biopic program, we actively encourage and support students from all walks of life to participate without discrimination. We understand the importance of nurturing emerging talents, and our program stands as a testament to our dedication to providing an enriching, empowering, and unbiased platform for students to thrive and make their mark on the global stage.
At Adelante Abroad, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive space for all students, including those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We wholeheartedly encourage and support LGBTQIA+ students to participate without fear of discrimination. We recognize the unique challenges that LGBTQIA+ individuals may face, and we are determined to provide a safe and empowering environment for them to embark on their international internship and study abroad journeys. With a focus on celebrating individuality and fostering growth, our program stands as a beacon of acceptance, ensuring that all students can thrive, learn, and contribute meaningfully to the global community.
Adelante Abroad is committed to offering comprehensive accessibility support for participants with physical disabilities and/or chronic conditions. While our foremost goal is to provide optimal conditions for all participants, there may be instances where certain program country locations pose challenges to full accessibility. Despite these limitations, we continually strive to ensure that all individuals can benefit from our programs to the best of our abilities.

Impact 🌎

At Adelante Abroad, we are driven by a vision of sustainability that goes beyond mere neutrality. Our commitment is to create programs and business practices that generate a net positive impact on the world. By striving to tip the scales towards positive outcomes, we seek to ensure that any potential negative effects are outweighed by the overall benefit we bring to the individuals, communities, and environments we engage with, aligning our efforts to leave a lasting, positive legacy.
At Adelante Abroad, our ethical impact programming is thoughtfully designed to harmonize student experiences with the well-being of our host communities and the environment. We meticulously assess the social and environmental implications of our programs, ensuring a balanced approach that maximizes positive outcomes for both our students and the communities they engage with. By fostering meaningful connections, minimizing environmental footprints, and prioritizing sustainable practices, we aim to create lasting benefits for host communities, safeguard our planet's resources, and preserve the integrity of the experiences we offer for generations to come.

Program Highlights

  • Hands-On Learning at Renowned Equine Centers
  • Earn transferable US College Credit for 2 classes
  • Cultural Immersion in Scotland’s Equestrian Heritage
  • Small Group Learning & Mentorship
  • Resume-Boosting Experience - showcase your adaptability, specialized knowledge, and global perspective

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Interested in enhancing your equestrian knowledge over the summer? Team up with Adelante to study abroad in Scotland in this truly unique program. Riders have the opportunity to verse themselves in 'British' style equestrianism. Classroom instruction includes Equine Anatomy and Physiology & Fitness. Also, candidates experience practical and hands-on exercises outside of the classroom. This program gives you a one-of-a-kind experience at an extremely affordable price.

Program Reviews

4.74 Rating
based on 156 reviews
  • 5 rating 76.28%
  • 4 rating 22.44%
  • 3 rating 0.64%
  • 2 rating 0.64%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Academics 3.85
  • Support 4.7
  • Fun 4.4
  • Housing 4.1
  • Safety 4.85
Showing 81 - 88 of 156 reviews
Michaela
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Scotland 2018

This program is so well organized and thought out. The teachers for the classes are not regular teachers. They will be your guides through your time in Scotland and be your teachers and they are great at it. Over all I felt the level of the classes was comparable to a similar class you would be doing at your home university. Although the buildings on campus are not prettiest they are definitely on a very nice piece of land. Over all the campus is filled with beautiful horticulture, a very nice farm with pastures and barns. The riding portion of the program was so much and perfect for anyone of any riding experience. The horses were all great and there was never a boring day. The program keeps you very busy between school, riding, and field trips.

122 people found this review helpful.
Mikaela
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

I had a fun experience here!!

This trip was very worth it and it really enjoyed all the fun experiences all over Scotland! We were able to explore the area and loved the dynamics of the area. The Riding was also really fun, although we weren't able to do as much as i would have liked I do feel like I was able to advance in my understandings of riding and of the information in the classes too. I loved the horses and the instructure's and would do it again if I could. I love Scotland and am totally coming back

What would you improve about this program?
Separate the groups in riding better so that every person has the chance to go farther then they were previously instead of remaining the same
135 people found this review helpful.
Lauren
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Adelante Equine Program

This was a great program for horse people going abroad. As an equine science student the classes were a lot of review from others I have taken so the classes were not overly challenging, but the professors here are great! The equine fitness class gave me a different outlook on conditioning horses and so I found that class far more interesting than the anatomy one. The riding portion of this program was not as challenging as I was hoping either so if you are looking for a hard program physically or mentally this program isn't for you, but I can not say enough good things about the staff here. They are all extremely friendly and helpful; they want you to feel comfortable and at home and are always willing to help out with anything you need. There are lots of opportunities to get out and see other places near by and around Scotland and the excursions on a couple of the weekends was a huge added bonus! These allowed us to see the Highlands and other areas we would probably not have been able to get to without transportation. This is a great program for anyone looking to go abroad and see another part of the world without learning another language. I would not recommend this program if your main goal is to be challenged intellectually or if you are a high level rider looked to be pushed in that aspects.

What would you improve about this program?
I would love to see another week added on to this program. I felt like in some ways we really only got two solid weeks because the first week was a bit of an intro week and the final week was just tying up the loose ends.
128 people found this review helpful.
Hanna
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Adelante Equine Study Abroad at Oatridge College, Scotland

This study abroad program was extremely well organized. We not only get credit for two classes, but also get to ride horses multiple days per week. The food takes some getting used to, but it isn't terrible, and the beds were not the most comfy. All of the staff are super nice and helpful and the rooms and bathrooms in the dorm are cleaned daily. We also had a lot of time to explore Edinburgh and see other sites around Scotland. Overall this was an awesome experience I would totally recommend.

What would you improve about this program?
n/a
117 people found this review helpful.
Katie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

First time study abroad student

I enjoyed the program a lot it was a lot of fun and the professors make the program. Riding was a lot of fun and I did learn a lot. I made friends of this trip for another university and it was pretty awesome. The horses that are used in the program are very much suited to the rider placed with that horse. The organization was really go they kept us busty and encouraged us to travel on our free time. The free weekend we were given some of us went to London and Ireland. If I could do it all over again I would not second guess this trip. I am so happy that I made the choice to study abroad.

What would you improve about this program?
The living arrangements could have been a little bit better. But they living conditions were not bad.
127 people found this review helpful.
Isabelle
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Adelante Equine Study Abroad at Oatridge College

This is a very good study abroad program. All of the staff at the college are super friendly and want to make it the best experience possible. The itinerary was structured enough to keep the days filled, while still leaving plenty of time in the evenings and on off days to experience the surrounding areas. The facilities are very clean and well-kept, with only the beds being a little hard. It is important to remember that with any study abroad experience the food will be different, the housing will be different, the transportation and places to go will be different. Just don't expect everything to be the same as it is at home. Embrace the new culture.

139 people found this review helpful.
Sydney
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Summer to Remember

I really enjoyed my time studying here in Scotland. I have met a lot of great people and have seen amazing things in Scotland and all over Europe. I also like being able to ride almost everyday. There is a great variety of horses and the barn has a wonderful atmosphere. The classes were great because I learned a lot while still having enough free time to see Scotland and adventure. I highly recommend trying to travel anywhere you can while you are here, and before/ after the program!

What would you improve about this program?
Only improvement would be changing the dorms that the study abroad students are in, and making it easier to get food on the weekend.
125 people found this review helpful.
Sydney
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Adelante Equine Program

Overall, I had an amazing time on this trip. The staff here was extremely welcoming and helpful, and always made sure we had someone available to help us if needed. I do wish that the riding was a bit more rigorous, although I know it's hard to get super deep into riding in only a 4-week program. I also found the classes to be extremely easy, and think that in the future they could be a bit more challenging for students. My favorite part about this trip was really being able to submerge myself into the Scottish culture. I learned so much just from touring castles, palaces, or just walking the streets of Edinburgh and talking to locals. At the end of the day, those amazing experiences are the ones I will remember and carry with me wherever I go.

What would you improve about this program?
I would love to see the riding be a bit more challenging. I understand that riders come from all different starting levels, however for the upper level groups, I would love to see them be able to do more things such as jumping more quickly.
122 people found this review helpful.

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