IFSA: University of Oxford Partnership
The University of Oxford, founded in 1250, is actually a federation of individual colleges. Through IFSA, highly qualified students may study at one of several Oxford Colleges. The hallmark of the Ox-bridge model is the tutorial system. In this system, students meet one-on-one with their tutor either once a week or every other week. At the center of the tutorial is an essay on a topic the tutor previously assigned. Successful visiting Oxford students work well independently and are able to thrive in an intense academic system.
“You can participate in self driven research in one of the best university/library systems in the world, with tutorials taught by some of the leading minds in their fields. It was a very different experience than Whitman provides, which offered an opportunity to develop multiple skills and learn valuable lessons from another system of education.” - James M. '18
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Fields of study: |
All disciplines |
Eligibility: |
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.7. The application process is highly selective. Interested students should contact OCS Assistant Director, Barbara Hoffman, early in their sophomore year for advising. |
Credits: |
Spring (Hilary and Trinity Terms) - 24 credits |
Credit Conversion: |
1 IFSA credit = 1 Whitman credit |
Internships: |
None |
Housing: |
Students typically live "in college" in on-site dormitories provided by the college. |
Meals: |
The meal plan at Oxford varies depending on the college. Some colleges offer visiting students self-catering kitchens, while others offer access to their dining halls. |
Semesters Offered: |
Spring or Academic Year |
Calendar: |
Spring: January - June |
Deadline: |
November of the student's sophomore year for full-year participation as a junior |
Scholarships: |
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Program Link: |
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