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Reed College

International Programs Office

SOAS University of London

London, United Kingdom

SOAS specializes in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. The curriculum, open to exchange students, focuses on pressing issues - democracy, development, human rights, identity, legal systems, poverty, religion, social change - from a decolonial perspective, with the goal of a more equal world. Located in central London, Reed students can study these issues and more alongside a diverse and international student body committed to the improvement of the human condition.

Program Information

Terms Available: year, semester

Type of Program: Study Abroad

Languages of Instruction: English

Language Prerequisite: N/A

  • Credit Transfer System
    • Typical course load: 4 courses
    • Units recorded in: credits
    • Conversion to Reed units: 15 credits=1 Reed unit
    • Grading system: Per Cent (0-100)
  • GPA Requirement: 3.3. 3.0 and higher may be considered
  • Credits: 15 credits
  • Course Catalog

Application

Application Deadline: Term 1: June 30 | Term 2 and 3: Oct 15
Program Application
Program website

Housing: Residence Dorm, Shared Apartment, Independent Housing
SOAS has various student accommodation options that can be applied for, with more information located in their website section titled "Accommodation".

Financial, Immigration

Cost to attend:

Reed College charges the same tuition fees for a semester or year off-campus as for a semester or year spent on campus, plus the program's actual room and board fees. Reed College encourages students to choose programs based on their academic rather than financial needs to reflect Reed's belief that all students, regardless of financial circumstances, should have the opportunity to study abroad.

Financial aid continues for eligible students during the off-campus program. Students should discuss with the Financial Aid Office how other outside aid may impact their existing aid package. Check out more details directly on the Reed College Financial Aid page.

Visa Deadlines and Requirements:

The UK's Immigration Advice Service can help students figure out how to obtain the student visa that is appropriate for them.

New Immigration Requirements for the UK:

By April 2025, all visitors who do not need a visa, except British and Irish citizens, will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) – a digital permission to travel to the UK. Students can apply for an ETA from later this year through a quick and simple process using the UK ETA app. An ETA costs £10 and permits multiple journeys to the UK of up to six months at a time over two years or until the holder’s passport expires – whichever is sooner. ETA applies to: visits of up to 6 months for tourism, visiting family and friends, business or short-term study transiting through the UK – including if you’re not going through UK border control, as well as other times. For more information visit the UK government website’s section on ETA.