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Canada
The University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia (UBC), established in 1908, is one of Canada’s leading research universities and is consistently ranked among the top 40 in the world. The university attracts 54,000 students from across Canada and 140 countries around the world to two major campuses.
30 minutes from the heart of downtown Vancouver, a spectacular location – where snow-capped mountains meet ocean, and breathtaking vistas greet you around every corner.
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The University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is a comprehensive research university, ranked one of Canada’s top eight research universities and a member of the 13 most research intensive universities in Canada. More than 31,000 students are currently enrolled in undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs.
The University of Calgary campus occupies a beautiful, park-like setting covering more than 200 hectares, an area larger than Calgary’s entire downtown.
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The University of Guelph is ranked as one of Canada's top comprehensive universities because of our commitment to student learning and innovative research. The university currently has 19,567 full-time undergraduate and graduate enrolments.
The open, friendly campus is characterised by green lawns and a blend of modern and traditional architecture. The City of Guelph is located in southwestern Ontario, just an hour away from Toronto, Canada's largest city. Guelph's population is approximately 115,000 people and is known for its friendly, supportive and safe learning environment.
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Queen's University s one of Canada's leading universities, with an international reputation for scholarship, research, social purpose, and spirit. Consistently highly-ranked, Queen's is known for its incomparable 24-hour learning environment. Great teaching, great students, community and tradition - these are the hallmarks of the Queen's experience. The university has approximately 18,5 full-time undergraduate and graduate enrolments.
Queen's University is located in Kingston, which is a crossroads between Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa.
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United States of America
Clemson University, one of the country’s top public universities, combines the best of small-college teaching and big-time science, engineering and technology. Clemson University is ranked as the 23rd best national public university by U.S.News and World Report. The University’s 19,000 students can selected from approximately 80 undergraduate and 110 graduate degree programs. Clemson provides educational and enrichment opportunities to create leaders, thinkers and entrepreneurs solving real-world problems through research, outreach and public service.
With its college-town, lakefront setting against a backdrop of mountains and forests, Clemson is characterised by a strong sense of community, a commitment to service and a love of winning — in academics, in athletics and in life.
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Haverford College
Haverford College is a coeducational liberal arts college located outside of Philadelphia. It is nationally recognised for its strong academic program and student-run Honor Code. Haverford's size, 1150 undergraduate students, allows for close relations between students, faculty, and staff.
Haverford’s location is the best of both worlds. The campus is a mere ten miles from Philadelphia; minutes from Bryn Mawr, Swarthmore, and Villanova; and a short train ride or drive from New York City, Washington D.C., the Pocono Mountains, and the Jersey Shore
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In its 2011 rankings, U.S.News & World Report's America's Best Colleges rated Illinois as the number 15 public university and the number 47 national university. The university is large with 31,540 undergraduate and 12,322 graduate and professional students
The University is in the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana (total population 180,000) in east-central Illinois. Situated about 140 miles south of Chicago, 125 miles west of Indianapolis, and 180 miles northeast of St. Louis.
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The University of New Mexico is a leading research university, with renowned faculty and exceptional facilities for learning and exploring, UNM is also one of the best educational values in the country, with more than 200 top-quality academic degree programs.
The University of New Mexico now occupies 600 acres along old Route 66 in the heart of Albuquerque, a city of more than 700,000 people. From the magnificent mesas to the west, past the banks of the historic Rio Grande to the Sandia Mountains to the east, Albuquerque is a blend of culture and cuisine, styles and stories, people, pursuits and panoramas.
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The University of Oklahoma, founded in 1890, is known for three things: a beautiful campus, a long tradition of academic excellence, and the home to the best of American college football! OU is located in Norman, which is the third largest city in Oklahoma. Norman was ranked in CNN Money’s Top 100 places to live in both 2008 and 2010. The university enrols more than 30,000 students each year.
Norman is a diverse college town with a lot to offer beyond the campus and classrooms. There is something for everyone - restaurants, local dives featuring live music, vintage clothing boutiques, cafés with outdoor patios, festivals, and the list goes on.
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The University of Oregon is one of only 62 institutions in the prestigious Association of American Universities, and enrols more than 20,000 students. The university's mid-range size gives it the ambience of a smaller institution, but with all the benefit of the resources of a major research institution.
The University of Oregon's 295-acre main campus is located in Eugene, nationally recognized as one of America's most liveable cities, as well as one of its best college towns.
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Rhodes College
Founded in 1848, Rhodes College experience combines the best of the classroom and the real world. Students learn, play and serve others with a determination to grow personally and to improve the quality of life within their communities. 1,712 students are enrolled.
The collegiate-gothic campus sits on a 100-acre, wooded site in the heart of historic Memphis. Memphis is a charming Southern city with a rich and colourful history. Memphis is the home of the Blues and the Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll. There is more live music in this city than in many communities twice its size.
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St. Olaf College
St Olaf College is located in Northfield, Minnesota. . Olaf offers an academically rigorous education with a vibrant faith tradition. Founded in 1874, St. Olaf is a liberal arts college of the church in the Lutheran tradition (ELCA). The college encourages and challenges its students to be seekers of truth, to lead lives of unselfish service to others, and to be responsible and knowledgeable citizens of the world. The student population of more than 3,000 students.
Northfieldis a historic river town of 19,000 in the southeast part of Minnesota, just 45 minutes from the Twin Cities and Minneapolis/St. Paul (MSP) international airport. Downtown Northfield, within walking distance of campus, has been restored to recall the 19th century and features coffeehouses, sandwich shops, restaurants, gift stores, and local art galleries. Northfield is also home to Carleton College, an athletic rival whose campus is just across the Cannon River.
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Washington & Jefferson College
Founded in 1781 and located about 30 miles south of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Washington & Jefferson College is one of the nation’s oldest and most distinguished co-ed, four-year liberal arts colleges for undergraduate students. All classes are taught by master teachers who are caring mentors and advisors, the College believes that learning happens throughout the college experience, not just the classroom, and offers its students many on-campus organisations, volunteer opportunities, and hands-on research experiences.
Washington, located 30 miles south of Pittsburgh in southwestern Pennsylvania, provides you with benefits of both a small suburban community and the excitement and opportunities of living near a large city. There are approximately 6,000 acres of park land in Washington County offering an abundance of outdoor activities, professional sports and a thriving nightlife.
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The University of Washington (UW), Seattle, is located in the heart of the beautiful Pacific Northwest. The UW is a top-ranked research institution welcoming over 47,000 students from all over the United States and over 100 countries. A wide range of courses and academic opportunities are offered and the city of Seattle is a dynamic setting for students to explore. Seattlecombines unparalleled natural beauty with small-town friendliness, a Pacific Rim outlook and cosmopolitan amenities. The city of Seattle is located in the state of Washington on Puget Sound, 113 miles south of the U.S.-Canadian border.
Seattle terrain is hilly (the city is built on seven adjacent hills) and green. The city shoreline runs along Puget Sound to the west and Lake Washington to the east. The city is separated from the Pacific Ocean by the Kitsap and Olympic peninsulas. Seattle, the Emerald City, has hundreds of parks.
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University of Wisconsin-Stout
University of Wisconsin-Stout is a comprehensive, career-focused polytechnic university where students, faculty and staff use applied learning, scientific theory and research to solve real-world problems, grow the state’s economy and serve society. More than 9,300 students, including 150 international students from more than 30 countries, are enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs.
The university is located in Menomonie, a city of 15,000, UW-Stout is surrounded by Wisconsin's natural beauty. The Menomonie area offers a wealth of year-round recreational activities. The community is 75 miles east of Minneapolis-St. Paul on Interstate 94. You will discover the UW-Stout campus is a place of beauty, history and character.
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University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire
Founded in 1916, University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire continues to build its national reputation based on the achievements of its students and faculty. As one of the Midwest’s top public universities, UW-Eau Claire provides students with small classes led by talented professors, cutting-edge programs, endless opportunities to get involved and experience more of the world, and the support they need to meet their goals for success.
Eau Claire is located 90 miles east of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. Named for its clear water, Eau Claire has a population of 65,000 people and is consistently ranked as one of the safest cities in the United States. Eau Claire has countless outdoor activities, fantastic restaurants, vibrant cultural festivals and live music abound.
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse was founded in 1909 as the La Crosse Normal School. Today, it is one of the 13 four-year campuses in the University of Wisconsin System. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is consistently ranked by Kiplinger's and U.S. News & World Report as one of the top public comprehensive universities in the country.
Located on the Great River Road that winds north and south through 10 states, La Crosse is the hub of the geographic area known as the 7 Rivers Region. Densely wooded valleys, the famous Mississippi River and its tributaries, lush marshes and native prairies provide prime opportunities for outdoor recreation. La Crosse is known for its historic downtown district, which boasts dozens of specialty boutiques; it also has one of the largest malls in the region. In addition, there are dozens of restaurants, a number of movie theatres and several venues that host concerts and other special events.
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Hong Kong
The University of Hong Kong
The University of Hong Kong is the territory's oldest university, and with a history that stretches back more than 90 years. Today, HKU, as it is fondly called, is a dynamic, comprehensive, university of world-class standing. With ten Faculties and numerous research centres, its reputation as a centre of intellectual excellence is recognised around the world.
The University offers a wide variety of programmes and activities outside the regular curricula to broaden students' learning experience, the university has over 110 affiliated societies, including faculty and academic societies, hall student associations, Independent Clubs Association (ICA) clubs, Cultural Association (CA) clubs and Sports Association (SA) clubs.
Neighbouring territories such as Taiwan, Singapore, Japan, Korea, and Malaysia are within easy reach for a mid-term break, and the use of English as the medium of instruction makes Hong Kong an education hub for Asia. Grgeous night views, towering skyscrapers, high-end shopping complexes, street markets, fashionable stores, high-spirited Hong Kongers, and extraordinary culinary outlets are some of the many facets of Hong Kong.
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The Chinese University of Hong Kong
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) WAS founded in 1963, is a leading comprehensive research university. It has a total of 61 departments under the Faculties of Arts, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science, and Social Science. Currently, it has approximately 21,000 students undertaking undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes.
Set within 134-hectare campus which overlooks the scenic Tolo Harbour is the largest and greenest in Hong Kong. The university has 7 libraries, art museums, music halls, sports fields, tennis courts, squash courts, a water sports centre and gymnasia.
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City University of Hong Kong
Establishment in 1984, City University has grown into one of Asia-Pacific’s most reputable institutions in higher education, with around 25,000 students enrolled in programmes representing a variety of interest included in the Faculties of Business; Humanities and Social Sciences; and Science and Engineering; the Schools of Creative Media; Law; Graduate Studies; and Continuing and Professional Education; and the Community College of City University.
In order to provide our students with an environment conductive to learning, the University has invested in its campus environs, with modern classrooms, a library, laboratory facilities, Sports Complex, student residence and other conveniences.
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Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Since its official opening in October 1991, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has established itself as an intellectual powerhouse, energizing the community's transformation into a knowledge-based society, and securing a place on the academic world map in record-breaking time.
HKUST is coeducational, with a total enrolment of approximately 9,000 students. Exchange students may enrol in courses from the School of Science and the School of Engineering ONLY.
The University is housed in a hillside and waterfront complex overlooking Port Shelter on the Clear Water Bay peninsula, less than 30 minutes' driving time from central Hong Kong.
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LingnanUniversity was founded in 1967, the only liberal arts university in Hong Kong. The University is small, warm, friendly, and welcoming. It has a relatively small student number amongst the universities in Hong Kong and is committed to maintaining the student number at about 2,300 to ensure a close faculty and student relationship. 75% of its students live on campus.
The campus is about 8.6 hectares and is located in Tuen Mun in the New Territories. This beautiful campus, winner of architectural awards, is an embodiment of eastern and western architectural styles, providing facilities crucial to the daily functioning of a modern university.
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Akita International University
Akita International University, also known as AIU, is a liberal arts institution with a student population of about 800. It is a public university corporation established in April 2004 by a local prefectural government. Unique in Japan for offering an International Liberal Arts education entirely in English, we are on the cutting edge of Japanese higher education.
AIU is located in Akita city (population about 322,000), the capital of Akita prefecture (population about 1,080,000).The campus has modern facilities and is surrounded by magnificent nature. Facing the university are a state-of-the-art sports facilities (basketball, baseball, tennis, soccer, and weight training, etc.) run by the local government. Also, a variety of hiking, cycling, and golf courses are adjacent to our campus. A huge shopping mall is 10 minutes away from campus by bus. Students can stop there before/after classes or on weekends for groceries, restaurants, movies, video-gaming, and much more.
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More information can be found on each institution’s web-site or you can go to Room 104, University Office to look at the course catalogues for these institutions and to find out about finding a good fit for you.
