University of Bristol Exchange

Program Overview

In this exchange program, you will enroll directly in classes at the University of Bristol, a prestigious research university in southwest England. Bristol is best known for its cutting-edge research center, but also offers many courses in the humanities, social sciences, and certain professional areas. The British system stresses in-depth study of a few subjects and provides a level of specialization that is not generally part of the American undergraduate experience. Learning in this system is self-motivated, with instructors serving more as guides than as teachers in the traditional sense.

Located about two hours by train west of London, Bristol is the most populated city in South West England (approximately 495,000). Bristol is an excellent place for student life. The University of Bristol Students' Union (Bristol SU) offers 350 student clubs and societies and 70 sports clubs, and the city hosts a wide variety of visual arts, theatre, specialty shopping and live music. It is a thriving, modern city that takes pride in its long history. Bristol is also a vantage point for seeing many of England’s famous sights: Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Stonehenge, Bath, and the southwest coast of England are all within a day’s travel.

Exchange students at Bristol are eligible for the Butex Scholarship - Visit this link to get more information about the Butex scholarship.

Exchange programs differ from other study abroad options and require a high level of independence. University systems outside the US may differ from what you are used to at the UO, both in terms of academic structure and student services. Students most comfortable and successful in these types of programs typically have high levels of self-reliance, resourcefulness, and willingness to adapt to unfamiliar teaching styles and living arrangements.

Dates and Deadlines

Term	Year	Deadline	Arrival Date	Departure Date
Fall Semester	2027	02/01/2027	Early September	Late December
Academic Year	2027-28	02/01/2027	Early September	Late May
Spring Semester	2028	02/01/2027	Early January	Late May

The application process for this program is competitive: GEO staff will review your application materials, and a decision about your enrollment will not be made until after the application deadline. In some cases, an interview is required. If your program requires an interview, you will be contacted with further details about this process after the application deadline. Early applications are encouraged.

Successful applicants will receive an exchange nomination from GEO. Selection will be based on a holistic review of your application. This includes a review of your GPA, transcripts (including courses taken and in-progress), any additional requirements or prerequisites (see section "Additional Requirements"), and written statements.

Applying for an exchange program involves 2 steps. If you receive a nomination from GEO, you will also need to complete the host university's application, which is administered and reviewed by your host university directly. Instructions will be provided after acceptance by GEO. The host university makes the final decision regarding acceptance into the program.

Academic Details

Bristol encourages students to plan and manage their own work and study. This emphasis on independent study means you will be asked to read widely on a subject, make notes, research, write and revise outside of formal teaching. On all courses you will be expected to study extensively on your own. Lectures are the most traditional form of teaching, but most modules include seminars, discussion groups, computer work and independent study.

Course Availability:

At Bristol, "Units" are the equivalent to classes/courses at the UO and "Courses" are equivalent to UO majors. Bristol allows you to take units from across the University.

Please review the Unit offerings for exchange students on the University of Bristol’s website using the "Course Search" link on the sidebar menu. You may need to use the current academic year’s unit list as a guide for what might be available for the term you want to study at the University of Bristol.

You need to be flexible with choosing units and have multiple back-up units in case you do not get into your top choices. You are responsible for ensuring you meet any pre-requisites for units at the University of Bristol.

Note: Students should consult with their UO academic advisor before submitting their unit enrollment to the University of Bristol.

Credits:
You will choose 60 Bristol credits per semester, which is typically three or four units (classes/courses). Bristol credits are converted to the European Credit Transfer Scheme (ECTS) in your transcript:

120 Bristol credits represents a full year of study (equivalent to 60 ECTS credits)
60 Bristol credits represents one semester of study (equivalent to 30 ECTS credits)

ECTS credits are transferred to the UO at the rate of 1 ECTS credit = 0.75 UO quarter credits.

To maintain full-time student status at the UO while on a university exchange program, UO students need to earn at least 12 UO credits per UO term abroad.

Course Equivalencies

UO students: please refer to the UO Course Equivalency Process and the UO Office of the Registrar Course Equivalency Database.

Non-UO students: Actual credit awarded is determined by the relevant department at your university in consultation with the study abroad office. Check with your study abroad advisor for more information.

Additional Requirements

Completed WR 121 and 122 or 123 with grades of B- or higher
Math/Science students: completed 200-level Math/Science sequences

Housing Description

Bristol offers residence halls equipped with Internet access and fully furnished study bedrooms, single or shared. Some halls are catered (meal services in a dining hall) while others are self-catered (includes a shared kitchen in each flat). The housing contract generally covers only the academic periods. You are guaranteed an offer of university accommodation if you are a new exchange student studying at Bristol for the Fall semester or the full Academic Year and apply for housing by the posted deadlines.

Note: If you are arranging your own housing, you are advised to arrive in Bristol early.

Budget and Price

Exchange programs have a fixed program fee that is calculated based on your Oregon residency status and the number of semesters that you spend abroad. Please note that the terms available for each exchange vary based on the university's academic calendar.

Please only include the relevant program fee when determining your estimated total cost of attendance.

2026 Fall Semester

**GEO Program Fees**
Description	Amount
UO Exchange Program Fee – Oregon Resident	$5,025
UO Exchange Program Fee – Non-Resident	$12,250
UO Study Abroad Fee ($500 per semester)	$500
Estimated UO Insurance*	$546

**Estimated Additional Expenses**
Description	Amount
Estimated housing (Paid directly to host university or housing company)**	$4,900
Estimated meals	$2,200
Estimated airfare from Eugene to Bristol	$1,600
Estimated books & course supplies	$275
Estimated cost of acquiring passport	$150
Estimated cell phone expenses	$250
Estimated travel clinic & pre-departure physical	$50
Estimated local transportation	$400
Estimated Compulsory UK NHS Health Insurance	$500
Estimated visa expenses & travel to visa processing center (if applicable)	$900
Estimated additional living expenses***	$1,750

**Total**
Description	Amount
Estimated Total Cost of Participation – Oregon Resident	$19,046
Estimated Total Cost of Participation – Non-Resident	$26,271

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

*Estimated insurance cost per program, based on program length ($3.50 per day of coverage). The insurance fees will be charged to your UO student billing account.

**Housing costs vary depending on what type of housing you select. This is based on a mid-range, self-catered cost in Bristol's accommodation. See more information here: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/accommodation/about/costs/cost-byresidence/

***This is a rough estimate for other living expenses such as doing laundry, buying non-grocery items/toiletries, general health/well-being, going to the movies, etc. This amount will vary depending on your spending habits. This does not include personal travel.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date	Cancellation Penalty
Upon acceptance to the program	Student agrees to $500 non-refundable program deposit
8 weeks before program start date	Student is responsible for 50% of total GEO program fees
Program start date or after program begins	Student is responsible for 100% of total GEO program fees

2027 Spring Semester

**GEO Program Fees**
Description	Amount
UO Exchange Program Fee – Oregon Resident	$5,025
UO Exchange Program Fee – Non-Resident	$12,250
UO Study Abroad Fee ($500 per semester)	$500
Estimated UO Insurance*	$546

**Estimated Additional Expenses**
Description	Amount
Estimated housing (Paid directly to host university or housing company)**	$4,900
Estimated meals	$2,200
Estimated airfare from Eugene to Bristol	$1,600
Estimated books & course supplies	$275
Estimated cost of acquiring passport	$150
Estimated cell phone expenses	$250
Estimated travel clinic & pre-departure physical	$50
Estimated local transportation	$400
Estimated Compulsory UK NHS Health Insurance	$500
Estimated visa expenses & travel to visa processing center (if applicable)	$900
Estimated additional living expenses***	$1,750

**Total**
Description	Amount
Estimated Total Cost of Participation – Oregon Resident	$19,046
Estimated Total Cost of Participation – Non-Resident	$26,271

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

*Estimated insurance cost per program, based on program length ($3.50 per day of coverage). The insurance fees will be charged to your UO student billing account.

**Housing costs vary depending on what type of housing you select. This is based on a mid-range, self-catered cost in Bristol's accommodation. See more information here: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/accommodation/about/costs/cost-byresidence

***This is a rough estimate for other living expenses such as doing laundry, buying non-grocery items/toiletries, general health/well-being, going to the movies, etc. This amount will vary depending on your spending habits. This does not include personal travel.Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date	Cancellation Penalty
Upon acceptance to the program	Student agrees to $500 non-refundable program deposit
8 weeks before program start date	Student is responsible for 50% of total GEO program fees
Program start date or after program begins	Student is responsible for 100% of total GEO program fees

2026-27 Academic Year

**GEO Program Fees**
Description	Amount
UO Exchange Program Fee – Oregon Resident	$10,050
UO Exchange Program Fee – Non-Resident	$24,500
UO Study Abroad Fee ($500 per semester)	$1,000
Estimated UO Insurance*	$963

**Estimated Additional Expenses**
Description	Amount
Estimated housing (Paid directly to host university or housing company)**	$9,800
Estimated meals	$4,500
Estimated airfare from Eugene to Bristol	$1,600
Estimated books & course supplies	$550
Estimated cost of acquiring passport	$150
Estimated cell phone expenses	$500
Estimated travel clinic & pre-departure physical	$50
Estimated local transportation	$800
Estimated Compulsory UK NHS Health Insurance	$1,000
Estimated visa expenses & travel to visa processing center (if applicable	$900
Estimated additional living expenses	$3,900

**Total**
Description	Amount
Estimated Total Cost of Participation – Oregon Resident	$35,763
Estimated Total Cost of Participation – Non-Resident	$50,213

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

*Estimated insurance cost per program, based on program length ($3.50 per day of coverage). The insurance fees will be charged to your UO student billing account.

**Housing costs vary depending on what type of housing you select. This is based on a mid-range, self-catered cost in Bristol's accommodation. See more information here: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/accommodation/about/costs/cost-byresidence/

***This is a rough estimate for other living expenses such as doing laundry, buying non-grocery items/toiletries, general health/well-being, going to the movies, etc. This amount will vary depending on your spending habits. This does not include personal travel.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date	Cancellation Penalty
Upon acceptance to the program	Student agrees to $500 non-refundable program deposit
8 weeks before program start date	Student is responsible for 50% of total GEO program fees
Program start date or after program begins	Student is responsible for 100% of total GEO program fees

IMPORTANT: The GEO Cancellation Policy is effective from the time a student agrees to pay their non-refundable program deposit or electronically signs the program commitment form, regardless of application or acceptance status. It is essential to read this policy before a potential cancellation takes place, to fully understand the withdrawal and cancellation penalties, and to understand what it means financially to commit to a study abroad program.

To view the program specific cancellation policy dates and penalties, click the term budget dropdown menu.

Students who cancel their participation must notify GEO in writing. Email is acceptable (geoinfo@uoregon.edu). Verbal notification to GEO or notification given to a non-UO campus study abroad office is not sufficient.

For full details, see the complete GEO Cancellation Policy.

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