Spring: Oxford, England

Program Dates

• February 17 - March 4: Program starts at PCC
• March 5: Group flight departs U.S. for England
• March 6: Group flight arrives in London, transfer to Oxford
• March 7: On-site orientation
• March 8: Classes resume in Oxford
• Spring Break: TBA
• May 22: End of program. Group flight departs London for the U.S.

Program Fees

$12,200 (airfare included) 

Excludes airline taxes & PCC tuition. 

Program Fee Includes:

• Roundtrip airfare between Los Angeles (LAX) and London (LHR) international airports
• Roundtrip transfers between London Heathrow and Oxford
• Accommodation in shared, double-room, homestays
• 2 meals per day (continental breakfast & dinner)
• Traditional English Tea & Farewell Dinner
• Oxford Key bus pass with unlimited travel within the city center and homestay areas
• Pre-departure and on-site orientation program
• Guided walking tour of Oxford 
• Full-day excursion to London
• Full-day excursion to Bath
• Full-day excursion to Salisbury & Stonehenge
• Full-day excursion to Stratford-Upon-Avon
• On-site faculty, student support staff member, and 24-hour emergency contact service
• Medical insurance policy
• Liability insurance

Program fee does not include:

• Mandatory U.S. government and airline-imposed departure taxes, fees and fuel surcharges of $1095 (subject to change)
• Meals other than those listed
• Optional Extra Protection Insurance Coverage, including increased medical insurance 
• Optional trip interruption or cancellation insurance
• Passport and visa fees, if applicable
• PCC course registration fees
• Textbooks
• Personal expenses

Item:	Fee:	Deadline:
Enrollment Deposit	$450.00	Due immediately upon acceptance into program
Balance of Fees	$11,750.00	January 8, 2027
Airline Taxes (estimate)	$1,095.00	January 8, 2027
Total	$13,295.00
Optional Components:	Fee:	Deadline:
Trip Interruption or Cancellation Insurance	varies	Within 21 days after deposit is paid
Extra Protection Insurance Coverage	$65.00	January 8, 2027

All students must submit a $450 deposit upon acceptance into the program and when completing the online enrollment form.

Program fee payments, including the deposit, will be made directly to our partner American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS). Program fees will not be collected by the Pasadena City College Study Abroad Office or by program faculty.

Payments may be made by check or credit card. Checks should be made payable to “AIFS.” American Express, MasterCard and Visa are accepted.

Please note: A $35 returned check fee will be charged on all checks returned by the bank for insufficient funds.

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Group Airfare Package 

The group airfare package includes round-trip airfare between Los Angeles (LAX) and London Heathrow (LHR) international airports in economy/standard class, and round-trip transfers in England between the airport and student housing in Oxford, on the regularly scheduled program dates. 

AIFS will book flights only on the dates indicated for this program. 

Participants wishing to purchase the airfare package (which is included in the program fee, excluding airline taxes) must select this option on the online enrollment form. AIFS cannot arrange airline tickets for students after November 20, 2026. Land-only packages, without airfare, may be offered to students after this date. 

Tickets are exclusively on scheduled airlines (not charters). They are not endorsable to another carrier. Flights are not necessarily direct or non-stop, they cannot be rerouted, and frequent flyer miles are not applicable. No refunds are available for any unused portion of the ticket. Once airline tickets have been issued to students, they can only be changed directly with the issuing agent - agent and airline-imposed penalties apply. 

A minimum of 10 participants is required for the group airfare package to be offered.

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AIFS Refund Policy

If a participant withdraws on or before Thursday, December 10, 2026, they will receive a refund for all fees paid less a $150 processing fee.  

If a participant withdraws after Thursday, December 10, 2026, but on or before Friday, January 8, 2027, they will receive a refund for all fees paid less the $450 deposit and any non-refundable deposits paid by the participant or by AIFS on the participant's behalf.

If a participant withdraws after Friday, January 8, 2027, they will receive no refund and the total program fee is due.

After the final payment deadline the full program fee is due to AIFS even if you have not yet paid and no longer plan to participate in the program.

Non-refundable financial commitments have been made to secure your spot. If a participants withdrawals once the program has begun, there is no refund.

This refund policy applies whether a participant pays AIFS Abroad directly for all, part, or no program fees. 

Courses

Participants must enroll in a minimum of four program classes from the following list:

Course No.	Course Name	Units
ENGL C1003	Critical Thinking & Writing Through Literature	4
ENGL 009	Creative Nonfiction	3
ENGL 057	Modern Drama	3
PSYC C1000	Introduction to Psychology	3
PSYC 024	Lifespan Developmental Psychology	3
STAT 018	Statistics for Behavioral & Social Sciences	4

* All courses are CSU/UC transferable* Honors Program credit for those who qualify

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PSYC C1000 Introduction to Psychology (3u): This course is an introduction to psychology, the science of behavior and mental processes. Students will explore psychological concepts related to behavior, cognition, emotion, and social interaction, while examining how culture and environment shape human experience. Course activities include observing social behaviors, comparing educational systems, reflecting on cross-cultural differences, and applying psychological theories to what we observe in museums, historical sites, and daily life throughout Oxford. Students will also examine how psychological research generalizes across different societies and will critically evaluate claims presented in UK versus US media. By integrating real-world experiences in both Pasadena and Oxford, this course cultivates critical thinking and a global understanding of psychology.

PSYC 024 Lifespan Developmental Psychology (3u): This course explores human development across the lifespan, from conception through death. We will examine the biological, cognitive, personality, sociocultural, and existential factors that shape who we become. Studying this course in Oxford, England offers a unique lens for these concepts. Students will observe and reflect on how culture impacts development by comparing Southern California to Oxford, while considering intersectional identities and experiences. Through hands-on activities in Oxford, students will connect developmental perspectives to real-world observations, building a more global understanding of how culture and context shape the human experience across a lifetime.

STAT 018 Statistics for Behavioral & Social Sciences (4u): This course provides an overview of, and hands-on experience with, the statistical methods used in the social and behavioral sciences. Students will use real-world data to reflect on and analyze our everyday experiences, becoming more informed about the global issues we face. Studying abroad in Oxford also gives students a unique opportunity to conduct cross-cultural research and compare findings across different social and cultural contexts. Throughout the course, we will cover foundational statistical concepts, including organizing and displaying data, descriptive statistics, probability, normal distributions, hypothesis testing, and inferential statistics. We will also examine research methods, and practice calculating statistical tests by hand and with computers. 

ENGL C1003 Critical Thinking & Writing Through Literature (4u)

ENGL 009 Creative Nonfiction (3u)

ENGL 057 Modern Drama (3u)

Program Faculty

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Meals & Accommodations

Accommodations in shared, double room, homestays on a half-board basis with daily continental breakfast (cereals, toast, juice, tea/coffee) and dinner provided. Students will be located no more than a 45-minute bus ride from the city center and will have access to laundry facilities and the kitchen for the preparation of other meals.

An Oxford Key travel pass will be provided, which allows unlimited travel in the Smart Zone, covering travel between the city center and homestay areas for the duration of the program.

If available, single rooms will be offered on a first-come first-served basis for an additional fee.

Excursions & Activities

Orientation Program

• A series of pre-departure orientations covering topics such as "To Do" action items, banking, cell-phone options, adaptors, what to pack, airport security, customs & immigration, and more.
• On-site orientation upon arrival covering topics such as general acclimation to Oxford, safety and security issues, cultural differences, travel, and cultural activities.
• Local area walking tour covering classroom location and local amenities.

Local Activities

Guided walking tour of Oxford, entrance into Christ Church College, and a traditional afternoon tea.  

Additional activities will be available in or around Oxford, either at no additional cost or for a subsidized fee. Activities may include visits to local libraries and museums, Blenheim Palace, and more!

Excursions

LONDON

Enjoy a full-day excursion to London - a diverse and exciting city with some of the world's best sights, attractions and activities. Your time in London will include a guided sightseeing tour, entrance into the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey, and an evening of theatre in the West End.

BATH

Explore the atmospheric pools at one of Northern Europe's most significant ancient Roman bath sites. Visit the medieval Bath Abbey, stroll through picturesque streets, and explore a city steeped in Georgian-period history and charm.

STONEHENGE & SALISBURY 

Discover the timeless wonders of southern England with a visit to Stonehenge, one of the world’s most iconic prehistoric monuments, and Salisbury, home to Britain’s tallest cathedral spire and the iconic Magna Carta.

STRATFORD-UPON-AVON

Visit the charming town where England's most celebrated playwright, William Shakespeare, was born. Wander through beautifully preserved Tudor streets, explore Shakespeare's birthplace, and enjoy a walk along the picturesque River Avon. 

Independent Travel

Use your free weekends and Spring Break to travel to Europe’s great cities. Student favorites include Paris, Amsterdam, Edinburgh, Dublin and Berlin.

Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. Grants, loans, and scholarships may be used to pay program fees.

Apply immediately. You should allow up to eight weeks for your financial aid request to be processed.

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