University of York
Description
The University of York (UY) is a research university with a strong reputation across the globe. Its founding values of excellence, equality and opportunity are as true today as they were when it opened its doors in 1963. Since then, the university has grown to an enrollment of over 18,000 students from over 150 countries. In 2020, UY was ranked in the Top 40 in the world for Arts and Humanities and in the top 100 for Social Sciences. York is a cathedral city with Roman origins in North Yorkshire, England. Students at UY enjoy a green and open campus close to a historic and cosmopolitan city.
Eligible Majors: Art History and Museum Professions
Program Type: Exchange
“Exchange” lets you study abroad at a partner school while paying FIT tuition, with
limited spots available.
Looking to Fund Your Study Abroad Experience?
FIT offers competitive scholarships - up to $10,000 - for students enrolled full-time while abroad. Awards are based on an essay, recommendations, GPA and financial need. Learn more about Paying for Study Abroad.
Review the UY Program Financial Budget Sheet (Google Doc) and meet with a financial aid counselor to discuss your program costs.
Eager to Study Abroad? Apply Now!
Submit your application through the Study Abroad Portal and then complete the required Course Equivalency Form with your Office of International Programs (OIP) program coordinator. After that, your department will review your completed course plan and application. See How to Apply step-by-step.
Program Details
If you have further questions about this program, contact the International Programs office at (212) 217-5380 or studyabroad@fitnyc.edu
Fall Semester: Applications reviewed and approved on a rolling basis through February 15
Note: Early applicants receive preference.
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Enrollment: Must be matriculated in a Bachelor's degree program
- Capacity: As an exchange program, it operates on a 1:1 ratio—meaning for every FIT student studying abroad, an international student studies at FIT. This limited capacity means spots can be competitive.
Additional Requirements by Major:
Art History and Museum Professions
- Meet with an academic advisor and/or thoroughly review degree requirements in Degree Works
- Meet with an OIP program coordinator
- Obtain approval from the department chair or international coordinator
- Students may take major-area, related-area, and liberal arts courses with the department's approval of the course equivalent
- Eligible to participate in the 7th semester
A full-time semester credit load at UY consists of 60 UK credits, the equivalent to 15 credits at FIT. Major and liberal arts credit is available. As this is an exchange program, major and/or liberal arts courses may also be taken online at FIT at no additional expense.
Term Dates can be viewed on the UY website.
Students are generally expected to arrive the weekend before orientation begins.
Students are responsible for making their own accommodation arrangements for the duration of their stay. Students may apply to live in campus accommodation (guaranteed if early) or search for private sector accommodation with UY’s Accommodation Services.
US citizens do not need to apply for a visa in advance of arrival. Upon entering the UK with proper documentation, US citizens are granted short-term study clearance by the border officer. All non-US citizens must carefully review UK visa requirements as they may need to apply in advance for a short-term study visa. Supporting documentation will be provided by CSM after admission.
FIT requires all students to be covered in the U.S. and internationally for the duration of their study abroad program. Students are automatically enrolled in the UHC Study Abroad Insurance, which is included in UY program budget sheet (google doc). This policy is SUNY-mandated, therefore, it cannot be waived.
The UHC Study Abroad Insurance is ACA compliant and students may waive the FIT Haylor Student Health Insurance using the Study Abroad policy.
UY is committed to working together as a whole university to promote student well-being.
Students can access a range of support services via the Health and Wellbeing pages.
The Equality and Diversity Office is a center for advice, guidance and good practice for the staff and student community.