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Your Stay in London!

London combines the energy of a proud capital, the sophistication of a European city and the friendliness of a loyal local community. It’s a perfect place for anyone looking for an active summer! Be sure to pack your sense of adventure! Located steps from Hyde Park in posh Chelsea, Imperial College is the perfect base for your summer in London. A safe, affluent and enduringly fashionable area of West London, Chelsea is famous for its shopping, restaurants and history.

And we don’t just mean ancient history! Chelsea has been home to contemporary cultural icons and historical figures like Margaret Thatcher, actors including Hugh Grant and Johnny Depp, musical legends like the Beatles and Rolling Stones, and plenty of literary giants like Mark Twain, J.R.R. Tolkien, Agatha Christie and Oscar Wilde. Now you’ll be living in the same stylish neighborhood.

Your Home in London

Students live and learn together, spending four weeks right in the heart of London at the world renowned Imperial College London. Our first-class residence, Beit Hall, features in-suite bathrooms and housekeeping. Beit Hall offers a superb location in Chelsea, steps from Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, with plenty of the comforts of home. These deluxe rooms are definitely set with style! Of course, ACA’s experienced staff live on-site, ensuring a safe, comfortable stay.

The Premier College in London

World-class campuses mean access to world-class faculty and facilities. Consistently ranked as one of the top 10 universities in the WORLD, Imperial College London offers incredible academic and personal enrichment opportunities. Tackle a college-level course or try something for fun. Take Princeton Review SAT Prep, learn college survival skills, and explore your favorite passions and interests. ACA has the perfect opportunities to fit your needs!

Endless Activities

Afternoons and evenings are yours to enjoy. Play some tennis, shoot some hoops and try some serious English "football." Stroll famous boulevards, discover beautiful Hyde Park in Chelsea or browse chic boutiques and traditional markets. From creative arts workshops to cool shows in London’s West End, from Buckingham Palace to the Tower of London, there are new options to pursue every day!

Incredible Weekend Adventures!

Every weekend, you’ll explore exciting cities and tour incredible historic landmarks. From visits to medieval castles and legendary monuments like Stonehenge to tours of cities including Paris and Barcelona, each weekend brings an unforgettable adventure!  Our Signature All-Inclusive Weekends Include:
• Paris • Oxford • Stonehenge • Windsor Castle • Bath • Stratford-upon-Avon • Cambridge

The Barcelona Excursion
(supplemental tuition required)
Take a two-hour flight from London and spend two nights and three days in this sun-drenched city by the ocean. Click here to find out more.

More Than Just Tea & Crumpets

Choices, choices, choices! Ready to savor true international flavor? ACA serves up amazing meals throughout your stay in England. Start your days with a breakfast buffet, featuring a serious
English breakfast of cereal, pastries, baked treats, and fresh juices and fruits. You’ll have no problem fueling up for the day.

For dinner Monday through Friday, you’ll enjoy ACA’s exclusive Dining-on-the-Town-Plan, which lets you choose from a variety of ACA-selected restaurants – and it’s included in your tuition! Whether you want to tackle some local delicacies or would rather stick with American-style favorites, you’re sure to find a restaurant that suits your taste.

Once a week, if you want, you can also venture beyond the Dining-on-the-Town-Plan and visit additional restaurants of your choice. ACA will even provide pounds to help pay the tab! It’s an additional opportunity to sample outstanding local restaurants featuring exciting international cuisine. Bring plenty of friends so everyone can sample and share! Wondering what to try first? Don’t worry, ACA staff are always at the restaurant ready to recommend a few favorites.

Staying in Shape – English Style

Just because you’re away from home doesn’t mean you must sacrifice your fitness routine. While in London, you’ll have access to the fantastic Ethos gym at Imperial College – the premier athletic facility in all of London. This gym is truly state-of-the-art with a fitness center, swimming pool, sauna, sports hall, climbing wall, exercise studio, squash courts, and even a café. There are even yoga classes to keep your mind, body and spirit healthy.

If you’re feeling extra competitive, challenge your fellow ACA students to a game of soccer, tennis or basketball. Want to combine a little sightseeing with your workout program? Join ACA staff for an early evening jog through Hyde Park, or sign up for our Englishmen vs. Americans "football" match!

Playing it Safe

At ACA, we know safety comes first. Our eight-to-one student-to-staff ratio (one of the lowest in the industry) lets us provide each student with unmatched attention and supervision. Our exclusive residences feature a front desk staffed 24 hours a day with trained security personnel for your comfort and convenience. ACA staff members also live on every student-occupied floor and accompany students on all activities and excursions. ACA takes extra care to use private transportation for our weekday activity and weekend adventure trips – never public transportation. ACA staff members also carry cell phones for emergency contact.

Travel to London*

Students traveling to England fly nonstop on ACA-staffed group flights from the New York area to London’s Heathrow Airport. From there, they will be personally escorted to connecting motorcoach service for the short drive into London.

We are happy to assist with arrangements for students connecting to the New York area in order to meet the ACA group flight. Contact the ACA office for additional information.

Please Note: For your safety and convenience, we require students traveling to our international programs to fly on ACA-staffed group flights.

*Transportation is not included in tuition.

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