{"id":1612,"date":"2023-04-17T21:25:32","date_gmt":"2023-04-17T21:25:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/?page_id=1612"},"modified":"2026-03-31T15:54:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T15:54:58","slug":"smcm-cis-semester-in-stirling-scotland","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/study-abroad\/programs\/united-kingdom\/smcm-cis-semester-in-stirling-scotland\/","title":{"rendered":"SMCM-CIS Semester in Stirling, Scotland"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4 style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1615 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2023\/04\/stirling-castle.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2023\/04\/stirling-castle.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2023\/04\/stirling-castle-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/app\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2023\/04\/stirling-castle-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/h4>\n<div class=\"one-half in-page\">\n<h4>Pre-Requisites<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Minimum GPA: 2.8<\/li>\n<li>Judicial Check<\/li>\n<li>Academic Conduct Check<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"one-half in-page\">\n<h4>Deadlines:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>OPEN NOW! Spring 2027 Program Dates: Late February &#8211; Late June\n<ul>\n<li>SMCM Application Deadline: October 1st for Scholarship Consideration, October 15th Final Deadline on<a href=\"http:\/\/smcm.via-trm.com\"> Via TRM<\/a><\/li>\n<li>CIS Abroad Application Deadline: Apply by SMCM&#8217;s deadline, on<a href=\"https:\/\/cisabroad.com\/program\/semester_in_stirling_university_of_stirling?ideal_destination__c=Scotland\"> CIS Abroad&#8217;s website<\/a> for admission<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Fall Deadline: March 1st, March 15th<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"one-half in-page\">\n<h4>Highlights<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Study on an 18th -century estate with a lake (loch), castle, and golf course<\/li>\n<li>Hiking trails abound on campus, as well as great athletic facilities!<\/li>\n<li>Ranked #1 in the UK for best campus environment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"one-half in-page\">\n<h4>Course Equivalencies<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/ways-to-study-abroad\/course-equivalencies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start Course Planning Here<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Study Abroad Budget<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/12uIbVWUDXLLTnwcsEFlFUDKD74vjglE8\/edit#gid=1876138880\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View Estimated Semester Budget<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<h4>Financing Studying Abroad<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/financial-aid-scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Office of International Education Scholarships<\/a>\u00a0(Need-Based, Merit-Based, Region Specific, Language Study)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisabroad.com\/scholarships-and-grants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CIS Abroad Scholarships<\/a>\u00a0(Merit-Based, First-Generation, BIPOC, LGBTQ+)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/financial-aid-scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">External Scholarships<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/osfa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Speak with the Office of Student Financial Assistance for Options<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>About the Program<\/h4>\n<p>SMCM-CIS in Stirling, Scotland provides students with the opportunity to focus on a variety of subjects &#8211; including Aquaculture or Marine Science coursework &#8211; while enjoying a high level of support at the UK&#8217;s #1 ranked campus environment. In free time, students can hike around the campus (an 18th century estate) on an historic battleground with a loch alongside more than 11,000 students from 80 countries around the world. The campus, founded in 1967, is paradoxically an historic jewel while also a technologically advanced and modern campus. While abroad, students are supported by CIS Abroad, as well as Stirling&#8217;s university services, and they will also have the opportunity to participate in the University\u2019s clubs and organizations.<\/p>\n<h4>Location<\/h4>\n<p>Known as the &#8220;Gateway to the Highlands,&#8221; this quaint and historic city is abuzz with student life.\u00a0 Day trips to the highlands and Loch Ness are not out of reach, and the city is a small and safe environment. The city center is accessible by bus, walking, or biking, and Edinburgh and Glasgow are easy train rides away.<\/p>\n<h4>Academics<\/h4>\n<p>Students are expected to take three courses at Stirling (&#8220;modules&#8221;), for an equivalent of full-time student enrollment. The CIS guide to course registration is found <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisabroad.com\/study-abroad\/semester-in-stirling\/\">here<\/a>, and the course catalog at Stirling can be found directly <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.stir.ac.uk\/calendar\/calendar.jsp?versionId=0&amp;view=visiting\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>A wide variety of courses are offered in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Art &amp; Design<\/li>\n<li>Business &amp; Communications<\/li>\n<li>Aquaculture, Natural Sciences<\/li>\n<li>Health<\/li>\n<li>Humanities<\/li>\n<li>Social Sciences<\/li>\n<li>World Languages<\/li>\n<li>And more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Housing and Meals<\/h4>\n<p>Students live in private rooms in shared flats with shared bathroom, kitchen, and living areas. The campus is considered one of the most scenic campuses in Europe &#8211; overlooking a loch!<\/p>\n<p>Meals are not provided, but students may either cook for themselves in the shared kitchen or enjoy eating on campus.<\/p>\n<h4>Inclusions<\/h4>\n<p>CIS Abroad students are able to take part in built-in day trips at no additional cost. For example, these have included excursions to the Wallace Monument, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage Site, Mountains and Lochs Trip, and more!<\/p>\n<h4>Important Links<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisabroad.com\/study-abroad\/semester-in-stirling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SMCM-CIS in Stirling<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/portal.stir.ac.uk\/calendar\/calendar.jsp?versionId=0&amp;view=visiting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">SMCM-CIS in Stirling Courses at University of Stirling<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><a title=\"Transfer Credit Policy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/ways-to-study-abroad\/transfer-credit-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Transfer Credit Policy<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\">See the following for how grades and credits are translated back to SMCM. Note: grade equivalencies between U.S. and international institutions are subject to change without notice. the equivalencies provided here are understand to be accurate and up to date as of September 2024.<\/span><\/p>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-baot=\"1\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"203\" \/>\n<col width=\"245\" \/><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\">Grading System<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Score<\/td>\n<td>SMCM Grade<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>70-100<\/td>\n<td>A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>60-69<\/td>\n<td>B+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>50-59<\/td>\n<td>B<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>40-49<\/td>\n<td>C<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>0-39<\/td>\n<td>F<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\">Credit Conversion<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\">The following credit conversion scale should be used.<br \/>\n20 Stirling Credits = 10 ECTS = 5 SMCM credits<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h4><a title=\"Academic and Judicial Policies\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/ways-to-study-abroad\/academic-and-judicial-policies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Academic and Judicial Policies<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>The academic and judicial requirements for any student considering studying abroad.<\/p>\n<h4><a title=\"Financial Aid, Scholarships &amp; Fundraising\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/financial-aid-scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Financial Aid and Scholarships<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>How financial aid will apply towards your study abroad program and what scholarships are available.<\/p>\n<h4><a title=\"Payments and Services\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/travel-preparation\/payments-and-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Payments and Services<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Payment processes for semester-long, short-term, and non-SMCM study abroad programs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pre-Requisites Minimum GPA: 2.8 Judicial Check Academic Conduct Check Deadlines: OPEN NOW! Spring 2027 Program Dates: Late February &#8211; Late June SMCM Application Deadline: October 1st for Scholarship Consideration, October 15th Final Deadline on Via TRM CIS Abroad Application Deadline: Apply by SMCM&#8217;s deadline, on CIS Abroad&#8217;s website for admission Estimated Fall Deadline: March 1st,<a class=\"tribe-events-read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/study-abroad\/programs\/united-kingdom\/smcm-cis-semester-in-stirling-scotland\/\" rel=\"bookmark\" > Find out more &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":187,"featured_media":0,"parent":407,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":{"0":"post-1612","1":"page","2":"type-page","3":"status-publish","5":"entry","6":"has-post-thumbnail"},"acf":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1612","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/187"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1612"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1612\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2285,"href":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1612\/revisions\/2285"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/407"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1612"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}