London is one of the most diverse and welcoming cities in the world, a cosmopolitan mix of dress, customs, cuisine, and culture. Studying in London could very well present for students opportunities to establish a global network of friends.
Outside the classroom, you can enjoy all the entertainment, events, and excitement that London has to offer. Perhaps you have a passion for history, art and culture? Only an easy Tube ride away await Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and the Tower of London.
World-class museums also await your exploration. There’s the British Museum, which holds over 7 million artifacts from prehistoric times to modern times from around the world. The National Gallery and the Tate Modern display some of the world’s most famous classic and contemporary masterpieces.
What’s more, London offers some of the best theatre in the world, whether it be a musical, comedy, or dramatic play. And how about finishing up a day of classes with a breathtaking view of the city skyline and the River Thames? You can do so on the London Eye, the world’s highest “cantilevered observation wheel.”
In short, your study abroad experience will be enhanced by living in one of the most dynamic and exciting cities in the world.
Fall 2026 London Program Information
Applications will close once we have 30 students enrolled. An additional five students will be placed on a waitlist.
Important Dates
- March 6, 2026: Priority Application Deadline
- June 3, 2026: General Application Deadline
- June 10, 2026: Last day to request a refund of the $450 deposit, less $150 processing and non-refundable deposit fees.
After June 10, AIFS will not refund any of the $450 deposit. Students may also be subject to any non-refundable cancellation fees by AIFS after this date. Details on the AIFS Agreement & Release form are on your AIFS application.
- July 10, 2026: Total program fee is due—no refund of payments after this date.
- September 3, 2026: Depart the U.S.
- September 4, 2026: Arrive in London
- September 5-6. 2026: Orientation and workshops
- September 7, 2026: Classes begin
- October 16 - October 25, 2026: Mid-Semester Break
- December 4, 2026: Depart London
Information Sessions
Program Costs and Payment Schedule
The AIFS program costs for London Fall 2026 will have a base price of $10,145. These costs will include all lodging, medical insurance, and AIFS services. They will not include airfare (a group flight option is available for an extra fee), class tuition, books, or day-to-day expenses such as food.
Minimum Qualifications for CCCCD's Study Abroad Program
To apply for the London Study Abroad Program, the student must have a cumulative GPA of 2.25 and have completed at least 12 college units after high school graduation at the time of application. In addition, the student must be 18 years of age at the time of boarding the airplane.
Provisional Student Enrollment Deadline TBA
Students who do NOT meet the application criteria may use their current semester progress report to help them meet the requirements. Students will be approved for the Study Abroad Program after the progress report has been reviewed by the dean of the Study Abroad program. Contact email to htakanashi@4cd.edu with questions. Provisional students who finish the semester without meeting any of the minimum requirements will be dropped from the program.
London Fall 2026 Application Process
. Once you have applied online through AIFS and have placed your $450 deposit, you will be contacted by CCCCD’s Study Abroad Office,
Submit the Agreement Between the Foreign Study Student and the Northern California Study Abroad Consortium. You can get this form at the Study Abroad office.
Financial Aid Office
- Complete the
- Contact Sonya Castro at the DVC Financial Aid Office at scastro@dvc.edu.
Scholarship Information
- AIFS Scholarships Application DEADLINE: November 4, 2024 (request application Harue Takanashi after you're approved for the spring 2025 Florence program)
- Gilman Scholarship DEADLINE: Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 11:59pm Pacific Time
- Contact Scholarship office: CCC / DVC /LMC
AIFS Program Cancellation and Refund Policies
Please see the important dates section at the top of this page when considering a refund and/or cancellation. You are responsible for checking the AIFS Agreement & Release form about any refund dates and potential cancellation fees! Students who withdraw after December 6, 2024, could be liable and billed by AIFS for any canceled bookings they signed up for (such as airfare & Scotland excursion, etc.). Students should therefore inform AIFS as soon as possible if they need to withdraw from the program.
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AIFS provides details of its cancellation policies on its website; it is your responsibility to be familiar with them. AIFS will also recommend that you consider purchasing additional trip cancellation or interruption insurance with (TII).
This policy includes options to cancel for any reason (CFAR) and interrupt for any reason (IFAR). Details of the Worldwide Trip Protector Plans with Travel Insured International is underwritten by the United States Fire Insurance Company, rated A (Excellent) by . The policy is time-sensitive and must be purchased within 21 days of the deposit payment. TII is not affiliated with the Contra Costa Community College District (CCCCD), and questions regarding such insurance should be directed to the company.
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Refund requests must be done in writing to AIFS. They accept emails and that is generally the easiest way (customizedfacultyled@aifs.com). See the official AIFS refund policy on your Agreement & Release form on AIFS application.
You are responsible for checking the AIFS Agreement & Release form about any refund dates and potential cancellation fees. Check the important dates section at the top of this page.
Students should therefore inform AIFS as soon as possible if they need to withdraw from the program.