In partnership with Richmond American University London (RAUL), FIE is excited to offer a semester-long program that blends direct enrollment on Richmond’s intimate, modern campus with one of FIE’s signature British Life courses. RAUL, a pioneering UK and US-accredited university based in Chiswick Park, west London, is truly unique among UK universities. This distinctive opportunity allows you to study alongside British, American, and international students at a globally recognised institution while living and learning in one of the world’s most vibrant cities through FIE’s immersive academic and cultural experience.
Why choose RICHMOND AMERICAN university london?
Choose Richmond American University London (RAUL) for a semester abroad that delivers a high-quality American liberal arts education in a truly international academic setting. With small class sizes and a close-knit student body, RAUL offers personalised teaching, strong faculty engagement, and flexible coursework across business, arts, humanities, and social sciences. As a private, non-profit university, Richmond is known for its inclusive community and commitment to global perspectives, with students representing 80+ nationalities.
Through this new partnership with FIE: Foundation for International Education, students are supported every step of the way during a Fall or Spring semester, from academics to student life, living in guaranteed FIE housing in central London. At the end of your program, you don’t just earn credits you become a RAUL alumnus, joining a worldwide network of graduates and carrying the RAUL experience with you long after your semester abroad ends.
TERMS
- Fall Semester: 15+ weeks
- Spring Semester: 16+ weeks
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
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PROGRAM FEES
For information on pricing, please visit our Program Fees page.
ELIGIBILITY
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Minimum standing: Freshman
- NOTE: Your GPA requirement may be different depending on your home institution requirements along with other prerequisites. Please contact your study abroad office to confirm the GPA requirement
- If you attend an FIE partner institution, contact your study abroad advisor on campus for any additional requirements
- If you do not attend one of our partner institutions,
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CREDIT AND TRANSCRIPT INFORMATION
- RAUL courses - Transcript issued by Richmond American University London
- FIE British Life course - FIE grade report or, if preferred, Drexel University transcript (additional fee applies)
Check with your study abroad office for credit transfer and course equivalencies.
your london experience - two sides of the city
This program gives you the best of both worlds:
- The dynamic, multicultural energy of West London at Richmond American University London
- The classic charm and global connections of South Kensington with FIE
