Program Overview
This program will take you to Edinburgh, Scotland, where you will experience the city’s historic and cultural landmarks while engaging in academic activities focused on outdoor experiential learning and inclusive education. Participants will take part in professional development workshops, coastal and woodland outdoor learning sessions, and school visits with educators who integrate inclusive outdoor education into their teaching. Cultural highlights include a guided walking tour of Edinburgh, excursions to Stirling Castle and North Berwick, and free time to explore the city’s rich history and vibrant neighborhoods. Further information is available from Dr. Jeremy Lynch and Dr. Jason Hilton, as well as the Study Abroad Office, located in the Smith Student Center, Room 247.
Students participating in this travel program to Scotland must be enrolled in any one of the following courses during the Spring 2026 semester:
ELEC100
ELEC200
SEFE200
SPED230
ELEC281
ELEC285
SPED350
CIEL326
ELEC460
SPED431
****Please note: While financial aid could be used to cover your costs, it may reduce your refund or you may need to borrow to cover these additional costs. Financial Aid eligibility cannot be guaranteed. **** Applicants are responsible for meeting with Financial Aid Office to discuss financial aid options and eligibility. They can be reached at 724-738-2044 or financial.aid@sru.edu. You can also book a phone appointment or zoom meeting at:
https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/SRUFinancialAidCounseling@sru.edu/bookings/
Faculty Leader Information
Lynch, Jeremy M. Dr.
Special Education
212D McKay Education Building
jeremy.lynch@sru.edu
(724)738-2463
Hilton, Jason T. Dr.
Curriculum, Instruction, Ed Leadership
008C McKay Education Building
jason.hilton@sru.edu
(724)738-2307
Program Timeline
| Timeline |
Important Dates |
| Program Recruitment |
September, October, November |
| Apply for your passport |
ASAP (Please don't delay!) |
| Student applications & application fee due |
November 18, 2025 (or sooner if the application cap is met sooner than the application deadline) |
| Official acceptances announced |
Mid-November or sooner if the program application cap is met. |
| Mandatory-Pre-Departure meetings with participants |
Student meetings may begin in December and will continue throughout the Spring 2026 semester. |
| Students billed for program fees |
Mid December 2025 |
| Airline reservations confirmed |
Mid January 2026
Once the flights reservations are confirmed, flights costs are non-refundable. |
| Group departs |
Tentatively May 11, 2026 |
| Group returns |
Tentatively May 19, 2026 |
Costs
A non-refundable application fee of
$100.00 will be paid at the time of application. The application fee is a $100.00
non-refundable administrative fee to cover wire transfer fees as well as currency fluctuations.
Students participating in this travel program to Scotland must be enrolled in any one of the following courses during the Spring 2026 semester:
ELEC100
ELEC200
SEFE200
SPED230
ELEC281
ELEC285
SPED350
CIEL326
ELEC460
SPED431
Applicants are responsible for meeting with Financial Aid Office to discuss financial aid options. They can be reached at 724-738-2044 or
financial.aid@sru.edu. You can also book a phone appointment or zoom meeting at:
https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/SRUFinancialAidCounseling@sru.edu/bookings/
****Please note: While financial aid could be used to cover your costs, it may reduce your refund or you may need to borrow to cover these additional costs. Financial Aid eligibility cannot be guaranteed.****
Estimated Costs: $1,800.00 (estimated cost-final cost will be confirmed in mid-December and at the time of billing)
Cost includes:
International airfare
Most program activities/site visits and excursions
Shared accommodations in a hotel
Most meals throughout the program provided by Newbattle Abbey College (except on the air travel day to Scotland)
In-country transportation to all program sponsored activities
Not included in the program cost above:
Basic international travel insurance-estimated at $16 per week of travel
Any baggage fees charged by the airlines-estimated at $50-$75.00 per checked in bag
Any meals not provided by Newbattle Abbey College
Personal spending money-we recommend an estimated $700.00 in personal spending money to cover meals beyond breakfasts and incidentals including personal shopping. This estimate is determined by previous student reports of personal spending and may vary by participant.
Entry visa costs (if applicable)-estimated between $15-$30
Vaccine/Health related expenses
Health and Safety
For general safety and security information for students abroad visit
U.S. Students Abroad.
For information regarding vaccines and medicines visit the
CDC. **Vaccines are the financial responsibility of the program participants and not covered in the above costs.
To learn more about international travel in this country,
click here.