Study Abroad destinations
Keene State College
New Hampshire, USA
Keene State College is a public institution that was founded in 1909.
It deeply values diversity in the community and curriculum, while also being a place for students to live and learn together. Keene State College is designed to foster conversation, collaboration, critical thinking and decision making. It has 75 student organisations and clubs to choose from. Many events happen throughout the year on campus.
The city of Keene offers residents and visitors a range of cultural and educational opportunities. Students have access to popular metropolitan areas such as Boston, Montreal, Portland and New York.
Keene State College was recently voted as one of the sustainable colleges in America. Keene State College is surrounded by stunning natural environment including rivers, hiking trails and lakes.
What you can study
| Course | When you can study |
|---|---|
| History BA | 2nd year, Semester 1 |
| War Studies BA | 2nd year, Semester 1 |
| Creative Writing BA | 2nd year, Semester 1 |
| English Literature BA | 2nd year, Semester 1 |
| Film Studies BA | 2nd year, Semester 1 |
| Fine Art BA | 2nd year, Semester 1 or 2 |
| Product Design BA | 2nd year, Semester 2 |
| Interior Design BA | 2nd year, Semester 2 |
| Graphic Design BA | 2nd year, Semester 2 |
| Media Production BA | 2nd year, Semester 2 |
| Media Production: Film and Television | 2nd year, Semester 2 |
| Primary Education BA | 3rd year, Semester 1 |
| Acting BA | 2nd year, Semester 1 |
| American Studies BA | 2nd year, Semester 1 |
Academic information
Choosing your modules
You need to gain the following credits from your modules:
- 12 to 15 US credits per semester
- 24 to 30 US credits per year
You can see module options in the Keene State College module catalogue.
Academic calendar
The academic year is split into 2 semesters:
- Semester 1: Late August to mid December
- Semester 2: Mid January to early May
Visit the university website for a full list of academic dates at Keene State College.
Accommodation
Accommodation abroad
You will stay in a shared room.
Accommodation at Pondside 3 is approximately $3,865 per semester.
For more information, visit the Keene State College accommodation pages.
Meal plan abroad
Find out more information about campus meal plans at Keene State College.
Accommodation in York
If you study abroad for 1 semester, you are guaranteed University accommodation for the semester you are in York.
Costs and visas
Funding
Funding is available to help you with study abroad costs. Please see our Funding page for more details.
Additional costs
This information is about additional costs of studying at this host university. Please be aware that prices are subject to change, and the list may not be exhaustive.
We recommend looking at the host website, as well as entry requirements for the country, to get a full understanding of the costs involved.
Visas
Please ensure you have an up to date passport that expires no earlier than 6 months after you intend to return.
You will be provided with guidance and documentation from the partner university but it will be your responsibility to obtain the correct visa. Neither the Study Abroad team here or at the partner university are qualified to offer consultations or detailed advice regarding visa applications.
Immigration laws are complex and subject to frequent changes. So if you do have any visa-related questions you will need to contact the appropriate Embassy directly.
Approximate cost: $340 (plus cost of travel to US Embassy in London).
