Location
  • England
    • Oxford

Program Details

Timeframe
Summer
Housing
Apartment

Pricing

Starting Price
4060
Price Details
Included in cost:

- 13 nights' accommodation in a college of the University of Oxford
- Classes and tuition (20+ taught hours per week for ages 13-18, 15+ taught hours for ages 19+)
- Study files and materials
- Meals in the Hall every day, enabling you to gain the real in-college dining experience. Breakfast, lunch and evening meal included for ages 8-15, breakfast and evening meal included for ages 16+
- Coach excursions and field trips
- A wide selection of afternoon and evening activities
- Graduation ceremony and party at the end of each session
- Personalised reports and graduation certificate upon leaving
What's Included
Accommodation Some Activities Some Meals Wifi
What's Included (Extra)

- Arrival and Graduation ceremonies including a Graduation Party
- Excursions and activities

Feb 09, 2022
Oct 26, 2024
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About Program

Our Oxford Summer School is our longest running and most popular study option, with programs guaranteed to pique the interest of any student aged 8-25. Together with students from all over the world you will sleep, dine and experience the life and culture at the University of Oxford, one of the world’s most prestigious universities. From Engineering to Law, and Medicine to Creative Writing, our two-week courses are ideal for students seeking to hone existing academic skills or to discover something new

At Oxford Royale we pride ourselves on our vibrant international mix, bringing intellectually curious individuals from all over the world together as a fun, friendly community. In 2019, we welcomed students from over 170 different nationalities, and we look forward to repeating this achievement in 2022.

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Program Highlights

  • Unparalleled Academically Prestigious Venues
  • Live in a college of the University of Oxford
  • Join students from all over the world
  • An exciting cultural and recreational program to complement your studies
  • A recipient of the highest accolade for British businesses

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Program Reviews

4.89 Rating
based on 104 reviews
  • 5 rating 92.31%
  • 4 rating 6.73%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0.96%
  • Academics 4.7
  • Support 4.9
  • Fun 4.8
  • Housing 4.65
  • Safety 4.95
  • Program Selection 5
  • Pre-departure Help 5
  • In-program Support 5
  • Impact on Student 5
  • Value 5
  • Growth 2
  • Support 2
  • Fun 2
  • Housing 2
  • Safety 1
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Lilia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Summer school in Oxford

My experience in ORA is unforgettable. I had an amazing time learning new things and making friends from all around the world. I enjoyed being at one of the best universities in the world.
I loved everyone there. The staff was really nice and helpful. My teacher was such a good teacher. I learned alot of things from her. My classmates were nice aswell.
It is definetely one of the best experience of my life. I had so much fun visiting new places, making new friends, shopping, eating different food, learning new things from other people who think differently, making memories.
This experience inspired me to always be the best I can and always try new things. If i was asked to do it again, I would do it again anytime.
It is definetely an experience to remember.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would definetely be less shy and try to talk to more people. Don't be nervous.
162 people found this review helpful.
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Chloe
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Broadening Horizons Summer 2019

Oxford Royale Academy has been one of the most enriching, nurturing and unforgettable experiences I have ever had. It gave me the unique opportunity to study and live in my dream uni and in one of the top universities in the world. I had the chance to meet incredible people that will forever have a place in my heart, work with the friendliest team and teachers ever and broaden my horizons at all levels. I also got the chance to see the city of Oxford in a special way, alongside doing many activities and sightseeing. Those two weeks taught me more about myself and my capacities than anything else. It is surprising how much one experience can leave such an impact on you, modifying your plans, and your whole life. ORA you made summer 2019 the best one yet!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
I was quite nervous about boarding on this experience alone, and having to meet and live with strangers from different cultures for the entire 2 weeks. However, once you are there, everything becomes easier and the people I met there are the most fantastic people I have had in my entire life.
97 people found this review helpful.
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Dennis
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Summer Business and Enterprise Course at Oxford Royale Academy(Yarnton Manor Campus)

My experience at Oxford Royale Academy was amazing. I got the opportunity to meet interesting people from different backgrounds, who are good in academics and extra-curricular activities. I did a summer program on Business and Enterprise at the Yarnton Manor Campus. I learned a lot from the program and acquired practical business skills that applied to real-life situations. My time there was fun, and we had various sports such as Frisbee, Football, Badminton, and board games to pass some free time. We also had exciting evenings with talent shows, debates, movie nights,e.t.c. The program also organized various trips to many touristic attractions in Oxford and some other nearby cities. I recommend this program for anyone who wants to have the academics without losing the fun and freedom of meeting new people from diverse communities.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
It is essential to be open-minded and considerate of others as you will be living in an international community with diverse cultures.
93 people found this review helpful.
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Ridhi
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My experience with ORA

Oxford Royale Academy summer school has provided me with an experience that has helped shape my personality, memories that I will cherish forever and friends from all over the world. This summer was like no other. Staying alone for 15 days, learning from the best tutors, making international friends, learning to be independent and gaining an insight into real college life, there has not been much I haven't tried out this summer.
Writing this review causes me to reminiscence about my time at Oxford and my heart aches with a sweet nostalgia as I try to remember the happy blur in which the two weeks went by. All in all, I would recommend this summer school to anyone who wishes to go out there to get a glimpse of the real world and spread their wings a little.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
To future travellers who are undertaking this course, the only advice I can give is to shed all your inhibitions and be yourself. You will meet people unlike yourselves but in an attempt to befriend them do not lose your own individuality because after these two weeks no one will remember you for who you tried to be but who you were.
80 people found this review helpful.
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Joy
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Oxford Royale Academy Experience

This past summer I had the incredible opportunity to attend a session at the Oxford Royale Academy at Queens College in Oxford University where I did the broadening horizons course. This meant that I had the great privilege of being taught two subjects (Medical biology and Mathematics) of my choosing as well as an afternoon workshop (Global issues) by well-accredited teachers which was extremely rewarding. Moreover, being able to live in such a beautiful city while studying in such a prestigious college makes this course extraordinarily special. Additionally, we were provided with various opportunities to partake in a multitude of exciting activities such as punting, real tennis, karaoke nights and tours around the city and illustrious colleges like Christ College which only made enhanced this experience.
The aforementioned collectively with the friendly and supportive staff and student body ensured a fantastic two weeks full of learning and challenging myself, gaining new experiences and meeting and forming friendships with wonderful people from around the world. Definitely two weeks I will remember forever!

76 people found this review helpful.
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Steffie-Ann
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Oxford Royale Academy review

ORA was a once in a life-time opportunity, that has fulfilled me with and incredible and inspiring experience. Throughout the two weeks, I was able to meet so many different people and learn about their different cultures, whilst studying in an absolutely beautiful and historic environment. The staff at ORA are very welcoming and nice towards the students and made the stay during the two weeks that much more enjoyable. The teaching also was excellent and the engineering preparation course was very resourceful, and has greatly inspired and motivated me to continue working hard in my future studies. Overall I am absolutely grateful for this experience, it has given me an incredible insight of what university life is like, and I will always continue to carry forward the memories I made.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
Absolutely nothing. I loved everything and every moment at ORA
73 people found this review helpful.
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Ema
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Broadening Horizons at Queen's College

This year I got the opportunity to spend two weeks at Queen's College in Oxford. I chose Broadening Horizons and the following subjects: Experimental Psychology, Medical Biology and Academic Writing. I was not disappointed with my choice.
The overall program is very organized and every single detail is thought-out. The staff was helpful at all times and our free time compared to the time we spent in class was balanced.
There were so many activities we could choose to do during our free time - from punting, ice skating, workshops, debates and even homework club where we could work on our essays.
As for the classes, it was challenging to observe certain topics from a different perspective. Thankfully, my teachers were kind and helpful.
I would recommend this programme to any student, because it offers a perfect blend of education and fun!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Don't be scared to speak up in class! Share your ideas. Join group activities as much as you can. And never bring your valuables when you go punting.
76 people found this review helpful.
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Beatriz
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

An enriching experience

Oxford Royale Academy was an unforgettable experience for me. During my stay (4th - 17th August) in The Queen's College in Oxford I got to study two subjects I didn't have the opportunity of learning before: Political Science & International Relations, and English Literature, all while meeting people from all corners of the world and making very permanent friendships. Also, I was able to participate in the Leadership and Teambuilding workshop, which was very fun and enriching. After 3 or 4.5 hours of lessons each day, we had the day pretty much for ourselves. But we never got bored, because we had a lot of extra activities in the afternoon, and often you could choose the ones you wished to do the most. Everyone who worked there (counselours, teachers, cooks, cleaning staff, etc.) were super friendly, very attentive and professional. The room where I stayed was very nice, as well as the college itself. It was a dream come true, and I felt like an Oxford student all the time. I am very glad I got to attend this program. I would definitely recommend this experience to any student.

73 people found this review helpful.

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