Ever dreamed of living in a castle? At St. Cloud State University at Alnwick, you can turn that dream into reality. Study and stay inside Alnwick Castle, one of Britain’s most iconic landmarks and a filming location for famous movies and TV shows. Immerse yourself in British culture as you explore historic streets, connect with the local community, and experience life in northern England. With a program rooted in Alnwick since 1976, you’ll join a long-standing global community and an active alumni network. Make your own unforgettable chapter in a place where history, culture, and education come together.

Students must have a 2.5 minimum GPA. With our program, students may choose either the home pay or host pay option. Please note that there is one required course that students must take through SCSU and pay SCSU tuition for. This course is BRIT 201, a 3-credit class that includes Friday field trips. The class is designed to help students learn about the area they are living in and then visit those locations as part of the course. Aside from BRIT 201, all other courses may be taken online through the student’s home university.

Home Pay - $10,000 (Includes the BRIT 201 course required for program) Host Pay - $9,000