Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What courses does Webster Graduate School London offer?

Webster Graduate School offers a range of MA, MS and MBA programmes that are delivered under the American modular method, please click on each title for more information:

Postgraduate Courses

Does Webster Graduate School London provide scholarships?

The Webster Graduate School is part of the Regent’s College £1 million Financial Assistance Scheme. There are many awards available to students with high academic achievement. Students who wish to be considered for the awards must submit a letter ALONG WITH their application to the college stating why they wish to be considered and what contribution they feel they will make to the college community.

Note: Scholarship applications must be made before registering onto the programme, no applications will be considered after registration.

Merit Awards
Open to students who have outstanding school records of achievement, as evidenced by GPAs/examination results. A merit award for students with a strong academic potential. Worth: Up to half the total tuition fees per semester.

Note: Students awarded £1,000 or more will be required to work 5 hours a week in the Admissions Office.

Work/Study Awards
A task based award which is open to students who have outstanding school records of achievement, as evidenced by GPAs/examination results. Holders of this award are required to work a specified number of hours per week, (normally 10 hours, up to a maximum of 20 hours) during term time in a particular department of the college in return for partial remission of tuition fees. This way the holder will benefit by gaining valuable professional experience before graduating.

Would US students be able to apply for financial aid to study at Webster London?

For any financial aid related questions please contact the Financial Aid Office in Webster St Louis.

To determine if you are eligible for need Based Aid you must:

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Renewal Application and mail it to the processing center as early as possible. You may apply via the Web at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The Title IV code is 002521.
Fill in the Webster University Financial Aid Application Form, which can be found by clicking here and navigating to the Financial Aid page
Approximately 4-6 weeks after you send the application you will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR). This is your copy and you should review it carefully. If there are any corrections please make them. Sign it, and sent it to the Financial Aid Office at Webster University in St. Louis. Webster University
Webster Hall 101
470 East Lockwood Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63119-3194
U.S.A. Phone: 314-968-6992 or 1-800-983-4623 Email: fincaid@webster.edu
Once all information is received, you will receive an award letter by mail.

Can I transfer credits to the Webster Graduate School London postgraduate programmes?

Students who have studied at graduate level have certain options depending on how much they have studied: including transfer of credit, sequential Masters and Sequential MBA. For more information please click on the different options below:

· Transfer of Credits

· Sequential Masters

· Sequential MBA

If English is not my mother tongue, do I need to take an English test?

Students whose mother tongue is not English must provide evidence of their English proficiency.

We accept the IELTS exam with a score of 6.5, the TOEFL test with a score of 235 (computer-based test) or 90 (internet-based test). The TOEFL institution code for Webster is 2487. We also accept the EIKEN English test at Grade 1.

Instances when proof of English proficiency may not be required:

The last three years of the students education were in English

We offer a free on-campus English diagnostic test every Friday, please contact us to book an appointment.

* We reserve the right to request an English proficiency certificate at our discretion.

What are the Webster Graduate School London entry requirements?

Webster Graduate School welcomes applications all year round and encourages you to make an early application.

When you apply, please submit all of the following..

A completed application form
Transcripts from the accredited university which awarded your bachelor’s degree. The original transcript must indicate the degree received and the date awarded. You should have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average or its equivalent (2:2, lower second class etc.)
Two letters of recommendation from professors or employers
An essay of between 300 and 500 words, outlining your academic and professional achievements, special interests and educational goals
If English is not your native language, an official minimum TOEFL score of 575 (235 computer based test, 90 Internet Based TOEFL), our institution codeis2487, alternatively an IELTS score of 6.5. We also accept the EIKEN English test at Grade 1.
Twopassport sized photographs
A complete resumé of your professional experience
A copy of the relevant pages from your passport

How do I apply?

We accept online or paper applications.

To apply online, please click here. To request a prospectus with an application form, please click here.

Please send the supporting application documents to us by post, email or fax:

The Graduate Admissions Officer
Webster Graduate School
Regent’s College
Regent’s Park
London NW1 4NS
United Kingdom

webster@regents.ac.uk

Tel. +44 (0) 20 7487 7452
Fax. +44 (0) 20 7487 7425

What is the cost of living in London?

We advise that you budget for a minimum of £800 per month for living expenses

What are the Webster Graduate School London tuition fees?

Webster Graduate School is a private school. All students pay the same tuition fees, regardless of nationality.

Fees are calculated on the number of courses taken in each term, there is no difference between part-time and full-time fees. Full-time students will usually take more courses in each term and study during the day as opposed to the evening schedule.

Course Fees (in £ GBP)	2009/2010	2010/2011
MA, MS or MBA Tuition Fee Per course	£1035	£1076
MA, MS or MBA Tuition Fee 12 courses	£12,420	£12,912
MBA with Emphasis 16 Courses	£16,560	£17,216
Registration Fee Non-refundable, once only*	£350	£350
Non-EU advance deposit Non-refundable, once only*	£700	£700
Alumni Fee Payable once only	£300	£300

Do I need a visa to study at Webster Graduate School London London?

All non-EU and non-EEA students must obtain a UK student visa prior to arriving in the UK. Please click here for more information and visa application forms.

What is the application deadline?

We operate on a rolling admissions basis and we do not have application deadlines. All students are advised to make an application at least two months before the start date.

Is Webster Graduate School London accredited?

Webster Graduate School London degrees are awarded by Webster University, St. Louis, USA.

Webster University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges

The accreditation, which was awarded in 1925, includes both the undergraduate and graduate levels at all locations where the university offers academic programs. If you have any questions about this accreditation, please contact:

The Higher Learning Commission
30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400
Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504
USA

How long will it take to get a response once I have applied?

We aim to respond to applications within 2 weeks of their arrival.

If you have a specific question which is not answered here, please contact us directly.

Page last updated 8/12/2010