A Five-Day Learning Adventure at Oxford
August 9-15, 2026
Discover the magic of Oxford—the storied “City of Dreaming Spires”—in an immersive five-day program that blends academic enrichment, cultural exploration, and unforgettable travel. Designed exclusively for OLLI@UGA members, this small-group experience offers a rare opportunity to study with Oxford scholars while living and dining on one of the world’s most iconic university campuses.
Live the Oxford Experience:
Participants will stay in modern, on-campus housing at the University of Oxford, each with a private single room and bath. Enjoy daily breakfast and dinner in a classic Oxford dining hall, where evenings feature informal presentations on local history, notable Oxford writers, music, and more.
Learn from Oxford Faculty:
Engage in two stimulating courses taught by distinguished Oxford faculty—one in history, the other in literature. Courses meet in the mornings (either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday), leaving afternoons free for guided excursions that bring your studies to life.
Explore Britain’s Cultural Treasures:
Your program fee includes tours of some of Oxford’s most extraordinary sites, including:
- Bodleian Library – One of the oldest libraries in Europe
- Ashmolean Museum – Britain’s first public museum
- Stratford-upon-Avon – The birthplace of William Shakespeare
Trip Cost: $1,900
Includes:
- Lodging and breakfast
- Two formal dinners
- Two informal dinners
- Two Oxford courses taught by an Oxford Don
- Tours of the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean Museum, and Stratford-upon-Avon
Not included:
- Flights
- Personal transportation
- Lunch