The College of San Mateo is a public community college located in San Mateo, California, USA, serving as a gateway to higher education with associate degrees, certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Founded in 1922, it offers a wide range of academic programs and support services, including leadership, athletics, tutoring, and career development. The campus sits on a scenic hilltop with views of the San Francisco Bay and serves a diverse student population.

Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is a private research university in Henrietta (near Rochester), New York, USA, known for its strong emphasis on career-focused education, cooperative work experiences (co-ops), and blend of technology, arts, and design. Founded in 1829, it offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs with global campuses and diverse student representation. RIT?s educational model highlights experiential learning and industry engagement.

California State University, San Bernardino (often abbreviated CSUSB) is a public research university and part of the California State University system, the largest four-year public university system in the United States. Established as a state college in 1965 and later gaining university status, CSUSB serves a diverse student body with more than 70 undergraduate and graduate degree programs spanning business, education, engineering, arts, health sciences, social sciences and more. It is known for strong community engagement, high social mobility outcomes, and a commitment to access, student success, and service.

Royal Holloway, University of London is a public research university and a member of the University of London. It is known for strengths in humanities, social sciences, sciences, and business. The university combines research excellence with a strong campus-based student experience.

The University of Surrey is a public research university located in Guildford, England, UK, known for strong research, professional education, and high student satisfaction. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs and emphasises industry connections, practical experience, and global engagement. Surrey has developed a strong reputation in fields like engineering, business, hospitality management, health sciences, and telecommunications.

Northumbria University is a public research university known for strong links with industry and professional accreditation. It offers a broad range of programs in business, engineering, law, design, and health sciences. The university focuses on employability, applied research, and innovation with a global outlook.