Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) is a public, research-focused university and the flagship campus of the Southern Illinois University system. It was originally founded as a teachers? college and expanded into a comprehensive research-intensive institution offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. The university is classified among ?R1: Doctoral Universities ? very high research activity.?

Heriot-Watt University is a public research university established in 1821 and granted university status by Royal Charter in 1966. It is one of the oldest higher education institutions in the UK, originally founded as the School of Arts of Edinburgh and named after Scottish innovator James Watt and philanthropist George Heriot. The university is known for strong STEM, engineering, business and applied sciences programs, an international outlook, and a focus on industry-relevant education. Heriot-Watt has multiple campuses ? including in Edinburgh, the Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai (UAE) and Malaysia ? and serves a diverse global student body.

Heriot-Watt University is a public research university established in 1821 and granted university status by Royal Charter in 1966. It is one of the oldest higher education institutions in the UK, originally founded as the School of Arts of Edinburgh and named after Scottish innovator James Watt and philanthropist George Heriot. The university is known for strong STEM, engineering, business and applied sciences programs, an international outlook, and a focus on industry-relevant education. Heriot-Watt has multiple campuses ? including in Edinburgh, the Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai (UAE) and Malaysia ? and serves a diverse global student body.

University College Dublin (UCD) is a major public research university located in Dublin, Ireland. It?s one of Ireland?s oldest and largest universities, known for strong academic programs, research output, and global engagement. UCD offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and employability. The campus sits in the Belfield area of Dublin and serves a diverse international student body.

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.

Oklahoma City University (OCU) is a private, nonprofit university established by the United Methodist Church and located on a scenic 104-acre campus in the heart of Oklahoma City. It offers more than 70 undergraduate majors and 20 graduate programs, including arts & sciences, business, nursing, law, performing arts, and health professions. OCU emphasizes personalized attention with small class sizes (student-to-faculty ratio ~11:1), global opportunities, leadership development, and a strong tradition in the performing arts and professional education.