Student Exchange

Student Exchange Program Opportunities  

International experience can enhance your career prospects and benefit you for years to come. The exchange program is a great way for U of S students to study their degree program at another university for 1 or 2 terms. By participating in one of the two exchange programs, you can expand your academic knowledge within your field and broaden your way of thinking about the world. Students may obtain advance approval to have the credit gained at another institution transferred toward their major, minor or electives.

Standard Exchange

In the Standard Exchange program, students select an institution the U of S has an exchange agreement with and during their exchange will pay tuition (15 credit units per term) only to the U of S.

North2North

The North2North program provides opportunities for students to experience the northern hemisphere firshand. North2North participants get a chance to do their exchange in another northern country and learn about opportunities and challenges unique to northern regions. Students participating in this program will pay tuition (15 credit units per term) only to the U of S.

Where can I go?

Choose your College:

NOTE: If your College is not listed above, please see the International Student and Study Abroad Centre for more information.

Or a country:

Eligibility

You can take a variety of classes abroad to fulfill your own unique degree requirements. You are eligible to apply if you:

• have completed or are in the process of completing 60 credit units at the time of application.

• have a 70% average or higher.

• are registered as a full-time student prior to and throughout the duration of your exchange program.

• have personal aptitude (an interview will be required).

• have available finances.

If you go on exchange, you will be assessed full U of S tuition. Regardless of how many courses or credits you plan to transfer back to the U of S, you will be charged the equivalent of 15 credit units of instruction for each semester that you participate in the exchange. You are expected to transfer back to the U of S a minimum of nine credit units per semester of exchange.

You will not be assessed U of S student fees while on exchange. However, you are required to pay students fees at the host institution in your destination country.

Helpful hints before you apply

1. Research your options above and apply for your top three choices to increase your chance of being selected.

2. Fill out a Self Assessment.

3. Complete a Considering your Options Checklist.

4. Complete a Budget Framework.

5. Attend our peer-led U of S Exchange workshops to learn more about your options, budgeting and the application process:

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