Student Exchange Program

Welcome
Upcoming Exchanges
North American Exchange Opportunities
European Union Exchange Opportunities
Do I qualify?
How Do I apply?
Costs and Financial Support
Student Quotes
Annual Director's Meeting (2008)

• The exchange program is open to all current registered students from participating Canadian partners* and we will consider applicants from a wide variety of academic disciplines;
• You must be a graduate student or upper-level (3rd or 4th year) undergraduate student between the ages of 15 to 30.
• You must currently have high academic standing in your program. This means a minimum grade point average of 8.0 (a grade of B or higher) overall during your academic career.
• You must be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person who has refugee status in Canada and have a valid passport or equivalent. Note: Passports are now required for entry into the U.S.
• You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and cannot currently be receiving employment insurance (EI) benefits.
• You must have a well-defined intention to pursue studies or work relating to civil society following the exchange.
• Show an active interest in the voluntary sector/civil society either through study, volunteering or work.
• You must be comfortable living in a cross-cultural environment and be prepared to meet the challenges of living and studying in another country.

Additional Notes

• Language proficiency test may be administered depending on the admission requirements of the receiving university.
• Selected students will require course approval from their academic advisor in advance of the exchange to ensure transfer of credits to your degree. If credit recognition is not recognized unfortunately you will not be eligible to participate in the exchange program.

*to see list of participating universities please see North American and EU exchange program.

If the qualification criteria have been met you will then be required to submit an application form.

The application will ask you to discuss how this exchange would positively impact your current field of studies, your career goals, and your interest in the study of civil society. In addition, you will be required to provide transcripts, a resume and a letter of reference from a faculty member.

To obtain an application form or for information on the upcoming exchanges, deadline dates and courses available please contact: