Studying
Abroad
Have you always wished of travelling abroad and studying
with a scenic view of Paris in the background, or take a trip down the Great
Wall of China during a study break? Consider Studying Abroad! UTSC offers
several opportunities for students to take courses at various institutions
worldwide. There are also internships and research placements available at
several universities. The International
Student Centre is the primary resource centre that assists in matters
related to studying abroad. You can consult with staff on the application
process, the costs involved, and how to choose which program to get involved
with. Several resources and programs for studying abroad offered by UTSC are
outlined below.
The Study Exchange Program is a great
opportunity to immerse yourself into a new culture, and UTSC has partnered with
more than 125 universities worldwide so there’s many options to choose from!
There are partner institutions worldwide that offer research placements as well
as regular courses in the summer and throughout the year. If you’re looking to
just do a summer abroad, the Summer Abroad Program offers several courses from the Faculty
of Arts & Science to complete towards your degree for the duration of the
summer semester (May to August). Many students prefer this program because the
duration of the program is shorter and University of Toronto professors teach
courses abroad, so the grades for these courses would show up on your
transcript and count towards your cumulative GPA. If you’re a language student
or even looking to gain experience in French, The Centre for French &
Linguistics offers several studying abroad opportunities to learn
French. A few popular programs that
students participate in is Explore, in which you can learn a
language at an institution in Canada. UTSC also offers Study Elsewhere sessions
in France, Belgium, and Switzerland for learning French.
Things to
consider before studying abroad:
Choosing a Program
There are various factors to consider when choosing a program and/or a university to go to. If you are interested in a particular subject or course, or want to gain research experience in a certain field, it’s a good idea to explore your options and choose a program accordingly. Consider booking an appointment with one of the career counsellors at the Academic Advising & Career Centre to explore what programs may be best for your future field of interest.
There are various factors to consider when choosing a program and/or a university to go to. If you are interested in a particular subject or course, or want to gain research experience in a certain field, it’s a good idea to explore your options and choose a program accordingly. Consider booking an appointment with one of the career counsellors at the Academic Advising & Career Centre to explore what programs may be best for your future field of interest.
Deadlines
Most programs have supplemental application forms and deadlines to apply so make sure you are aware of the dates and apply in time! You may be required to bring in your transcript, a reference letter, resume, faculty/program supervisor permission form, a personal statement/questionnaire and an interview. You may need to plan well in advance to ensure you have a competitive resume, personal letter and interview. The Academic Advising & Career Centre offers resume and personal statement critiques, as well as mock interviews for you to gain feedback and improve.
Most programs have supplemental application forms and deadlines to apply so make sure you are aware of the dates and apply in time! You may be required to bring in your transcript, a reference letter, resume, faculty/program supervisor permission form, a personal statement/questionnaire and an interview. You may need to plan well in advance to ensure you have a competitive resume, personal letter and interview. The Academic Advising & Career Centre offers resume and personal statement critiques, as well as mock interviews for you to gain feedback and improve.
Academic Standing
You need a minimum of 4.0 credits to be eligible. You must also be in good academic standing in order to join a study abroad program. The GPA requirements vary among programs, more competitive programs have a higher CGPA requirement, and the requirements range from 1.6 – 2.5 (up to 3.0 for some programs). Consider using the GPA calculator on the UTSC AA&CC website as a planning tool to help estimate the CGPA you will get at the time of application. If you don’t think you will meet the GPA requirements, you can also consider booking a study skills appointment to gain learning strategies to help you improve academically.
You need a minimum of 4.0 credits to be eligible. You must also be in good academic standing in order to join a study abroad program. The GPA requirements vary among programs, more competitive programs have a higher CGPA requirement, and the requirements range from 1.6 – 2.5 (up to 3.0 for some programs). Consider using the GPA calculator on the UTSC AA&CC website as a planning tool to help estimate the CGPA you will get at the time of application. If you don’t think you will meet the GPA requirements, you can also consider booking a study skills appointment to gain learning strategies to help you improve academically.
Costs Involved
In some programs you would pay the same tuition as a domestic University of Toronto student while studying abroad. However, this is not always the case and there are also several additional costs that are not covered which you would need to consider such as: accommodations, costs of living, food, transportation, books, travelling airfare, touring, and other additional costs. There may be some programs that allow you to live with a host family or on residence at the university abroad. There are several scholarships, bursaries, grants and loans available specifically for travelling abroad, but they vary based on the program of interest.
In some programs you would pay the same tuition as a domestic University of Toronto student while studying abroad. However, this is not always the case and there are also several additional costs that are not covered which you would need to consider such as: accommodations, costs of living, food, transportation, books, travelling airfare, touring, and other additional costs. There may be some programs that allow you to live with a host family or on residence at the university abroad. There are several scholarships, bursaries, grants and loans available specifically for travelling abroad, but they vary based on the program of interest.
Credits
If you are looking to participate in a study abroad program you may want to consider the amount of credits you will receive. In some cases, your marks may not appear on your transcript, but you will get a credit for the courses taken. The courses you wish to take must be approved by the program supervisor of that discipline, whether you choose to take a course abroad to fulfill a program requirement or not.
If you are looking to participate in a study abroad program you may want to consider the amount of credits you will receive. In some cases, your marks may not appear on your transcript, but you will get a credit for the courses taken. The courses you wish to take must be approved by the program supervisor of that discipline, whether you choose to take a course abroad to fulfill a program requirement or not.
In conclusion, there are numerous programs for you to choose
from when considering studying abroad. You may want to check out testimonials
and talk to students who have participated in study abroad programs in the
past. It’s a great opportunity for you to explore a new country and immerse
yourself in a new culture all while working towards your academic goals!
Goodluck, Plan Ahead, and Have Fun!
References
UTSC Study Abroad Tipsheet
http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/aacc/sites/utsc.utoronto.ca.aacc/files/tipsheets/Academic_Advising_Tipsheets/StudyingAbroad.pdf
http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/aacc/sites/utsc.utoronto.ca.aacc/files/tipsheets/Academic_Advising_Tipsheets/StudyingAbroad.pdf
UofT ‘Study at Other Universities’ Information Package
http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~registrar/calendars/calendar11/Study_At_Other_Universities.html
http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~registrar/calendars/calendar11/Study_At_Other_Universities.html
UTSC Study Abroad Programs
https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~registrar/current_students/study_abroad
https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~registrar/current_students/study_abroad
UofT Student Life – Application Process, Guidelines, and
Eligibility
http://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/cie/outbound-apply
http://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/cie/outbound-exchange-eligibility
http://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/cie/outbound-apply
http://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/cie/outbound-exchange-eligibility
Study Exchange Program: Centre for International Experience
http://cie.utoronto.ca/Exchange-Programs/U-of-T-Students.htm
http://utsc-isc.ca/abroad/exchange/
http://cie.utoronto.ca/Exchange-Programs/U-of-T-Students.htm
http://utsc-isc.ca/abroad/exchange/
Study Elsewhere Programs
https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/cfl/summer-abroad-france-tours-france
https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/cfl/student-exchange-programs-france-belgium-switzerland
https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/cfl/summer-abroad-france-tours-france
https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/cfl/student-exchange-programs-france-belgium-switzerland
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Contacts:
UofT Summer Abroad Centre
for International Exchange
Woodsworth College, University of Toronto Cumberland House. University of Toronto
119 St. George St., 3rd Floor 33 St. George Street
Toronto, ON M5S 1A9 Toronto, ON M5S 2E3
Tel: 416-978-8713 Tel: (416) 978-2564
Email: summer.abroad@utoronto.ca Email: cie.information@utoronto.ca
Website: www.summerabroad.utoronto.ca
Woodsworth College, University of Toronto Cumberland House. University of Toronto
119 St. George St., 3rd Floor 33 St. George Street
Toronto, ON M5S 1A9 Toronto, ON M5S 2E3
Tel: 416-978-8713 Tel: (416) 978-2564
Email: summer.abroad@utoronto.ca Email: cie.information@utoronto.ca
Website: www.summerabroad.utoronto.ca
International Student Centre
1095 Military Trail
Room IC-349
Scarborough, ON M1C 1A4
Tel: 416-287-7518
Email: isc@utsc.utoronto.ca
Website: www.utsc-isc.ca
1095 Military Trail
Room IC-349
Scarborough, ON M1C 1A4
Tel: 416-287-7518
Email: isc@utsc.utoronto.ca
Website: www.utsc-isc.ca
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