Choosing an IER Option
There is an IER option for every student
Here are some things to keep in mind while choosing which option is right for you.
IER Options at a Glance
| Option: | International Exchange | International Internship | Courses Taught Abroad
| Global and International Group Project |
| Term: | Fall, Winter or Fall & Winter | GINS 3910/3911: Summer preferred
| Summer | Winter |
| Duration: | Dependent on institution | 6 – 12 weeks | 2.5 to 3 weeks | One semester |
| Travel Planning: | Students are responsible for travel planning and in-country arrangements | Students are responsible for travel planning and in-country arrangements | Travel planning and logistics mostly organized by units on campus | No travel required |
| Academic Requirements (All options require 3rd year standing) | ||||
| CPGA: | 7.0 or greater at time of application
Note: must reserve 2.0 credits under free electives | GINS 3910/3911:
In-person – 7.0 or greater at time of application Virtual – 6.5 or greater at time of application | No CGPA requirement | No CGPA requirement |
| Financial Considerations | ||||
| Tuition: | Exchange: Tuition paid to Carleton, regular fees apply
LOP: Tuition paid to host institution | Tuition rates dependent on term in which the Placement occurs | Summer tuition rates apply | Cost of course is included in Fall or Winter tuition |
| Costs to plan for: | Flights, accommodations, general living expenses | Flights, accommodations, general living expenses | Course fees,*flights, general spending money | No additional costs beyond regular tuition |
| Miscellaneous Information: | Exchange: Partner institutions
LOP: Non-partner institutions | Topics of courses and destinations change annually *Inclusion of flight cost in course fees will vary | Theme of group project changes annually | |
| Transfer Students | Exchange and LOP: May not be suitable for transfer students; consult your academic advisor | Suitable for Transfer Students | Suitable for Transfer Students | Suitable for Transfer Students |
Recognition of International Exchange on Transcript
Carleton University recognizes students who successfully complete a pattern of study at a non-Canadian university comprising a significant international experience with a notation on both the student’s transcript and diploma. To qualify for a notation, the pattern of study must be either an approved pattern of study under a recognized International Exchange program, or an alternate pattern of study approved by the Dean.
The notation with Study Term Abroad will be used when the equivalent of 2.0 to 3.5 credits of courses are successfully completed, normally within one term.
The notation with Study Year Abroad will be used when the equivalent of 4.0 or more credits of courses are successfully completed, normally within one year.