International Mobility Opportunities
Carleton offers students several programs that provide unique experiences in an international landscape. Seize the opportunity to travel abroad and make world-wide connections through the various programs and partnerships with Carleton University. Select the program that best meets your needs and let Carleton help you gain the Global Advantage!
International Exchange
| Carleton University offers an Exchange Program with approximately 110 partner institutions in more than 30 countries around the globe. The Exchange Program allows Carleton University students (undergraduate and graduate) to study full time at a partner institution for a single semester (fall or winter) or for a full academic year. Exchange students pay tuition to Carleton University and earn credit towards their Carleton degree.
Highlights: Check out our Stories from Exchange to learn more about other students’ experiences while abroad. Application: Students can check the eligibility requirements to apply for exchange on the Outgoing Exchange website. The Outgoing International Exchange Application is on Carleton Central under Student Online Applications. Scholarships and Bursaries: The Awards Office page lists a number of internal and external scholarships/bursaries available to exchange students. There is the CU Exchange Bursary which is administered by the Awards Office and is valued at $500 – $2,500 and awarded to eligible undergraduate students. As for the Bachelor of Global and International Studies (BGInS) students, they can apply for the BGInS IER Bursary for financial assistance towards their exchange experience. Outcomes: Students participating in an International Exchange will receive full credit equivalency towards their degree. Students who successfully complete the equivalent of 2.0 – 3.5 credits within one term of exchange will receive a “Study Term Abroad” notification on their transcript and diploma. Students who complete the equivalent of 4.0 credit within a year of exchange will receive a “Study Year Abroad” on their transcript and diploma. Costs: There is a non-refundable application fee of $80.00 CDN (except for BIB students). Students participating in the Exchange Program pay their standard full time tuition fee to their home institution (Carleton University). However, there are many other expenses that should be considered and budgeted for when preparing for exchange such as accommodation, travel, and living expenses. Contact: Please contact exchange@carleton.ca to find out more! |
International Internships
| International Internships provide an opportunity to work internationally for academic credit and are typically unpaid. Internships are an excellent way to gain real-world work experience, develop contacts in your field and build your resume to market yourself for future career opportunities.
Highlights: Carleton students have enjoyed internships all over the world. Explore Career Services’ Student Experiences webpage to review testimonials from students. Outcomes: Students receive academic credit as part of their internship (Course: GINS 3930 is half a credit for a 6-week internship, GINS 3931 is a full credit for a 12-week internship). Application: The application form is available online through Career Services’ website. Costs: Students are responsible for their travel and living expenses which start at approximately $3,000 depending on length of internship and location. Scholarships and Bursaries: Students enrolled in this program are eligible for the International Internship Bursary, which provides up to $2,500 in funding for these experiences. Contact: Please contact international.internships@carleton.ca to find out more! |
