University of Toronto Mississauga students can further enhance their educational experience by combining their time on campus with an enriching and rewarding international experience. UTM offers a broad range of global learning opportunities that can be tailored to your program or degree. Information for faculty interested in Global Learning Initiatives can be found here.
UTM students are able to participate in the following Global Learning Opportunities:
Outbound Exchange
Why study abroad?
The UTM Exchange program offers students the incredible opportunity to study at over 140 partner institutions in more than 60 countries. You can choose to study abroad for one semester, a full academic year, or even up to three semesters, all while paying your regular U of T tuition fees. This program allows you to immerse yourself in new cultures, gain international experience, and earn credits towards your degree. Whether you are looking to enhance your academic journey or broaden your global perspective, the UTM Exchange program is designed to help you achieve your goals.
Outbound Exchange Process
| Step One: What to Expect Get an overview of the steps required for the completion of your exchange application. Take advantage of the downloadable checklist. |
| Step Two: Choose Your School Discover how to find your dream destination among the 120+ exchange partners available to UTM students. |
| Step Three: Apply Learn steps & tips for completing the CIE online application. |
Planning
| ✔ Choose two schools - you will need to list your first and second choices on your application. | |
| ✔ Be aware of the deadlines for exchange - please check each school using the Learning Abroad website, but generally speaking, the deadlines are as follows. | |
| ✔ Check your eligibility - see if you meet the CGPA requirements for your two schools. These are listed on the school profile on the Learning Abroad website. | |
| ✔ Be aware of the funding options available to you and determine your costs. | |
| ✔ Learn how to transfer credits from exchange onto your UTM transcript. | |
| ✔ Compile a list of proposed courses for both schools. This is not a final list. You will be given an opportunity to select your actual courses if you are nominated for exchange. |
Preparing
| ✔ Resume - write or update your resume. | |
| ✔ Have fewer than 4.0 credits? Complete the Interim Grade Report |
Applying
| ✔ Apply via the Learning Abroad website. |
Step Two: Choose Your School
| Search through our 120+ exchange destinations using the Learning Abroad search tool. | |
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| Stuck for inspiration? See which schools your academic department has recommended here. | |
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| Interested in combining research with courses? See our research destinations here. |
Tips for Completing your Application
Terms - Use the academic calendar from the university you are applying to in order to determine these dates.
Course List-This list is only meant to give an idea of the types of courses you would like to take. Think of it as a 'wish list'. You will be given an opportunity to formally choose your actual courses once you are nominated.
Supporting Documents
Resume - The UTM Career Centre can help, please check out their resume tips & example resumes. If you have never written a Canadian style resume before, don't worry! A good place to start is by following this example. Once you've done the best you can alone, please book an appointment for an online resume critique, where a member of the Career Centre will go over your resume with you to help make it the best it can be.
Interim Grade Report - Are you a first-year students who has grades for less than 4.0 credits and are enrolled in Y-credit courses? Are you a student factoring in-progress Y-courses into their CGPA to meet requirements? If so, you need to complete an Interim Grade Report. Bring the completed and signed copy to the IEC before the application deadline.
Inbound Exchange
Welcome to the University of Toronto Mississauga, where the world meets to learn, grow, and thrive! Are you ready to broaden your horizons and immerse yourself in a vibrant, diverse community? Join us on an unforgettable exchange journey and experience top-notch education, innovative research, and the stunning beauty of our green campus. Make new friends from around the globe, engage in exciting activities, and discover the endless opportunities that await you.
Your adventure starts here—apply now and become part of the UTM family!
Are you interested in Exchange at UTM?
UTM Abroad
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At UTM Abroad, we believe that international experiences can change your life. So, we created two streams of short-term international experiences that will build your global awareness, connect you to a network of like-minded peers and give you a space to develop personally, professionally & academically. And, they fit within your regular UTM semester. Both our Academic and Co-Curricular Experiences offer in-person and virtual options to explore the world in a variety of ways.
Why UTM Abroad?
| The short-term experiences offered by UTM Abroad fit within your study breaks, so you can continue to take your regular UTM courses uninterrupted. |
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| One international component fee covers flights, transportation, accommodation, meals and in-country activities associated with the course. |
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| Travel with a UTM Staff member with crisis response and first aid training to support your health and well-being abroad. |
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| 24hr on-call support in Canada from the International Education Centre's on-call representative during travel periods. |
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| One-on-one advising pre- and post-trip to support your participation in these experiences. |
Fall 2024 Experiences
Academic Experiences applications Closed!
Co-Curricular Experiences applications Closed!
Winter 2025 Experiences
Academic Experiences applications open! Apply here. DEADLINE to Apply: October 20th, 2024
Co-Curricular Experiences applications are extended! Apply here. DEADLINE to Apply: October 20th, 2024.
- COSTA RICA- 6 spots remaining!
- PERU- 5 spots remaining!
UTM Abroad Academic Experiences
For in-person opportunities, you will travel to a location pertinent to your studies and deepen your learning through first-hand experience. For virtual opportunities, you will be connected with partners worldwide for engaging discussions and activities to connect your learning to lived experiences. Before, during, and after the international experience, UTM faculty will connect the course content back to the global experience. It is important that you are enrolled in the corresponding course to participate in the Academic Abroad Experiences.
Take your learning to a new level by exploring the theme of your course in an international environment.
| Travel with your professor and deepen your understanding of course materials; |
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| Experience a deeper understanding of course materials through real-world application; |
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| Learn about yourself your skills and your future. |
Why Academic Experiences?
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| Dedicated time in small groups to develop your relationship with wonderful UTM faculty; |
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| Many of our courses offer the opportunity to practice research methods specific to your field; |
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| Learn about course materials in a way you'll never forget. |
UTM Abroad Co-Curricular Experiences
Learn about a topic of interest in a unique location, participate in unparalleled community engagement initiatives that will expand your global mindset and develop an understanding of community development and social change. In-person opportunities allow you to travel to the international community, and virtual opportunities allow you to connect with the international community online.
Leadership and impact-based personal development through local and global community engagement.
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| Travel with intention and expand your global awareness. |
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| Incorporate global learning into your local environment. |
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| Learn about yourself, your skills and your future. |
Why Co-Curricular Experiences?
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| Open to all UTM Students in good academic standing including those in first year. |
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| Connect with peers across a variety of disciplines to learn about a theme important to all of you. |
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| Learn a new way of travelling that engages with local communities, pushes you to go beyond your comfort zone and changes the way you think about global issues. |
Questions?
Book a Global Learning Advising appointment through CLNx, email us at utmabroad@utoronto.ca
Eligibility
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| Students must be in good academic standing (minimum 1.5 CGPA) to participate in any of the experiences. |
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| Academic Experiences: Students must be enrolled in the corresponding course to participate in the international component. |
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| Co-curricular Experiences: Open to all UTM students in good academic standing regardless of program or year of study. |
Costs
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| Included in the Cost the International Component: Flights, transportation, accommodation, meals, in-country activities associated with the course, and trip-cancellation insurance. Check out our Funding Section. |
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| NOT Included in the Cost the International Component: Course fees, fees associated with travel insurance, trip cancellation insurance, additional optional tours/activities while abroad, visa applications, medical exams, vaccinations, and any other additional costs. |
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| The cost of these trips is posted pending approval based on the University's Policy on Ancillary Fees. Updates will be posted as needed. |
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| Please Note: We are striving to make UTM Abroad financially accessible, please read more about the bursaries available in the Funding Section. |
We are striving to make UTM Abroad experiences as financially accessible as possible. Please see the bursary options below, if you are concerned about budgeting for a UTM Abroad experience, you can email utmabroad@utoronto.ca to set up an appointment with a coordinator to discuss your options.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Participants who have received bursaries assume responsibility for those funds upon cancellation of participation.
UTM Abroad Bursaries
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| Bursaries will be awarded based on the participant's demonstrated level of financial need (not tied to OSAP) as shown in the financial need section of the UTM Abroad application. |
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| While we make every effort to support participation of as many students as possible, funding is limited so please ensure that your funding application is accurate and requests are submitted only as needed; |
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| Bursary amounts vary depending on financial need; |
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| Bursary awards will be reviewed by the UTM Abroad bursary committee and will be communicated to participants prior to the second installment deadline; |
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| The UTM Abroad Funding Application must be submitted at the time of application and must be submitted by the application deadline; |
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| For the UTM Abroad Academic Experiences, you must be a UTM undergraduate enrolled in the corresponding UTM course at the time of travel to be eligible for this bursary. |
How to Apply
You will find the bursary and funding application within the UTM Abroad Application. As you make your way through the application, you will be prompted to fill out various fields as part of the funding application. If you have questions about the funding application, you can email us at utmabroad@utoronto.ca to book an appointment.
