Overview
Study abroad options:
- semesters spent studying or working abroad
- institutional exchange programs
- degrees at a foreign post-secondary institution
- courses or course-components abroad
- international research, practicums and internships
- educational study tours
You can study abroad in 4 different ways explained in detail in Study abroad program choices:
- Apply for an Alberta study abroad program.
- Take a study abroad program through an Alberta post-secondary institution.
- Pursue federal study abroad programs.
- Plan your own study abroad experience.
Alberta programs
Programs developed or offered in Alberta, either by government or post-secondary institutions, have supports in place to help you figure out:
- eligibility requirements
- application processes
- travel requirements (such as visas)
- financial supports (if they’re available)
Funding support may not be available. You may need to pursue student loans or find other ways to pay for your studies. See Alberta Student Aid for school and program eligibility.
Use the federal government assistance outside of Canada information which also includes embassies and consulates to know what to do in case of emergency.
Research options for studying abroad
The Alberta Learning Information System (ALIS) offers these studying Abroad resources:
Contact
Connect with the International and Industry Collaboration Unit:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Phone: 780-644-1785
Toll free: 310-0000 before the phone number (in Alberta)
Fax: 780-427-4185
Email: [email protected]