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International programs & student supports

51³Ô¹Ïing to the Exchange Program

Process:

  1. UVic students must first apply to participate in the UVic International Centre for Students (ICS) Exchange Program by the deadline, using the steps below.
    • Applications are tailored to students' first choice host university. On the application form below, there will be an opportunity to indicate a second choice host university, but a second ICS Exchange Program application is not necessary. 
    • A student can apply for one or two exchange terms (2 terms max.)
  2. Once the application is reviewed and accepted, the ICS Exchange Team will nominate the student to their first choice host university (if possible).
  3. After being nominated, the host university will reach out to the student directly, asking them to apply to their exchange program by submitting supporting documents.
  4. Finally, the host university will review the student's application and notify them of their decision. 

ICS Exchange Program Application Deadlines:

  • February 1 for Fall term or two-term (Fall & Spring) exchanges
  • August 1 for Spring term exchange

Step 1: Request Your References

You must submit two reference forms with your application:

  1. Academic reference – from an instructor at UVic (professor, lab instructor, teaching assistant or other UVic educator)
  2. Character reference – from a community member (past or current employer, volunteer coordinator, coach, etc.)

Downloadable reference form templates: 

Please download and provide a copy of the relevant form to each referee, and then ask that they return the completed form to you. You will later upload the reference forms as part of your application package, using the link at the bottom of the page.

Freedom of Information: The information on the International Exchange Application Forms is collected under the authority of the University Act R.S.B.C. 1979, c.468 and section 26 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information is used for the purpose of admission to the ICS Exchange Program, course registration, and other purposes consistent with the administration of this program. It may be provided to the relevant host university. If you have any questions about the collection and use of this information, please contact the ICS Exchange Team at goglobal@uvic.ca

Step 2: Complete Required Documents