EDUCATION ABROAD
Process
Before deciding to study abroad, it’s important to learn about the various opportunities available to you. Attend an information session, do some research, talk to an Education Abroad advisor and ask the questions that will help you find the opportunity that works best for you.
Narrow your choices
Select an institution that has a program and courses that fit with your academic, professional and personal goals.
Application and acceptance
Apply online before the following deadlines:
- February 15 for internships in the following spring/summer term.
- March 1 for following fall and/or winter term.
- March 1 for following summer term.
- October 1 for remaining winter term exchange spaces.
Applications are reviewed by MacEwan University. You will be notified after the application deadline when a decision is made.
If you are accepted to participate in the exchange program, you must:
- Attend an interview with the selection committee when you are notified (if applicable).
- Attend a mandatory nomination meeting and sign the nomination agreement form.
- Pay a $100 outbound student fee.
Application
- Prepare and submit all required documents to the host institution by its deadline.
- Include an application to residence/accommodation provider.
- For support in the application process, make an appointment with an Education Abroad advisor.
After acceptance
When you receive a letter of acceptance from the host institution, start working with your designated contacts from the host institution to
- Arrange for accommodation
- Enrol in courses
We will enrol you in the MacEwan exchange course. Please ensure that all associated tuition and fees are paid.
- Attend the mandatory pre-departure orientation through MacEwan International.
- Apply for a student visa to the host country, if necessary.
- Ensure that you have adequate and sufficient travel health insurance.
- Obtain travel authorization from MacEwan University.
- Register your travel with MacEwan University.
Education Abroad opportunities
During your studies abroad
Enjoy yourself and your educational adventure! Represent MacEwan University in a mature, responsible and professional manner.
- Inform the Education Abroad team of your final course selection.
- If you decide to make any changes in your course selection, contact your program for advice.
- Ensure that official transcripts are forwarded to educationabroad@macewan.ca
- Maintain contact with the Education Abroad advisor and with your program advisor.
- Enrol in courses for your next term at MacEwan.
Application deadlines, finding the right program, making accommodation arrangements—preparing for your education abroad experience is a big job. Let us help you plan the learning adventure of a lifetime.