Vancouver Island University Exchange Semester - Program Details| General Information | Institution | Vancouver Island University |
|---|---|---|
| Program A/B Status: Cycle 1 | Closed | |
| Program A/B Status: Cycle 2 | Closed | |
| Timeline | Study Abroad Year | 2026 |
| Semester | Spring | |
| Program Information | Program Name | Vancouver Island University Exchange Semester |
| Program Type | Program A | |
| Program Description | Join us during our Spring 2026 semester at VIU! Jan 5 - April 22, 2026 | |
| Contact Information | Alexandra van Vianen, InternationalMobility@viu.ca | |
| Teaching Language | English | |
| Degree Level | Undergraduate | |
| Exchange Duration | 1 semester | |
| Language Proficiency Requirements | Accept Native English | Yes |
| English Language Requirements: TOEFL iBT, IELTS | Scores: https://international.viu.ca/admissions | |
| Other English Language Requirements | https://international.viu.ca/admissions | |
| Other Language Requirements | None | |
| Academic Field | Business, Communication, English Language and Literature, History, Hospitality and Tourism, International / Global Studies, Law / Criminal Justice, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Mathematics, Philosophy and Religious Studies, Psychology, Social Sciences, Sport Studies, Visual and Performing Arts | |
| Facilities and Resources | Vancouver Island University (VIU) Offers a welcoming and supportive environment for international students https://international.viu.ca/international-student-support-iss-hub | |
| Scholarships Available: | No | |
| Scholarship Information | N/A | |
| Program Fees (All values are in USD) | Tuition or Program Fee | $0.00 |
| Average Housing Cost | $800.00 average per month. | |
| Local Transportation | $55.00 average per month. This can include cost of buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation. | |
| Other Program Fees | $400.00 excluding tuition. These may include activity, lab/materials, or other fees. | |
| Cost of Living | $750.00 average per month. This can include meals, pocket money, and entertainment. | |
| Medical Insurance | $135.00 per month. | |
| Visa | $100.00 | |
| Additional Program Information | Estimated Expenses: Living on the West Coast can be quite expensive, we suggest students do their own research and ensure they have sufficient funds. | |
| Supplementary Links | Inbound Exchange Information | Link |
| International Student Support Hub | Link | |
| Program A/B Information | Additional Information | Application Deadline September 30 for Spring 2026 Nominations must be sent to InternationalMobility@viu.ca and include the following information: Student full name, date of birth, home institution program, desired program, e-mail address. Once received we will follow up with application instructions. |
| Required GPA | 3.0 out of 4.33 | |
| Program Schedules | 1st Semester Start Date: | 05/Jan/2026 |
| 1st Semester End Date: | 22/Apr/2026 | |
| 2nd Semester Dates: | 08/Sep/2026 | |
| 2nd Semester End Date: | 23/Dec/2026 | |
| Credit Transfer |
Yes, 3 credits per course UCTS Calculator |
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| Number of Tuition Waved Participants | 2 | |