During Your Stay | Haskayne International Exchange Program
Funding
The University of Calgary currently does not offer awards for incoming exchange students. The Canadian Government currently offers several awards for students from specific world regions. Information about these awards will be sent to your home university exchange advisor.
If you were to start your semester and then run into complications with your financial situation, please contact International Student Services for advice.
Fees and costs
You are responsible for your own finances while on exchange at UCalgary. You have freedom in whether you choose to live on campus or off campus, use a student meal plan or prepare your own meals, etc., so there can be great flexibility in how you choose to plan your budget! The financial aspect of studying abroad may be confusing at times. You will find that many things are different, from currency exchange to the cost of everyday items. Below are some estimated costs and links to resources that may assist you in making this transition.
Cost estimates
Estimated costs ($CAD) for single term exchange
International Student Orientation
Our International Student Services (ISS) team runs an International Student Orientation Series for all international students, including incoming exchange students. Though this orientation series is optional, we strongly recommend signing up and attending the webinars; you can also access recordings from webinars you are unable to attend through their pre-arrival page. Sign up and learn more on their website
International Student Services (ISS)
International Student Services (ISS) provides advice and programs to support all international students adjusting to studies at the University of Calgary and to life in Canada. For information, support and workshops be sure to check out their website.
Other Events
Watch your inbox, especially closer to the start of your exchange semester, for invites to other events and social networking opportunities. We’d also recommend keeping an eye on the ISS event webpage – they offer a variety of events throughout the semester!
Transcripts
You are responsible for ordering your official transcript at the end of your exchange term here. Our office is unable to order transcripts on behalf of students at this time, and we do not automatically send transcripts to partners upon completion of the exchange term. Detailed instructions for ordering transcripts can be found on the Office of the Registrar’s website. Students are able to order hard copies if required or preferred, and/or electronic official transcripts through MyCred.
Final exams
Final examinations/assessments can include a registrar-scheduled final exam, a take-home exam, term projects (individual and/or group), and/or oral exams. Registrar-scheduled final exams are held during the final exam period (check dates here), can be scheduled up until 10:00pm on the final day, and are mandatory. The schedule is typically released about one month after classes have started. Incoming exchange students should not book any return flights prior to the last possible day for final exams per the schedule linked above. Deferred exams are not typically available for incoming exchange students.