Outbound Exchange Programs
Explore the world with TMU
At TMU, students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a rewarding global experience while earning full academic credit through the outbound exchange program. Students can study abroad for a semester or a full year with exchange partners in countries such as Australia, Denmark, Germany, France, England, Ireland, Mexico, Thailand, Hong Kong, Singapore, Austria, Sweden, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Scotland, Spain, and many more!
TMU’s exchange program is designed to:
- Enrich educational opportunities
- Prioritize safety abroad
- Promote meaningful cultural immersion
- Offer strong academic support
NOW OPEN: Outbound Exchange Application 2026/2027 (external link, opens in new window) . Apply by January 31, 2026!
Interested in going on an exchange? Learn the basics of how exchange works:
- Check out your faculty website on the exchange
- Contact your Faculty Exchange Coordinator to register and attend upcoming Exchange Info Sessions for your faculty.
- Set up an appointment and confirm your eligibility with your Faculty Exchange Coordinator.
On the Resources page, you can explore the handbooks on different topics, ranging from things to consider when studying abroad to finance and budget to identity abroad.
Ask your Faculty-based exchange coordinators about:
- Eligibility
- Info sessions
- Course requirements
The Creative School
Exchange coordinator: Aamina Mohamed-Edoo, International Programs Coordinator
Email: exchange@torontomu.ca
Ted Rogers School of Management
Exchange coordinator: Kristy Holzworth, International Programs Coordinator
Email: trsmexchange@torontomu.ca
Faculty of Arts
Exchange coordinator: Jill Careless, Experiential Learning Coordinator/ Community Liaison
Email: jill.careless@torontomu.ca
Faculty of Science
Exchange coordinator: Salwa Saeed, Recruitment and International Engagement Coordinator
Email: salwa.saeed@torontomu.ca
Faculty of Community Services
Exchange coordinator: Ashley Ruffin, Global Learning Advisor
Email: global.learning@torontomu.ca
Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science
Exchange coordinator: Ashley Ruffin, Global Learning Advisor
Email: global.learning@torontomu.ca
Search for Exchange Opportunities
The search database allows you to view all exchange programs that match your preferences for country, partner institutions, and program type.
Your next step should be to find out what host institutions (i.e. university you will go to) are available for exchange in your program. Start by checking out our searchable database of exchange opportunities.
How to Apply
The Exchange Application Form for the Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 semesters will open in October 2025 until January 31, 2026. The link to submit applications will be posted here. Check back here for the application link in October 2025.
Please note: When applying for the exchange program, the following are general requirements which may not apply to your specific program. Once the exchange portal is opened (in October) and you select your program, it will provide the specific application requirements.
Prepare your application
As part of your online application for exchange, you will need to submit the following documents:
Academic and Non-Academic Reference Contact Information: The name and contact of one academic reference (must be a professor) and one non-academic reference (i.e. supervisor). Make sure to let them know that you will be putting down their name as a reference.
Letter of Motivation: A one-page (max) letter outlining why you want to go on exchange - i.e. outlining your personal, professional and academic goals in going on exchange to your selected host institutions, and how participation in exchange will help you achieve those goals?
Faculty-Specific Supporting Documents: Faculties may have additional requirements (for example, portfolio, CV, additional letter of references). Check with your Faculty Exchange Coordinator.
Complete the Exchange Application Form
The 2026-2027 Outgoing Student Exchange Application Form (external link) is now open!
In the exchange application form, you will be prompted to upload the required documentation specific to your academic program and faculty. If you have questions or concerns about applying for the 2026 - 2027 application cycle, please reach out to your Faculty's Exchange Coordinator.
Applicant Interviews
After you submit your application, your Faculty Exchange Coordinator may contact you to schedule an interview, depending on your faculty’s process.
Interview formats and requirements can vary, but when conducted, they are typically an opportunity to discuss your goals for going on exchange, the research you’ve done in selecting your destinations, and your overall academic readiness.
For specific details about your faculty’s process, we recommend reaching out directly to your Faculty Exchange Coordinator.
Toronto Metropolitan International Exchange Opportunity Scholarships (TMIEOS)
This scholarship supports TMU students' participation in an academic exchange with one of our exchange partners during a semester or academic year program.
Application deadline: February 15, 2026
Amount: CAD $2,000 per recipient
Scotiabank Mobility Scholarship (SMS) - provided by Scotiabank
This scholarship has been generously provided by Scotiabank to encourage the participation of students in undergraduate business and economics programs in TMU's Exchange Program.
Application deadline: February 15, 2026
Amount: CAD $2,500
SWEA Toronto Scholarship
SWEA Toronto offers a number of scholarships to full-time Ontario students who intend to pursue an exchange at a Swedish university sometime during the academic year.
Application deadline: May 10, 2025
Amount: CAD $2,000
OBW Scholarships
OBW Exchange Program (external link) offers the opportunity to spend one or two semesters living and studying at one of the nine research universities in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Eligibility: TMU students who: complete exchange application in the TMU portal and upload all required supplementary documents for OBW (external link) or ORA (external link) directly through the TMU portal
Application deadline: January 31, 2026
Amount:
- $3,000 for a one-semester exchange
- $4,000 for the full-year exchange
ORA Scholarships
ORA Exchange Program (external link) is an opportunity for students to pursue their studies at one of the participating universities in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
Eligibility: TMU students who: complete exchange application in the TMU portal and upload all required supplementary documents for ORA (external link) directly through the TMU portal
Application deadline: January 31, 2026
Amount:
- $3,000 for a one-semester exchange
- $4,000 for the full-year exchange