Western University
Financial requirement
Financial guarantee amount
While exchange students do not pay tuition fees to Western, they are
responsible for the following compulsory fees:
• UHIP (health insurance): $228/term
• Bus pass: $190.96 (valid Sept. 1 – Aug. 31 (of following year))
• Western Student Card: $26
• Transcript fee: $12 (includes regular mailing)
Brief overview of the university
Western University is one of the oldest and most beautiful universities in Canada. Located in London, Ontario –
just 200 km west of Toronto. Western has 35,000 students, including 2,600 international students from 107
countries.
Our 12 faculties and schools and three affiliated colleges share an outstanding academic reputation and are
recognized for offering the best student experience in Canada.
Western Facts
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Founded in 1878
High quality students with an average entering grade of 87.6%
More than $220 million in research revenue annually
1,200-acre campus with exceptional facilities and residences
More than 400 combinations of majors, minors and specializations at the undergraduate level
120 professional and graduate programs
More than 306,000 alumni worldwide
Western campus has a mix of traditional Ivy-covered buildings and modern architecture. Western offers a
beautiful environment in which to study. Western’s buildings include nine residences, eight libraries,
laboratories, classrooms, student space, eateries and cafeterias, and space for performing and visual arts.
Opened in 2009, the Western Student Recreation Centre features a 20,000-square-foot fitness centre with
more than 200 pieces of weight and cardio equipment, a 50m pool, squash/racquetball courts, five gymnasiums,
group fitness classes and drop-in gym activities.
Academic issues
Academic strengths
Flexibility in program choice is a key attraction bringing some of the world’s
top students to Western. Our 12 faculties and schools offer more than 200
undergraduate programs. Exchange students have the opportunity to take a
variety of courses within different programs, provided pre-requisite
qualifications are met. With so much choice, you’re bound to find courses to fit
your goals.
Courses are available across a range of faculties and program areas including:
Management
Medical Sciences
Engineering
Health Sciences
Science
Information & Media Studies
Social Science
Arts & Humanities
Music
Economics
Restricted/closed
Departments
Exchange students are not eligible to take courses in professional programs
such as Law, Medicine, Aviation, Dentistry, Business (Ivey), Education, and
professional programs in the Faculty of Health Sciences. Please note that
courses in Management and Organizational Studies, Economics, and Media,
Information and Technoculture are very competitive and only students from
these fields can request to take courses in these areas.
Can I pre-register for classes
before arrival?
Yes
If yes, please give details
Once exchange has been confirmed, students may select courses online. These
courses will be assessed by faculty members to determine if they have the
necessary academic background to succeed in the course. When the selected
courses become approved, students may then enrol into the courses online.
Link/s to detailed subject or
course descriptions:
For a detailed list of programs and course information use:
http://www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/
Semester dates
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Fall Term: Early September to late December (always before the 23 )
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Winter Term: Beginning of January to April 30
Housing
Guaranteed housing?
If no, is on campus housing
readily available?
Living On Campus
Traditional dormitory-style residences and apartment-style suites are
available. Most residences offer a meal plan. Single students who have been
accepted by mid-May for a full-year exchange will receive a guaranteed offer of
residence or waiting list information. Residence accommodation for students
on single-term exchange depends on availability.
www.residenceatwestern.ca
Off-Campus Housing
Western is located in a residential area with many housing opportunities close
to campus. For information about off-campus housing rentals, see:
http://offcampus.uwo.ca/exchange_students.htm
Our Off-Campus Housing Office provides lists of available housing, advice and
translation of rental agreements and terms and conditions. Some inquiries can
be answered via email. For others, appointments may be arranged once you
arrive.
The off-campus booklet is also an excellent resource (terms, checklist,
frequently asked questions, etc.):
http://offcampus.uwo.ca/rentingbooklet.htm
When is housing information
sent?
Information is sent in May.
Invitation to apply is sent in June.
Link to housing website
Living on campus http://www.residenceatwestern.ca
Off-campus housing rentals http://offcampus.uwo.ca/exchange_students.htm
Off-campus booklet http://offcampus.uwo.ca/rentingbooklet.htm
Brief details
www.residenceatwestern.ca
http://offcampus.uwo.ca/rentingbooklet.htm
Allocation process
Housing is guaranteed if students apply by the deadline specified in email.
Application after the deadline is on a first come first serve basis.
Application information
Which month of the year are
applications processed?
April-May
Which month of the year do
you send out offer letters?
Mid-May
Immigration information
Which month of the year do
you hope to send immigration
documents?
Mid-May
Where can I find further
information about
immigration?
The Government of Canada regulates international study permits and visas
through Citizenship and Immigration Canada www.cic.gc.ca .
Before students are permitted entry into Canada, they must present the
following documents to immigration officials:
• Valid Passport
• Study Permit (if applicable)
• Temporary Resident Visa (if applicable)
• Admission letter
It is the student’s responsibility to find out the immigration requirements and
to process the necessary documents for travel to Canada. Students can find
this information by contacting a Canadian Consular Office near them.
http://www.voyage.gc.ca/contact/offices-list_liste-bureaux-eng.asp
Pre-arrival information
Which is your nearest airport?
London International Airport
1750 Crumlin Road
London, ON
N5V 3B6
Toronto Pearson International Airport
6135 Silver Dart Dr
Mississauga, ON
L5P 1B2
Do you offer an airport pick up
programme?
No
Brief details
There is an airport reception that will direct the student to the Robert Q Bus
within the airport. Student must pay the Robert Q bus fare to travel from
Toronto Pearson International Airport to Western University, London. The
price of the bus ticket can be checked online at
https://reservation.robertq.com/airbus/trip.aspx
Do you have an orientation
programme?
Yes
Is it mandatory?
Not mandatory, but highly recommended.
How much does it cost?
Free
What are the dates?
Orientation for Fall term or full-year students is in early September.
Orientation for Winter term students is in early January.
Link for a website for further
details
http://welcome.uwo.ca/preparing/international_orientation.html
Health Insurance
Do you have mandatory health
insurance?
Yes
Brief details
While in Canada and registered at Western, students are required to be
enrolled in the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP). For information about
UHIP and what is included in the coverage please visit www.uhip.ca
Approximately how much does
it cost?
Approximately $228/term
Can this be waived by my own
policy?
It is possible, but is very difficult to do. The requirements are very strict. More
information can be found on www.uhip.ca
Additional costs
Do I have to pay any
mandatory costs?
Yes
If yes, please provide details
and costs
While exchange students do not pay tuition fees to Western, they are
responsible for the following compulsory fees:
• UHIP (health insurance): $228/term
• Bus pass: $190.96 (valid Sept. 1 – Aug. 31)
• Western Student Card: $26
• Transcript fee: $12 (includes regular mailing)
Estimated Living Expenses per term:
On
Campus
Off Campus
Books & Supplies
750
750
Residence & Food
4,600
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Rent $600/month
0
2,400
Food $350/month
0
1,400
Utilities
$100/month
0
400
Internet/Phone
160
320
Personal
$100/month
400
400
Clothing
$50/month
200
200
Entertainment
400
400
Laundry
$25/month
100
100
TOTAL
6,610
6,370
*Please note, amounts above are in Canadian dollars and are rough estimates
only. These are intended as a guide for students and may not reflect actual
costs, depending on circumstances.
General Information
Links to tourist information
http://uwo.ca/about/visit/london.html
Link to the Study Abroad
office pages
Contact details
http://uwo.ca/international/learning/index.html
Primary contact
Rebecca Denby
International Learning Coordinator (Europe)
International and Graduate Affairs Building 2N46
+1-519-661-2111 ext. 85196
rdenby@uwo.ca
Secondary contact
Bibiana Alcala Valencia
International Learning Coordinator (Non-Europe)
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International and Graduate Affairs Building, 2 floor
+1-519-661-2111 ext. 81156
balcalav@uwo.ca