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Explore a range of travel-related, study abroad, and field experiences aimed at helping you to broaden your horizons.

Exchange-Based Opportunities

The following opportunities involve opportunities to earn university credits towards your degree:

McMaster Exchange Program Learn More

Study abroad allows you to immerse yourself in another culture while continuing to earn credits toward your McMaster degree at one of McMaster’s exchange partner institutions.

McCall MacBain International Fellowship Learn More

This external fellowship supports students to spend a year abroad divided into three terms: language, academic and work/internship.

Killiam Fellowship Learn More

The Killam Fellowships Program provides an opportunity for exceptional undergraduate students from universities in Canada and the United States to spend either one semester or a full academic year as an exchange student in the other country.

Learn More on McMaster's Study Abroad Page

International Experiences

The following programs, resources, and opportunities are open to McMaster students, delivered by our partners across the McMaster community:

International Youth Internship Program (IYIP) Learn More

The International Youth Internship Program (IYIP) is a unique stipend-based 4-month travel experience for students, created in collaboration between McMaster University, Empowerment Squared, and Schools of Dreams.

Scholarships and Awards for Global Opportunities Learn More via SSC

When it comes to financing your global opportunity, you have options.  Scholarships, awards and funding opportunities can help you make your dream of going abroad a reality, including:

  • The Global Experience Award (GEA)
  • Exchange-related Awards
  • Travel Awards; and more.

Volunteer and Work Abroad Explore Opportunities

Your global experience is what you make of it. Review opportunities and resources on the Student Success Centre (SSC) site, including important information on Pre-Departure Sessions.

McMaster Travel Resources

McMaster University provides resources and guidelines to help you understand current requirements and expectations — before, during, and after your trip.

Review requirements regularly, as travel policies and border conditions can change quickly, as noted in recent updates made by the Government of Canada to its online travel advice.

Informed Travel Learn More

Important travel resources and guidance for the McMaster community, including students, staff and faculty.

Stay Safe Abroad (Students) Explore Resources

Students heading out on an international travel experience or work term should check out these resources.

Travel Safety and Planning (Staff and Faculty) Learn More

Relevant safety and insurance information for staff and faculty going on business travel.