Possibly your goals are more career-oriented in nature and could be better accommodated by a period of working or volunteering abroad. There exist many opportunities to go abroad- studying, working, volunteering or participating in educational travel programs. Other options include teaching English as a second language, or working as an au pair. Participating in an exchange is just one of many ways to study abroad. While participating in a University of Alberta administered international student exchange is often the easiest and among the least expensive ways to study abroad, it is only one of many ways to do so.
Students can independently arrange their own study abroad.
These students are a great source of information and advice. Exchanges are often best taken in the third year of an undergraduate degree. Attend one of the annual Study Abroad Fairs held in September or January. Times are posted in the Global Options Area. Visit the Global Options Area .