International students who have been at Malaspina will provide information and support to new international students. Contact the International Student Support office for details. Homestay Program International students are encouraged to participate in the University-College's homestay program for a period of at least four months. The homestay program, arranged through the International Student Support office allows students to live with a Canadian family and experience a Canadian lifestyle. The host family provides a quiet room and three meals per day, including a bag lunch.
Students can also take part in a peerstay, where they provide their own meals.
Policy on International Students Notwithstanding these benefits, both the provincial Ministry of Advanced Education, Training and Technology and the Malaspina University-College Board recognize their primary responsibility is to the education of British Columbians. Guidelines have been established to ensure international students benefit from the opportunity to study at Malaspina without restricting education for B.C. residents. Current guidelines suggest the following. Colleges and institutes exist for the education of Canadian citizens and permanent residents. International students will not normally be accepted into limited enrolment programs if, by their acceptance, places are denied to qualified Canadians and permanent residents.