Study Abroad
Expand your education through global experiences!
The University of Guelph has a long history of connecting people and ideas across borders. Study abroad opportunities bring together students, faculty, and partner institutions to share knowledge, explore new perspectives, and strengthen global understanding.
Whether you are a U of G student interested in going abroad, an international exchange student coming to Guelph, or a partner institution, you’ll find resources and opportunities here to support meaningful international learning.
- 340
- participants in study abroad programs run by U of G in 2024/25
- 475
- Individual study, research, departmental, and co-op international participants in 2024/25
- 142
- incoming exchange students hosted by U of G in 2024/25
- 7
- Faculty-led summer Field School Programs in 2024/25
Study Abroad for Guelph Students
Take your studies beyond borders through exchanges, field schools, internships, and research placements. The University of Guelph offers strong academic support, diverse destinations, and opportunities to explore the world while earning credit toward your degree.
Come to Guelph on Exchange
When you come to U of G on exchange, you’ll be part of the Gryphon community. The University of Guelph offers a wide range of courses along with a vibrant campus life. You’ll also be centrally located in southern Ontario, making travel easy.
Come to Guelph for Research
Build your research experience at the University of Guelph. Whether you join us as a Visiting International Research Student or through a Mitacs Globalink Research Internship, you’ll find the key information you need for your research placement at U of G.
Study Abroad Resources
International exchange at the University of Guelph is made possible through the collaboration of faculty, staff, and partner institutions around the world. This area highlights resources and initiatives that support the development, coordination, and delivery of study abroad opportunities, academic travel, and research abroad.
Graduate Student International Academic Travel
Information for graduate students incorporating international travel into their academic programs. Learn about requirements for academic travel abroad, considerations for conducting research internationally, and resources for supporting safe global experiences.
Study Abroad Resources for U of G Staff and Faculty
Resources for faculty and staff involved in study abroad programming. Find guidance on supporting outgoing and incoming exchange students, internationalizing the curriculum, and navigating key processes, timelines, and responsibilities for global learning engagement.
Exchange Partners
Information for U of G’s exchange partner universities, including nomination timelines, application instructions, exchange balances, and key academic details to share with students. Guidance is available on promoting Guelph, understanding partnership expectations, and managing and renewing exchange agreements.
Study Abroad Community
Stay Involved!
When you return home from a study abroad opportunity all you want to do is talk about your experience... and we want to hear it! There are many different ways for you to get involved and share the life-changing opportunities you had and help encourage others to participate!
Study Abroad Photo Contest
The "Show Us Your World" photo contest showcases the photos of students who have studied abroad on a University of Guelph Study Abroad (Exchange, Field School, Summer Research) program during the previous academic year.
Study ABROADcast
The Study ABROADcast podcast shares real stories from students who’ve studied abroad or come to the University of Guelph on exchange. Hear about their experiences, insights, and advice, and get inspired to start your own global experience!