Thank you for filling out the application form. To complete the process, you will need to:
- Pay your deposit of CAD500 and program fee before the deadline:
| Payment details |
Deadlines |
| Deposit of CAD500 |
January 12th for programs going in S1 (from May to June)
March 4th for programs going in S2 (from July to August) |
| Remaining program fee |
February 16th for programs going in May
March 15th for programs going in June
April 8th for programs going in July
May 6th for programs going in August |
A $500 non-refundable deposit per course must be submitted by the deadlines listed above. These fees are non-refundable once charged and are taken as a commitment that the student will participate in the study abroad course. All courses are capped, and spots are considered based on the course instructor’s decision.
To pay for the deposit ($500 per course, non-refundable*) between now and the deadline date, you can book a time with us and pay (debit or credit card) by sending email to Sharon Sammy (ssammy@yorku.ca).
In case the remaining program fee is not paid before the deadline, your deposit of CAD500 will be refunded, and you will be automatically withdrawn from the course.
*Unless the courses are full.
2. Enroll in courses: Enroll in the course(s) through the REM system. Enrollment in these courses is restricted. Note that you will not be able to enroll in any course unless you have been approved to participate and have paid the deposit.
3. Coordinate with your course instructor before booking flights to and from your study abroad destination and send your travel details to the International Programs Coordinator (yuabroad@yorku.ca).
4. Complete all mandatory Safety Abroad steps, including purchasing travel insurance and adding your trip to York University's Travel Registry.
5. Lastly, you will need to attend the pre-departure session. This session will cover important information about the course, the destination, excursions, health and safety, etc. You will also have a chance to meet your course director and other students who have enrolled!
Make sure to keep an eye on your email inbox for important communications from YorkU. In the event of an emergency or another serious situation, the University will contact you as soon as possible with information, guidance, and a plan to get you home if needed.
After returning home, you will be invited to fill out the Faculty-led Study Abroad Feedback Form, and attend post-course debrief sessions to provide feedback and share your experiences. This information will help us enhance the program and provide inputs for promotion to future students.
If you'd prefer to share these first-hand experiences and answer student questions yourself, feel free to volunteer and attend next year's GoGlobal Fair and study abroad information sessions.
Students that wish to withdraw from a Faculty-led Study Abroad Course at any time must first contact the International Programs Coordinator at yuabroad@yorku.ca as well as their Course Director indicating the reason for withdrawal.
Course fees are subject to the financial deadlines set by York University. The program deposit fee is non-refundable, and no exceptions will be granted. The “course start date” is the date that the course begins in your program country abroad. Refunds of the remainder of the program fee will be given based on the following criteria/schedule:
| Date Withdrawn |
Fees Owed to YI |
Refunded to Student |
| Before the deadline of submitting the program fee |
Non-refundable course deposit fee |
Program Fee |
| 2 months before course start date |
Non-refundable course deposit fee; 50% of program fee |
50% of program fee |
| 1 month before course start date |
Non-refundable course deposit fee; 100% of program fee |
No refunds will be given if a student decides to withdraw from 1 month before it is due to begin abroad or while they are already/supposed to be abroad. |
Contact Shirley Lam, International Programs Coordinator, at 