What is Vic Global?
Vic Global connects students with international learning opportunities and funding, from study abroad programs and travel funding for conference presentations to international education internships.
- Learning Abroad
- Study Abroad Funding
- Research and Academic Travel Opportunities
- Inbound Exchange Support
Learning Abroad advising appointments are available at the Office of the Registrar & Academic Advising.
Learning Abroad
University of Toronto Learning Abroad
Explore learning abroad opportunities for U of T credit, including Summer Abroad, international exchange and research abroad.
University of Toronto Summer Abroad
Learn about Summer Abroad programs and courses.
Attend the upcoming Summer Abroad Open House on Nov. 4, 2026, from noon to 4 p.m.
Faculty of Arts & Science Experiential Learning and International Opportunities
Learn about the various types of International Opportunities available at the University of Toronto to enhance your experiential learning:
- International Course Modules
- Research Excursion Programs
- International Student Exchange
- Language Courses
- Global Classroom courses
Study Abroad Funding
Vic Study Abroad Awards
Funding to help cover the cost of studying, researching or participating in other experiential learning opportunities abroad for University of Toronto course credit.
- Up to $4,000 for a summer program or one term
- Up to $8,000 for a full-year exchange
- Amounts vary based on individual circumstances. Students from under-represented groups may be eligible for additional funding, including students who receive government financial aid, self-identify as Black or Indigenous, are first-generation students or are registered with U of T Accessibility Services.
- Victoria College students admitted to an official exchange or Summer Abroad program for U of T course credit
- Students participating in academic research or field trips abroad
- Students presenting academic work at a national or international conference
- Domestic and international students
- Priority is given to first-time applicants and students with financial need
- Explore additional funding options for study abroad on Quercus (login required).
“Receiving a Vic Study Abroad award allowed me to have the incredible experience of studying at the University of Iceland over the summer. I feel incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity to learn about history and geopolitics with such a unique country as my classroom.”
— Hajrah Shaikh, 2026 recipient
Bader International Bursary (Herstmonceux Castle, England)
Fully funded opportunity to study abroad at Herstmonceux Castle in England through the University of Toronto Summer Abroad Program.
- Up to $15,000 (full funding for UofT Summer Abroad course)
- Covers travel, tuition and accommodation
- Multiple bursaries available
- Undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts & Science
- Open to students of all colleges (preference for Victoria College students)
- Must be Ontario residents with demonstrated financial need (OSAP recipients)
Research and Academic Travel Opportunities
University of Toronto Research Abroad
Enhance your undergraduate experience with research abroad opportunities:
Conference Funding
Funding to support Vic students presenting academic research or papers at national or international conferences.
- Up to $500–$1,000
- Supports travel and/or accommodation costs
- Subject to availability
- Victoria College students presenting at academic conferences
- Applies to national and international conferences
- Open to domestic and international students
- Priority given to first-time applicants
International Education Internships
Gain experiential learning through an education internship placement at Branksome Hall, South Korea or other partner institutions for EDS360 course credit.
Who it's for
- Vic students enrolled in the Education & Society program
Funding
- Open to Vic students with financial need
- Apply for a Vic Study Abroad Award
Robson Travelling Scholarship (Classical Studies)
Funding for graduating students in Classics to study abroad at leading institutions in Rome or Athens.
- Up to $6,000
- Up to three awards available
- Graduating students in Classics, Ancient Greek, or Latin
- Open to Faculty of Arts & Science students (all colleges)
- Preference given to Victoria College students
- Supports study at the American Academy in Rome or the American School of Classical Studies in Athens
- Requires acceptance into a summer program
- Application deadline: March 31
Inbound Exchange Support
Sylvia Woodsworth Campbell Bursary (exchange student from Japan)
- Awarded every two or three years to a female student at Kwansei Gakuin University, Nishinomiya, Japan, who participates in the student exchange between that university and the University of Toronto and who registers at Victoria College.
- Varies based on available funds
- Awarded periodically (typically every two–three years)
- Female student from Kwansei Gakuin University (Japan)
- Participating in the U of T exchange program
- Registered at Victoria College
- No application required
- Awarded when funds are available
- Supports inbound international exchange
Donor
- Family and friends in memory of Sylvia (Woodsworth) Campbell (1917-1988), daughter of Ada and Harold Frederick Woodsworth (1883-1939, Victoria College Class of 1907) of Kwansei Gakuin University in Japan, who devoted her later life to the cause of continuing education for mature women. Established in 1990.
