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Western University, Canada
Western University was founded in 1878 and is one of Canada’s oldest and most beautiful universities enrolling today about 38,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Western is located in London, Ontario, which is a two-hour train ride west of Toronto. Known affectionately as the Forest City, London boasts a beautiful urban canopy and more than 200 parks and greenspaces.
The city's laid-back atmosphere is highlighted by an extensive trail system that runs along the Thames River, right onto Western’s campus, and is a scenic place for walking, running, biking, or inline skating. London is set in the heart of Southwestern Ontario and experiences four distinct seasons, ranging from hot, breezy summers to colorful autumns to crisp, snowy winters to refreshing springs. Sac State's partnership with Western offers a wide and varied range of academic fields for students to choose from.
Learn more about exchange student life at Western!
Academic Eligibility
- 2.5 GPA or higher at the time of application
- One semester completed at Sacramento State
- Junior or Senior standing (60+ units completed)
Course Information
Available Courses
Please note that courses in Management and Organizational Studies (Business), Economics, and Media, Information and Technoculture (COMS) are very competitive and only students from these fields can request to take courses in these areas.
Areas of study:
- Anthropology
- Art
- Asian Studies
- Biological Sciences
- Business Administration
- Chemistry
- Child Development
- Civil Engineering
- Communication Studies
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Criminal Justice
- Dance
- Economics
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- English
- Environmental Studies
- Family and Consumer Sciences
- Film
- French
- Geography
- Geology
- Gerontology
- Government
- Health Science
- History
- Humanities and Religious Studies
- Kinesiology
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Music
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Women's Studies
Estimated Costs
*Indicates fees paid directly to CSUS – tuition and insurance rates subject to change.
| Expense | One Semester | Two Semesters |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees* | $3,709 | $7,418 |
| Insurance* | $300 | $500 |
| Airfare | $900 | $900 |
| Housing | $4,500 | $7,000 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,500 | $7,000 |
| Total | $12,909 | $22,818 |
Housing Options
Living in residence at Western University is an experience like no other. Home to students from more than 60 different countries, WU's residences offer excellent amenities, academic support, a focus on promoting a safe living environment, and opportunities to make new friends. As an international or exchange student, this is the best place to live is on campus.
Traditional dormitory-style residences and apartment-style suites are available. Most residences offer a meal plan. Single students who have been accepted by mid- May for a full-year exchange will receive a guaranteed offer of residence or waiting list information. Residence accommodation for students on single-term exchange depends on availability.
Western is located in a residential area with many housing options close to campus. Our Off-Campus Housing Office provides lists of available housing, advice, and translation of rental agreements and terms and conditions.