Agreement
The Canada-Taiwan Student Exchange Program is a scholarship program sponsored by the Department of Human Resources Development Canada. Participating Canadian universities nominate up to three candidates to take part in the national competition.

This program is aimed at providing opportunities for undergraduate Canadian students to study at participating Taiwanese universities, and for undergraduate students from Taiwan to study at participating Canadian universites. Fields of study: Chinese art history, theatre, performing and fine arts, environmental studies and Mandarin. Except for the study of Mandarin, students are required to have an adequate knowledge of Mandarin to allow them to successfully complete the course work.

Value: Return airfare to Taiwan, monthly allowance, tuition and contribution towards health insurance

Number available:

Duration: Minimum of one term, maximum 2 terms (one academic year)

York contact: York International, 201 York Lanes (736-5028)

Canada-Taiwan application Deadline:

THE CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG (CUHK)    

The University
Established in 1963, the Chinese University of Hong Kong is nestled in the mountains near Shatin in the New Territories comprised of four separate colleges, and has a student population of 11 919 who study from a variety of programmes in seven different faculties. The CUHK offers studies in the areas of education, arts and humanities, business administration, medicine, science, social science and engineering.

Academic Year
The academic year runs from August to July. However, classes run from September to May including examination periods. Orientation for International students is at the end of August usually around the 28th after the Liberation holiday. There is an intensive language course that begins in early August for students. Other holidays include the Cheung Yeung Festival in November, Christmas in December, the Chinese New Year in February and various other public holidays.

Accommodation
The University and its constituent colleges operate a number of hostels for students who wish to live on campus. Hostel fees range from HK$2, 530 to $4, 065 a term depending on the type of accommodation. Students who have been allocated hostel places are required to pay fees which normally cover a two term residence period. Detailed information and specific pricing can be found in the CUHK calendar housed at York International (201 York Lanes).

Language
The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a bilingual (Chinese and English) and bicultural institution of higher learning. While the principal medium of instruction is Chinese, English is also widely used. Indeed, the majority of the teaching staff are bilingual and have studied and /or taught in major universities around the world.

Financing
York students must register at York while they are studying at CUHK. Students will be required to pay York tuition fees. There may some tuition scholarships awarded, this is determined annually. Students are responsible for student activities fees, living and travel expenses while in Hong Kong. As per the most recent calendar from CUHK, the cost of meals on campus is about HK$15 for breakfast and $25 each for lunch and dinner. It is estimated that books and stationary and other incidental expenses would be in the region of $4,500 and $5,500 a year.

Health Insurance
While OHIP minimal coverage is continued to some extent overseas, it is also very important to get comprehensive insurance such as Blue Cross. If you are planning on staying overseas for more than six months, you must notify OHIP at 416 482-1111 for further information. Basic medical care is provided by the CUHK Health Service. Students staying for a year will qualify to apply for the Hong Kong Identity Card with which they are entitled to stay in third class wards of government hospitals. It is recommended that students have their own additional health coverage. If a student doesn't have additional coverage upon arrival in Hong Kong the CUHK will encourage them to purchase medical coverage through their office. The cost of this coverage is HK$ 1,000/year or HK$100/month (term basis). This medical coverage does not cover a student outside Hong Kong.

Employment
International students are not allowed to seek employment while studying in Hong Kong.

Immigration Requirements
Those planning to study in Hong Kong require a student visa. Enquire at the Hong Kong Economic & Trade Office in Toronto, (416) 924-5544.

Coordination
York International, 201 York Lanes (736-5028). Normally it is expected that undergraduate students be in an Honours programme and have completed two years of study at York. Graduate students may pursue research and /or attend classes related to their studies. In all cases, approval of the student's major department is required to ensure the compatibility of York and the host institution programmes.

Application forms
Available at exchange information sessions or by appointment. A list of dates for the information sessions can be picked up from the student service desk at York International.

MEIJI UNIVERSITY, TOKYO    

The University
Meiji University was founded in 1881 as the Meiji Law School. In 1903 the institution was granted official status as a private institution, and its name was changed to Meiji University. As a result, the university's academic and physical growth accelerated. Today, the university is a member of the "Tokyo Big Six", the six most prestigious institutions in the Tokyo metropolitan area. Its distinctive campuses attract approximately 85,000 applicants each year for the some 7,000 places in the freshmen class of the seven schools in undergraduate and graduate courses and the Women's College.

At present, Meiji University consists of seven four-year colleges with related graduate courses in the Graduate School. The seven are: the School of Law, the School of Commerce, the School of Political Science and Economics, the School of Arts and Letters, the School of Science and Technology, the School of Agriculture, and the School of Business Administration. A Meiji University calendar containing specific course offerings within these departments can be consulted at York International.

Undergraduate enrolment for Meiji University is made up of 26,471 daytime students and 6,060 evening students. Faculty consists of 649, full-time; 1,217, part-time; administrative staff: 582, full-time; 162, part-time.

The university has produced outstanding scholars in all areas, but is especially proud of its accomplishments in the field of law and politics. The university's interest in attaining excellence in all areas also applies to sports, and Meiji athletes regularly compete in international sporting events and have won eleven gold medals at the Olympic Games.

Academic Year
The university offers daytime and evening classes on a two-semester system. The academic year is from April to March; first semester runs early April to July; second semester from September to February.

Language
Instruction is in Japanese and candidates are required to complete a Japanese proficiency test in order to be considered for the exchange. Students who pass the entrance examination and are admitted are required to continue their study of the Japanese language in order to raise their level of proficiency.

Accommodation
Meiji University has no dormitory for international students, so you need to stay in an apartment or a rental room. The staff of the Centre for International Programs (CIP) will assist students in locating a accommodation. However, as is often the case in Japan, the final decision on the housing contract must be reached by a landlord and a lessee.

Tuition and Fees (based on 1995-96 figures)
York students must register at York while they are studying at Meiji University. Students will be required to pay York tuition fees. There may some tuition scholarships awarded, this is determined annually. Students are responsible for student activities fees, living and travel expenses while in Japan. At Meiji, Information Science Centre fees (computer use fees) and audio visual aid use fees are to be paid when you use equipment in the centre; and you are required to join the Student Health Insurance Program, of which the fee is 2,500 YEN (See following section on Health Insurance). The Ministry of Education, Japan offers scholarships for graduate and undergraduate exchange students in Japan. The successful York applicant(s) will be nominated by the York/Meiji Selection committee for consideration. The scholarship includes a monthly stipend, the cost of preparation for the exchange and round-trip airfare.

Personal Expenses (based on 1995-96 figures)
Your personal budget highly depends on the expenses of your housing and board. Students of Meiji University who live alone in an apartment house spend, on average, 110,000-120,000 YEN ($1,438-$1,568Cdn.) a month for living expenses. This includes apartment rental fees, meals, commuting, books, leisure, etc. Please make your budget reflect the above mentioned amount of money.

Commuting Expenses
It is quite difficult for students to live within walking distance of Surugadai Campus, as the campus is located near the centre of business and the government office centre and there are few apartment houses in this area. In the Tokyo area, it commonly takes commuters about an hour to reach their office or school by train, subway or bus. Commuting expenses indeed depends on the distance from the student's home to their campus. We estimate the average expense for students living in Tokyo at 5,000 YEN ($65 CAN) per month.

Health Insurance
While OHIP minimal coverage is continued to some extent overseas, it is also very important to get comprehensive insurance such as Blue Cross. If you are planning on staying overseas for more than six months, you must notify OHIP at 416 482-1111 for further information. The Meiji Student Health Program fee is 2,500 YEN ($32 Cdn.) per year. However, students must undergo medical treatment at the specific clinics or hospitals under contract with Meiji University. International students can receive financial assistance without charge for medical care by the Association of International Education Japan (AIEJ) which is a foundation assisting international students under advice and support of the Ministry of Education.Further it is recommended that international students also join the National Health Insurance Program for which the fee is approximately 12,000 YEN ($156 Cdn.) per year.

Immigration Requirements
Immigration procedures are fairly complicated and nothing can be done until Meiji University has accepted the student, and issued a certificate to that effect. York International will assist participants in obtaining their visas for studying in Japan.

Coordination
York International, 201 York Lanes. Normally it is expected that undergraduate students be in an Honours programme and have completed two years of study at York. Graduate students may pursue research and /or attend classes related to their studies. In all cases, approval of the student's major department is required to ensure the compatibility of York and the host institution programmes.

Application forms
Available at exchange information sessions or by appointment. A list of dates for the information sessions can be picked up from the student service desk at York International.

Meiji University application Deadline:

SOOKMYUNG WOMEN'S UNIVERSITY, SEOUL    

Agreement
The Sookmyung Women's University exchange was established in October 1995. The exchange is for both Undergraduates and Graduates. Each year both universities will strive to exchange equal number of participants for the academic year. Sookmyung offers a wide variety of courses at both levels.

The Educational Philosophy of Sookmyung Women's university is developing women's education in pursuit of modesty, wisdom and justice; an indigenous education to establish nation identity in tandem with nation legitimacy. It upholds the development of women's capability through the education of women leaders with an integrated personality required by this era and by visualizing the true picture of female citizenry conducive t the development of nation and mankind

Academic Year
The academic year consists of two terms, one in the spring and one in the autumn. Semester I runs from March to June and Semester II begins in October and ends in December. Examinations are in held at mid-term and at the end of both semesters.

Accommodation
The university has dormitories that house over 400 students. The dormitories are equipped with a large dining room, library, computer room, VTR room and table tennis facilities.

Cost of Living
While on exchange students must register at York and pay tuition to York. There may be some scholarships awarded, this is determined annually. Also students participating in an official York exchange programme can access OSAP or graduate scholarships provided they meet eligibility requirements for this funding. Students are responsible for student activity fees, living and travel expenses at the host institution. It is important to realize that the cost of living varies depending on location and you must be able to meet your own living expenses.

Health Insurance
OHIP provides minimal coverage while outside Canada. It is very important to get comprehensive insurance while you are studying outside of Canada. If you are planning on staying more than six months, you must notify OHIP. Please contact OHIP at (416)482-1111 for further information.

Sookmyung has a University Health Centre on campus for the purpose f health management and primary health care for students, faculty and administrative staff. The health center is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for general treatment, X-ray photography, clinical examination, dental care and recuperation. it pays for part of the medical treatment costs for all students in accordance with the regulations of its medical insurance system.

Immigration Requirements
Please contact the Korean Consulate, 555 Avenue Rd., Toronto, tel: (416)920 3809. For further information on immigration requirements for studying in Korea.

Coordination
York International is the coordinating office of the Sookmyung Women's University exchange programme. Please contact York International for more information: York International, tel: (416)736-5028; 201 York Lanes, fax: (416)736-5176; York University, email: yiinfo@yorku.ca.

Student Service Desk Hours: Monday to Thursday 10:00am - 3:00pm

Application Procedure
Normally it is expected that undergraduate students be in a Honours programme and have completed two years of study at York. Graduate students may pursue research and/or attend classes related to their studies. In all cases, approval of the students' major department is required to ensure compatibility of York and the Sookmyung's Programmes.

S.W.U. application Deadline: