Exchange: Sciences Po

Sciences Po also known as the Paris Institute of Political studies. The number 1 university in France and ranked 30th globally its offerings in Undergraduate College courses are multidisciplinary and cover the fields of economics, history, international relations, law, political science and the humanities. With 15,000 students across all campuses, it boasts a rigorous and selective reputation for the best of the best.  

Sciences Po has campuses located across France, allowing undergraduate students to specialize in a particular geographic region.  Please thoroughly review the details of each campus to find the best fit for your academic interests.

Graduate Programs
Graduate-level programs are exclusively offered at the Paris Campus.

Undergraduate Programs
Undergraduate programs are available at all seven campuses. If you are nominated for the Sciences Po exchange program, you will be asked to indicate your preferred campus(es). Please note that while preferences are considered, final campus assignments are determined by Sciences Po and cannot be guaranteed.

  • > Dijon Campus (European Union and Central and Eastern Europe)
  • > Le Havre Campus (Asia and Pacific Region)
  • > Menton Campus (the Mediterranean region and the Middle East)
  • > Nancy Campus (European Union & the Franco-German Partnership)
  • > Paris Campus
  • > Poitiers Campus (Latin America and the Caribbean)
  • > Reims Campus (Africa and North America) 

Credit Equivalency: 60 ECTS = 5.0 U of T FCE 

Available Courses: Check here. (Choose the campus to see the course lists offered at each campus) 

Restricted Programs: Courses from Urban School, The School of Research and The School of Journalism. 

Housing: On-campus housing is not guaranteed. Please find information here. 

Location

Country(ies): France
City: Dijon, Le Harve, Menton, Nancy, Paris, Poitiers, Reims
Institution: University

Status

Accepting Applications: Yes
Timeline: Fall (Sep-Dec), Winter (Jan-May), Full-Year (Sep-May)
Run By: CIE
For Credit: Yes

Deadlines: Fall/Full Year Deadline: January 14, 2026
Winter Deadline: April 8, 2026

Details

Language of Study: English, French
Level of Study: Undergrad, Graduate
Subjects Available at Host: All
Program Type: Study
Tuition & Incidentals: Paid to UofT
Program Fees: No fee
Funding: IE Award

Eligibility

Schools/Faculties: Applied Science and Engineering, Arts and Science (St. George), Arts and Science (UTM), Arts and Science (UTSC), Faculty of Information, Faculty of Law (JD), Faculty of Music, John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design, Kinesiology and Physical Education, School of Graduate Studies
Requirements: Minimum CGPA: 2.25 (Undergraduates) or B (Graduates). Depending on the course selections, French language requirements B2 (undergraduate) and C1 (graduate) may be required. Students must complete a minimum of 4 semesters to participate in this exchange.