Summer School Exchange: Fudan University

Located in the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, Fudan University is one of the top universities in China. Fudan University International Summer Session (FISS) is a 4-week program taught in English, and FISS 2025 offers courses in law, history and culture, society and politics, business and economics, science and technology and Chinese language! Watch the Introduction Video here: Introduction to FISS (video)

Credit Equivalency

30 Fudan Credits = 5.0 U of T FCE. Students must obtain at least 6 Fudan credits (1.0 U of T credit)

Course Availability

40 content courses available in in History and Culture, Society and Politics, Business and Economy, Science and Technology, Medicine and Law, and 3 levels of Chinese language courses. Find more information here. Please click the course title to download the syllabi.

Housing

On-campus housing is not guaranteed, but the host institution will help in securing housing. Find more information on the Fudan ISS website.

Fees

Tuition (equivalent to taking 1.0 FCE U of T course) is paid to U of T. The application fee and tuition fee are waived for nominated exchange students. You are still responsible for additional costs as specified by the host institution, such as housing. You will also be responsible for the cost of flights, visas (if applicable) and other general cost of living while abroad.

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Visit the FISS website here

Exchange vs. Non-Exchange:

There are two different ways to apply for this program: Exchange and Non-exchange. This page is for the Summer School Exchange application only. Click here for the Summer School (Non-Exchange) information. Please read these instructions carefully, and only apply to one of them:

In a Summer School Exchange, each host institution allocates a limited number of spots for U of T students, and the Centre for International Experience (CIE) selects students to fill these spaces. You apply through Mobility Online and are selected internally by CIE. If chosen, you will be formally nominated to the host institution for their summer program. Spaces are limited and not guaranteed.

Fees
Nominated students must pay the tuition & incidental fees to U of T by the Summer Payment Deadline. You can find the summer tuition information on the Fees & Payments page. While tuition is paid to U of T, you are still responsible for additional costs as specified by the host institution, such as housing, excursions, and administrative fees. You will also be responsible for the cost of flights, visas (if applicable) and other general cost of living while abroad.

Students will be eligible to apply for the needs-based IE Award.

Transfer Credit
Exchange students must have their courses formally pre-assessed and approved for transfer credit before their departure. CIE Learning Abroad will send instructions on this process once you are selected.

If you wish to find more Summer Exchange Programs, please search the “Find Your Experience” tool here. To Learn more about Independent Summer School options, find more information here.

When participating in a Summer School (non-exchange), you apply directly to the host institution, independently of CIE Learning Abroad.

Transfer Credit
Courses at a Summer School (non-exchange) may be available for transfer credit at U of T, however, your faculty must pre-approve the courses you plan to take abroad. It is your responsibility to consult with your Faculty Registrar’s office regarding eligibility requirements for transfer credits for independent (non-exchange) summer programs. There is no guarantee that transfer credit requests will be approved. There is typically a fee for applying for transfer credit.

Please see the Transfer Credit process for your Faculty:

Faculty of Arts & Science (St. George)
UTM
UTSC
Applied Science and Engineering: Students are required to reach out to their Academic advisor if considering these opportunities

Fees
You will pay tuition to the host institution at the rates listed on their website. Some institutions offer discounts for U of T students. Review costs carefully and confirm the currency used when prices are listed. You will also be responsible for other costs such as accommodation, meals, visas, insurance, etc. You will not be registered as a U of T student during the summer semester and you will not pay U of T tuition.

Students are eligible to apply for the needs-based IE+ Award. Please note that the processing time takes up to six weeks. If you are eligible to receive an IE Award+, your award will only be paid after all Safety Abroad Requirements are completed. You will not receive funds until you arrive at the site of your program.

Safety Abroad
Complete the Safety Abroad Requirements (including both Safety Abroad Registry and Workshop) 4 weeks prior to departure. Proof of completion is typically required when applying for transfer credit through your home faculty. Only students who complete all Safety Abroad requirements are eligible for IE+ Award.

How to Apply
Application deadlines and requirements are set by the host institution. Apply directly on the host institution’s website. See a list of options here.

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