Introduction
Brochure 2012
Bishop’s is a small university with a big mission: to help students reach their potential and prepare them well for their next steps in life.
At Bishop’s we are committed to providing the very best learning experience and opportunities for our students. The hallmarks of our challenging academic programs are small classes and close interactions between students and faculty. We complement the learning that happens in the classroom with internships, co-op programs and practica that provide new experiences outside of class. Our vibrant arts scene and over 100 clubs, teams and student organizations make Bishop’s a place where students can find outlets for creative expression, develop leadership skills, and build life-long friendships.
We believe that, in addition to living in a closely knit campus community, students should become responsible global citizens. With more than ten percent of our students coming from outside of Canada, over 500 university exchange partners around the world, and numerous programs with an international focus, Bishop’s opens up a world of opportunities.
A Bishop’s education prepares students for the world of today and tomorrow. That’s why, for generations, Bishop’s graduates have gone on to succeed in all walks of life – business, the arts, politics, education, law and medicine are just a few. Their success is Bishop’s success.
If you are new to the Bishop’s community, I offer you my warmest welcome. If you are a recent graduate or a long-time alum, then I ask you to please keep in touch, return to campus often, and share the story of your own Bishop’s experience with everyone you can.
- Principal Michael Goldbloom
Program City
Lennoxville is a small, bilingual town of 5000 and one of the most beautiful rural areas of Canada. Bishop's is only five minutes from Sherbrooke, a predominantly French-speaking city of more than 100,000 people. For those of all backgrounds, our bilingual environment offers a truly enriching opportunity. Montreal is less than two-hours away and can be reached by car or bus. Ottawa, Toronto, Quebec City, New York and Boston are within a half day's drive. Several nearby lakes and ski resorts add up to Bishop's numerous recreational opportunities including downhill/cross-country skiing, and horseback riding.
Institution
Bishop's University, founded in 1843, is an English-speaking institution whose primary concern is to offer quality education to undergraduate students in the humanities, education, social sciences, natural sciences, and business administration. Students enjoy facilities such as: a theatre which offers various dramatic productions, concerts and films; an art gallery with frequent exhibitions; a sports complex with tennis and squash courts, indoor and outdoor pools, gymnasium, weight training room, martial arts space and dance studio. Annual enrollment is approximately 2,500 students. At Bishop's a major emphasis is placed on personal contact between faculty and students through small classes and frequent use of seminars and laboratories.
Academic Calendar
Exchange students take a full semester of courses--12 hours or more at Bishop's. Semester (fall or spring) and academic year options are available. Students remain eligible for UNI financial aid and the Study Abroad Scholarship.
Fall semester:
Christmas break:
Semester break:
Spring semester:
Easter Holiday: A
Summer holiday:
Program Cost
UNI students pay UNI tuition and fees (in-state or out-of-state) plus the study abroad fee to participate. The program cost does not include housing, food, books and supplies, round-trip air transportation (if applicable), international health insurance, and personal expenses.
Participants should expect to pay about $324 per month for a double room and $367 for a single room, other housing options are also available. Meal plans range from $250 up to 367 a month.
Tales From Abroad
Be the first to share your experience in Canada!
