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HIGHER STUDIES IN CANADA - ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The basic
admission requirement for postsecondary programs in the Ontario College system
is one of the following:
- Ontario
Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
- Any lesser
minimum admission requirement as established by a college on a
program-specific basis.
Priority of
Admission
For over-subscribed programs, applicants will be accepted in the following
priority:
- Permanent
residents of Ontario
- Permanent
residents of other provinces and territories in Canada
- Applicants
from other countries
Mature
applicants
Applicants who have NOT obtained an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD),
or equivalent, AND who will be 19 years of age by the program start date, may
be considered for admission to the colleges as mature students. Mature student
status will be considered on an individual basis and testing may be conducted
for an evaluation of their academic potential. Mature applicants must also
meet the specific program requirements in order to be accepted.
Post Diploma Programs
These are post-secondary programs designed to provide additional or advanced
occupational skills to enhance an existing level of knowledge for which a
certificate, diploma or degree has been granted. Post-diploma programs require
a one-year community college certificate, a two-or-three-year community
college diploma, or partial or completed university degree, or proven related
experience in the chosen field.
International Applicants
International
students applying for programs taught in English, whose first language is
not English, should submit the results of an English language proficiency
test such as TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) , IELTS
(International English Language Testing System) or another
internationally-recognized language test. These Results should be sent with
your application form. Please use the OCAS Institution Code 0211 when taking
the TOEFL test.
To arrange for your English language assessment test, please contact:
Educational Testing Services
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Rosedale Road
Princeton, New Jersey
U.S.A. 08541
Web:
http://www.toefl.org E-mail: etsinfo@ets.org
OR
International English Language Testing System Test Service
Conestoga College of Applied Art and Technology
299 Doon Valley Drive
Kitchener, Ontario
Canada N2G 4M4
If you are
applying for programs taught in French, you may be required to complete a
test of French language proficiency.Some colleges may also ask you to take a
college language assessment before being accepted as a full-time student in
a post-secondary program. Contact the International Office at the college
you wish to attend to find out what test and score is required there.
What if I need to improve my language skills?.
Many colleges offer both short- and long-term English as a Second Language
programs to assist those students whose language skills are not yet adequate
for post-secondary study. If your language skills need improvement, the
colleges may give you a conditional acceptance into the post-secondary
program that interests you, with the requirement that you complete English
language training before you begin your post-secondary studies.Contact the
International Office at the college you wish to attend for information on
the English language programs offered.
Ontario
Colleges
You can still apply to a college in Ontario even if you don’t live in
Canada. The information we’ve provided here will help you get started but we
do advise you to contact the colleges you are considering as well as
Citizenship and Immigration Canada for student visa information. Most
Canadian Embassy or consulate offices have Ontario college publications. In
some countries there are also Canadian Education Centres where you can
research study opportunities in Canada.
Programs offered at Ontario colleges:
- many one-,
two- and three-year diploma programs in the areas of business, applied
arts, health sciences, hospitality and tourism, human services and
technology.
-
post-graduate certificates in many subject areas.
- most
colleges also offer English as a Second Language programs to assist
students whose language skills are not yet adequate for post-secondary
study.
Most of the
colleges have an International Office. Staff may be able to answer your
questions and assist you with such things as:
- specific
admission requirements and course content
- arranging
transportation to and from the airport
- finding a
place to live (whether homestay with a Canadian family, renting an
apartment of living in residence).
- orientation
to the college and community,
- banking
needs, translation of legal documents and counselling.
Some colleges
charge additional fees for services provided to international students.
What documentation do I need to bring with me when I come to Canada to
study?
When you arrive in Canada, immigration officials will ask to see these
documents:
- Student
authorization (Form IMM1208-see above for more information)
- Passport
(depending on your home country)
- Visitor visa
if required
- All letters
and papers used to obtain your student authorization
Can I come
to Canada as a visitor and then attend college in Ontario?
No. If you plan to attend college during a stay in Canada, you should make
the necessary arrangements before you leave your home country.
How do I get a student authorization? Once you've received a letter
of acceptance from an Ontario college, you need to apply for a student
authorization (Form IMM1208) at the nearest Canadian Citizenship and
Immigration office. To do this, you need:
- A valid
passport, in most cases (Click here to see if students from your home
country need a visa in order to study in Canada)
- A letter of
acceptance from the college stating the course of study, including start
and end dates
- Proof that
you have enough money to support yourself and your dependents during your
entire stay in Canada
- A letter
from your sponsoring organization, if you are being sponsored
- A medical
clearance and/or security clearance, if necessary, depending on your home
country
Note: There is
a $125 (in Canadian funds) application fee to apply for a student visa
authorization.
Meeting the immigration requirements
The federal government regulates the admission of foreign students to
Canada. The regulations governing international students are subject to
change. The information presented below is intended only as a guide to help
you as you plan for your college studies in Ontario.
Special
Admission Requirements for higher Studies in Canada
Applicants are responsible to ensure they complete any special prerequisites
required for admission (such as specific courses, essays, medical forms, or
testing). These requirements are listed as admission requirements in the
individual college calendars. The Office of the Registrar will inform
applicants of any changes to the admission requirements if they are not
contained in recent publications and on college web sites. Special selection
techniques used by the colleges will also be stated in all college
publications.
Prior Learning Assessment (and Recognition) (PLA(R))
Individuals with significant work and/or life experience can have their skills
and knowledge assessed for course credits toward a college credential. Prior
Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) uses a variety of tools to help
adult learners reflect on, identify, articulate and demonstrate learning
acquired through study, work and other life experiences that are not
recognized through the formal transfer of credit or advanced academic
standing. PLAR evaluates past learning against established academic standards
so that credit can be awarded.
Prior Learning Assessment Methods for higher studies in Canada
In Ontario’s Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology, the PLAR system
currently evaluates prior learning and relates it to existing courses through:
i. portfolio
assessment
a collection of materials that document prior learning
ii. challenge evaluation
variety of evaluation activities that demonstrate learning for credit in
specific courses
iii. examinations
evaluation of courses and programs taken outside the Ontario college system
Please refer to
the individual college calendars for the PLAR application process.
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