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Admissions
Admission requirements are different for each program. We’re here to assist you as you prepare your application with your academic credentials and proof of English language proficiency. International applicants are urged to apply as early as possible to ensure there is sufficient time to obtain a study permit/student visa.
Admission requirements
Diploma and degree programs
- Secondary or high school transcripts with proof of graduation, subjects taken and grades received
- Math and English credits are required at the Grade 12 level
- Program-specific admissions requirements can be found on your program page
Graduate certificates
- College or university transcripts with proof of graduation, subjects taken and grades received
- Resumé outlining work/volunteer/internship experiences
- Letter of intent stating reason for applying
Note: some programs may have additional requirements. Please refer to individual programs.
Requirements by country
English language proficiency
The language of instruction at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú is English. In addition to the academic admission requirements, all applicants for whom English is not their first language and/or are coming from countries where English is not an official language, must provide proof of language proficiency.
Learn about language proficiency requirements, explore acceptable language tests, and review countries in which English is an official primary language.
Applicants must meet ONE of the following criteria to meet ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú’s language proficiency requirements:
- Must have completed three full years of study at the secondary school (high school) level in English in a country where English is a primary language (four years are required for BScN, Pharmacy Technician and Addictions: Treatment and Prevention. Study must be in Canada only for Pharmacy Technician) OR
- Must have completed one full year of study in an accredited postsecondary program in English in a country where English is a primary language (not applicable to BScN, Pharmacy Technician and Addictions: Treatment and Prevention) OR
- Must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or Canadian provincial equivalent) and English credit (Grade 12 U, M or C) issued by a public or Catholic school board (not applicable to BScN, Pharmacy Technician and Addictions: Treatment and Prevention) OR
- Provide proof of graduation from one of the authorized ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú partner school pathway programs (not applicable to BScN or Pharmacy Technician) OR
- Must have completed three years of study at a secondary private school in Ontario and received an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and English credit (Grade 12 U, M or C)
If you’re applying through the  (SDS) program, please note the following test scores:
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System Academic): 6.0 overall band score, with no band lower than 6.0
- CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Test): Minimum overall score of 60
- PTE (Pearson Test of English Academic): Minimum overall score of 60
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language iBT): Minimum overall score of 83
For programs listing a higher test requirement, the higher score will be required for admissions. Priority for admission will be given to those who meet SDS requirements. . Please note, only IELTS is eligible if the application was received prior to Aug 10, 2023.
If you don’t meet any of the above criteria, you’ll be required to submit an acceptable English language proficiency test with the appropriate score. Final admission will not be granted until this requirement has been met. English language tests older than two years will not be considered.
Acceptable language tests include, but are not limited to:
Examinations | Diploma/certificate | HBSN/ HBNA | Pharmacy Technician | Degree studies | Addictions: Treatment and Prevention | Graduate certificate |
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* | 110 | 140 | N/A | 120 | N/A | 130 |
TOEFL internet-based test (IBT) | 79 | 89** | N/A | 89** | N/A | 89** |
TOEFL paper-based test | 550 | 580 | N/A | 580 | N/A | 580 |
IELTS Academic only | 6.0 | 7.0 | Minimum bands of: 7.0 in Reading 7.0 in Listening 7.0 in Speaking 6.5 in Writing | 6.5 | 7.0 | 6.5 |
YELT | 1-5 | 1-4 | N/A | 1-5 | N/A | 1-5 |
TOEIC (Public Test) | 800 | N/A | N/A | 850 | N/A | 850 |
Graduate of Level 8 of ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú’s GAAS – English for Academic Purposes | 60% in certificate or completion of level 8 with 70% or higher | N/A | N/A | Completion of Level 8 with 75% or higher | Completion of Level 8 with 80% or higher | Completion of Level 8 with 80% or higher |
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL)/CAEL Online | 60 | N/A | N/A | 60*** | N/A | 60*** |
Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE) | 58 | N/A | N/A | 61 | N/A | 61 |
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE) | 170 | N/A | N/A | 175 | N/A | 175 |
*Duolingo will forward your test results directly to ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú.
** Require minimum bands of 22 in writing and 22 in speaking
***Minimum bands of 50
Note: ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú’s Pharmacy Technician program is accredited by the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP). CCAPP ensures that all accredited colleges meet the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) language proficiency. For more information, please refer to the .
Applicants who are residents or have studied (in English) in the countries listed below, are not required to present proof of English language proficiency (not applicable to Pharmacy Technician):
Countries | |
A | Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia |
B | Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands |
C | Cameroon, Canada, Cayman Islands, Cook Islands |
D | Dominica |
F | Falkland Islands, Fiji |
G | Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana |
I | Ireland |
J | Jamaica |
K | Kenya, Kiribati |
L | Lesotho, Liberia |
M | Malawi, Malta, Mauritius |
N | Namibia, Nauru, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria |
P | Papua New Guinea, Philippines |
R | Rwanda |
S | St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Swaziland |
T | Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos |
U | Uganda, United Kingdom, United States of America |
Z | Zambia, Zimbabwe |
Apply now
1. Apply
- We encourage applicants to apply as early as possible.
- All international student applications must be submitted through the International Application System (IAS), where program availability is located.
- Applications are accepted year-round, subject to program availability.
- Please note, due to volume of applications, your program may be available at time of application, but the program may be closed at time of assessment.
2. Provide documentation
- Original or certified copies of English language proficiency test scores, academic records and any other documentation must be uploaded in IAS.Original or certified paper copies are not required unless requested as part of the admissions process.
- Applicants need to show proof of graduation, subjects taken and grades received.
- Applicants who are not graduating until later in the year should send current transcripts along with mid-term grades.
- Applicants applying through the Study Direct Stream (SDS) program from Antigua and Barbuda, Brazil, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, India, Morocco, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Senegal, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, or Vietnam should note that the SDS IELTS requirements are 6.0 with no score less than 6.0 in any of the four bands. For programs listing a higher IELTS requirement, the higher score will be required for admissions. Priority for applicants will be given to those who meet SDS requirements. Visit the for a complete list of SDS requirements.
Accept your offer
You or your representative will receive an automated email from IAS regarding any further action required or an admission decision.
After receiving this email, accept the offer by following these steps:
- Login to the
- Confirm your offer of admission by accepting the pre-admissions invoice (this MUST be done before paying the deposit)
- Pay the non-refundable deposit of $2,500 CAD by the due date indicated on your Pre-Admission Invoice to confirm your seat in the program
- Â Upon receipt of your deposit, your official letter of acceptance (LOA) will appear in your IAS application (providing applicant has met all requirements)
- ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú will request a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) for you from the Ontario government.
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Note: Each student will only be given one provincial attestation letter, and once it is issued it cannot be changed or reissued. The information provided on your Letter of Acceptance (LOA) is the same information that will be included on your PAL. Please ensure you have verified your personal details on your LOA, including your full name, date of birth, address and ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú program and student number. If any information on your LOA needs to be updated, please contact the International Admissions team at reginternational@georgiancollege.ca promptly to request a revised LOA before we request a PAL on your behalf.ÌýÌý
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- Once ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú receives your approved PAL from the Ontario government, we will upload it to your IAS application and notify you via email.
- Submit your study permit application and include your Letter of Acceptance (LOA), PAL and payment receipt, along with all other documents required for the application. Learn more about how to apply for a study permit.
Defer your program
Eligible international applicants starting their first semester at the college may request a deferral to the same program to the next available intake through the IAS portal. Please visit  for eligibility requirements.
Change your program
Eligible international applicants who are starting their first semester at the college and who have paid the full tuition deposit may request a program change for the current intake by submitting an inquiry through . Please view the  for the full policy on program change.
Expired offers
If your offer is expired, you will have to contact your admissions officer to find out if there are still seats available in the program. ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú reserves the right to refuse payments received after the deadline.
Apply for study permit/visa
Submit your study permit application and include your Letter of Acceptance (LOA), PAL and payment receipt, along with all other documents required for the application.
Some countries require a study permit and a visa.
If your program has a co-op, field placement, field training, industry placement, practicum, clinical placement, practical experience or internship, you will need a work permit to complete your program.
Important: It is critical that your ) is completed and linked to your study and work permit application before you arrive in Canada. This will help prevent permit restrictions which may stop you from participating in placements or work activities related to healthcare, childcare, or education. Having such restrictions can severely impact your ability to fulfill your program requirements and achieve your academic and professional goals. Please see the Placement Office page for more details.
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Note: The application process could take between four to six months.
To view the designated learning institute number for ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú, visit the  for an institution list and further information.
If your study permit application is refused, a full refund will be issued if proof of the refusal is submitted within the first 10 working days of the term.
Other documentation
Clinical and field placement forms
It is the student’s responsibility to complete and submit all records and documents as requested by the program area. These documents are required prior to the start of registration in order to ensure your placement and to allow participation in clinical and field placement facilities. The college assumes no responsibility for these matters and students should be aware that we are unable to refund tuition in the event that access to a placement is denied. Review the documents by program (primarily for Health, Wellness and Sciences and Human Services).
Environmental programs requirements
The Environmental Technician (ENTN) and Environmental Technology (ENVR) programs strongly suggest that students have their driver’s licence prior to co-op work term one (the summer between semesters two and three). For application purposes, having a licence prior to applying to co-op work term positions during semester two is strongly recommended. Many employers require a full G licence and will screen applicants based on this.
Register for courses
Full fees must be paid in order to register for courses.
To be eligible to register for classes, the following conditions must be met:
- you are admitted into a program (final or conditional);
- your non-refundable tuition deposit is fully paid;
- full semester fees are paid; and
- proof of your approved study visa/port of entry is received.
Upload your proof of visa status to your application in the IAS system. If an agent submitted the application on your behalf, they will also be required to complete this step.
Important notes
- Your registration date will occur about one month before the start of each term. This date is important because it is when you’re guaranteed a full-time timetable.
- Understanding when your registration window opens is essential before you can select a timetable. To guarantee a complete full-time timetable, you must register online during the registration window for your program.
- When the add/drop period opens, registration opens to all students and there can be difficulty registering into full-time timetables; full-time timetables are not guaranteed.
- You are strongly encouraged to register prior to your arrival in Canada to maximize course availability.
- For additional questions on registration, please see our register for courses webpage.
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Whether you’re an applicant interested in studying at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú, an international student in need of guidance, or an individual looking to explore opportunities abroad, don’t hesitate to reach out to our International Education and Development office. We’re here to support you throughout your academic journey!
Contact information
Segal International Centre
C279, Barrie Campus
705.722.5158