International Brochure - Algonquin College

The Student EnvironmentAlgonquin provides a safe, supportive and vibrant learningenvironment, with all the services and facilities you need tobe successful.Algonquin offers:• Sports facilities, clubs & social activities• Accessible and efficient public transit right on campus• Full-service, on-campus health facilities• Counselors & academic advisors• Student lounges, cafeterias & cafés• Silent study rooms• Library and 24/7 computer labs• Wireless campus with a Mobile Learning CentreAccommodationsYou can choose to live on campus in our studentresidence, or off campus with a Canadian host family.You must make your own arrangements if you chooseto live off campus in your own apartment.Student Residence• 3-minute walk to school• Private, modern rooms with high-speed Internet access• 24-hour security & controlled access• Television and telephone are provided• On-site convenience store, movie and game rooms• 25 minutes from the city centreHomestay ProgramAlgonquin College partners with Canada HomestayInternational to provide safe and comfortable accommodationsfor in-coming students.• Live with a Canadian host family• Learn about the Canadian culture first-hand• Improve your English skills in a supportive environment• Includes a private bedroom and mealsWe invest in the best:• Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence• Advanced Technology Centre• Opto-Photonics Lab• Mobile Learning Centre• Nursing Simulation Lab• Transportation Technology Centre• Language Training Institute• Hospitality Training Centre• Student Commons—700-seat auditorium, forconcerts, theatrical productions, and lectures• Year-round soccer facility, with on-sitetherapy clinic and clubhouse

HOW TOAPPLY“I graduated from the UK with a bachelordegree. After a few years working full timein Vietnam, I decided to choose Canadato pursue my further studies. After a10 Steps to Apply1. Apply early! You will need time to apply for yourstudy permit.2. Apply online or download a Student ApplicationForm at: https://xweb.algonquincollege.com/FormIE/index.aspxPaper applications and support documentscan be mailed/faxed to:Algonquin CollegeInternational Admissions1385 Woodroffe AvenueOttawa, Ontario, Canada K2G 1V8Fax: 613-727-76653. Send your proof of high school graduation, finalmarks for the last two years, and a non-refundableapplication fee of $95 CAD.4. Review your program’s admission requirementsto ensure that you’ve included all of therequired documents. Details can be foundon our website, or by contacting us at:international@algonquincollege.com5. Look for your admission package to arrive2–4 weeks after we receive your application.6. Pay your fees on time to ensure you don’t loseyour spot! We strongly recommend that youpay your fees by bank transfer.7. Make your living arrangements as soon aspossible. You can apply for residence online.Homestay applicants should contact ouroffice for application details.lot of consideration, I chose to study apostgraduate certificate in AlgonquinCollege. After only two semesters, I canenter the work placement term as part ofthe study program. This will help me toearn some practical experience in Canadafor my future career.Ly Anh Thu – VietnamOrganizational Quality Management –postgraduate8. Take your Letter of Admission to the nearestCanadian Embassy, Consulate or High Commissionand apply for your Study Permit. Allow 2–4 monthsfor processing. Study Permit Application Forms andGuidelines can be downloaded at: www.cic.gc.ca9. Arrange for your travel. Plan to arrive on campusapproximately one week prior to the start of classesin order to attend the orientation sessions and allowtime to get to know your new environment.10. If you require Airport Service, please contact ouroffice with your travel itinerary two weeks beforeyour planned arrival date.Please note that some programs are highlycompetitive and may fill up quickly. Please checkyour program online! For highly competitive programs(HCP) offered in September we recommend that youapply before February 1 st .

Algonquin’sESL ProgramWith over 40 years of experience, the AlgonquinLanguage Institute offers English as a SecondLanguage (ESL) training throughout the year.Our professors offer customized instruction inreading, writing, grammar, comprehension andconversation.These skills are further enhanced with general educationcredits delivered at the higher levels, which canbe transferred into academic studies at the college.For entry into an academic program, you must proveyour English-language skills with successful completionof one of the following:Diploma Programs:• IELTS 6 with no bands less than 5.5• TOEFL 80 IBT—minimums of 20• Algonquin ESL Level 7 with B+Degrees and Postgraduate Studies:• IELTS 6.5 with no bands less than 6• TOEFL 88 IBT—Minimums of 22• Algonquin ESL Level 8Start and end dates:2013January 2 to February 22 June 24 to August 16February 25 to April 19 August 26 to October 18April 29 to June 21 October 21 to December 132014ESL Fast Facts• Study on campus alongside18,000 Canadian students• Access to campus facilities, studentresidences, cafeteria, library, andcomputer labs• Multimedia Language Lab• Start dates every eight weeks (January;March; May; June; August; October—see start/end date chart)• 8 instruction levels—beginner tohigh advanced• 1 level = 8 weeks• Conditional Offers of AdmissionJanuary 6 to February 28 June 30 to August 22March 3 to April 25 September 2 to October 24May 5 to June 27 October 27 to December 19Did you know that students can apply for conditional admission and upgrade theirEnglish skills at Algonquin prior to continuing into their academic program?

FEESRESIDENCE8-monthsACADEMIC YEAR16-weeksESL SESSION8-weeksESL SESSIONApplication fee $95.00 $95.00 $95.00Academic tuition $12,500–$16,000ESL tuition $4,908.00 $2,454.00Student Residence $6,820.00Refundable damage deposit $500.00Meal-Plan (Mandatory) $1,880.00Airport pick-up $80.00totAL with residence $21,500–$25,000HOMESTAYHomestay Application fee $175.00 $175.00 $175.00Homestay $775/month $6,200.00 $3,100.00 $1,550.00Homestay Refundable deposit $500.00 $500.00 $500.00Ariport pickup $95.00 $95.00 $95.00totAL with Homestay $20,000–$24,000 $8,653.00 $4,759.00Health insurance is included in all tuition. Fees are subject to change. Please check with the International Admissions Office.“Algonquin College is famous for itsreputation and reliability, located inthe heart of Ottawa, the beautiful andpeaceful capital. The modern facilitiesand equipment are very convenientfor students to study. Once arrived inCanada, Vietnamese students usuallychoose this college because of thereasonable tuition fees and the livingenvironment in Ottawa is the best forstudying and researching.”Thai Trong Hung – VietnamESL student

CONTACT USAlgonquin College1385 Woodroffe AvenueOttawa, Ontario, Canada K2G 1V8Email: international@algonquincollege.comwww.algonquincollege.com/internationalMembers ofInternational Education Centre Room C429Telephone: 613-727-4723, Ext. 7031Fax: 613-727-7665Email: international@algonquincollege.comWebwww.facebook.com/Algonquininternationalwww.twitter.com/@AlgonquinWorldwww.algonquinwithoutborders.blogspot.com

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