INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

780-539-2922
studentinfo@gprc.ab.ca
Fax 780-539-2888

Grande Prairie Regional College welcomes applications for admission from students from other countries
for fall semester beginning in September. Students applying later than April 1 may find they are unable to
obtain a student visa in time to begin classes in September. International student visa applicants
applying for admission to winter semester beginning in January may be considered for admission if they
are currently studying in another institution in Canada or the U.S.A.

Admission Requirements
International student visa applicants are considered for admission to programs at Grande Prairie Regional
College on the basis of
Completed application form
Full payment of non-refundable application fee of $120.00 Canadian
Receipt of official transcripts of secondary grades and any post-secondary transcripts
Notarized translations of all documents presented for admission that are not in English
Appropriate admission requirements for the program
English Language Proficiency
Proof of basic health care benefits

Prospective international (student visa) applicants from outside Canada who are accepted by the College
will receive a Letter of Admission. Students must submit the Letter of Admission to the appropriate
Canadian consulate or immigration officials in their home country in order to secure an official Student
Visa. All arrangements relating to immigration status and entry into Canada are the responsibility of the
student.

English Language Proficiency

The language of instruction and communication at Grande Prairie Regional College is English.
Regardless of your country of origin or citizenship status, if your native language is not English, you must
demonstrate proficiency in the English language before you will be considered for admission to any credit
course or credit program. This may be demonstrated in one of the following forms:
successful completion of the equivalent of two years of full-time study in an English language secondary
institution in Canada. The program must include English 30-1, English 33, or their equivalent, with a
minimum grade of 50 percent.
successful completion of a full year or more of course work, including an introductory course in English,
at an accredited post-secondary institution where English is the language of instruction.
presentation of a computer-based test score of 213, a paper-based test score of 550 or an internet-
based test score of 83 with no less than 20 in each part on the Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL). Results are valid for two years only.
successful completion of the Advanced level of English as a Second Language (ESL) taken at GPRC.
Results are valid for two years only. ESL programs from other recognized, accredited post-secondary
institutions will be considered on an individual basis.

If you do not meet the specific requirements outlined above, contact the Assistant Registrar, Admissions,
Office of the Registrar. Your written request for admission should be accompanied by supporting
documentation.

In addition to demonstrating English Language Proficiency, you must also present appropriate admission
requirements for your chosen program. If you are accepted, a letter of admission will be mailed to you.

Prospective students who do not meet any of the criteria for admission are encouraged to contact our
International Education Centre, which offers a number of ESL programs.

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Fee Payment Schedules
International students are required to have registration fees paid in full by the following dates:
May 1, for new students studying at the College for the first time
August 1, for students continuing their studies from the previous year.

Health Care Coverage

All students require health insurance while studying at Grande Prairie Regional College. International
students must have basic health care coverage from Alberta Health Care, health care from another
province or health insurance from a private provider. Students are responsible for obtaining their own
personal health care coverage. Students moving permanently to Alberta from another country or
students with a Student Authorization may contact Alberta Health Care at http://www.health.gov.ab.ca/ for
health care coverage and services, or check with the International Education Centre on campus.

Full time students in credit programs at the Grande Prairie campus are automatically enrolled in and are
required to pay for the Student Health and Dental Plan, which provides extended health and dental care
coverage.

International Education Centre

780-539-2945, Room M115
international@gprc.ab.ca
Fax 780-539-2791 or 780-539-2932
GPRC is actively recruiting students from around the world. The International Student Centre was
established to offer opportunities for students wishing to study English as a Second Language and to
prepare to write the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and the TOEIC (Test of English for
International Communication), and to recruit international students for programs throughout the College.
The Centre offers seven levels of English proficiency. In addition, the Centre offers students assistance
in finding accommodations and getting settled, and with the sometimes-confusing paperwork associated
with studying abroad.

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