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Conestoga College
International Education Office
299 Doon Valley Drive
Kitchener, Ontario,
■ Completed application form Canada N2G 4M4

Tel. 519.748.3556
■ Original transcript required Fax. 519.748.5926
wwed@conestogac.on.ca
www.conestogac.on.ca
■ Application processing fee of $100 CDN
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Admission Requirements International Education – Application Form
1. A
 n Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent (usually graduation from secondary

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school in most countries)
to Conestoga College 2. Grade 12 mathematics or equivalent (usually mathematics at the senior level in
secondary school)
Personal Information
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3. Grade 12 English or equivalent (usually English at the senior level in secondary school or a Last Name (Surname or Family name):
and Advanced Learning. Every year students choose Conestoga ❍ Mr ❍ Ms ❍ Mrs ❍ Miss

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because of its reputation for educational excellence and com- TOEFL score 550 (IBT 79) with a TWE of 4.5 or an IELTS overall band of 6.0 with no bands
less than 5.5 for Diploma programs and an overall band of 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0
mitment to helping students reach their personal and academic First (Given) Name: Middle (Second) Name:
for Post Graduate/Degree programs
goals. Conestoga College was founded in 1967. We are located
Students who do not have the required English language skills will find the ESL/English
in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada’s largest and most diverse province,
Language Studies Program offered through the Conestoga Language Institute, the best way of Date of Birth: Country of Citizenship:
and we provide an unparalleled educational experience.
obtaining these skills.
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Conestoga has consistently been ranked among Ontario’s top
colleges. The College is well-recognized for its career-oriented Documents Required for International Student Admission Mailing Address
Degree programs in Applied Technology, Applied Health Sciences 1. Completed Conestoga College International Application Form available online at:
Street Address (include street number and name, post office box number, apartment number):
and International Business Management. We also offer Diploma http://www.conestogac.on.ca/international/app/appform.jsp
and Certificate programs in Business Administration, Engineering 2. A
 ll secondary and post-secondary transcripts and certificates (in English or translated
Technology, Information Technology, Health Sciences and into English*) City: Province/State:
Community Services. 3. Copy of TOEFL/TWE (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English
Language Testing System) examination results or,
Postal Code: Country:
4. Indicate that you wish admission to the ESL/English Language Studies Program on
your application.
*All translated documents must be notarized and included with the original non-translated documents. Telephone Number: Fax Number:

Application Process Email Address:

1. Complete the ‘International Education – Application Form’
a. If applying to the ELS program, indicate your preferred start date
b. If applying to Post secondary programs indicate your top 2 program choices and the Would you like the College to communicate Is English your first language? ❍ Yes ❍ No
program start date directly with your agent? ❍ Yes ❍ No If NO, have you taken any English tests
2. Attach original required transcripts (including TOEFL/TWE or IELTS)
(ie: TOEFL, IELTS, CAEL)?
3. Forward your Application Processing fee of $100 CDN with your completed application to:
Agent Name: Test name: Score:
Conestoga College, International Education Office
299 Doon Valley Drive,
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada N2G 4M4
Tel. 519.748.3556 Fax. 519.748.5926
Program Selection
What Happens Next? ESL/English Language Studies Program ❍ Yes ❍ No
Estimated processing times: Start Date: ❍ September ❍ October* ❍ January ❍ March* ❍ May ❍ June
a. ESL only application – Letters of Acceptance issued within 24 hours Note: *Only available for admission to the English Language Studies Program
b. Post-secondary program application – Letter of Acceptance issued within 10 working days
for most programs Post Secondary Programs (Diploma, Degree, and Post Graduate) Start Date
Once you receive your Letter of Acceptance:
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1. C
 onfirm your acceptance with the International Office as outlined in the Letter of Acceptance Program Choice 1: ❍ September ❍ January ❍ May
2. Contact your local Canadian Immigration office and apply for your study permit
3. Include your letter of acceptance with your study permit application
Program Choice 2: ❍ September ❍ January ❍ May

How Can I Pay My Tuition Fees? Note: If Applicants are fully qualified for their program choice in all areas except their English Language skills, they will be required to complete the
1. Remit an international money order, bank draft or certified cheque made payable to ESL/English Language Studies Program.

Tear off completed application.

‘Conestoga College’ and return this to the International Education Office or,
2. Request an electronic transfer from the bank of your choice to:
Conestoga College through: I certify that the above information is true and complete. I understand that any false or incomplete information
Royal Bank of Canada, 600 Fairway Road South, submitted in support of my application may invalidate my application.
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Bank 003; Transit S/B 02512; Account # 000-001-8 Signature of Applicant Date:
Swift Code: ROYCCAT2; Routing Number: 021 000 021 DD MM YYYY

“…In the ESL Program in just
one year, I completed level
two, level three and level
four…The ESL program at
Conestoga College provides
a good environment for
students studying English…”
Weina
“As an international student
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Conestoga College is dedi-
cated to creating exciting and
flexible degree completion
opportunities for its current
and prospective students.
There are many degree
completion opportunities
available, The University
of Windsor (Canada),
Northwood University
(USA) and The University of
Western Sydney (Australia)
to name a few! So why not
turn your College credentials
into a degree or advanced
degree! Visit our website for
further Degree completion
opportunities.
at Conestoga College, it is
always nice to have a place
where I feel welcomed and
secure at all times. Studying
here has re-enforced the
belief that the students are
always Conestoga College’s
highest priority.”
 Kentaro, Mechanical
Engineering Technology
Post-Secondary Programs at Conestoga
*Co-op programs
Bachelor Degrees Studies
•  ccounting, Audit, and Information Technology*
A • Interior Decorating
• Architecture – Project and Facility • Journalism – Broadcast
Management* • Journalism – Print
• Public Relations
• Law and Security Administration
• Community and Criminal Justice*
• Manufacturing Engineering Technology –
• Health Informatics Management*
Welding and Robotics
• Integrated Telecommunication and Computer
Technologies*
• Media and Communications Fundamentals
• Mechanical Engineering Technician –
• International Business Management*
• Mechanical Systems Engineering*
Automated Manufacturing*
• Mechanical Engineering Technology –
Diplomas/Certificates
Automated Manufacturing*
Design and Analysis*
•
•
Advertising
Architecture – Construction Engineering
Robotics and Automation*
• Occupational Therapist Assistant/
Technology
• Aviation – General Arts and Science
Physiotherapist Assistant
• Office Administration – Executive
• Biotechnology Technician • Office Administration – General
• Broadcast – Radio • Personal Support Worker
• Broadcast – Television • Practical Nursing
• Business – Insurance* • Public Relations
• Business Administration – • Recreation and Leisure Services
Accounting • Respiratory Therapy
Financial Planning • Social Services
Management
• Software Engineering Technician
Marketing
Materials & Operations Management • Software Engineering Technology
• Business Foundations • Technology Foundations
• Business – Marketing • Visual Merchandising Arts
• Civil Engineering Technology • Welding Engineering Technician
• Computer Engineering Technology • Woodworking Technician
• Computer Programmer • Woodworking Technology*
• Computer Programmer/Analyst
• Culinary Fundamentals
Post Graduate Program
• Culinary Management* •  ccounting and Information Technology
A
• Culinary Skills – Chef Training* • Applied Health Informatics*
• Design and Communications Fundamentals • Career Development Practitioner
• Dietetic Technician • Computer Applications Development*
• Early Childhood Education • Environmental Engineering Applications*
• Electrical Engineering Technician • Event Management
• Electrical Engineering Technology
• Financial Planning Services
• Electronics Engineering Technician
• Global Business Management
• Electronics Engineering Technology –
• Human Resources Management
Telecommunications Systems • Information Management for Health Care*
• Environmental – Civil Engineering Technology
• Integrated Marketing Communications
• Fitness and Health Promotion
• Media Sales
• General Arts and Science – Diploma Option
• New Media: Convergence (Electronic/Print
• General Arts and Science: English Language
Journalism)
Studies
• Professional Accounting Practice
• General Arts and Science – One-Year
• Teaching English As A Second Language
• General Business
• Videography – Broadcast Journalism/
• Health Science Foundations – General Arts and
Documentary
Science Health Option
• Hearing Instrument Specialist
• Hospitality and Tourism Management*
• Hospitality Management – Hotel and
Restaurant*
• Hospitality Operations – Food and Beverage
• Information Technology Support Services*
• Intensive English Language for Academic
The Conestoga Language Institute Scholarships for International Students!
Designed for students with little or no knowledge of English.
The Conestoga Language Institute offers an English for Level 1 Students who begin Level 1 and intend to pursue further aca- Conestoga College has strengthened its commitment to international students
Academic Studies program designed for students who want demic studies should plan to take a minimum of four semesters and is proud to offer IELTS International Student Entrance Scholarships!
(four months per semester).
to acquire English language skills for entry into post-secondary • 3 IELTS International Student Entrance Scholarships ($3,000 CDN) for eligible
Intended for students who have previously studied English.
programs at Conestoga College. English for Academic Studies Level 2–4 Progression from one level to the next is based on academic applicants applying to a full time College post-secondary program.
program is an ESL program with an academic focus. It provides performance. Most students spend one semester (four months)
in each level. • 4 International Student Scholarships for existing students enrolled at
an opportunity for students to acquire the listening, speaking, Conestoga College in full time studies.
Students will have achieved the English requirement for enroll-
reading, and writing skills needed for post-secondary studies. Graduate
ing in most post-secondary programs at Conestoga College.
For complete scholarship details, please visit our website or contact the
International Office directly.
ESL Tuition – International Student Fees International Tuition Fees
Estimated cost for an academic year in CDN (2 semesters or 8 months)
Working Opportunities for International Students
*These start dates are currently only available to International Students.
1. Tuition: Diploma/Post-Grad/Certificate $ 10,500 On Campus – International students can seek part time employment on campus
Start Date Sept, Jan, May Oct,* Mar,* Jun*
Duration (months) 4 2 Degree Program** $ 12,500  ff Campus – Once you have completed six months of study in your post-sec-
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2. Incidental Fees* $ 1,300
Course Fee $CDN $ 4,900 $ 2,450 ondary program at Conestoga, you may be eligible to work off campus!
(**incidental fees for degree programs higher)
College Incidental Fees $ 350 $ 175 3. Accomodation† $ 5,850 Co-op Work terms – After completing your first year in a post-secondary
Mandatory Health Insurance $ 220 $ 110 4. Transportation‡ $ 394 program you can apply to enter into the co-op program and participate
Homestay $650/month $ 2,600 $ 1,300
Total Estimated Cost: in work placements
Total Cost $ 8,070 $ 4,035 Diploma/Post Grad/Certificate $ 18,044
(estimate) Post Graduation – Once you graduate from your post-secondary program at
Degree $ 20,444
The above prices are estimates and subject to change Conestoga you can apply for a post graduate work permit and may be eligible
* This includes: health insurance and prescription drug plan, student activities,
alumni services, graduation fee, athletic services, student ID, technology fee, to work for up to 3 years in Canada!
locker, etc.
† This fee is based on an eight month stay in Homestay. An alternative is
the College’s student residence which is approx. $5,750 for 2 semesters or
International Student Services
8 months and does not include meals. ($250 deposit required) Your new home: The international office offers a complete and comprehensive range of services
‡ Our local transit service offers a semester Student Pass for unlimited bus use.
Kitchener, Ontario to all international students.
• A
 clean and safe commu- Airport Transfers (Pickup)
nity in the Waterloo Region Airport pick up service is available from Toronto’s Pearson International Airport
known as the Canadian to the student’s accommodation in the Conestoga College area.
Technology Triangle with
Free Accommodation Arrangements
a growing population of
Conestoga College helps new students arrange their initial accommodation in
500,000 people.
Homestay or the College residence.
• One of the country’s friend-
liest and most livable cities. Free Banking Assistance
A representative from the International Education Office is available to assist
• One of the fastest grow-
students to open a bank account.
ing metropolitan areas in
Canada offering a vibrant Orientation Program
cultural life. The Orientation Program for new international students includes a tour of the
campus and provides students with information about the services available
• Offers over a hundred kilo-
at Conestoga. It is an important introduction to the College and is intended to
metres of community trails
make new students feel at home in their new surroundings.
that are suitable for walk-
ing, jogging and bicycling Social Activities and Trips
throughout the year. The College offers many events and activities for international students.
• T
 he place to be for enter- These activities help students meet new friends, experience Canadian culture
tainment and enjoyment, and make the most of their Conestoga College experience.
culture and cuisine, history International Student Advisors
and hospitality! International Student Advisors are available in
the International Education Office to assist
students with: health insurance, time-
tables, immigration questions, student
Canada visa extensions and much more.