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Diplomas (2 years)

Diploma programs help prepare you for a specific field of work and include a broad base of study, which enables graduates to pursue various career specialties.

Advanced Diplomas (3 years)

These programs help develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to enable graduates to work within a broad range of technical and/or management functions across many occupational disciplines.

Degrees (4 years)

Employers value the combination of theory and practical hands-on experience. Co-op terms, outstanding professors, applied research and joint programs with Canadian universities; you get the best of both worlds.

Graduate Certificates

The post graduate programs allow you to take your career up a level with a high-demand specialization.

Pembroke Campus

The Pembroke Waterfront Campus offers programs in Business, Technology, Health and Community Studies, and unique programs in Outdoor Training.

Perth Campus

The Perth Campus is located in the historic town of Perth, offering programs in Business, Community Studies, Advanced Technology and unique Trades programs.

General Arts and Science – English for Academic Purposes (EAP) (International)

Offered as a full-time program, Algonquin College’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) provides language training in an academic environment. All faculty members hold degrees and professional TESL certification. The program covers various levels of instruction, from beginner to advanced, with courses in speaking, reading, writing, listening, pronunciation and grammar.

Costs for the 2024/2025 Academic Year

• $7,800 CAD for 14 weeks (2 Levels) – default tuition fee amount for new applicants
• $3,900 CAD per level (7 weeks)

Please note: The fees listed are approximate.

EAP Placement Test

An Algonquin College placement test is required in to determine your EAP level unless you have a valid Duolingo, Academic IELTS or TOEFL score. Applicants without one of these valid test scores will be required to pay an additional $50 for the on-campus Algonquin College placement, or $85 for the remote test, prior to starting EAP. How to book your EAP placement test.

EAP Levels

There are a total of 8 Pre-EAP and EAP Levels from beginner to advanced. Each level takes 7 weeks to complete.

• Pre-EAP 1
• Pre-EAP 2
• EAP Levels 1-6

To complete all 8 levels of EAP, it will take approximately 16 months. Your IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo or Algonquin College placement test will determine the level you will enter at the start of your studies. Students cannot skip levels.

All academic programs require successful completion of either Level 5 or Level 6, with specific grade requirements. Please refer to your Letter of Acceptance for the level and grade requirement or ask for clarification on your application portal.

You can estimate how many levels of EAP you might need to enter the academic program by referring to the following level placement chart based on TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo/PTE-A scores. Please note that this chart is for reference only and your starting EAP level will be determined by the College after submission of your official score.

TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo/PTE-A for EAP Level Placement

EAP – International Program Dates 2024

EAP – International Program Dates 2025

Short-Term Study

Are you considering studying abroad? Are you looking for an experience in Canada? Come join us at Algonquin College to gain study and gain academic experience in an area related to your current studies. Not only can it provide you with an opportunity to gain an international perspective in your field but it also provides you the opportunity to expand your horizons, meet new people and experience a new culture. Canada is known for high quality, internationally recognized education. Boasting a multicultural society, Canada is a great place to study and work. Ottawa, the capital of Canada has all the advantages of a big city, while remaining safe, clean, and easy to navigate.

From the federal government to high-tech companies, from the Byward Market to music festivals, Canada’s capital city offers you a unique combination of employment opportunities and pastimes. And, we are in the heart of it all! We have a campus in Ottawa waiting to welcome you! An international experience can help you acquire the skills today’s employers are looking for. When you are able to put an international work experience on your resume you demonstrate to employers that you are confident, flexible and adaptable, that you have problem-solving skills, and have strong communication skills and that you are able to work across cultures and with diverse groups of people.

Algonquin College’s Incoming Study Abroad program is available to students who are currently studying at a postsecondary institution outside of Canada. Study Abroad students are able to study at Algonquin College for a maximum of 18 months as non-credential seeking students. Credit for courses that are successfully completed are often transferable towards the degree from their home institution. Students can create a study plan that works for them, ranging from 4 to 18 months in length, depending on the combination of studies you choose. Options include English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and upper level academic courses in a variety of academic fields. View our Program Overview to learn more!