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- English Language Proficiency
- English Language Validity
- Conditional Admission through EAP
- Selection-based Programs Not Eligible for Conditional Acceptance
- Exemption from Providing Proof of English Proficiency
- Public College English Proficiency
- Pathway Language School English Proficiency
In order to be admitted into the program of your choice you must:
Please select your country of origin and credential of interest under the drop down tab in "See Credential Requirements" in order to view specific requirements for your country.
- Have graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent (those applying for a postgraduate program must have graduated from a university or college)
- Pay the non-refundable application fee (see Tuition Fees and Related Costs for International Students for application fees)
- Provide proof of English proficiency, if English is not the first language in your country. Please see your options for providing proof of English proficiency below.
We do not have the capacity to admit all applicants who meet the minimum general and program-specific requirements. Please note that programs can close early if international enrollment for the program is already achieved and there is no more capacity. Submission of an application does not guarantee an offer of a place in a program.
Requirements By Country Of Origin
International Admission Requirements
Please attach all documents required in support of your application but do not send any extra documents that are not required. For most countries, copies of originals should be attested as "true copies" by the educational institution or by a notary.
Applicants who are under 18 must also submit custodianship documents.
George Brown College Admissions Officers reserve the right to request original documents if there are any doubts or questions with regard to authenticity or legibility of documents submitted electronically.
- English Language Proficiency
English Language Proficiency
The following minimum scores are required:
Source Diploma / Certificate Postgraduate / FAST-TRACK / BRIDGES / Accelerated GBC Degree Programs George Brown English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program Level 8 Level 9 Level 9** IELTS (Academic) 6.0, minimum 5.5 in each skill band 6.5, minimum 6.0 in each skill band 6.5, minimum 6.0 in each skill band TOEFL 80 (online) minimum 20 in each skill band 88 (online) minimum 22 in each skill band 84 (online) minimum 21 in each skill band Duolingo English Test 110 min overall score, 90 min production score 120 min overall score, 100 min Production Score 120 min overall score, 100 min Production Score MELAB 80 85 85 PTE (Academic) 54, overall minimum
50 in each skill band60, overall minimum
55 in each skill band60, overall minimum
55 in each skill bandCAEL 60 (overall) 70 overall (writing 60) 70 overall (writing 60) Cambridge English Exams (B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency) 169 or more (with no individual skill below 162) 176 or more (with no individual skill below 169) 176 or more (with no individual skill below 169) George Brown Admissions Test (Only offered in Toronto)* Offered Online Offered Online Not available *To register for the test, you will need to apply for your academic program and receive your Admissions Test Letter. For more information on the Admissions Test, please visit: georgebrown.ca/assessment
**Not applicable to collaborative degree programs eg. Early Childhood Education (C118).
- English Language Validity
English Language Validity
Proof of English Language Proficiency Validity Duration for admission to post-secondary programs IELTS/TOEFL/PTEA/DUOLINGO 2 years from test date GBC EAP certificate (Level 8 or 9) No set limit established, but review may be required if over 3 years since completion. GBC Admissions Test 1 year Certificate of Completion from approved private language school partner 1 year Certificate of Completion from other Ontario public Colleges EAP 3 years 2 consecutive years FT High School in Canada or other English-speaking countries graduated within last 4 years Degrees/Diploma, 2+ years' FT in Canada or other English-speaking countries graduated within last 4 years - Conditional Admission Through EAP
Applicants from eligible countries† who do not meet George Brown's English language entry requirements may be offered a conditional acceptance for College diploma, postgraduate and degree programs which will be subject to successful completion of level 8 or 9 of George Brown's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program.
† For applicants from some countries (e.g., countries where English is the first/official language and countries in South Asia) we are not able to provide the option of a Letter of Acceptance to the George Brown College English for Academic Purposes Program (EAP) as it has been our experience that Study Permit applicants from specific countries are rejected by the Canadian visa office for a Study Permit (visa) when there is an ESL (English as a Second Language) component requested. For applicants from South Asian countries (India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka) it is highly recommended to submit official TOEFL or IELTS scores.Using TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo for Level Placement
EAP STARTING LEVEL* Duolingo IELTS: ENTRY Requirements TOEFL: ENTRY Requirements Overall Score Production Score Overall Writing & Speaking Overall Speaking Writing 9 115-120 95-100 6 6.5 80-91 22 22 8 105-110
85-90 5.5 6 62-79 20 20 7 95-100
75-80 5.5 5.5 50-61 18 18 6 85-90
65-70 5 5 40-49 15 14 5 75-80
55-60 4-4.5 4.5 31-39 13 12 4 65-70
45-50 3.5 4 26-30 11 8 3 55-60
35-40 3 3.5 19-25 8 6 2 45-50
25-30 2.5 3 10-18 5 4 1 20-40
15-20 2.5 2.5 0-9 2.5 2.5 * 2-year test validation maximum.
You will be placed in the EAP starting level that corresponds to your lowest score in all test sections. For students interested in taking the IELTS test in Toronto, the George Brown college official IELTS test centre provides a complete IELTS testing service. For more information, please visit the IELTS Testing service site.
George Brown College Admissions Officers reserve the right to require TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo results for EAP level placement on all EAP applications.
Current or returning EAP students who suspend their studies for more than six consecutive 8-week sessions must retake the EAP level placement test or submit a valid IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo score in order to be placed back into the program.
Academic Year: 2024-2025Placement Test Start Date End Date August 27, 2024 September 3, 2024 October 25, 2024 October 22, 2024 October 28, 2024 December 20, 2024 January 2, 2025 January 6, 2025 February 28, 2025 February 25, 2025 March 3, 2025 April 25, 2025 April 29, 2025 May 5, 2025 June 27, 2025 June 24, 2025 July 2, 2025 August 22, 2025 - Selection-Based Programs Not Eligible for Conditional Acceptance
The following list of programs are NOT eligible to receive conditional letters of acceptance (CLOA). Applicants are required to fulfill all academic, English proficiency, and additional divisional criteria to receive a direct letter of acceptance (LOA) only if selected. Selection criteria and requirements are indicated on each program page under the menu tab How to Qualify & Apply with specific details sent to applicants AFTER an initial review of the application is complete. Please note that divisional selection requirements can change and please refer to the individual program page for the most up to date information.
Program Code Program Name Divisional Select Requirements C130 Early Childhood Education (Fast-Track) Sem. 3 Mandatory Orientation C137 Assaulted Women's and Children's Counsellor/Advocate Information Session & Interview C301 H. B. of Early Childhood Leadership (Fast-track) Sem. 5 Resumes w/ Reference Letters/Online Information Session/Completion of 3 Bridge Courses C302 H. B. of Interpretation (American Sign Language-English) Informational Session/Questionnaire/Online Skills Assessment/Letter of Reference G405 Digital Design-Game Design Resume/Digital Portfolio/Questionnaire/Interview G407 Concept Art for Entertainment Resume/Digital Portfolio/Questionnaire/Interview H312 H. Bach. of Bus.Adm-Hospitality Bridging Term See program page for more information H316 H.Bach. of Bus. Adm-Culinary Mgmt FT Review of Qualifications by Program Coordinator (International and Out-Of-Province students) H411 Culinary Arts - Italian Resume w/ References & Interview H413 Advanced French Patisserie Resume w/ References & Interview P101 Dance Performance Preparation Dance Resume/Head Shot/Video Audition P104 Theatre Arts-Performance Interview and/or Audition P105 Dance Performance Dance Resume/Head Shot/Video Audition P106 Commercial Dance Dance Resume/Head Shot/Video Audition P107 Acting for Media Questionnaire/Video Audition P112 Video Design & Production Portfolio (Demo Reel)/Digital Letter of Intent/Video Submission P113 Animation – 3D for Extended Reality Portfolio requirement consisting of a minimum of 12 samples reflecting a basic understanding of traditional/digital art and potential inclusion of base knowledge of visual effects software focusing on the following key criteria: creativity, technical ability, and attention to detail to select appropriate entrants to the program. P114 Film Production – Directing for Extended Reality Portfolio requirement consisting of a minimum of 12 samples reflecting a basic understanding of traditional/digital art and potential inclusion of base knowledge of visual effects software focusing on the following key criteria: creativity, technical ability, and attention to detail to select appropriate entrants to the program. P116 Social Media Production – Culture-Based Creativity Program-level admission requirements: - video introduction
- current resumé
- social media campaign portfolio*
P411 Advanced Social Media Production – Auteurism Program-level admission requirements: - video introduction
- current resumé
- social media campaign portfolio*
P400 Screenwriting & Narrative Design Resume/Writing Samples/Interview P408 Visual Effects Digital Portfolio & Digital Letter of Intent P409 Sound Design & Production Portfolio & Interview R403 College Teachers Training for IEP(PG) Resume & Interview T431 Applied A.I. Solutions Development Applicants with a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in an unrelated field will be required to provide additional information as requested from the Academic Department (questionnaire). S102
Orthotic / Prosthetic Technician
Online entrance exam (English, Physics, Human Anatomy, workshop awareness), online video interview and manual dexterity task These programs require prior approval from the Academic Department
- Exemption from Providing Proof of English Proficiency
To meet this requirement, you are required to have studied full-time for at least two consecutive full academic years (high school or post-secondary), within the past four years where the medium of instruction was English, in one of the following countries:
- American Samoa
- Anguilla
- Antigua & Barbuda
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bermuda
- Botswana
- British Virgin Islands
- Canada
- Cayman Islands
- Dominica
- England
- Falkland Islands
- Fiji
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Gibraltar
- Grenada
- Guam
- Guyana
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Jamaica
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Malta
- Mauritius
- Montserrat
- New Zealand
- Nigeria
- Norfolk Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Philippines
- Pitcairn
- Scotland
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- South Africa
- St. Chad/Christopher/Kitts/Nevis
- St. Helena
- St. Lucia
- St. Vincent & The Grenadines
- Tanzania
- Trinidad & Tobago
- Turks & Caicos Islands
- Uganda
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Virgin Islands
- Wake & Midway Islands
- Wales
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Public College English Proficiency
College Program name Diploma / Certificate Postgraduate Degree Algonquin GAS - EAP Level 6 – 70% min. N/A Level 6 – 73% min. Cambrian GAS – EAP Level B – 70% min. N/A Level B – 80% min. Canadore EAP EAP200, EAP210, EAP220, EAP230, EAP240 – 60% min. overall 2.0 GPA N/A N/A Centennial GAS – EAP Level 3 – 60%min N/A N/A Centennial
ELL All 5 modules in the semester and completing ELL 506, ELL 507 and ELL 508 with a grade of 60% or C. Prior to fall 2019, 70% or a B grade in ELL 506, ELL 507 and ELL 508. Confederation EAP LA550 – 65% min. Two credit courses – 60%min. in two courses N/A LA550 – 75% min. CS007 – 70% min. GE113 – 70% min. Fanshawe EAP Level 8 – 80% min. or Level 9 – 75% min. or Level 10 – 70% min. N/A Level 10 – 75% min. Fleming ELB Level 8 – 70% min. N/A N/A George Brown GAS – EAP (R115) Level 8 – 60% min. Level 9 – 60% min. Level 9 – 60% min. Georgian EAP Level 8 – 60% min. no mark below 50% N/A N/A Humber GAS – EAP Level 8 – 60% min. N/A Level 8 – 75% min. Lambton EASL EAP High-Intermediate – 70% min. N/A N/A Mohawk GAS – EAP Level 8 – 70% min. COMM10328 – 50% min. COMM10303 – 50% min. N/A N/A Niagara EAP Level 5 – 70% min. no mark below 50% N/A Level 5 – 75% min. no grade below 60% Seneca ELI Level 8 – 60% min. N/A Level 8 – 70% min. ELI950 – 60% min. Sheridan EAP EASL69040 – 70% min. EASL69020 – 70% min. N/A EAP – 75% min. St Lawrence GAS – EAP Advanced Plus C – 60% min. Advanced B – 70% min. N/A Advanced Plus – 70% min. - Pathway Language School English Proficiency
Language School Program name Diploma / Certificate Postgraduate Degree EC Canadian University Pathway Pre-Advanced Advanced Advanced ELS Language Centres University Pathway ELS Level 109 Certificate ELS Level 112 Certificate ELS Level 112 Certificate ILAC University Pathway Program or ILAC International College University Pathway Certificate – Intensive or Power, Level 3.2 or higher University Pathway Certificate – Intensive or Power, Level 3.2 or higher University Pathway Certificate – Intensive or Power, Level 3.3 or higher ILSC University Pathway Program Level A2 Certificate Level A2 Certificate Level A2 Certificate St George International College (SGIC) University College Pathway Program SGIC UCPP Certificate SGIC UCPP Certificate + GBC EAP Level 9 SGIC UCPP Certificate + GBC EAP Level 9 Note: Students who have completed the UCTP certificate at ESC will continue to be accepted until August 2025.
- Frequently Asked Questions
Admission Through GBC's EAP Program
Applicants from eligible countries who do not meet George Brown's English language requirements may be offered conditional admission to a post-secondary program through George Brown's EAP (English for Academic Purposes) program.
How do I get my admissions test result?
Results for admissions tests take approximately 5 business days to be issued. Please email your Admissions Officer 5 business days after you have written the test. Your Admissions Officer's contact information is on your Letter of Acceptance and Test Letter.
How long do I have to wait for my admissions test result?
Results for admissions test take approximately 5 business days to be issued.
What is the difference between the admissions test and the placement test?
Admissions tests are used to determine if you meet the requirements for admission to the College.
Placement Assessments in English and/or Math are taken after you have accepted an offer of admission. Placement assessments determine whether you are ready to take the college-level credit courses in English and/or math in the first semester, or if you need to take a foundation- level course first to further develop your skills. For programs that require English and/or Math placement testing, find out more from the Assessment Centre.
Note: If you have already taken an Admissions Assessment (as part of your college application process), your Admissions Assessment results will be used as placement results too.
How long is the processing time once I submit an application through the Online Application System (OAS)?
Due to the high volume of applications received, we are not able to provide exact processing times. Please note that we will not be reviewing applications/issuing offers until 6-7 months prior to the start of a selected term.
The processing time starts when we begin processing applications, not when we open the intake for submission. The current application processing time is approximately 3-4 weeks.
We do not have the capacity to admit all applicants who meet the minimum general and program-specific requirements. Please note that programs can close early if international enrollment for the program is already achieved and there is no more capacity. Submission of an application does not guarantee an offer of a place in a program.
The program I am interested in is closed, is there anything I can do?
Unfortunately, programs can close early if international enrollment for that program is already achieved and there are no more places. You can ask the International Centre or your admissions officer about other available programs or you may have to wait to apply for a future intake.
Protected Persons, Refugee Claimants, or Convention Refugees
Protected Persons, Refugee Claimants, or Convention Refugees are required to obtain a study permit for engaging in education or training that is more than 6 months in duration. Students must have a valid study permit in order to begin studying at George Brown College, if the program is more than 6 months and/or their intention is to study longer than 6 months. Details can be found by visiting Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada.
After receiving an offer of admission, you must apply for a study permit. Please note that Study Permits are not issued inside Canada. You must apply online or at the nearest Canadian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate. Official information on requirements can be obtained from an IRCC (formerly CIC) office in Canada, a Canadian Embassy or Consulate overseas and/or the IRCC (formerly CIC) website at: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.html
- Using an International Baccalaureate (IB) credential
Diploma/Certificate programs
- For diploma/certificate programs, applicants must have completed six IB courses with a minimum IB grade of 4 or higher in each course.
Degree programs
- For degree programs, applicants applying for degree programs must have completed six IB courses with a minimum IB grade of 5 or higher in each course.
Additional Notes:
- Medium of instructions must be in English.
- Students must be at a minimum aged 16 years or older.
