Information on English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
Georgian College offers a complete EAP program designed exclusively for the international student whose first language is not English. EAP Application Form
- Small class sizes
- Experienced, qualified EAP teachers
- Multi-media Language Lab
- Cultural & field trips included
- Located one hour drive from Toronto
- Safe, lakeside community of 140,000 people
- Visit: the city of Barrie website
English for Academic Purposes at Georgian College
English for Academic Purposes (EAP- Levels 1, 2, 3) Certificate – Each level is 14 weeks (or one semester) in length, with a total of 336 hours. Students must achieve a 60% average to take the next level.
A typical week of 24 hours includes:
- Speaking Skills (4 hours)
- Grammar Skills (4 hours)
- Language Lab/Listening Skills (4 hours)
- Writing Skills (4 hours)
- Reading Skills (4 hours)
- Vocabulary Skills (4 hours)
English for Academic Purposes (EAP- Level 4) Certificate – This level is 14 weeks, or one semester in length, with a total of 336 hours. Students must achieve a 60% average to enter directly into Post-Secondary programs. In EAP 4, students can take one optional General Education course or an IELTS Exam Preparation course.
A typical week of 24 hours includes:
- Speaking Skills (3 hours)
- Grammar Skills (3 hours)
- Exploring Post–Secondary Options (3 hours)
- Writing Skills (3 hours)
- Reading Skills (3 hours)
- Vocabulary Skills (3 hours)
- IELTS Exam Preparation Course or Academic credit (3 hours)
- Listening and Note-taking Skills (3 hours)
Other Opportunities for English Practice
Georgian offers the following services free of charge to EAP students:
- Chat Club (2 hours per week) – practice your conversation skills with Canadian students
- Write – On Centre (open 20 + hours per week) – get tutoring help for your written assignments
- Weekday Field Trips – learn about Canada and practice your conversation skills
Georgian College will provide free homestay coordination. International students have several accommodation options.
For more information on accommodations please see Services.
Health Insurance
All students must have health insurance during their stay in Canada. The cost of health insurance (basic coverage for sickness, accidents and emergencies) is included in the tuition fees and each student will be covered automatically.
Visa
For information about study permits and visitor visas for international EAP students please contact the Canadian Embassy. A study permit is required for studies longer than 6 months ( www.cic.gc.ca )
Academic Fees (Canadian Dollars $)
INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES
English for Academic Purposes (7 week session) $2,474.00*
One semester (14 week session) $4,948.00*
Deposit (must be paid to confirm your seat in the program) $500.00 (credited towards tuition)
Monthly Costs (Canadian Dollars $)
ACCOMMODATIONS
On-campus dormitory $753.00
Off-campus dormitory $595.00
Homestay (with meals) $700.00
Homestay (without meals) $500.00
Room for rent $500.00
OTHER COSTS
Books (per session) $200.00 – $300.00
Transportation (per month) $60.00
Food (per month) $200.00
SERVICES
Health Insurance included in tuition fees
Airport pickup free
Homestay coordination free
Student Advisor free
(Prices are approximate and may change without notice. For exact pricing, please contact reginternational@georgiancollege.ca
