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International students can check the general Langara College admission requirements below:

1. English Language Requirements 

• IELTS Academic – 6.5
• Duolingo English Test – 110
• TOEFL (IBT) - Overall: 80 (Writing: 20, Reading: 20, Listening: 18, Speaking: 18)

2. One or all of the following:

• Must complete a BC secondary programme (Grade 12) or the equivalent
• Be at least 19 years of age by the first day of the first semester of attendance; or
• Successful completion of an ABE (Adult Basic Education) or GED (General Educational Development) program

Note: Programs may have additional admission requirements or may require a higher level of English.

Students can visit the Langara College courses page to know more about programme requirements and fees.

The college does not offer any financial aid to international students. However, aspirants can apply for external funding by private or the country’s government institutions. These scholarships are usually merit-based and course-specific with a separate application procedure. Some scholarships may also require students to sit for an entrance exam. Students are advised to search for institutions that offer financial assistance to students studying abroad. 

 Some of the popular scholarships are:

·       Canadore College Alumni Association – given to children of Canadore alumni

·       Canadore College Board of Governors – given to female students who display satisfactory academic achievement

·       Francis Pegahmagabow Memorial Scholarship – CAD 1,000 given to students in financial need

Students can check the Top 5 Reasons to Study in Canada

The college provides on-campus housing to all students but only in North Bay. Students studying at Parry Sound need to make living arrangements independently and look for off-campus housing options. The North Bay campus offers three apartment-style buildings as student residences that accommodate 675 students. The buildings also feature full kitchens with ovens/stoves in every suite. Students can choose to stay in a two-bedroom suite or a four-bedroom suite apartment. Each apartment will have the following features:

• Private bedroom

• Double extra-long bed

• Closet with built-in storage

• Study desk and chair

• Internet

• Kitchen and common area

• Full-size refrigerator and stove/oven

• Preparation area with sink and storage

• Kitchen table and chairs

• Bathroom with toilet, sink and stand-up shower

Room rates can vary each semester. Students can choose to pay in full or split the payment. Generally, for an academic year, the room rent is CAD 7,520, and per semester, it ranges from CAD 2,300 to CAD 3,760. Since each apartment comes with a kitchen, meal plans are not compulsory. However, students can opt for the cafeteria’s meal plans as per their liking.

Note: The rates are subject to change. Check the college website for the current academic year room rates.