At Canadian Business College we take pride in knowing that for almost 30 years Canadians have been choosing us to help them achieve their career goals and we are excited to offer the same opportunities to international students from around the world. We are a Designated Learning Institution with IRCC (Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada) and our DLI number is O19556076972.

We are registered members of the National Association of Career Colleges and Career Colleges Ontario. We have 17 programs currently available for you to choose from and advisors are ready to help you identify which programs match your interests and career goals.

Click here for a list of available programs

Every student who applies to Canadian Business College must be at least 18 years of age and have at least an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or higher in order to be eligible for acceptance into our programs.

Secondary School Documentation
International students must provide their translated secondary education transcripts. Please be sure you have the transcript translated into English.

Academic Transcripts and Documents
Depending upon your country, a Credential Assessment Report may be required. This report allows admissions staff to understand how education completed outside of Canada compares to credentials obtained in Canada. Two organizations that can assess your academic documents are ICAS and WES. Visit their websites to learn more about how to obtain a report.

International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS)
Provides general (document-by-document) assessments and comprehensive (course-by-course) assessments for both secondary and postsecondary studies.

World Education Services (WES)
Provides general (document-by-document) assessments for both secondary and postsecondary studies and comprehensive (course-by-course) assessments for postsecondary studies only.

English Language Proficiency
All applicants for whom English is a foreign language must provide proof of language proficiency. Canadian Business College accepts the following language proficiency tests and scores for all programs.

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)– internet-based test (iBT): minimum 80
• International English Language Testing Services (IELTS): minimum 6.0 overall and no band below 5.5
• Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) – 800

Before you apply to Canadian Business College, make sure you are familiar with the study permit requirements for an applicant from your country. Your CBC application and study permit application are separate and so it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the requirements for a study permit approval.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html

If you already have a valid study permit, great! Let your advisor know so we can help you with the next steps as you may be eligible to join the next available start date.

If you are need of immigration support we recommend you contact a certified immigration consultant for professional support. You can search for one via the link below or contact your admissions advisor directly for trusted 3^rd party referrals in Canada.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigration-citizenship-representative/choose.html

Once you’re ready you will need to submit the documents outlined below along with your $500 non-refundable application fee in order for us to evaluate your eligibility.

1. Application for International Student – Download Here
2. Copy of Valid Passport
3. IELTS (minimum score of 6 – Academic) or TOEFL (minimum score of 87)
4. Certified Academic Documents (diplomas/certificates and transcripts)
5. Copy of Resume/CV
6. Proof of payment (wire transaction receipt) of application fee (Ask your Advisor for payment details)

Application Tips:

• Complete your application on a computer, not a smart phone.
• Use an email address that you check regularly.
• Tell us who can obtain information on your behalf.
• Review your application before submitting. 

4. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Submit all of the required documents outlined in Step 3 online or to your advisor. Someone from our international department will reply back within 24 to 48 hours of your submission with a decision regarding your application.

5. RECEIVE ACCEPTANCE PACKAGE

If you are approved for study in one of our programs we will prepare and issue an Acceptance Package which will contain the Letter of Acceptance and any other supporting documents necessary for you to apply for your study permit. Please note that we must receive a completed application as per the requirements in Step 3 and incomplete applications will not be issued an Acceptance Package.

6. APPLY FOR A STUDY PERMIT & KEEP IN TOUCH

Once you’ve received an Acceptance Package from Canadian Business College you have everything you need from the college in order to apply for your study permit from IRCC. Please keep your advisor informed along the way and keep them updated with any potential changes or status updates regarding your application. Once you’ve heard from IRCC please notify CBC of the final decision regarding your application so we can support you with the next available steps.

7. ARRIVAL PLANNING AND START YOUR PROGRAM

If your study permit has been approved then you can start making the necessary arrangements to support your arrival to Toronto and Canadian Business College. We will confirm your start date, your Orientation date and help you develop a plan and offer any required 3^rd party supports including Accommodation, Airport Pick-up and Transfers, Health Insurance and more.