Your pathway to higher education starts here

We can help you find your course at one of our 40+ College and University pathway partners across Canada.

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How we teach

  • Online classes
  • In-person classes
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Start dates

Must start on academic start dates only. Check start dates for details.

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Estimated program length

  • If you are level 5: 12 weeks
  • If you are level 4: 16 weeks
  • If you are level 3: 24 weeks
  • If you are level 2: 28 weeks
  • If you are level 1: 36 weeks
  • If you are foundation level: 40 weeks
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Meet our partners

RCIIS EXIT LEVEL PROGRAMS
Acadia University

Acadia University

Wolfville, NS

EAP

English Bridge Program

List of programs

Algoma University

Algoma University

Sault Ste. Marie, Brampton, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

All Undergraduate Programs that have an IELTS 6.0 entry requirement

RCIIS IELTS Mock Test Score – 6.0 (each band)

All Undergraduate Programs that have an IELTS 6.0 entry requirement

List of programs

Brock University

Brock University

St. Catharines, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Undergraduate Programs (some exceptions), Canadian Culture and Education Certificate, Leadership in Community-Based Education Certificate

List of programs

Lakehead University

Lakehead University

Thunder Bay, Orillia, Ontario

EAP (Final exam score equivalency of 6.5 overall no band lower than 6.5)

All Undergraduate and Graduate Programs that have an IELTS 6.5 entry requirement

List of programs

Nipissing University

Nipissing University

North Bay, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Undergraduate Programs

List of programs

Toronto Metropolitan University

Toronto Metropolitan University

Toronto, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

English Boost Program (8 Weeks)

List of programs

University Canada West

University Canada West

Vancouver, British Columbia

Pre-Academic 4 (Level 4)

UAC 020 (EAP)

EAP (Level 5)

UAC 030 (EAP)

EAP 80% (Level 5)

Undergraduate & Graduate Programs

List of programs

University of Niagara Falls Canada

University of Niagara Falls Canada

Niagara Falls, ON

EAP 80% (Level 5)

Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

EAP (Level 5)

UEAP 030

List of programs

Yorkville University

Yorkville University

Vancouver, British Columbia; Toronto, Ontario

Pre-Academic 4 (Level 4)

Bachelor of Interior Design, Bachelor of Creative Arts, Bachelor of Business Administration,

Pre-Academic 4 (Level 4)

List of programs

RCIIS EXIT LEVEL PROGRAMS
Algonquin College

Algonquin College

Ottawa, Perth, Pembroke, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Programs that have an IELTS 6.5 entry requirement

List of programs

Bow Valley College

Bow Valley College

Calgary, Alberta

EAP (Level 5)

Programs that have an IELTS 6.0 (or lower) entry requirement

EAP (Level 5)

Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant Diploma

List of programs

Cambrian College

Cambrian College

Sudbury, Toronto, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Diploma & Graduate Certificate Programs

List of programs

Canadore College

Canadore College

North Bay, Ontario

Pre-Academic 4 (Level 4)

Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma Programs that have an IELTS 5.5 entry requirement

EAP (Level 5)

Aviation programs, High demand Health-care Advanced Diploma and Graduate Certificate Programs that have an IELTS 6.0-6.5 entry requirement

List of programs

Cégep de la Gaspésie et des Iles

Cégep de la Gaspésie et des Iles

Montreal, Quebec

EAP (Level 5)

Certificate, Diploma, and Post-Graduate Programs

List of programs

Cégep Marie-Victorin

Cégep Marie-Victorin

Montreal, Quebec

EAP (Level 5)

All Programs

List of programs

Centennial College

Centennial College

Toronto, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree programs

List of programs

Conestoga College

Conestoga College

Kitchener, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Certificate & Diploma Programs

EAP (Level 5) 75%

Advanced Diploma, Degree, and Graduate Certificates

List of programs

Durham College

Durham College

Oshawa, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Certificate, Diploma, and Post-Graduate Programs

List of programs

Fleming College

Fleming College

Peterborough, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diplomas

EAP (Level 5) 75%

Graduate Certificates

List of programs

Georgian College

Georgian College

Barrie, Midland, Muskoka, Orillia, South Georgian Bay, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Certificate, Diploma, and Post-Graduate Programs

List of programs

Loyalist College

Loyalist College

Belleville, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Diploma and Advanced Diploma Programs

List of programs

Mohawk College

Mohawk College

Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, and Certificate Programs

EAP (Level 5) 85%

Post-Graduate Certificates

List of programs

Sault College

Sault College

Sault Ste. Marie, Toronto, Brampton, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Certificate, Diploma, Post-Graduate, and Degree Programs

List of programs

Seneca College

Seneca College

Toronto, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma Programs

List of programs

Sheridan College

Sheridan College

Brampton, Mississauga, Oakville, Ontario

EAP (Level 5) 75%

Diploma Programs

EAP (Level 5) 85%

Degree, Graduate Certificate, and Post Graduate Programs

List of programs

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

Calgary, Alberta

EAP (Level 5)

Programs that require SAIT ENGL 30-1

List of programs

St. Lawrence College

St. Lawrence College

Kingston, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma Programs

EAP (Level 5) 75%

Degree Programs, Graduate Certificates, and Fast-Track Programs

List of programs

RCIIS EXIT LEVEL PROGRAMS
Academy of Learning Career College

Academy of Learning Career College

Toronto, Ontario

EAP (Level 5)

All Programs

List of programs

Acsenda School of Management

Acsenda School of Management

Vancouver, British Columbia

Pre-Academic 4 (Level 4)

Acsenda EAPP 090

IELTS Preparation Mock Test 6.0 Overall (no band lower than 5.5)

Acsenda ENGL103

EAP

BBA or BHM programs

List of programs

Arbutus College

Arbutus College

Vancouver, British Columbia

Pre-Academic 4 (Level 4)

All Programs

List of programs

Ascent College

Ascent College

Montreal, Quebec

EAP (Level 5)

All Programs

List of programs

Aviron College

Aviron College

Quebec City, Quebec

EAP (Level 5)

All Programs

List of programs

Canadian Business College

Canadian Business College

Toronto, Scarborough, Mississauga, Ontario

Pre-Academic 3 (Level 3)

All Programs

List of programs

Canadian College

Canadian College

Vancouver, British Columbia

Pre-Academic 3 (Level 3)

College Diploma or Certificate Programs requiring IELTS 5.0

List of programs

Cornerstone International Community College of Canada

Cornerstone International Community College of Canada

Vancouver, BC

Pre-Academic 2

Customer Relations Specialist

Pre-Academic 4

Business and Hospitality

EAP

Tech Diploma Programs

List of programs

Evergreen College

Evergreen College

Toronto, Ontario

Pre-Academic 3 (Level 3)

All Programs

List of programs

Greystone College

Greystone College

Toronto, Ontario; Montreal, Quebec; Vancouver, British Columbia

Pre-Academic 2 (Level 2)

Customer Service Program

Pre-Academic 3 (Level 3)

Business Communication

Pre-Academic 4 (Level 4)

Hospitality & Digital Marketing

List of programs

IBT College

IBT College

Toronto, Ontario

Pre-Academic 4 (Level 4)

All Programs

List of programs

ILAC International College

ILAC International College

Toronto, Ontario; Vancouver, British Columbia

Pre-Academic 1 (Level 1)

Customer Service Excellence

Pre-Academic 2 (Level 2)

Service Excellence for Business

Pre-Academic 3 (Level 3)

Sales & Marketing Business Administration

List of programs

International Institute of Travel and Business

International Institute of Travel and Business

Toronto, Ontario

Pre-Academic 3 (Level 3)

All Programs

List of programs

Matrix College

Matrix College

Montreal, Quebec

EAP (Level 5)

All Programs

List of programs

McKenzie College

McKenzie College

Moncton, New Brunswick

EAP (Level 5)

All Programs

List of programs

Prairie College

Prairie College

Three Hills, Alberta

EAP (Level 5)

All Programs

List of programs

Tamwood College

Tamwood College

Toronto, Ontario; Vancouver, Whistler, British Columbia

Pre-Academic 3 (Level 3)

Diploma and certificate Programs

List of programs

Toronto Film School

Toronto Film School

Toronto, Ontario

Pre-Academic 3 (Level 3)

Diploma Programs

List of programs

Toronto School of Management

Toronto School of Management

Toronto, Ontario

Pre-Academic 2 (Level 2)

Certificate in Business Essentials and Customer Service Excellence

Pre-Academic 3 (Level 3)

Diploma Programs, Certificate Programs

List of programs

Trebas Institute

Trebas Institute

Toronto, Ontario; Montreal, Quebec

Pre-Academic 3 (Level 3)

All Programs

List of programs

Most common questions

The pathway program is designed for students who do not meet the English requirements for direct entry into a Canadian College or University. Upon completion of the RCIIS pathway program, a student will be eligible to apply to one of our pathway partner schools without the need for extra English proficiency documentation.

Students who complete the RCIIS pathway program will not only have the option to apply to a pathway partner school without further English literacy tests, but will also learn valuable skills that prepare them for life at a post-secondary institution. Students will get extensive experience with academic essay writing, presentation skills, and critical thinking exercises that can be applied to their future studies.

University programs tend to be longer (4 years) and provide students with Bachelor’s, Masters or Doctoral Degrees. Universities are more focused on academic and theory based learning, and are the most expensive of the three options. On the other hand, college programs are shorter (1-2 years) and provide graduates with diplomas or certificates. Colleges focus more on practical learning and have many programs to help students learn a specific trade or job. Private colleges are less expensive for international students than public colleges are, but employers tend to value diplomas from public colleges over private ones. Many colleges also offer job co-op opportunities in your field of study.

Once you receive our letter of acceptance, you will be able to apply to any of our College partners.

No. Different post-secondary institutions have different entry requirements depending on the program. Some of our private college partners have requirements as low as Pre-Academic 2! However, most of our public pathway partners require the successful completion of our EAP program.