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What are your tuition fees for International students?
The tuition for one year of study is $10,000 (in Canadian dollars) and for
half a year of study or one semester is $5,000. School fees for textbook rental,
lockers and student activities are different for each school, but on average
school fees are around $250 and are payable directly to the school.
Why are your tuition fees so reasonable?
Edmonton Catholic Schools works to ensure efficiency in our school district and views the International Student Program as a benefit not only to International students but also to our Canadian students and staff. Therefore, our tuition fees include only the costs for staffing and resource needs of the schools students are placed in. There are no additional costs added to these fees.
How long will it take me to complete my high school education?
A full academic high school program can take from three to four years to complete grades 10, 11 and 12. How much time you need will depend on how well you have done academically and with your English language studies before you come to Canada. You may need English preparation classes as part of your studies and completing these can take from five months to three years, depending on how well you know English when you begin, and how hard you study.
How long do I have to study in Edmonton to get my High School Diploma?
In order to get a High School diploma the student has to complete a full 3-year high school program and obtain a minimum of 100 credits from the mandatory and optional courses offered at the high school level.
Where can I live in Edmonton?
Often International students live with relatives or with
family friends who already live in Edmonton. If you are a
student without these connections, you may choose to explore
a home stay placement program through Koradian
Exchange Services  . If
you wish to inquire about various renting possibilities and
rent a house or an apartment click on www.places4rent.com
or www.bwalk.com .
Can I go to the school closest to where I will be living?
International students can attend a school of their choice
that offers varying levels of English as a Second Language
(ESL) depending on the needs of the student. Usually students
who do not need ESL program attend a school closest to their
home. Most of our International students who need English
as a Second Language program attend two high schools with
an extensive ESL program: Louis St. Laurent and St. Joseph
High Schools. You can find more information about these and
other schools in our district on www.ecsd.net/schools.
Do I need a Study Permit to attend Edmonton Catholic Schools?
YES. You will need a Study Permit from the Government of Canada in order to attend our schools. The Canadian embassy in your country will need to see proof of your acceptance at a Canadian school, which is a Letter of Acceptance issued by the school who accepted you. There are some restrictions to being in Canada on a Study Permit. To learn more, visit Citizenship
and Immigration Canada .
When I graduate, will I be qualified to attend university anywhere in North America?
Our standards are high. If you do well academically in an Edmonton Catholic Schools high school, you will be qualified for entrance to most post-secondary institutions in Canada and the United States. If you wish to continue to study in Edmonton, excellent programs are offered at the University
of Alberta , Grant
MacEwan Community College , Concordia
College , the Northern
Alberta Institute of Technology and Kings
College .
What is Edmonton like?
Edmonton, the capital city of the province of Alberta, has an area population of about 900,000. Edmonton is known for the river valley park system that runs through the city - it is 12 times larger than New York City's Central Park. We have cold, but sunshine-filled winters and very pleasant summers. Edmonton is only a few hours drive from the Banff and Jasper national parks, which offer excellent skiing in the winter and hiking and sightseeing in the summer. Bring skates and skis, but bring your golf clubs too. Our golf courses are wonderful and very affordable.
Edmonton is called one of Canada's "smart cities" because of the large number of well-educated and technologically skilled people who work in the petrochemical, communications and technology industries, the university, in health care, education and in other public services. Edmonton supports a professional orchestra, an opera company and a large number of professional and amateur theatre groups. There are opportunities throughout the year to attend performances by an impressive range of visiting musical artists; from classical, jazz, rock, pop, techno, etc. - the talent and range is world class.
Edmonton is a young city, with a proud tradition of accepting and supporting newcomers. Whatever your own country of origin, you are likely to find your fellow citizens already at home here, and eager to welcome you to their community events, restaurants, or gathering places.
To learn more about Edmonton, visit City
of Edmonton .
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