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Ryerson ESL Foundation Program

The Ryerson ESL Foundation Program (RESLFP) is designed for students who are academically qualified to apply for admission to a Ryerson University undergraduate degree program, but do not meet the minimum English proficiency requirements. It offers intensive English language and academic skills instruction combined with undergraduate course work. Students who successfully complete the Ryerson ESL Foundation Program are admitted to Ryerson degree programs with at least one undergraduate course credit and a strong foundation for academic success.

Ryerson University

Study in an intensive English language program and gain admission into Canada’s leading career university

Ryerson University is a culturally diverse campus that attracts more than 43,000 creative, dynamic and ambitious students from over 140 countries. We offer you an education that combines academic rigour with relevant, practical experience in an innovative learning environment.At Ryerson, you have access to:

• Degrees in professional, business, engineering, architecture, arts and science programs in six faculties. You gain the academic and practical skills to achieve your future career goals.

• Small class sizes• Work-study opportunities offered through many

programs• Strong links with industry leaders• A modern campus with state-of-the-art facilities and a

lively, urban location

TorontoLocated next to Yonge-Dundas Square, a hub for concerts, festivals and special events, Ryerson is in the heart of it all.

An hour from Niagara Falls and the American border, Toronto offers: • Canada’s leading research and development

organizations• Headquarters of Canada’s major television, radio and

media companies• Canada’s primary business, fashion and design

districts

Your learning experienceThe Ryerson ESL Foundation Program uses an English as a Second Language instructional program developed by the Faculty of Arts’ Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures, in collaboration with The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education. Our experts keep current in the field of language acquisition and pedagogy and are constantly enhancing the RESLFP curriculum and student learning experience.

What makes us unique?• Over 90% of our students successfully complete

the program• Focus on interaction and extensive practice in

class• Individualized curriculum • Opportunities to gain Canadian work/volunteer

experience• Peer Mentorship Program • Full-time undergraduate student status at

Ryerson

Why choose the Ryerson ESL Foundation Program?

• Advance your English language proficiency with full-time intensive academic instruction in reading, writing, speaking and listening

• Develop academic and career-relevant skills to help you succeed as an undergraduate student

• Learn from experienced instructors who tailor teaching to individual needs

• Receive guaranteed admission to a Ryerson undergraduate degree program upon successful completion of the Ryerson ESL Foundation Program

• Earn up to three university course credits towards your chosen degree program

• Complete your English proficiency requirements for admission; no further testing is required*

• Benefit from a full-time RESLFP support system• Receive a comprehensive health insurance

package including dental, medical, hospital and emergency services

• Receive complimentary airport pick-up service from Toronto Pearson International Airport to your Toronto accommodation

*Some Ryerson undergraduate programs require a communication/writing test. The Ryerson ESL Foundation Program will prepare you to write these tests.

International students are given special consideration for spaces in one of Ryerson’s three on-campus residence complexes—The International Living/Learning Centre, O’Keefe House and Pitman Hall. Residence meal plans also allow you to purchase food from multiple locations across campus.

Ryerson’s Off-Campus Housing resources offers tools to assist students in finding available off-campus accommodations in the Toronto area. We provide housing listings, phone and web access, maps of transit services and neighbourhoods, and help with any questions you have about living in Toronto.

On-campus housing

Off-campus housing

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for Ryerson ESL Foundation Program consideration, you must be academically qualified and competitive for admission to the undergraduate degree you wish to pursue. You will be offered placement in the Ryerson ESL Foundation Program based on your academic qualifications, subject to competition. Upon successful completion of the Ryerson ESL Foundation Program, you will enroll in your selected degree program.

Throughout the Ryerson ESL Foundation Program, your progress will be assessed so that you can identify areas for improvement.

For detailed information about Ryerson’s undergraduate degree program admission requirements, visit ryerson.ca/admissions/undergraduate or call +1 416-979-5036.

When to applyIn order to receive guaranteed consideration of your application, you must apply with complete documentation, no later than June 1.

How to apply

Step 1: Submit your applicationFor detailed information on how to apply to the Ryerson ESL Foundation program, visit our website at eslfoundation.blog.ryerson.ca/ready-to-apply.

Please note that RESLFP applicants must apply through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC). Applications are available at ouac.on.ca. The program code is SFP.

Step 2: Submit required documentsIf you are a current Ontario secondary school student and applied on the 101 application prior to June 1 as indicated above, your grades will be submitted by your guidance office to the OUAC. See ryerson.ca/admissions/undergraduate/apply for details.

If you are not a current Ontario secondary school student and applied on the 105 application, you are required to upload your documents, where applicable, via our Document Upload page. For further information, please visit ryerson.ca/admissions/undergraduate/apply/ready.

Please note: All transcripts received via the Document Upload page are considered unofficial. If you are offered admission, you will need to provide official transcripts (sent to us by mail in a sealed envelope directly from the issuing institution). Your offer of admission will be contingent upon the receipt and verification of your official documents. In addition, if your documents are in a language other than English, you must provide the documents in the original language, as well as certified/notarized literal English translations. Please visit ryerson.ca/admissions/undergraduate/apply/document-submission for further information.

CostThe cost of the Ryerson ESL Foundation Program for 2017-2018 is CAD $27,500, which includes two semesters of full-time study and up to three university-level degree credit courses. Ryerson University is semestered; one credit equals one single-term course. Textbooks, course-related materials, specialized Ryerson ESL Foundation Program services, airport pick-up, academic and career advising, peer mentorship, and cultural immersion events are also included. As a full-time Ryerson student, you will also have access to all services offered on campus. For a complete list, visit ryerson.ca/studentaffairs.

Canadian Immigration and Study Permits • Unless you are a Canadian citizen or permanent

resident, you will require a study permit in order to study in Canada. Citizens of some countries may also need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV).

• ADMITTED INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS • You must print your Letter of Acceptance for International Students (LAIS) from the “My Documents” section of your Choose>Ryerson applicant portal. They will not be sent by courier. These printed documents are required for the study permit application process, which can take several weeks to complete and should be started as soon as the offer has been received. Contact Citizenship and Immigration Canada for complete details.

PROGRAM TOEFL - 0886 MELAB IELTS CAEL PTE

Creative Industries, Journalism, Professional Communication, Media Production, Sport Media

580 Paper-based92-93 Internet-based

90 6.5 70Paper & CE

60

All Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science programs except Architectural ScienceAll Faculty of Science programs except Computer Science

560 Paper-based83-87 Internet-based

85 6.5 60Paper & CE

60

All other Ryerson programs 580 Paper-based92-93 Internet-based

85 6.5 70Paper & CE

60

Ryerson ESL Foundation ProgramHigher scores may be required, subject to competition.

520 Paper-based68 Internet-based

70 5.0 50Paper & CE

50

Minimum English Language RequirementsYou are required to submit an official minimum English Proficiency test score for the Ryerson ESL Foundation Program from one of the recognized tests listed below.

Contact us

Instant answers: ask.ryerson.caWeb: ryerson.ca/esl-foundation Phone: +1 416-979-5036Email: international@ryerson.ca

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