Admission Requirements

    To be granted admission, all students must satisfy the program admission requirements specific to their chosen program at Alberta Paramount College. International students applying to any program at the college must fulfill both the international student qualifications and the individual program admission criteria to be accepted for admission.

    Student Visa Qualification

    To qualify for a student visa, international students should apply well in advance as the process may take several months. Once you receive the official Letter of Acceptance from Alberta Paramount College, you can proceed with applying for a Student Visa through the Canadian government. To obtain your Student Visa and/or Temporary Resident Visa, it is necessary to visit the website of Canadian Embassy, High Commission, or Consulate of your country or region. For more detailed information, please visit:

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

    Documents Required

    The following documents are required for the application process:

    • Valid passport
    • Completed Alberta Paramount College Application Form
    • Attested copy of academic transcripts starting from secondary school onwards.
    • Two copies of a recent passport-sized photo
    • Valid English Language test score.
    • All applicants must demonstrate their proficiency in English by providing official test results approved by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Please refer to the CIC-approved language testing for more information visit.
    • https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/documents/language-requirements/language-testing.html
    • Unless specified otherwise in the program admission requirements, applicants are required to meet the minimum English Proficiency Requirement. It's important to note that English test scores are valid for a maximum of two year. The acceptable evidence for English Language Proficiency (ELP) include:
    • IELTS Academic total band score of 6.0
    • CLBA score of 7 in each Strand
    • TOEFL Internet-based test score of 70 (overall score) or PBT score of 560
    • CAEL score of 60
    • Pearson Academic (PTE) score of 54
    For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the equivalency test charts provided by the CIC. Additionally, some transcripts and educational credentials may require assessment through International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or World Education Services (WES). Check processing time for Student Visa applications:
    https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html

    International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

    The International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) is a service provided by the Alberta government. Its purpose is to assess and issue certificates that compare educational credentials obtained from other countries to the educational standards in Canada. In Canada, certain occupations are regulated, meaning they have specific legal requirements or restrictions in place to ensure public protection. To work in these regulated occupations, it is necessary to register with the appropriate professional regulatory organization. If you hold a formal academic or technical degree, diploma, or certificate earned outside of Canada, you can obtain this type of assessment. For further details regarding the assessment of your foreign qualifications, please visit the following link:

    https://www.alberta.ca/iqas-employment-education-licensure.aspx
    World Education Service (WES)

    The World Education Service (WES) provides credential evaluations, which involve comparing your academic achievements to Canadian standards. This evaluation report is beneficial for institutions such as schools, employers, licensing boards, or immigration authorities to gain a clearer understanding of your educational background. The WES report: Identifies and provides descriptions of your credentials Verifies the authenticity of your credentials May include an equivalency assessment of your grade point average (GPA) Evaluates the authenticity of your submitted documents For further information on the assessment process conducted by WES, please visit:

    www.wes.org/about-wes-credential-evaluation