ACLAACLAWhat is my timetable at Atlantic Canada Language Academy?
What courses are available at Atlantic Canada Language Academy?
For the core program (morning classes) you have the choice of:
Afternoon activities
If you’re on campus we have regular afternoon activities such as our conversation club, gardening, crafts and other community building events. There are also options available upon request for more intensive and personalized study, including: 21st century skills, IELTS preparations, pronunciation, business English, or English for specific purposes.
How to Apply?
We would love to chat about you joining our Atlantic Canada Language Academy family! Please reach out to us so that we can help!
How long should I study?
Which universities/colleges does Atlantic Canada Language Academy have Pathway Agreements with?
You can view all our current pathway partners on our website below. There are links to each of their websites if you are interested in looking more in depth at what each school has to offer: https://studyatlantic.com/pathways-program/
What programs are offered at ACLA’s university / college partners?
The programs and courses offered at our pathway partner schools can change. For the most up to date information, we strongly recommend visiting their website
At what level can I join the Pathway Program (Academic English) at ECLA?
You must be a minimum Level 5 in order to enroll in the Pathway Program. If you have a level lower than 5, you may enroll in our General English program until you reach Level 5, in which case we would switch you to the Academic English class.
Is there a difference in tuition between the General and the Academic English Program?
No, tuition for our General and our Academic program is the same.
What is the Pathway Program?
The Pathway Program is basically just an extension of our Academic English Program. Students enroll in Basic 20 English for Academic English and work toward a set level goal during their course. It can be difficult to determine exactly how long you would need to study to reach your desired level, but using the Progress Calculator as well as your JET scores (or any previous formal language testing scores) we do our best to enroll you in the appropriate length of course. If you wish to progress at a fast rate, you may enroll in afternoon classes (recommended).
How long do I need to study in the Pathway Program in order to continue onto my chosen university / college?
Our Pathway Agreements require a student to be enrolled in the Pathway Program for a minimum of 12 weeks. Our Admissions Department will help you determine the appropriate length of course based on your current English level. Additionally, they may suggest that when they book your course, you factor in an end date that would permit you to extend your English course (if need be) before you would enroll in your chosen university program. Luckily, most schools will allow students to defer their acceptance by 1 semester, so if you ended up needing to extend your English course, you would have little to no issues in doing so.
When will I complete the Pathway Program?
Most of our partner agreements require our students to graduate from Academic English Level 7 to meet the language requirements of the university/college program. The exception is the Nova Scotia Community College which only requires graduation from Academic English Level 6. Of course, the student must meet all other academic admissions requirements to gain conditional acceptance to the program of their choice at one of our partner schools.
Will I need to take a formal English test like IELTS after I complete my course with Atlantic Canada Language Academy?
There is no need for you to take a formal English language test once you complete your course at ACLA. Our partners accept students based on their understanding that the language outcomes met through our Level 7 Academic English program (or 6 for NSCC) satisfy the English language requirements to study at their institution.
What is the cost of the Pathway Program?
Course structure and pricing is no different than any other English Program enrolment. There is a one-time $250.00 Pathway Fee. This covers the administration of the program and any help a student requires in applying to their chosen university/college.
What is the enrolment procedure for the Pathway Program?
If you are interested in the Pathway Program, you can indicate this on your online application form. After receiving your online application, our Admissions Department will send you a questionnaire aimed to help us find the best university/college program match for you!
How long will it take to receive my acceptance from my chosen university / college?
Our partners can often confirm conditional acceptance within 3 days, permitting that you have provided all of the necessary documentation. You MUST send original transcripts to the partner school of your choice, or you can send them directly to us and we can forward them to the appropriate school. Photocopied transcripts are not accepted by any school. Only original, sealed transcripts will be accepted.
What program should I choose for the pathway program?
*1 Lesson is 50 minutes
** If you have a level lower than 5, you may enroll in our General English program until you reach Level 5, at which time we would switch you to the Academic English class.
When can I start my English Program?
Our partners can often confirm conditional acceptance within 3 days, permitting that you have provided all of the necessary documentation. You MUST send original transcripts to the partner school of your choice, or you can send them directly to us and we can forward them to the appropriate school. Photocopied transcripts are not accepted by any school. Only original, sealed transcripts will be accepted.
What is the nationality mix at the school?
This varies from year to year and from season to season. Currently our student body is as follows:
Where do students stay?
Students have the choice of staying with a Canadian Homestay Family or in our Student Residence.
What programs do you offer?
What is the minimum age required to study at Atlantic Canada Language Academy?
16 years old. But we offer a summer Junior program for youths ages 14-18 during the months of July and August.
How do I get a study permit?
Work Global provide our students with the permits they require. For more information, please visit their website https://www.workglobalcanada.com/
Do I need to submit biometrics?
Yes. IRCC updated regulations in 2018 about providing biometrics for all new applications to come to Canada.
For visitor visa, study and work permit applicants:
You only need to give your biometrics once every 10 years.
If you have a valid visitor visa, or a study or work permit, and you gave your biometrics in the past, your biometrics are valid from the date you gave your biometrics for a period of 10 years. You do not need to give your biometrics until the 10-year period expires.
There are a few exceptions. Please read more about this through IRCC’s website.
What is considered part-time?
Anything under 60% of the full course load in a program is considered part-time. For program specific information you should contact admissions@studyatlantic.com
I have to discontinue my studies at Atlantic Canada Language Academy or take a temporary leave of absence. What do I do?
If you need to discontinue your studies, or pause them, please speak to admissions for further instructions: admissions@studyatlantic.com
I am transferring to Atlantic Canada Language Academy from another Canadian learning institute. Do I have to let Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) know?
Yes – you have to notify IRCC any time that you change institutions while studying in Canada. The process is called “Changing DLI”, and you need to do it online, using IRCC’s portal: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/change-schools/account.html
I would like to invite my family or friends to visit me while I am studying. How do I do that? How do I invite them to my graduation?
You will need to write the letter of invitation yourself and must have completed 6 months of study. A letter of invitation will be submitted with the application when the family member applies to enter Canada. The purpose of the visit may be to attend your graduation or just to visit you. You must make sure you send the letter as soon as possible to accommodate IRCC processing times.
If you need help with this, our staff will be happy to help.
For all other questions, please contact us.
