• English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program - 100, 200, 300, 400, 500

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    First College EAP (English for Academic Purposes) Program is for students who use English as a second or foreign language, and who wish to improve their English language skills to advance their education in Canada.

     

    The program emphasizes speaking, listening, academic writing, reading comprehension, and college study skills. Students are placed in a level based on a free language diagnostic test.

     

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  • Program Overview

    Completion of each course with a minimum grade of 70% is required. Students will receive an official transcript noting both grades and attendance at the end of session.

    1

    EAP100

    Total Hours: 240

    Total Weeks: 12

     

    Entrance Level: IELTS 4.0 or equivalent

    2

    EAP200

    Total Hours: 240

    Total Weeks: 12

     

    Entrance Level: IELTS 4.5 or equivalent

    3

    EAP300

    Total Hours: 240

    Total Weeks: 12

     

    Entrance Level: IELTS 5.0 or equivalent

    4

    EAP400

    Total Hours: 240

    Total Weeks: 12

     

    Entrance Level: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent

    5

    EAP500

    Total Hours: 240

    Total Weeks: 12

     

    Entrance Level: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent

  • Program Level Chart

    IELTS - International English Language Testing System - AcademicCLB - Canadian Language Benchmarks

    1

    EAP100

    IELTS 4.0 - 4.5

    CLB 4

    2

    EAP200

    IELTS 4.5 - 5.0

    CLB 4 - 5

    3

    EAP300

    IELTS 5.0 - 5.5

    CLB 5 - 6

    4

    EAP400

    IELTS 5.5 - 6.0

    CLB 6 - 7

    5

    EAP500

    IELTS 6.0 - 6.5 & Above

    CLB 7 - 8

  • A step-by-step English pathway to studying in Canada for international students

  • English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program Admission Requirement

    First College admits applicants who meet one of the following admission criteria for each level:

    Notes: The EAP program acts as a pathway to Colleges and Universities, therefore high school diplomas are highly recommended.

    The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program – EAP100

    1. International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Academic - test within the last two years: Overall score of 4 with no band less than 3.5 or equivalent.
    2. Passing the First College placement test prior to enrolling.

    The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program – EAP200

    1. International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Academic - test within the last two years: Overall score of 4.5 with no band less than 4 or equivalent.
    2. Passing the First College placement test prior to enrolling.
    3. Completion of the First College English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program – EAP100 with a minimum grade of 70%.

    The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program – EAP300

    1. International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Academic - test within the last two years: Overall score of 5.0 with minmuium 5.0 in writing or equivalent.
    2. Passing the First College placement test prior to enrolling.
    3. Completion of the First College English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program – EAP200 with a minimum grade of 70%.

    The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program – EAP400

    1. International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Academic - test within the last two years: Overall score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 or equivalent.
    2. Passing the First College placement test prior to enrolling.
    3. Completion of the First College English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program – EAP300 with a minimum grade of 70%.

    The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program – EAP500

    1. International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Academic - test within the last two years: Overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent.
    2. Passing the First College placement test prior to enrolling.
    3. Completion of the First College English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program – EAP400 with a minimum grade of 70%.

  • EAP Program Cost Per Level

    Domestic

     

    Application Fee - $150.00 CAD
    Tuition Fee - $3,600.00 CAD

    Total Cost: $3,750.00 CAD (Excluding Textbooks)

     

    Students are responsible for purchasing Textbooks on their own.

    International

    Application Fee - $150.00 CAD
    Tuition Fee - $3,600.00 CAD
    Assessment Fee & Administrative Fee - $50.00 CAD

    Total Cost: $3,800.00 CAD (Excluding Textbooks)

     

    Students are responsible for purchasing Textbooks on their own.

  • Date and Schedule

    September 1st, 2025

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