Students Life

English Score Requirement

MINIMUM IELTS SCORE

MINIMUM TOEFL IBT

Note: Language proficiency requirements can vary on program basis.

Accomodation

On-Campus Housing
The Simcoe Village and South Village residences offer safe, clean, and comfortable living accommodations for 1,360 students. First-year students are guaranteed a spot in residence if they meet the deadlines for accepting Durham College’s offer of admission and applying to residence. Features include TV, local cable, phone, and high-speed Internet access, Double beds, Private bathrooms, On-site laundry, additional kitchen facilities and storage space, On-site management and furnished lounges.

Off-Campus Housing
Students have numerous options of finding accommodation off-campus in nearby areas. Students can have access to studio apartments, paying guest facilities, sharing apartment complexes and many more. 

Homestay
Homestays are an integral system of housing for students. Students have the opportunity to avail homestay facilities as per their discretion and choices. Homestay hosts include single people, young couples with children and pets, and older couples. All homestay accommodations have been inspected, and all adults in the home have completed a required criminal reference check.

Scholarships

Global Entrance Scholarship

Study in Canada at Durham College and receive up to $3,000 in an entrance scholarship when you begin a new program in September 2025, or January 2026.

*Scholarship amounts vary based on the duration of your study program.

How much will I receive for my entrance scholarship?

When you enroll in a new program at Durham College, you will be awarded an entrance scholarship. The scholarship value will depend on the duration of your studies.

• One-year program: $1,500
• Two-year program: $3,000 ($1,500 in year one, $1,500 in year two)
• Three-year program: $3,000 ($1,500 in year one, $1,500 in year two)
• Bachelor program: $3,000 ($1,500 in year one, $1,500 in year two).
• Students applying for a Durham College bachelor program may also be eligible for the first-year Degree Entrance Scholarship, valued at between $500 to $3000.

Am I eligible?

You are eligible if you are an international applicant, whether inside or outside of Canada, applying for a full-time postsecondary program and confirm your offer of admission as soon as possible*.

You also qualify if you are an international student who:

• Pays international tuition fees.
• Is currently studying in Canada and interested in a second program.
• Is obtaining or in the process of obtaining an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
• Is enrolled in an eligible English pathway program in Canada.
• Is currently studying at Durham College and applying for a second program.

Is my program eligible?

• Students enrolling in full-time postsecondary programs starting in September 2025, or January 2026 are eligible for the entrance scholarship.
• If you are enrolled in a second program, you will receive an entrance scholarship.
• Before applying for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), please ensure you are aware of the latest eligibility updates.

How do I apply?

You automatically qualify for the entrance scholarship if you meet the eligibility criteria.

Here is what you need to do:

• Confirm your offer of admission to a full-time program at Durham College as soon as possible*.
• If you are applying within Canada, submit a valid study permit at the time of application.
• Pay the minimum $2,700 tuition deposit to receive a PAL from Durham College.
• Pay your fees by the due date to secure your spot
• Complete any remaining steps to enrol at Durham College.

How do I receive the scholarship?

• The entrance scholarship will be credited directly to your student account prior to October 15, 2025, for September 2025 recipients.
• There is no cash equivalent or alternative for this scholarship.
• To receive the scholarship, you must provide your Social Insurance Number (SIN) to the Durham College International Education Office after arriving in Canada.

Terms and Conditions: Scholarship Eligibility

• Program Transfer Policy: Students who transfer programs prior to completing their initial program of study will forfeit eligibility for the second installment of their scholarship (if applicable).  
• Academic Standing Requirement: To remain eligible for the second installment of their scholarship (if applicable), students must maintain good academic standing throughout their studies.
• Enrollment Continuity Requirement: Students who take an unscheduled gap between semesters will not be eligible for the second installment of their scholarship (if applicable). 
• Scholarship Stacking: The Global Entrance Scholarship may be combined with a Degree Entrance Award, subject to all applicable terms and conditions.

Degree Entrance Scholarship

All eligible applicants to a degree program, with a combined minimum, non-weighted average of 75 percent and higher, will be considered to receive a first-year entrance award:

•  75% average – $500
•  80% average – $1,500
•  85% average – $2,000
•  90% average – $3,000

**subject to change; be sure to check your Program information page for more details.

Note: Any applicant who applies to a bachelor's degree is eligible for both scholarships, provided they meet the conditions above.

English Proficiency Entrance Scholarship

*English Language Proficiency results must be submitted at the time of application and fees must be paid by the deadline shown on your Letter of Acceptance to be considered. University level English results are not considered for scholarships.
**Grade 12 English grade will be considered if from a Canadian or U.S.A curriculum only.

Academic Excellence Scholarships

Students who achieve academic excellence in their program of study may be awarded an in-course scholarship valued up to $1,000CAD. 14 International students were recipients in the 2016-2017 academic year. Recipients are invited to an awards ceremony to celebrate their achievements.

Application And Notification

Students do not need to directly apply for a scholarship. Durham College staff will assess each student based on the English scores and notify successful recipients via email.

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