English for Academic Purposes

Academic Requirements

To apply for the English for Academic Purposes program at Bishop's University, international students must meet specific Academic Requirements. Here are the key points to consider:

• Applicants are generally required to have completed 12 years of formal schooling and received a secondary school credential that would permit access to university in their home country.
• For international high school students, the minimum average required varies depending upon the curriculum followed; transcripts are reviewed on an individual basis.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For program-specific requirements, the following courses are generally required:

• Natural Sciences & Mathematics: University-entrance Mathematics, two university-entrance Sciences (usually Biology, Chemistry, and/or Physics).
• School of Education (math or science as a teachable): University-entrance Mathematics, two university-entrance Sciences (usually Biology, Chemistry, or Physics).

All applicants must submit the following supporting documents:

• Copy of high school transcript, including mid-term course grades if available.
• Copy of personal identification document(s).

It is important to note that meeting the minimum posted requirements does not guarantee admission, as Bishop’s University receives more applications than available spaces. Therefore, it is advisable to apply as soon as possible.

For any clarification or support, please contact LOA Portal's advisors who can assist you throughout the application process.

Language Requirements

At Bishop's University, all applicants must provide proof of English language proficiency, regardless of their citizenship or immigration status in Canada. Below are the accepted methods to demonstrate this proficiency:

1. Completed / completing a DEC at an English or French CEGEP in Quebec:

• Document required: Quebec permanent code

2. Completed / completing at least three years of instruction at an accredited secondary institution, recognized by Bishop’s University, where English or French is the primary language of instruction:

• Document required: High school transcript from the institution where English or French is the primary language of instruction

3. Completed/completing at least 30 credit hours (or equivalent to one full year of study) at a post‐secondary institution, recognized by Bishop’s University, where English or French is the primary language of instruction:

• Document required: Transcript of studies from the post-secondary institution where English or French is the primary language of instruction

4. Completed a recognized English assessment with appropriate minimum score:

• TOEFL: minimum overall score of 90 (internet-based) with no component score below 20
• IELTS: minimum overall score of 6.5 with no component score below 6.0
• Cambridge English: minimum overall score of 176 on one of the following:
  • B2 First
  • C1 Advanced
  • C2 Proficient
• PTE – Pearson Test of English (Academic): Overall Score of 65 with no sub-score under 60
• Duolingo English Test (DET): minimum score of 115 with no sub-score under 90
• LanguageCert Academic Test: minimum band score of 70-74 with no individual score less than 65

Document Required: Official English assessment test score report sent to Bishop’s University directly from the testing organization.

*Please note that Cambridge English test scores are considered “valid” for a period of no more than four years from the date the test score was achieved.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.