International Students

Starting a new life in a new country can be difficult. Stenberg College wants to support you in getting a head start by offering you the opportunity to receive quality, industry-accredited education to help launch your career in Canada. All our career-oriented programs include hands-on practicums, allowing you to apply the knowledge and skills you learned in class to a career setting.

International students can obtain Post Graduate Work Permits (PGWP) only upon completion of a diploma or degree at a public post-secondary institution. This is why Stenberg College offers our graduates pathway options, for certain programs, with British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT).

If you are looking for a rewarding career in health care, technology, or with children, Stenberg can give you the tools and education you need to be successful.

Finances

You should budget anywhere from $780 to $1400 per month for your living expenses, depending on the type of accommodation you book. This would include housing, food and transportation.

Admission Requirements

English Requirements: Applicants whose native language is not English and wish to study at Stenberg College in one of the diploma programs MUST demonstrate their proficiency in English by way of Academic IELTS or PTE with minimum scores in IELTS of 6.0 overall and a PTE score of 51* *Except where specified in the individual program admission requirements. For academic requirements, please refer to individual program pages.

Study in Canada

More than 130,000 students choose to come to study in Canada every year!

Why study in Canada?

Canada is one of the best countries to live in worldwide according to the UN
The quality of Canada’s education system is among the best in the world
Canadian diplomas are recognized worldwide
There is real potential for finding employment in Canada upon completion of your studies
Canada has a stable political and cultural landscape
Health care services are excellent
The opportunity to learn or master another language is at your fingertips
Canada is multicultural

For more information on the benefits of studying in Canada, visit EduCanada.

Travelling to Canada

Don’t forget to bring the following important documents:

Valid Passport
Acceptance letter from Stenberg College
Student visa
Original documents required for your College admission
International driver’s license (request from your local transportation authorities before leaving)
Medical report (if applicable)
Medicine prescriptions (if applicable)

Please make sure that all these documents are with you in your carry-on, such as your backpack or hand luggage, and NOT in your checked luggage as you will need them at the Immigration Checkpoint for the issuance of the Study Permit. The checked luggage is picked up after you clear Immigration.

Accommodation in Surrey

There are many homestay accommodations available in Surrey, Vancouver and the surrounding area. A homestay is an affordable accommodation alternative to renting and it allows you to have the opportunity to develop a support system with your host. We encourage you to explore these options online, but we can also direct you to several options in the list below:

If you require any further assistance with finding accommodations, please email [email protected]