Who is Eligible?
- Students age 14 to 18, entering Grade 9 to 12
- New international secondary students attending YRDSB secondary schools beginning the September semester
- Short-term international student visitors
- Current YRDSB international students (may only participate in ONE summer credit program offered by YRDSB)
- International students attending non-YRDSB secondary school (private/public school)
- Students must be able to begin on the first day of class, and attend full-time for the entire duration of the program
Registrations must be received before May 31st to secure their place in the program and accommodation. Registrations after this date will be subject to availability.
Application Steps to Follow
Step 1
- Download and fill out the ESL Summer Credit application form.
- Provide a photocopy of the passport.
- Download and complete the supplementary information form
- Homestay is available to all participants.
Step 2
Submit the documents listed in Step 1, along with the full payment to:
Admissions Office
International Education Services
Education Support Centre
39 Dunning Avenue. Aurora, ON L4G 1A2.
Tel: 905 884 2046 ext. 237
Email: admissions@yrdsb.ca
Payment can be made in one of the following ways:
- Within Canada, payment by money order, bank draft or certified cheque payable to York Region District School Board
- Outside of Canada, payment by electronic wire transfer must be made via the WU® GlobalPay for Students payments platform. This approved and reliable service allows you to pay in local currency ensuring payments will be received on time and in full.
Step 3
- Once York Region District School Board has received all documents and full payment, a Letter of Acceptance and Receipt of payment will be issued to the parent/custodian/agency.
Step 4
- Once required travel documents have been received, and airline flights are confirmed, complete and return the Arrival Confirmation Form to the Admissions Office by email: admissions@yrdsb.ca
Step 5
- Arrive at school on Monday morning at 8:30 a.m. for documentation verification.
Fee Schedule
| Students | Program Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| All non-YRDSB students | $ 1,888.00 | 4 weeks |
| Existing YRDSB international students | $1,562.50 | 4 weeks |
* Fee includes non refundable registration fee, program fee, medical insurance, and a Toronto excursion.