All applicants must be fluent enough in English to understand instructors and the technical language used in their subject area. The following is a list of English proficiency assessments recognized for admission to our programs. Test results must be dated within the past two years.
If you’re applying through the Student Direct Stream (SDS) program, please note the following test scores:
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System Academic): 6.0 overall band score, with no band lower than 6.0
- CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Test): Minimum overall score of 60
- PTE (Pearson Test of English Academic): Minimum overall score of 60
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language iBT): Minimum overall score of 83
For programs listing a higher test requirement, the higher score will be required for admissions. Priority for admission will be given to those who meet SDS requirements. Review the list of eligible SDS countries on the SDS website. Please note, only IELTS is eligible if the application was received prior to August 10, 2023. Only in-person format to be accepted for the SDS.
English Language Test |
St. Lawrence College Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma programs |
St. Lawrence College Fast-Track, Graduate Certificate, and Degree programs |
Laurentian University Collaborative Bachelor of Business Administration Degree program |
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic |
Overall 6.0 with no band less than 6.0 |
Overall 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 |
6.5 with no band less than 6.0 |
TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) or Home Edition |
78 |
83 |
88 |
TOEFL Computer-based Test |
213 |
220 |
230 |
TOEFL Paper-based Test (PBT) |
N/A |
N/A |
570 |
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL. In-person or Online) |
Overall 60 |
Overall 60 |
Overall 70 with no part below 60 |
EIKEN (Test in Practical English Proficiency) Note: Students from India are not eligible to submit the results of this test as proof of English proficiency. |
Pre-1 |
Pre-1 |
Not accepted |
The Michigan English Test Note: Students from India are not eligible to submit the results of this test as proof of English proficiency. |
Overall 58 with no individual score below 56
ECCE/ECPE 650 or higher |
Overall 62 with no individual score below 60
ECCE/ECPE 650 or higher |
80 |
Pearson Test of English -Academic (Online & In-person) |
60 |
63 |
63 |
Cambridge English Proficiency Note: Students from India are not eligible to submit the results of this test as proof of English proficiency. |
173 |
180 |
180 |
Duolingo (Temporarily accepted) Note: Students from India are not eligible to submit Duolingo results as proof of English proficiency. * Students have to send their Duolingo results directly to SLC through their Duolingo online portal |
Overall 110 with no sub score less than 85 |
Overall 120 with no sub score less than 95 |
Not Applicable |
Integrated English On-Campus Program (ESL)
If you do not meet the proof of English proficiency requirements, we offer English upgrading with an academic focus. Please click the link for more information about our IEOC program.
English Pathway Partners
English Language Partner Institutions |
Requirement for entering St. Lawrence College Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs |
Requirement for entering St. Lawrence College Fast-Track, Graduate Certificate and Degree programs
(Please inquire for Laurentian University Collaborative programs partner institutions) |
Queen’s University School of English |
Advanced Level Certificate or higher |
Advanced Level Certificate or higher |
Canadian College of English Language |
Certificate and Diploma: Level 140 with a minimum grade of 60%
Advanced Diploma: Level 145 with a minimum grade of 60% |
Level 145 with a minimum grade of 60% |
Canadian Language Learning College |
University Pathway Program Level 7 with a minimum grade of 75% |
University Pathway Program Level 8 with a minimum grade of 80% |
Centre for English Studies |
Successful completion of the English for Academic Purposes program with a minimum overall grade of 75% |
Successful completion of the English for Academic Purposes program with a minimum grade of 80% |
EC English Language Centres Canada |
Successful completion Pre-Advanced with an overall grade of 70% |
Successful completion of Advanced with an overall grade of 70% |
East Coast Language College (Oxford Int.) |
Successful completion of the University College Transfer Program 400 with a minimum grade of 75% |
Successful completion of the University & College Pathway Program 500 with a minimum grade of 75% |
English School of Canada (ESC) |
Successful completion of the University College Transfer Program (UCTP) with an overall grade of 70% |
Successful completion of the University College Transfer Program (UCTP) with an overall grade of 80% |
Halifax Language Institute of Canada |
University bridging program with a minimum grade of 75% |
University bridging program with a minimum grade of 75% |
Hansa Language Centre |
Successful completion of EAP: Level 9 with an overall grade of 80% or higher |
Successful completion of EAP: Level 10 with an overall grade of 80% or higher |
Heartland International English School |
Successful completion of Advanced 1 (Level 4) with an overall grade of 80% |
Successful completion of Advanced 2 (level 5) with an overall grade of 80% |
ILSC Canada (Vancouver, Toronto & Montreal) |
Successful completion of the Academic Level: A1 with a minimum grade of B |
Successful completion of the Academic Level: A2 with a minimum grade of B |
International Centre for English Academic Preparation (Toronto) |
Successful completion of the Bridge Program/Level 7 with a minimum overall grade of 60% and no skill below 55% |
Successful completion of the Bridge Program/Level 7 with a minimum grade of 70% and no skill below 65% |
International Language Academy of Canada (ILAC) |
Successful completion of the University Pathway Program 3.2 |
Successful completion of the University Pathway Program 3.3 |
The Language Gallery of Canada |
Successful completion of the University Pathway Program Level 5 with a minimum grade of 80% |
Successful completion of the University Pathway Program Level 6 with a minimum grade of 80% |
Language Studies International |
Successful completion of Level 4: Upper-Intermediate with a minimum grade of 80% |
Successful completion of Level 5: Advanced with a minimum grade of 80% |
Quest |
Level 8 or 9 with a minimum grade of 75% on the Academic Pathway Exit Test |
Level 8 or 9 with a minimum grade of 80% on the Academic Pathway Exit Test |
Royal Canadian Institute of International Studies |
English for Academic Purposes program with a minimum grade of 70% overall and a final exam score of 6.5 |
English for Academic Purposes program with a minimum grade of 75% overall and a final exam score of 6.5 |
Sprott Shaw Language Centre |
English for Post-Secondary Education with a minimum grade of 80% in course work and 65% in final exit test |
English for Post-Secondary Education with a minimum grade of 80% in course work and 65% in final exit test |
Stafford House Toronto |
Successful completion of the Academic College Prep Program: Level 6 with an overall grade of 80% |
Successful completion of the Academic College Prep Program: Level 7 with an overall grade of 80% |
Tamwood International College |
Successful completion of EAP Level 194 with an overall grade of 70% |
Successful completion of EAP Level 194 with an overall grade of 80% |
Upper Madison College |
English for Academic Purposes Level 15 with a minimum grade of 70% |
English for Academic Purposes Level 15 with a minimum grade of 70% |