(LINKS NEED TO BE REVIEWED & SETUP)
International students are an important part of what makes CLBI a Bible college unlike any other. Our campus has a rich history of hosting international students from countries all around the world, including Tanzania, Brazil, Norway, Switzerland, USA, Colombia, Slovakia, and many more. International students can attend CLBI for a 1,2, or 4 year program (3rd year internship program and 4th year bachelor program students will complete their education off campus). For more info on our program email our Director of Admissions at admissions@clbi.edu.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma (Or equivalent)
- Study Permits (More info HERE)
- Proof of Adequate Funds (Including all student and travel fees, plus an additional $20,635. More info HERE)
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
International students who have completed an academic high school program comparable to the Alberta program and who possess proficiency in oral and written English will be considered for admission. Students for whom English is not a first language are required to present validation of facility in English by one of the following:
- New Internet Based TOEFL (iBT) – minimum of 83 overall, with a score of 20 in each of four testings, within the last three years (More info HERE)
- A score of 7 using the Academic Reading and Writing Modules on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) within the last three years (More info HERE)
- A score of 70 on the Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) within the last three years (More info HERE)
- Successful completion of at least two years of formal, full-time study, consisting of not less than three courses per semester at an English secondary or post-secondary institution in an English-speaking country which CLBI recognizes as English language proficiency exempt, during the five consecutive years immediately preceding the session to which the student is applying for admission.
To find out if you are eligible to apply, click HERE to check your eligibility.
Please note: CLBI is a non-accredited undergraduate school and does not accept previous degrees. For international students applying for our Bachelor’s Degree program and uses previous education from outside Canada to fulfill the Liberal Arts requirements to complete the B.A.C.S., IQAS and CHEA will be utilized to assess the credentials of the educational institution from which the student is transferring.
APPLYING AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
If you are a non-Canadian citizen, we ask that you begin the CLBI application process at least 10 months before the start date of the program year you wish to attend. Upon submitting an application, all international students must submit an application fee of $150.00 (CAD). After students receive their letter of acceptance, students are to submit an additional tuition deposit of $250.00 to reserve their spot in the program.
STUDY PERMITS
Detailed information about studying in Canada as an international student can be found HERE For information regarding the study permit process, click HERE
IMMIGRATION, REFUGEES & CITIZENSHIP
- CLBI does not provide advice or counsel regarding immigration issues.
- CLBI does not provide on campus work options, or provide counsel regarding immigration matters.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT HEALTHCARE
All international students attending CLBI must apply for Alberta Health Care coverage upon arrival in Canada. Click on the following links to find out more information on:
- Alberta Health Care Coverage Information
- Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan Eligibility
APPLY FOR ALBERTA HEALTH CARE COVERAGE
If a student does not qualify for Alberta Health Care, CLBI requires that you obtain adequate health care coverage through alternative care providers. Medical services are available through a number of facilities in the Camrose area. The nearest hospital is St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose.
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICE SUPPORT
For support with health and social services for international students, click on the following links:
- Alberta Health Services
- Camrose & District Support Services