International Admissions Process

Learn about HSC's international admissions process and find out why we are the leading choice for students in Canada on a study permit.

HSC’s International Admissions Process

HSC boasts a diverse and inclusive student body, one that benefits from the unique qualities that each student brings to our learning environment.

Admission to HSC is not dependent on a single factor. Our admissions committee considers a variety of aspects when reviewing a prospective student including academic records, test and/or assessment results and interviews as well as the student’s character, talents and leadership qualities.

As English is the primary language of instruction and communication at HSC, applicants must demonstrate an adequate level of proficiency in English, regardless of their citizenship or country of origin.

Minimum Test Requirements for Applicants

	TOEFL	IELTS	SSAT	Duolingo	TOELF ITF Plus	Vericant	Oxford	Steps	CEFR
	11+	16+	12+			16+	All ages	ON Curr.
Gr. 5	Junior 3			60-70			YL 41-60		B1
Gr. 6	Junior 4		1600	70-85			YL 61-80		B1
Gr. 7	Junior 4/5		1650	90-100			50-60	0/1	B2
Gr. 8	Junior 5		1675	100-115			60-70	1/2	B2
Gr. 9	ibt 60-78	6	1725	100-115/120-140	543	4	70-80	2/3	B2/C1
Gr. 10	ibt 79-93	6.5	1800	120-140	627	5	80-90	3/4	C1
Gr. 11	ibt 94-101	6.5	1800	120-140	18/9	5/6	90-100	4/6	C1
Gr. 12	ibt 102-109	6.5	1900	120-140	627	6	100-110	5/6	C1
Non-ESL	ibt 110-120	6.5	1900			6	110-120	N/A	C1

Below we’ve outlined the step-by-step process for applying to HSC as an international student.

Whenever possible, candidates are encouraged to visit the College for an initial tour.
The application process begins with the creation of an online account, which will be your portal to completing your online application.
Supporting documents will be uploaded to the application checklist and will require;
- A copy of the applicant’s proof of birth, passport / or birth certificate
- Both official and English translated copies of school reports for the previous two years.
When English is not the applicant’s first language, an English proficiency assessment may be requested at the discretion of the Admissions Office.
Once you have completed the application you will be directed to pay, via credit card, a non-refundable $250.00 international application fee.
Following receipt of your application, the Admissions Office will contact you to arrange a visit day if possible, or an online interview.
Once the application process is complete, applicants will receive a timely decision and accepted students will be issued an enrolment package. To secure placement, all enrolment forms must be completed and returned within 7 business days including full payment of the tuition fees as well as the non-refundable $4,500.00 international registration fee.
Upon receipt of full fees and completed enrolment forms, the College will issue a letter of acceptance, (LOA) for immigration purposes.