About this program

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Enhance your English skills with Douglas College's ELLA program. Prepare for academic success in Canada. Apply now to start your journey!

Catalog description

Enhance your English skills with Douglas College's ELLA program. Prepare for academic success in Canada. Apply now to start your journey!

Program Description Douglas College English Language Learning and Acquisition (ELLA) courses are designed to: Develop the essential academic language skills needed for success in a Canadian college or university. Introduce students to the research and critical thinking skills necessary for post-secondary studies. Prepare graduates to communicate effectively and confidently in an English learning environment. Students who successfully complete the highest level of courses meet the English proficiency requirements for any Douglas College course and may be eligible for the Students who successfully complete the highest level of courses meet the English proficiency requirements for any Douglas College course and may be eligible for the Certificate of Proficiency in College Preparatory English.

At a glance

Partner school: Douglas College - New Westminster
Campus location: New Westminster, Canada
Program level: English as Second Language (ESL)
Program length: 4-12 month ESL program
Delivery: In Class
Taught in: English

Eligibility & admission

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Campus location

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Douglas College - New Westminster

New Westminster, Canada

700 Royal Avenue

New Westminster

British Columbia

V3M 5Z5

Canada

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700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3M 5Z5, Canada

Zinjet fee: CA$120

Cost & program facts

Tuition as published · year-1 estimate · app fee in ₦

Year 1 total (estimate)

CA$40,588

≈ ₦44,646,800

Tuition (listed)CA$15,588
Living costs (~12 mo)2,000 CAD × 12 mo mid-band (guide)CA$24,000
Health insurance (est. annual)CA$900
Application fee (listed)CA$100

COL guide basis 2026-08-08

Estimate only — tuition and living costs vary by city, lifestyle, and institution. Confirm with your Zinjet agent before paying. Monthly mid-band living cost guides for students. Not guarantees — lifestyle, city, and housing vary.

Gross tuition

Published as year

CA$15,588

Application fee

CA$120

You pay (Paystack)

Converted to Naira at admin FX rates

₦132,000

Cost of living / yr

Per year: CA$22,895

Program level

English as Second Language (ESL)

Duration

4-12 month ESL program

Delivery

In Class

Language

English

CIP code

16.1701

Other fees

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Intakes

Fall 2026
Open
Start: Sep 1, 2026
Submission deadline: May 31, 2026
Open date: Nov 7, 2025
Winter 2027
Open
Start: Jan 1, 2027
Submission deadline: Sep 30, 2026
Open date: Feb 2, 2026
Spring 2027
Open
Start: May 1, 2027
Submission deadline: Jan 31, 2027
Open date: Jul 22, 2026
Fall 2027
Open
Start: Sep 1, 2027
Submission deadline: May 31, 2027
Winter 2028
Open
Start: Jan 1, 2028
Submission deadline: Sep 30, 2027
Spring 2028
Open
Start: May 1, 2028
Submission deadline: Jan 31, 2028

Visa & post-study work

Canada · Study permit

Most international students need a study permit before classes start. Prepare proof of funds, a letter of acceptance, and identity documents early.

Post-study work

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) · up to ~36 months

Eligible graduates may apply for a PGWP. Length depends on program length and current IRCC rules (often up to 3 years for longer programs). Not all programs or schools are PGWP-eligible — confirm DLI and program status.

IRCC study permit PGWP overview

Policy notes last reviewed 2026-08-08. Not legal advice — verify on official sites.

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