ELP Guaranteed Admission Pathway
About the Guaranteed Admission Pathway
The combination of the English Language Certificate Program (ELCP) and the Open Learning program provides a flexible option for guaranteed admission to bachelor of commerce and bachelor of arts degrees at the University of Guelph.† This pathway saves you time by allowing you to complete courses toward your degree while you are finishing your advanced English language courses.‡
How it Works
The following steps are required for the Guaranteed Admission Pathway:
- Complete the advanced level of the English Language Certificate Program
- Complete four online undergraduate courses with a 70% cumulative average†
- Enter your program with four degree-level courses (2.00 credits) already completed
Please note that this pathway program is designed for English language learners and is structured differently than our Guaranteed Admission Pathway for Open Learning program students.
†Only for students who have not studied at a post-secondary institution
‡Students must achieve an overall average of 80% or higher in levels 7 and 8, or in levels 8 and 9 to be eligible to begin Open Learning degree-credit courses while completing the advanced level of ELCP.
Dates, Fees & Refund Policy
Summer A | May 5, 2025
- April 4, 2025: Application Deadline
- May 1, 2025: New Student Check-In and Orientation
- May 5 – June 20, 2025: Class Dates
Summer B | June 30, 2025
- June 6, 2025: Application Deadline
- June 26, 2025: New Student Check-In and Orientation
- June 30 – August 15, 2025: Class Dates
Fall A | September 4, 2025
- August 1, 2025: Application Deadline
- September 2, 2025: New Student Check-In and Orientation
- September 4 – October 17, 2025: Class Dates
Fall B | October 27, 2025
- October 3, 2025: Application Deadline
- October 23, 2025: New Student Check-In and Orientation
- October 27 – December 12, 2025: Class Dates
2025 Fees
| Required Expenses | 7 Weeks | 14 Weeks | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | $150 | $150 | Application fees are non-refundable. |
| Tuition Fee | $3,057 | $5,855 | Tuition fee includes cost of placement testing as well as some study materials. |
| Student Services Fee | $600 | $793 | Fee includes use of library facilities, Athletic Centre, email account, Internet services, bus pass and social events. |
| Medical Insurance | $110 | $220 | |
| Textbooks | $250 | $250-500 | Textbooks are sold at the University Bookstore. |
Please note that all costs are subject to change.
New Applicants - ELCP Refund Policy
| Refund Request Deadline | With an Original Visa Refusal Document | Without an Original Visa Refusal Document |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 2 calendar months prior to the first day of class | 100% tuition deposit | 50% tuition deposit |
| Less than 2 calendar months prior to the first day of class | 100% tuition deposit | 0% tuition deposit |
Current Students - ELCP Refund Policy
| Refund Request Deadline | Refund Amount |
| Up to 10 business days before the first day of class | 70% of current 7-week course fees* + 100% any additional fees** |
| Up to the 5th day of class | 50% of current 7-week course fees* + 100% any additional fees** |
| After 5th day of class | 0% of current 7-week course fees* + 100% any additional fees** |
* Course fees = Tuition + Student Services
** Medical insurance fees are non-refundable
The refund policy applies only to fees paid to the University of Guelph English Language Programs. Any additional fees paid to third parties are not subject to this policy.
ELP applicants must request a refund and forward a copy (PDF) of their IRCC denial letter to esl@uoguelph.ca within two months of the denial letter date. Refund requests received after this time frame will be denied.
Application Fee: The $150 application fee is non-refundable. All housing application fees $375/$525 are non-refundable.
Credit Course Refund Policy
This applies only to fees paid for OpenEd credit courses.
Please see the Open Learning Program Refund Policy.
Contact
If you require more information about the ELP Guaranteed Admission Pathway, please email the English Language Programs office.