English Language Learning (ELL) (Online)

How To Apply

Students who take the ELL program will have preferential consideration for Provincial Attestation Letters (PAL) for on campus programs at Centennial College.

Based on communicative teaching and learning practices, English Language Learning (ELL) Online is an intensive four-level, full-time program designed for international students who wish to improve their English language skills. If you're an international student, this program will help you build on and improve your language skills for success in college, university and your career. Upon completing ELL Level 5, you have a direct pathway into the first college communication course with no additional testing.

ELL's four levels (Beginner, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, High Intermediate) run each semester.
You'll be placed into one of the four levels depending on the results of a placement assessment that will ensure you are in the correct language level.
Each level runs for one semester and is divided into five modules.
You can start the program at the beginning of any module.
There are 3 hours each day of live classes with your professor and 5 hours each week of online activities

ELL Online will offer you the opportunity to:

Interact with students from around the world in your classes;
Have a direct pathway to college communication courses;
Develop effective academic communication and critical thinking skills;
Experience the expectations for study in a Canadian post-secondary environment;
Participate in communicative activities, interactive exercises, group work and presentations;
Access helpful resources and services (tutoring services, library, counselling);
Learn from highly qualified and dedicated English as an Additional Language teaching professionals who provide quality instruction, encouragement and guidance.

The ELL Program is fully accredited by Langaugaes Canada.

Program Overview

Students who take the ELL program will have preferential consideration for Provincial Attestation Letters (PAL) for on campus programs at Centennial College.

ELL's four levels (Beginner, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, High Intermediate) run each semester.
You'll be placed into one of the four levels depending on the results of a placement assessment that will ensure you are in the correct language level.
Each level runs for one semester and is divided into five modules.
You can start the program at the beginning of any module.
There are 3 hours each day of live classes with your professor and 5 hours each week of online activities

ELL Online will offer you the opportunity to:

Interact with students from around the world in your classes;
Have a direct pathway to college communication courses;
Develop effective academic communication and critical thinking skills;
Experience the expectations for study in a Canadian post-secondary environment;
Participate in communicative activities, interactive exercises, group work and presentations;
Access helpful resources and services (tutoring services, library, counselling);
Learn from highly qualified and dedicated English as an Additional Language teaching professionals who provide quality instruction, encouragement and guidance.

The ELL Program is fully accredited by Langaugaes Canada.

Courses

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Career Options and Education Pathways

Future Alumni

English Language Learning (ELL) Online offers you the opportunity to improve your English language skills, which is advantageous when applying to college or university courses or starting a career.

Students completing ELL Online level 5 have direct pathways to college communication courses if they study for a full semester.

Program Highlights

In the English Language Learning (ELL) Online program, you can improve your English language skills before your next academic or professional step, while qualifying to study at Centennial College full-time.

You'll meet the English language requirements for the workplace, for education and for everyday life.
The ELL Online program has direct pathways to college communication courses.
You will engage in experiential activities with students from around the globe.
ELL Online provides you with the flexibility to be an active participant in your own learning.
In each module, you will have assessments and activities to demonstrate your learning and progress.
Upon completion, you will be able to live at ease in an English-speaking environment and understand the expectations for study at a Canadian post-secondary level.
You can seamlessly transfer from online classes to on-campus classes when a study permit is obtained.
Students completing the ELL Online program have preferential consideration for Provincial Attestation Letters (PAL).

Career Outlook

Career preparation
College or university preparation
Course preparation

Accreditation

The English Language Learning Program is fully accredited by Languages Canada.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

English Language Learning (ELL) is designed for International students who wish to upgrade their English skills. If you are an international student and are interested in this program, please contact the Centennial College International Centre.

You cannot apply to this program at Ontariocolleges.ca.

How to Apply

Download and complete our English Language Learning (ELL) Application Form.
Please email the completed and signed application form along with scanned copies of your academic transcripts to the designated contact listed on our website for your country of residence.
- Note: If you have taken an English test within the last two years, include a scanned copy. However, prior English proficiency testing is not required for admission to this program.
Contact your Regional Admissions Team member to check your application status.
Upon receiving an offer of acceptance, pay your fees to secure a seat in your program.

Are you a Centennial College agent? Please submit a paper application.

Download the Centennial College Paper Application Form.
Please submit the completed application form along with scanned copies of the student's certified documents (in one combined PDF). Please email it to the email address assigned for the applicant’s country of residence.

Tuition and Fees

Fees noted below are estimates only. Tuition is based on the English Language Learning (ELL) program 15, 13, 9, 6 and 3 week durations beginning Summer 2025.

Fee	15 Weeks	13 Weeks	9 Weeks	6 Weeks	3 Weeks
Tuition	$2,755.14	$2,380.31	$1,630.64	$1,068.40	$506.15
Ancillary Fees	$194.86	$176.36	$139.36	$111.60	$83.85
Total	$2,950.00	$2,556.67	$1,770.00	$1,180.00	$590.00

Students studying online out of Canada can sign a waiver to adjust the International Student Support Program and Insurance Fees.
Domestic and international part-time students are charged mandatory health insurance and incidental fees. Incidental fees include student service fee, technology fee, student activity fee and program incidental fees.
Centennial College reserves the right to make changes, without prior notice, affecting but not limited to areas such as admission procedures, tuition, other fees, courses of instruction, program location, programs of study and general regulations. CentennialCollege will not be liable for any loss or damage incurred by the student as a result of such changes.
International students who choose not to study at Centennial College after accepting an offer for the 15-week program will be charged a $3,000 non-refundable tuition fee. Other program lengths will be decided on a case-by-case basis. To inquire about refunds, please contact internationalrefund@centennialcollege.ca.

International Student Support Fee

The International Student Support Fee supports the mental health of international students by providing access to counselling services that are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via different methods including in-person, telephone and online.

Ancillary Fees Descriptions

Learn more about Ancillary Fees at Centennial College

Start Dates

Summer 2025

Module	New Student Orientation	Placement Skills Assessment
Module 1: May 1-16	April 29	April 30
Module 2: May 20-June 6	May 15	May 14
Module 3: June 9-July 4	June 5	June 4
Module 4: July 7-25	July 3	July 2
Module 5: July 28-August 13	July 24	July 23

Fall 2025

Module	New Student Orientation	Placement Skills Assessment
Module 1: September 2-12	August 28	August 27
Module 2: September 2-October 3	September 11	September 10
Module 3: October 6-31	October 3	October 2
Module 4: November 3-21	October 30	October 29
Module 5: November 24-December 12	November 20	November 19

Winter 2026

Module	New Student Orientation	Placement Skills Assessment
Module 1: January 12-23	January 8	January 7
Module 2: January 26-February 13	February 5	February 4
Module 3: February 17-March 13	February 12	February 11
Module 4: March 16-April 2	March 12	March 11
Module 5: April 6-24	April 2	April 1

Summer 2026

Module	New Student Orientation	Placement Skills Assessment
Module 1: May 11-22	May 7	May 6
Module 2: May 25-June 12	May 15	May 14
Module 3: June 15-July 10	June 11	June 10
Module 4: July 13-31	July 9	July 8
Module 5: August 3-21	July 30	July 29

Advising

https://www.centennialcollege.ca/student-life/student-services/centennial-advising-and-pathways-services/

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