Student Information
Alternate Contact
AP
Please fill in this application form as completely as possible. Incomplete forms will delay the processing of your application. We
recommend you apply well in advance of your start date. This will allow you enough time to make visa and travel arrangements.
Family Name
First Name
Permanent Mailing Address
City Province /State Country Postal Code
Birth Date (day/month/year) Male Female
Home Telephone Number Cell Number
Applicant’s personal email for advance placement testing (required)
Nationality Native Language
Applying for a student visa
Have a student visa Expiry Date: ___________________________
Tourist/working holiday Visa Expiry Date: ____________________
Canadian citizen or Landed immigrant
Other (Please specify): ______________________________________
Education Agent
Canadian Embassy/Consulate
Friend or Family
Former Guelph Student Name: _________________________________
Website Name: ______________________________________________
Education Fair (please specify): _________________________________
Other (please specify): ________________________________________
Agent Family Friend
Contact Name
Agency Name
Address
City Province /State Country Postal Code
Telephone: Fax: Cell:
Email
Relationship to student
Mail package to: Alternate Contact Student
I allow my alternate contact to communicate with you
about my application: Yes No
Signature
Do you require accommodation services?
Yes, I would like information about Homestay and
Campus Residence
No, I will find my own accommodation
If you have any questions, please email ELP
Homestay Service at homestay@uoguelph.ca
Telephone: +1-519-824-4120 Ext 52149
Fax: +1-519-767-1114
E-mail: esl@uoguelph.ca
Website: www.elpguelph.ca
English Language Programs 2020
University of Guelph
Open Learning and Educational Support
160 Johnston Hall
Guelph, ON, CANADA N1G 2W1
University Website: www.uoguelph.ca
English Language Certificate Program Application Form
Status in Canada
How did you hear about this program?
ELP Guelph www.elpguelph.ca
Accommodation
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signature
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Secondary School:
Have you graduated from high school? Yes No
Name & location of school:________________________________________
Date of completion: _____________________________________________
University:
Have you graduated from university? Yes No
Date:_______________________ Degree __________________________
Name of institution: _____________________________________________
Major area of study: _____________________________________________
Have you attended any other university or college? Yes No
Name of institution: _____________________________________________
Major area of study: _____________________________________________
English Classes:
Do you currently attend English Classes? Yes No
Name of institution: _____________________________________________
Dates of study: _________________________________________________
Program requirements are subject to change without notice. It is the
responsibility of the student to ensure they meet the admission requirements
for admission to degree programs.
Undergraduate Studies at University of Guelph
I will apply for admission to the University of Guelph:
Guaranteed Admission Pathway ELCP + Open Learning program
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Commerce
I will apply/have already applied for admission to the University of Guelph
through the Ontario Universities Application Centre
Program/Major: ______________ U of G ID number: _________________
U of G email: ___________________________________________________
Graduate Studies at University of Guelph
I have already applied for admission to graduate studies at the University
of Guelph.
Program/Major: ______________ U of G ID number: _________________
U of G email: ___________________________________________________
I will apply for admission to graduate studies and will request admission
conditional upon completion of the Advanced level of the English Language
Certificate Program.
Program/Major: _________________________________________________
Undergraduate Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University
I will apply for undergraduate admission to Wilfrid Laurier University
Program/Major: ________________________________________________
Wilfrid Laurier University ID number: ________________________________
Other Academic Goals
I will apply for admission to another university.
I will return to study at a university in my home country.
I do not plan to study at university.
I will enter Canada alone.
I will be traveling with my spouse.
I will be traveling with my spouse and children.
I will be travelling with a parent.
I will be traveling with my brother or sister.
English Language Certificate Program
Start Dates (please select one)
Winter A 2020
Winter B 2020
Summer A 2020
Summer B 2020
Fall A 2020
Fall B 2020
Jan. 8 to Feb. 28, 2020
Mar. 4 to Apr. 23, 2020
May 6 to June 26, 2020
June 29 to Aug. 20, 2020
Sept. 2 to Oct. 23, 2020
Oct. 28 to Dec. 17, 2020
Intended Length of Study
7 weeks only 14 weeks or longer
Program Fees
Fees are listed in Canadian dollars. The application
fee is non-refundable. Please note that text book
costs ($250-$500) is extra
14 Weeks
7 Weeks
Application Fee
$150
$150
Tuition
$5,150 $2,688
Student Service Fee
$760 $575
Medical Insurance
$220
$110
Total fees
$6,280 $3,523
Government Sponsorship
I currently have sponsorship from my government
I have applied for sponsorship from my government
I do not have sponsorship from my government
By signing below I agree that I have read and
understood the following statements:
The ELCP is an intensive academic program for
university preparation.
The ELCP has an English only policy in
classrooms, labs and activities
The ELCP has a strict attendance policy. Students
who do not attend class will be required to
withdraw without refund.
The $150 application fee is non-refundable.
It is my responsibility to read the Student
Information posted online at www.elpguelph.ca
I have read and understood the current published
refund policies on the website www.elpguelph.ca
Signature of Applicant Date
Academics - Current Status
Program Selection and Fees
Academic Goals
Application Checklist
ELP Guelph www.elpguelph.ca
www.eslguelph.ca
Family Members
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signature
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English Language Certificate Program Application Form
If applicable, please indicate your current score on one of the following English proficiency tests:
TOEFL PBT __________ TOEIC _______________ TOEFL iBT ___________ IELTS _______________
Using the table at the bottom of the page, please rate yourself in the following areas:
I confirm that this ALTE rating is based on my own personal assessment of my ability, and not that of my agent.
I understand that I may be required to complete pre-arrival language testing without assistance of any kind.
I understand that I will take an English language placement test when I arrive on campus at the University of Guelph.
I understand that if my language level is lower than that required to participate in the program, the University of Guelph also
reserves the right to refuse my registration without refund of tuition paid.
Signature of Applicant Date
Association of Language Testers in Europe: Skill Level Summaries (Can-Do statements)
ALTE Level
Listening / Speaking
Reading
Writing
Level 0
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
ALTE Level
Listening/Speaking
Reading
Writing
ALTE Level
0
CAN understand basic instructions or
take part in a basic factual
conversation on a predictable topic.
CAN understand basic notices,
instructions or information.
CAN complete basic forms, and write
notes including times, dates and
places.
ALTE Level
1
CAN express simple opinions or
requirements in a familiar context.
CAN understand straightforward
information within a known area, such
as on products and signs and simple
textbooks or reports on familiar
matters.
CAN complete forms and write short
simple letters or postcards related to
personal information.
ALTE Level
2
CAN express opinions on
abstract/cultural matters in a limited
way or offer advice within a known
area, and understand instructions or
public announcements.
CAN understand routine information
and articles, and the general meaning
of non-routine information within a
familiar area.
CAN write letters or make notes on
familiar or predictable matters.
ALTE Level
3
CAN follow or give a talk on a familiar
topic or keep up a conversation on a
fairly wide range of topics.
CAN scan texts for relevant
information, and understand detailed
instructions or advice.
CAN make notes while someone is
talking or write a letter including
non-standard requests.
ALTE Level
4
CAN contribute effectively to meetings
and seminars within own area of work
or keep up a casual conversation with
a good degree of fluency, coping with
abstract expressions.
CAN read quickly enough to cope with
an academic course, to read the media
for information or to understand non-
standard correspondence.
CAN prepare/draft professional
correspondence, take reasonably
accurate notes in meetings or write an
essay which shows an ability to
communicate.
ALTE Level
5
CAN advise on or talk about complex
or sensitive issues, understanding
colloquial references and dealing
confidently with hostile questions.
CAN understand documents,
correspondence and reports, including
the finer points of complex texts.
CAN write letters on any subject and
full notes of meetings or seminars with
good expression and accuracy.
Telephone: +1-519-824-4120 Ext 52149
Fax: +1-519-767-1114
E-mail: esl@uoguelph.ca
Website: www.elpguelph.ca
English Language Programs 2020
University of Guelph
Open Learning and Educational Support
160 Johnston Hall
Guelph, ON, CANADA N1G 2W1
University Website: www.uoguelph.ca
English Language Proficiency / ALTE Self-Assessment