GAS-English for Academic Purposes
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Program Highlights
- September, January, and May start dates
- Credits toward your future college program in classes with Canadian students and teachers:
- General Education course
- Optional field-specific undergraduate course
- OSAP available for domestic students
- Consistent daily schedule (9am-3pm) that supports families and extra-curricular activities.
- International and domestic students from a variety of countries study together, and all professors are TESL certified.
- Part-time study is possible! Contact EAP [at] mohawkcollege.ca (EAP[at]mohawkcollege[dot]ca) for more information.
Learn about the EAP program
Interactive Learning Opportunities:
- Apply English skills in extracurricular activities at the College and in the community.
- Learn to navigate Canadian college classes, campus life, services, and technology.
- Develop cross-cultural awareness and interdisciplinary knowledge at local cultural, technological, environmental, or sporting events.
- Build teamwork, leadership, and communication skills through group projects, volunteering, or helping others.
- Join a college club at Mohawk to share your interests and advance your conversational skills with students from across the college.
- Conversation Club at the Learning Support Centre
- Coffee Club with international students from many college programs
- Mohawk College special interest clubs (badminton, culture, computers, dance…)
Many of these activities, such as volunteering, club participation, or community service, qualify for your Co-Curricular Record at Mohawk College.
Program Length
3 semesters or less, based on language skills placement
Semester: 14 weeks
Hours:
- 22 hours per week (Semesters 1 and 2)
- 21 to 24 hours per week (Semester 3)
Course Overview & Descriptions
Click on the course title for a course description.
Admission
Students are placed into an EAP Semester (level) by language skill level using standard English language test scores.
- To avoid delays or disappointment, we strongly encourage students to obtain their EAP placement level early in the decision-making and application process and before arrival in Canada. This will provide a clear timeline to EAP graduation and your next program. Only EAP Department Faculty or Staff can communicate an accurate placement to you. Contact eap@mohawkcollege.ca to learn about testing, to submit official test results, and to receive a placement in the correct level.
- Students can take a placement test at Mohawk College, or they can provide official test scores.
- Scores must not be more than one year old.
- Students may submit no more than two (2) approved English assessments for placement in EAP. If testing a second time, the second test must be different from the first test. Placement is valid for the current (upcoming) semester and the following semester.
- We accept the following tests:
- IELTS Academic (not a practice test)
- iTEP Snapshot or Academic
- TOEFL iBT
- CLBPT (Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test) or CLB Certificate from a Ministry-approved language school
- We accept Duolingo; however, students must share their full results (not just their certificate) with Mohawk College and must have an interview with EAP faculty to determine placement.
- To support their success, students will usually be placed in an EAP semester according to lowest individual skill score, not overall score, using the chart below.
| Meets Language Requirement for | IELTS ENTRY | iTEP ENTRY | CLB ENTRY | TOEFL iBT ENTRY | DET ENTRY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Certificate or Advanced Diploma Entry | IELTS 6.5 no band below 6.0 | 3.9 | CLB 8 no CLB below 8 | 83 or 88 (program dependent) | 115+ no individual score below 105 |
| Diploma Program Entry | IELTS 6 no band below 5.5 or 6 (program dependent) | 3.7 | CLB 7 no CLB below 7 | 80 | 105+ no individual score lower than 100 |
| EAP Semester 3 CEFR B2 | IELTS 5.5 no band below 5.5 | 3.4 no score below 3.4 | Overall CLB 6 no CLB below 6 | 46 – 79 | 85-100 no score below 85 |
| EAP Semester 2 CEFR B1+ | Overall IELTS 4.5 no band below 4.5 | 2.9 no score below 2.9 | Overall CLB 5 no CLB below 5 | 32 - 45 | 70-80 no score below 70 |
| EAP Semester 1 CEFR B1 | Overall IELTS 3.5 no band below 3.5 | 2.4 no score below 2.4 | Overall CLB 4 no CLB below 4 | TOEFL iBT does not differentiate between scores at 31 or less and cannot be used to differentiate between Pre-EAP and EAP 1. | 55-65 no score below 55 |
| Pre-EAP Foundations | IELTS 2.5 no band below 2.5 | 1.9 no score below 1.9 | Overall CLB 3 no CLB below 3 | 35-50 no score below 35 |
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*The Pre-EAP Foundations course is available to students who do not meet language requirements for the GAS-English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program. Please contact Pre-EAP@mohawkcollege.ca or visit Pre-EAP Foundations for more information.
Note: All Mohawk College Diploma or Advanced Diploma programs require an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent for entry. We strongly recommend that EAP students have a secondary school diploma or 10 years of formal education to enter EAP. This will allow them to meet (or more easily acquire) academic requirements for their next program.
Tuition and Fees
2025 - 2026 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Ancillary Fees | $907.11 | $720.63 | $720.63 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Compulsory Program Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,015.52 | $1,015.52 | $1,015.52 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester | $1,922.63 | $1,736.15 | $1,736.15 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $5,394.93 | ||
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
- Full Cost Breakdown
- Explore payment options
- Book costs for your program can be found through the Campus Store
2025 - 2026 International Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $6,209.41 | $6,022.93 | $6,022.93 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Program Compulsory Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $75.00 | N/A | N/A |
| Total International Per Semester | $6,284.41 | $6,022.93 | $6,022.93 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $18,330.27 | ||
If you pay by wire transfer, please note your bank might charge you a fee to transfer money. Make sure your transfer includes the Mohawk payment and the wire transfer fee. This applies to each wire transfer payment you make.
Additional Information
Financial Assistance
When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career.
As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.
Available Financial Assistance Resources:
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program - OSAP (domestic students only)- Working on Campus
- Additional Sources of Funding
- Financial Assistance Home Page
Apply for Awards:
By submitting a Scholarships and Bursaries Application every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.
Financial Literacy:
Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mohawk College is dedicated to helping students improve their financial literacy and become more confident in managing their money.
- Complete the free online Money Matters Module to earn Co-Curricular Credit!
- Financial Resources and Calculators
How you'll gain skills
- Explore academic content through field trips and site visits. For example, gather information through interactions at a local historical site, technology museum, factory, or nature conservation area, and reflect on your learning.
- Experience interactive simulations to further develop course concepts. For example, participate in simulated interviews, appointments, debates, and other interactions to apply and develop communication skills for academic and community contexts.
To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.
Educational Pathways
Students who successfully complete Semester 3 of the GAS-English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program meet language requirements for admission to most diploma, advanced diploma, and graduate certificate programs in Ontario Colleges.
Please note: Some programs have additional admission requirements, such as secondary school math or science. A few programs with very high-level linguistic demands may require additional language levels or testing, such as IELTS or TOEFL, for admission.
Please check the admission requirements carefully for your future program.
Tech requirements
- Students should have a computer, laptop or tablet for home use. A phone is not adequate for all uses.
- If students choose to use an e-book, they will need to bring a laptop or tablet to class to interact with the material.
- Although language classes are in person, the EAP program makes frequent use of MyCanvas, Mohawk College’s online learning platform. Students are expected to use MyCanvas to check announcements, access learning materials, do online homework or practice, read assignment instructions, and submit assignments.
- Students may need to use lab software or other apps that were designed for PC computers. Students with MAC computers may need to download additional software to access that material.
Meet our faculty
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General Inquiries
Please call (905) 575-1212
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Program Delivery
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Please note: in-person, virtual, and hybrid classes vary according to the program and some programs may be in-person only. Refer to the Program Overview for more information.
When I arrived in Canada, I was surprised by the barriers of the language. I didn't imagine that people spoke so fast and that it would be very difficult to understand and interact with others. However, when I started to study in EAP, I began to interact with other students from different nationalities, teachers and other staff. The EAP program prepared me for my post-secondary program of Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapy Assistant as I learned how to write formal, argumentative and persuasive essays and assignments, improved my reading strategies and critical thinking, practiced listening and note-taking techniques, and learned oral presentation skills. I felt more confident during and after each course and I am grateful for having excellent professors and multicultural friends. So, I strongly recommend you to come to Hamilton and study at Mohawk College’s EAP program. It will improve your communication skills, provide you multicultural friendships and also prepare you to be successful in other post-secondary programs.
Student: Juliano Viudes Moraes
EAP is the start of a Canadian career journey for many students. Gabi Sulbaran is an award-winning graduate of the EAP Program who went on to complete her Graduate Certificate at Mohawk College, work in her field, and take on a position as Vice-Chair of our EAP Advisory Committee. She reports, "I feel so happy and blessed with my new job. I got a position as case manager in Ontario Works.... After I completed my postgraduate program in concurrent disorders, I started to work at YWCA in St. Catharines. I was an advocate there. Then after a year, I got the position as Senior Women’s Advocate.... I had the opportunity to empower women. Now I have the opportunity to work in the job that I always dreamed since I came to Canada. It was the job that many people had told me it was something impossible, but I worked on it and I got it."
Student: Gabi Sulbaran
Ready to apply?
If you are a Domestic or Canadian applicant, you can apply through the Ontario College Application System.
You are considered a Domestic applicant if you are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident that resides inside or outside of Canada.
Contact us
Contact the EAP Team
Prasanthika Perera
EAP Support Officer
Email gallage.perera [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Prasanthika)
Languages: English and Sinhalese
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Contact eap [at] mohawkcollege.ca (eap[at]mohawkcollege[dot]ca) or call 905-575-2155 to get started!
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