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International Student Program
Policy
St. Joseph’s School recognizes that international students from a variety of international backgrounds can enrich the school’s culture by bringing their own experiences, insights, cultural expressions and perspectives. To that end, St. Joseph’s accepts international students, provided that the following conditions are met, as per CISVA Policy 402:
- the school has sufficient facilities and resources, and enrolment does not exceed 15% in a class
- fees for the program are paid upon registration
- the student has a valid study visa
- the student has medical insurance coverage through a private carrier
International students are expected to be committed to the school’s mission and vision and willing to be integrated into the life of the school, its spirituality, language, curriculum, and extra-curricular activities. St. Joseph’s School does not make homestay arrangements. It is the preference of the school to have international students living in Canada with a direct relative who takes full responsibility for the housing and education of the student. See Canada Immigration “Custodianship Declaration” form.
In order to ensure that all the requirements for admission of an international student are met, a checklist will be completed by the school secretary. Unless all of the requirements are met, an official acceptance letter will not be issued. See CISVA Policy 402 for further details (see attached).
Canada Immigration websites:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit.html
School Fee: $18,000.00 per year (CAN$). Fee includes tuition, parent participation requirement opt-out, and all other registration fees. Payment is due upon acceptance and is non-refundable. Payment accepted by wire transfer or check only. Payment does not include school uniforms to be purchased through Neat Uniforms (www.neatuniforms.ca).
International Students from China:
This fee does not necessarily apply to international students from China. All international students from China must apply through Choice Education. Please contact Emma Huang (emma@choiceedu.com) for inquiries about application and fees etc.
General Administration International Students Policy 402
Rationale
The CISVA is committed to providing, to the best of its ability, education to those who seek it.
International students from a variety of international backgrounds can enrich the school’s culture by bringing their own experiences, insights, cultural expressions and perspectives.
Policy
International students who are Catholic or non-Catholic may be admitted to a CISVA school provided that the school has sufficient facilities and resources and that fees for the program are paid upon registration. They are expected to be committed to the school’s mission and vision and willing to be integrated into the life of the school, its spirituality, language, curriculum and extra-curricular activities. Additionally, schools with international students are required to obtain from the Homestay Program Provider written assurance that the Provider is aware and follows the Ministry of Education’s “K-12 International Student Homestay Guidelines” (2015).
Procedure
- The CISVA Admissions Policy 401 (Admissions) must be followed
- Enrolment should be limited (not to exceed 15% of the class)
- Enrolment of a variety of international backgrounds should be encouraged
- International students are accepted on an annual basis
- Tuition fees will be set annually by the school
- If an international student’s educational needs are greater than disclosed on the application, the school reserves the right to charge for additional learning support
- If an international student is not living with parent(s), a guardian over 25 years of age must be appointed who will take responsibility for the student and ensure that all necessities of living are provided (food clothing, transportation, etc.)
Application Procedure
- Application and School Records: submit completed application form and copy of last year of school records (in English)
- Notification of Acceptance: applicant/ agent/ guardian will be notified of acceptance. If requested a Confirmation of Application letter can be issued
- Submission of Supporting Documents: once an application is confirmed, the following document must be submitted:
o Notarized letter from parents appointing the guardian for the
student (if required)
o Notarized letter from the guardian accepting responsibility for the
student (if required)
o Guardian’s proof of Canadian citizenship or Permanent Resident/
Landed Immigrant Status
o Copy of Student’s passport (and study permit if the student is already in
Canada)
o Copy of Student’s Care Card (if student is already studying in Canada) or
proof of medical coverage
General Administration International Students Policy 402
- Payment of Fees: fees are non-refundable fees and due within 2 weeks of notification of acceptance or prior to application deadline)
Payable by bank draft or certified cheque
Payable by electronic wire transfer
Fees are subject to change
- Letter of Acceptance: once all supporting documents are submitted and non-refundable fees are paid, an Official Letter of Acceptance and receipt for payment of fees will be issued
- Application for Study permit: international students must apply for a Study Permit at the nearest Canadian Embassy/ High Commission with the original Official Letter of Acceptance
- Study Permit and Medical coverage: all new students are required to provide a valid Study Permit and evidence of health care coverage