Trinity Western University (TWU) offers admission to 43 undergraduate majors and 17 graduate programs. International students have an important presence at Trinity Western University. There are over 30 countries represented on the campus. This article deals with the international admission process to the university.
- Out of 1900 undergraduate enrollment, 13% of them are international students.
- Non-Canadian applicants have to pay 150 CAD for graduate applications. If applicants fill out a paper application, they have the additional fee of 40 CAD for processing.
- International students require a Study Permit to study in Canada. If you seek work opportunities while working then apply for a Work Permit.
Highlights
Application Portal | Online University Portals |
Application Fee (non-refundable) | PG- 150 CAD |
Payment | Credit Card, Cheque or Bank Draft |
Academic Calendar | Semester Based |
Intake Seasons | Fall/ Spring/ Winter |
English Language Proficiency | TOEFL/IELTS |
Financial Aid for International Students | TWU Scholarship and Financial Aid |
Trinity Western University Admission Deadlines
TWU admits students for fall and spring semesters. The application deadline for international applicants vary from that of domestic applicants. The application deadline for international applicants applying to undergraduate programs are given below.
Semester | Early Admission Deadline | Regular Admission Deadline |
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Fall | January 15 | Ongoing |
Spring | July 15 | November 15 |
Note- If you apply for early admission and do not meet the requirements for admission, your application will be re-assessed in a later round.
For program wise deadline for graduate courses, click here.
Trinity Western University Undergraduate Admissions
The Office of Admissions handles all admission related matters to undergraduate programs. There are 297 international students already enrolled at Trinity Western University. Some of the popular programs amongst international students are Nursing, Psychology, Humanities, etc.
Where to Apply- TWU UG Admissions Portal
Admission Requirements
The general requirements for admission to undergraduate programs are given below:
- International Baccalaureate with at least 2 subjects at higher level*
- General Certificate of Education
- English Language Proficiency Test Score
- Study Permits
*Note- Applicants may email the Admissions Office at admissions@twu.ca for information on their country specific requirements.
English Language Proficiency
There are three types of admission granted to international undergraduate applicants based on their English language proficiency test scores.
The required test scores for each admission type is tabulated below.
Admission Type | IELTS score, Or | TOEFL iBT score |
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Direct Entry | Above 6.5 IELTS | More than 88 |
Direct Entry with Support | 6.0 | 78 |
Conditional Admission | Under 6.0 | Under 78 |
Exceptions
- Natives of Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, UK, West Indies
- English language proficiency may be waived off for those who are not native to the above countries if they completed at least four years of education where English was the language of instruction. Such applicants may submit a letter of appeal requesting this English proficiency requirement be waived.
- If it waived, applicants must complete ENGL 101 in their first semester.
Conditional Admission
International applicants who could not meet the required English language proficiency for direct entry are offered conditional admission. There are two pathways for such applicants to enter TWU directly-
After improving their English through the above mentioned pathways, their conditional admission is converted to direct admission to Trinity Western University.
Canadian Immigration
Incoming international students need to acquire Study Permit to enter Canada. Applicants can apply for a Study Permit at the Canadian embassy in their home country. A Study Permit is valid for the length of your study program, plus an extra 90 days to prepare to leave Canada or apply to extend your stay.
If your a citizen of China, India, Philippines or Vietnam, you might be able to get Study Permit faster by using the Student Direct Stream.
Applicants need to clear the Canadian Immigration to enter the country. The following are the required documents for the same:
- Original acceptance letter issued by TWU
- Immigration form
- Proof of financial support
Trinity Western University International Graduate Admissions
TWU welcomes a diverse community from around the world to its graduate programs. The university accepts admission to its seventeen graduate programs. The specific admission requirement for international applicants is tabulated below:
Requirement | MBA | M A Interdisciplinary Humanities | M.A. Linguistics |
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Application | ESLI Application or TLC Application | TWU Application | TWU Application |
Deadline | Priority Deadline: April 30 | Fall - April 1 Spring - November 1 |
Fall - July 15 & Ongoing |
Transcript | Required | Required | Required |
GPA | 3.0 | Not Required | 2.75 |
GRE/ GMAT | Optional GMAT | Not Required | Not Required |
Interview | Required | Not Required | Not Required |
Writing Sample | Not Required | Required | Academic Paper |
Letter of Reference | Not Required | 2 Required | 2 Required |
Resume/ CV | Required | Not Required | Not Required |
English Language Requirement | TOEFL iBT - 100 or IELTS - 7.0 | TOEFL iBT - 100 or IELTS - 7.0 | TOEFL iBT - 100 or IELTS - 7.0 |
Note- The MBA applicants who do not have the minimum English language test scores can apply for conditional admission. They would have to complete the necessary language training with the ESLI Pre-Masters Program at TWU or the TLC Post-Graduate Studies program in Richmond.
The admission staff helps throughout the enrolment process. Once you've been admitted, you will be contacted by your admissions counsellor to discuss financial aid, housing, and course registration. The Admissions Counsellor for international students applying to undergraduate program is Elaine Johnston and can be contacted at elaine.johnston@twu.ca.
For general queries on admission, contact admissions@twu.ca.
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