Cornerstone College
Cornerstone College
The official name of Cornerstone College is Cornerstone International Community College of Canada. It is a private educational institution with 40 years of experience in the education industry. The mission of Cornerstone College is to provide students with high-quality academic studies and practical work experiences while offering modern and relevant study programs.
Cornerstone College has a distinctive curriculum, where each study program offers a practical approach towards theoretical learning. Moreover, the school has small classroom sizes that ensure an interactive learning atmosphere and attention to each student. By the way, Cornerstone College organizes social activities in Vancouver for international students that help them to improve their reading, writing, and speaking skills.
Cornerstone College has two campuses in the centre of Downtown Vancouver: Cornerstone Tech campus and West Hastings campus. Cornerstone Tech campus is an innovative building located in Granville and Robson. The Tech campus is conventionally situated near cafes, restaurants, shopping malls, Vancouver Art Gallery and all major public transport routes.
West Hastings campus is located near Waterfront Station and Granville Street, with numerous cafes, bars, and shopping malls. Moreover, the historic Gastown neighbourhood is situated near the campus. It is known for its interesting cafes, boutiques, and the Steam Clock. International students definitely like to take a walk near the harbour with its incredible mountain and ocean views. By the way, Vancouver is considered one of the most comfortable cities to live in the world. Thus, students will enjoy their study at the Cornerstone College and will get a rich cultural experience.
Cornerstone College offers seven diploma programs in two industries. Management Diploma Programs include Customer Relations, Hospitality Management, and International Business Management. Tech Diploma Programs cover Advanced Digital Marketing, Network and System Solutions, Digital Marketing, and Web and Mobile Apps Development. All Cornerstone College diploma programs have a period of co-operative (co-op) work experience equal to the term of academic studies.
The school also offers certificate courses in English as a Second Language. These courses are developed for international students who want to improve their English for self-development, for career growth, or before the start of their studies at a Canadian college or university. The program is divided into 12 levels, each of which includes 100 hours of classroom instruction. It is worth mentioning, that Cornerstone College has three intensive English programs: English as a Second Language – full time, English as a Second Language – part-time, and Canadian Experience Program.
Admission Requirements
Cornerstone College has three intakes for international students: in September, February, and July. Thus, you need to follow four steps to apply for a diploma program at Cornerstone College.
- You should complete the online application form.
- You have to prepare a copy of your passport and an English Language Proficiency test score. However, you do not need to submit the test score if you apply for any of the English as a Second Language programs.
- You need to create an online profile and submit your documents via the online platform.
- You need to complete the placement test if you have not taken an English Language Proficiency test. The placement test is a mandatory requirement for international students who apply for English courses or other career programs.
Cornerstone College also has general admission requirements for international students. Additionally, you should check the specific requirements for the chosen study program.
- You need to have a high school graduation diploma or equivalent approved by Cornerstone College.
- You should be at least 18 years old to apply for diploma programs. The minimum age to apply for English courses at Cornerstone College is 16 years old.
- You have to meet the level of English language proficiency. You should have a minimum final grade of C in English 12, English Literature 12, English 12 First Peoples, and Technical and Professional Communications 12. You need to have a minimum final grade of B in Communications 12. You ought to get a minimum grade of 3 in AP English Language or Literature and IB English Language A (SL).
If you pass TOEFL PBT, you should get a score of 513. You need to get a score of 183 if you pass TOEFL CBT. If you pass TOEFL iBT, you ought to get a score of 65. If you pass IELTS Academic, you need to get a minimum score of 5.5. If you decide to take the Cornerstone Placement Test, you should get the high intermediate level.
Once you meet the admission requirements and submit all documents, Cornerstone College will send you an invoice with the request to make the first payment. After receiving the payment, the school will send you a letter of acceptance. Then, you have to apply for a student permit and work permit (if you apply for co-op).
Fees for International Students
The average tuition fee at Cornerstone College is 8,663 CAD per year. However, the cost of a study depends on the chosen program. For example, the cheapest program offered by the school is Medical Sales Training that costs 799 CAD per year. In its turn, the most expensive study program for international students is Architectural Interior Design Co-op that costs 27,000 CAD per year.
It is worth mentioning the tuition fees of the most popular study programs at Cornerstone College: Advanced English as a Second Language costs 3,185 CAD per year, Individual courses in Web and Mobile App Development cost 4,200 CAD per year, International Business Management Co-op costs 11,500 CAD per year. Digital Marketing Specialist Co-op costs 12,000 CAD per year, Hospitality Management Co-op program that lasts a year costs 12,999 CAD. Full courses in English as a Second Language cost 14,400 CAD per year.
Moreover, Cornerstone College has different registration fees for study programs that go from 150 CAD to 350 CAD. For instance, the registration fee for the English as a Second Language program is 150 CAD, while the registration fee for the International Business Management Co-op program is 350 CAD. Cornerstone College also has fixed prices for books and study materials for each study program. The price varies from 135 CAD to 1,800 CAD. You can find more information about the tuition fees and other expenses on the school’s official web page.
If you want to study at Cornerstone College, you have to decide where you want to live. International students can participate in a homestay program. The educational consultant can help you to find the most appropriate host family based on your needs and preferences. If you want to have more independence during your study at Cornerstone College, you can contact a local accommodation agency to choose the best place to live in Vancouver. On average, your accommodation can cost you up to 14,000 CAD per year.
Cornerstone College offers co-op programs to international students, but it is the responsibility of the students to find a related job. In its turn, the college helps students to write a resume, prepare a cover letter, and pass interviews with employers. The salary during the co-op depends on the company, the type of job, and the previous work experience of international students. As a rule, the more education and professional experience the student has, the higher the wage can be. On average, international students can earn between 1,800 and 2,000 CAD per month during the co-op period. Moreover, the school organizes monthly workshops about job interviews, resources to find a job and the Canadian work culture. Cornerstone College also has a job bank that connects companies and students looking for jobs.
Overall, international students have three options after graduation. The first option is to return to their home country. The second option is to find a Canadian employer who is ready to help you with your immigration application. And the third option is to earn an academic degree (bachelor’s degree, master’s degree) in one of the public Canadian colleges or universities.
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