George Brown College, Canada

George Brown College is a public institution which was established in 1967. The school was named in honor of a 19^th century media staff and public figure, George Brown. As a college of Applied Arts and Technology, it offers a lot of study programs in the fields of art and design, business, community services, early childhood, construction and engineering technologies, health sciences, hospitality and culinary arts etc

George Brown College offers programs and services specially organized for international students and immigrants. The institution has about 25,888 full-time students, 3,553 of which are international students, 3,729 part-time students and over 62,840 students in continuing education. Around the world, George Brown College has a total number of 15,000 students in distance education alone.

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RANKINGS

According recent rankings, George Brown is ranked third-best college in research. In 2014, Research Infosource put up a report which placed the institution among the top 50 colleges in Canada. Also, in 2013, George Brown College was able to raise about $9.3 million inresearch funds.

LOCATION

George Brown College of Applied Arts and Technology is located at the center of the country’s largest city which is Toronto. The College environment is academic-friendly, and organized to give students the expected success they desire in their field of study. The college has the following campus locations:

• Waterfront
• Ryerson University
• St. James Campus
• Casa Loma Campus
• School of Performing Arts

TUITION FEES

George Brown College tuition and fees are regularly reviewed by the Board of Governors. The tuition fees vary according to study programs. However, an overall estimate for most courses is provided below. Please note that the fees for international students and Canadian citizens are not the same:

Tuition fees for Canadian citizens $3,668 to $20,188 (for two semesters)

Tuition fees for International students $14,931 to $31,515 (for two semesters)

Course Materials $1 to $6,239

Student Association $101.47 (one semester)

Diploma/Graduation $94.50 (one semester)

Identity Card $12

Alumni $28.46

Late Payment Fees $150 (both for domestic and International students)

Technology $94.50

Student Assistant $30 (one semester)

COST OF LIVING IN CANADA

Personal Care

Cold drug for 6 days	C$9
A box of 12 doses of antibiotics	C$16
A short medical checkup for 15 minutes	C$51
A box of tampons	C$7
Roll-on deodorant	C$4.74
Shampoo	C$4.62
Toilet paper (4 rolls)	C$2.29
Toothpaste	C$2.39
Haircut (for men)	C$18

Food

Lunch in business area	C$17
Milk for one person	C$2.70
Large eggs (1dozen)	C$3.46
Potatoes (1kg)	C$2.31
Tomatoes (1kg)	C$3.46
Apples (1kg)	C$3.09
A loaf of bread	C$1.15
Good quality table red wine (1 bottle)	C$17
Coca-Cola drink (2 liters)	C$2.31
Boneless chicken breast (500 gram)	C$7

Accommodation

Rent for 85 m2 already furnished accommodation in an costly area	C$2.269
Rent for 85 m2 already furnished accommodation in an ordinary area	C$1.965
A month utilities for two persons in a 85 m2 flat	C$164
Internet access (1 month)	C$51
Television (40” flat screen)	C$466
Microwave (800/900 watts)	C$183
Detergent for Laundry	C$13
Cleaning help for an hour	C$20
Electricity and other utilities	$139.18

Clothing

A раir of jеаnѕ (Lеviѕ 501 оrѕimilаr)	C$64
A ѕummеrdrеѕѕ in a High StrееtStоrе (Zаrа, H&M or similar rеtаilеrѕ)	C$49
A pair of ѕроrt shoes (Nikе, Adidаѕ, оrеԛuivаlеntbrаndѕ)	C$112
Aраirоfmen’slеаthеrbuѕinеѕѕѕhоеѕ	C$159

Transportation Cost

VоlkѕwаgеnGоlf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with nоеxtrаѕ, nеw	C$23,519
1 litеr (1/4 gаllоn) оf gas	C$1.15
Public trаnѕроrt (monthly)	C$145
Taxi trip on a business (5 miles)	C$17

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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor Degree Programs

Applicants must have at least 6 Grade 12 credits.

Post-graduate Programs

One must have at least a college diploma, university degree or its equivalent.

Overview

• Gaining admission into George Brown College is not automatic even if students meets the requirements stated above.
• In most cases students are subjected to a test from which the highest rankings are selected and offered admission.
• Each study program has a minimum standard which every student is required to meet.
• The purpose of the established standard is to guarantee students’ success in their chosen programs.
• Admission to George Brown College is based on grades and requirements.
• Applicants from other countries must prove that their education is same standard with Ontario Secondary School Diploma.

Please note that all transcripts submitted by international students are subject to assessment. Certificate, diploma and degree programs all undergo comprehensive screening. General assessment also is conducted on post-graduate programs.

Mature Students

Special consideration is given to applicants that are 19 years and above. They take admission tests to be considered for desired programs.

AVAILABLE DEGREES PROGRAMS

• Bachelor of Applied Arts
• Early Childhood Education
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Applied Business
• Bachelor of technology

AVAILABLE SERVICES

The following services are available within the college to facilitate students’ academic success and to promote a sense of belonging:

• Financial Aids
• Counseling Services
• Peer Tutoring
• Disability Services
• Child Care
• Deaf and Hard of Hearing Service
• Diversity, Equity, Human Rights

WORK AND STUDY

Students pursuing their study in George Brown can apply for suitable part time jobs on the college job site. There are full-time, part-time, contract and summer jobs regularly available. Students may take advantage of these opportunities to earn money for personal and academic needs.

Employment on Campus

Peer Note-taker

The work of a note-taker is to keep records of all the activities in a class. This record includes lectures, assignments, discussions, demonstrations, announcement and films shown in class etc

Qualifications

A peer note-taker:

• Must be well-behaved, regular and punctual
• Must possess good writing skills and legibility
• Must give attention to details
• Must be willing to help other students

Peer Tutor

The job of a peer tutor is to encourage fellow students to assimilate what they learnt in class by providing and organizing face-to-face academic support. The goal is to make students independent learners.

Qualifications

A peer tutor:

• Must be a positive thinker
• Must be calm and kind to others
• Must have good conduct and teaching ability
• Must be willing to aid others

CAMPUS LIFE

Students at George Brown College can join the following activities:

Athletics and Recreation

• Gym Schedule
• Casa Loma Fitness Classes
• S.T. James Fitness
• Waterfront Fitness Classes
• Casa Loma Intramurals
• St. James Intramurals
• Recreational Tournaments
• Fitness Challenge
• Extra Tryouts
• Extramural Tournaments