The Gulf Islands International Program is one of the few international programs that actually caps school enrolment and limits the number of students that we accept from each country. As such, we have high expectations of our international students, as we expect them to be good ambassadors for their home countries and to strive to make themselves, their parents and their schools proud of them. Acceptance into the Gulf Islands International Program should be considered a privilege.
Regardless of program, we expect all of our international students to strive to make the best of their educatonal experience while they are studying in the Gulf Islands.
We specifically look for students who have the prerequisite skills and attitudes to succeed. These attitudes mean a willingness to get involved in the school and/or in the community.
Application Links and Downloads
APPLY TO THE PROGRAM ON-LINE
(You may also download: download a print version of the Application Form)
APPLY ON-LINE TO BE A HOMESTAY HOST
Applications are being accepted for the next school year. There are a limited number of spaces available, so new students are encouraged to register now. Calendar of start dates and holiday dates.
Also, please check Canadian Government Study Permit information.
Fee Schedule and Payment
| Current Fee Schedule (all fees in Canadian Dollars) | |
|---|---|
| Appllication Fee | $150 (non-refundable) |
| Tuition Fee (Graduation or ESL) |
$12,000 per year or $6,000 per semester |
| Homestay Fee | $750 per month |
| Medical Insurance details | $750 per year |
| Short-Term Program (Including Homestay) |
$900 per week |
| Study Permit Extensions | $150 as necessary |
*FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
*All students are required to purchase B.C. Medical Insurance This coverage is not optional.
Fee PaymentApplication fees must be paid at the time of application. Tuition fees, medical AND homestay fees must be paid in advance and at least 60 days before the commencement of classes. Failure to do so will result in your application being cancelled. The application fee will not be refunded.Fees are payable to School District No. 64 (Project). Fees may be paid by certified cheque or money order providing the issuing bank is associated with a Canadian bank. |
GISS International Bank AccountThe following information is required if you wish to make pay funds directly into the GISS International Bank Account. Please be sure to include the wire transfer bank fees, charged by your institution, in the final amount transferred. Please also include the full name of the student. [you may download this bank information as a PDF file] School District No. 64 (Project) through the Bank of Montreal, Phone: 250 537 5524 Fax: 250 537 4955 |
Institute Number: 001 |
Branch Transit Number: 07150 |
Beneficiary (Account Number): 07150 001 1031586*** |
SWIFT CODE (field 59): BOFMCAM2 |
Notes from above:** Financial Institution Number, with a leading zero and 5 digit Branch Transit Number, representing Salt Spring Island, BC. |
Refund Policy
Full refund, less application fee of $150, if the student’s application for a Study Permit is rejected by Canadian Immigration. A copy of the letter of rejection must be included with the request for a refund.
Two-thirds (2/3) of the tuition, if the student withdraws prior to the commencement of the program.
One-third (1/3) of the tuition fee, if the student withdraws at any time between the commencement of studies (defined as the first day of classes) and the end of the first calendar month of the program.
No refund of the tuition fees if the student withdraws after the first calendar month of the program.
