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St. George International CollegeVancouver, Canada

605 Robson Street, Suite 200 - V6B 5J3 Vancouver - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Award-winning school for Academic and Business Excellence.
  • Lessons are for 70 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
  • Learning progress guarantee.
What we dislike about the school
  • Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 5%
18-24 years 40%
25-34 years 35%
35-50 years 15%
>50 years 5%
The average age outside summer is 1 years higher than in summer.

Location: St. George International College (SGIC) Vancouver is located in the culturally rich seaport city of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Housed in the Downtown area, the school has many eateries, shops, amenities and links to public transport nearby. Attractions and sights of interest within walking distance of the school include the Vancouver Art Gallery, several theatre and music venues, Robson Square, BC Place, the CF Pacific shopping centre and much more.

Course selection: SGIC Vancouver provides courses for students of all levels throughout the year. If you are looking for a University Pathway programme, the school runs both Pre-Pathway and Pathway programmes to assist students on their education journeys. Business, TESOL Preparation, IELTS Preparation, TYCP, and Business English programmes are also available regularly throughout the year.

Getting around: Within walking distance of the school are several bus stops and the Granville subway station, ensuring that many of the city's attractions and the waterfront are within a 30-minute journey of the school via public transport.

Social and cultural: Vancouver has much to offer students in entertainment and culture. SGIC are happy to assist students in their social experience through their varied and regular activities calendar. Activities and social outings arranged through the school can include evening meals, city tours, ice skating, kayaking, conversation club and more.

Accreditations: SGIC Vancouver is accredited by Language Canada, a renowned quality inspector for Canadian education institutes. The school group has also received a thank you letter for its services to the language and educational industry from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
General CoursePopular English course
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
405C$385C$
Course Details
Semi-Intensive Course
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
305C$290C$
Course Details
Speaking Course
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
405C$385C$
Course Details
Work & Study
Pathway Programme
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
454C$432C$
Course Details
Pre-Pathway Programme
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
405C$385C$
Course Details
Business
Business Course
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
405C$385C$
Course Details
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
TESOL Exam PreparationRecommended English course
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
405C$385C$
Course Details
IELTS Exam PreparationRecommended English course
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
405C$385C$
Course Details
Specialty Courses
TYCP Course
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
405C$385C$
Course Details

Our prices for St. George International College include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee

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St. George International College

Accreditations and Quality seals
Languages CanadaPTIB, EQA
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at St. George International College and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoCash payment - logoVisa Debit - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1994
Legal name/parent company
SGIC Language School Inc. | Tax registration ID: 831528401

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Lounge

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 12
    • Number of public PC workstations: 3

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Additional comment about facilities of school
Two locations in Toronto and Vancouver with a strategic location in the center of each city, with easy access to public transportation such as buses, subway, trains. In addition to being directly immersed in Canadian culture.

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 200
Throughout the year: 150
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 7
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 26 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Japan 35%
Korea 24%
Brazil 20%
China 5%
Saudi Arabia 1%
Vietnam 1%
Turkey 1%
Chile 1%
Other nationalities 12%

Information for all courses offered by St. George International College

Lesson duration
70 minutes
School's administrative fee
230.00 C$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. Course material costs are approximately 60 C$ per month.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 100 C$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 02 Jan 2024, 07 Jan 2024, 09 Apr 2024, 22 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 02 Jan 2025, 07 Jan 2025, 09 Apr 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Vancouver International Airport:
120 C$ one way
240 C$ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Vancouver and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Vancouver page. For flight comparisons to Vancouver, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Canada and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
230 C$

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet-
Basketball-
Field Hockey-
Football (soccer)1 km
Golf1 km
Mountainbiking20 km
Skiing200 km
Swimming-
Tennis-
Volleyball1 km
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Kayaking, Hiking, BBQ, City Tour, Ice Skating, Golf,Bike cycling, Pub night.

Adults - Paid activities

Canada Rocky Moutain Tours USD 700
Whistler Tour USD 80
Victoria Tour USD 200

Junior - Free activities

Kayaking, Hiking, BBQ, City Tour, Ice Skating, Golf,Bike cycling.

Junior - Paid activities

N/A

Accommodation

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Tip: Type of accommodation. What is best for you?
Homestay Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
from
330 C$
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
330 C$
Homestay Under 18
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
355 C$
Homestay Under 18
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
from
370 C$

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Questions and answers about St. George International College

  • “Regarding the homestay, our services are for 2 or 3 meals only. Usually, the homestay families do not allow the student to use the kitchen for cooking, just the microwave and the fridge. ”
    Maria Paula Segura, Latin Marketing Coordinator from SGIC - May 19, 2023

FAQ about St. George International College, Vancouver

  • English courses at St. George International College start at 290 C$ for Semi-Intensive Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Vancouver International Airport (120 C$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at St. George International College varies from 15 students (General Course) to 15 students (General Course)
  • 100% of teachers at St. George International College hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at St. George International College comes from Japan with a 35% representation, followed by students from Korea (24%) and Brazil (20%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • St. George International College offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.

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