The combination of the English Language Certificate Program (ELCP) and the Open Learning program provides a flexible option for guaranteed admission to bachelor of commerce and bachelor of arts degrees at the University of Guelph.† This pathway saves you time by allowing you to complete courses toward your degree while you are finishing your advanced English language courses.‡
How it Works
The following steps are required for the Guaranteed Admission Pathway:
Complete four online undergraduate courses with a 70% cumulative average†
Enter your program with four degree-level courses (2.00 credits) already completed
Please note that this pathway program is designed for English language learners and is structured differently than our Guaranteed Admission Pathway for Open Learning program students.
†Only for students who have not studied at a post-secondary institution
‡Students must achieve an overall average of 80% or higher in levels 7 and 8, or in levels 8 and 9 to be eligible to begin Open Learning degree-credit courses while completing the advanced level of ELCP.
Dates, Fees & Refund Policy
Summer B | June 30, 2025
June 6, 2025: Application Deadline
June 26, 2025: New Student Check-In and Orientation
June 30 – August 15, 2025: Class Dates
Fall A | September 4, 2025
August 1, 2025: Application Deadline
September 2, 2025: New Student Check-In and Orientation
September 4 – October 17, 2025: Class Dates
Fall B | October 27, 2025
October 3, 2025: Application Deadline
October 23, 2025: New Student Check-In and Orientation
October 27 – December 12, 2025: Class Dates
2025 Fees
2025 Fees
Required Expenses
7 Weeks
14 Weeks
Comments
Application Fee
$150
$150
Application fees are non-refundable.
Tuition Fee
$3,057
$5,855
Tuition fee includes cost of placement testing as well as some study materials.
Student Services Fee
$600
$793
Fee includes use of library facilities, Athletic Centre, email account, Internet services, bus pass and social events.
Medical Insurance
$110
$220
Textbooks
$250
$250-500
Textbooks are sold at the University Bookstore.
Please note that all costs are subject to change.
New Applicants - ELCP Refund Policy
New Applicants - ELCP Refund Policy
Refund Request Deadline
With an Original Visa Refusal Document
Without an Original Visa Refusal Document
Up to 2 calendar months prior to the first day of class
100% tuition deposit
50% tuition deposit
Less than 2 calendar months prior to the first day of class
100% tuition deposit
0% tuition deposit
Current Students - ELCP Refund Policy
Refund Request Deadline
Refund Amount
Up to 10 business days before the first day of class
70% of current 7-week course fees* + 100% any additional fees**
Up to the 5th day of class
50% of current 7-week course fees* + 100% any additional fees**
After 5th day of class
0% of current 7-week course fees* + 100% any additional fees**
* Course fees = Tuition + Student Services ** Medical insurance fees are non-refundable
The refund policy applies only to fees paid to the University of Guelph English Language Programs. Any additional fees paid to third parties are not subject to this policy.
ELP applicants must request a refund and forward a copy (PDF) of their IRCC denial letter to esl@uoguelph.ca within two months of the denial letter date. Refund requests received after this time frame will be denied.
Application Fee: The $150 application fee is non-refundable. All housing application fees $375/$525 are non-refundable.
Credit Course Refund Policy
This applies only to fees paid for OpenEd credit courses.
Please see the Open Learning Program Refund Policy.
