Sheridan College

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Sheridan College

Faculty:Faculty of Applied Health and Community Studies
Degree:Certificate; Online
Field of Study:English as a Second Language
Length:70 Week(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $4,746
International: $16,836

For Canadian students

The fees shown here are for the 2026–2027 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic semesters of study at Sheridan; fees for subsequent semesters are not reflected on this website. For English for Academic Purposes, depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.

For international students

The fees shown here are for the 2026–2027 academic year and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) 14-week academic semesters; fees for subsequent semesters are not reflected on this website. Depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.



Description:

This program offers five levels of instruction:

  1. Level 1 (formerly Foundations)
  2. Level 2 (formerly Pre-intermediate)
  3. Level 3 (formerly Intermediate)
  4. Level 4 (formerly Advanced)
  5. Level 5 (formerly English for Academic Purposes)

You will be placed in one of these levels based on the results of your IELTS Academic, TOEFL (iBT) or Duolingo scores. (View admission requirements for details.)

The EAP program encourages classroom interaction. You will work on group projects and assignments that require interaction with your peers and in the community. You will practice speaking, listening, reading, pronunciation and writing in a classroom and in labs. You will also learn to do presentations, research topics, take notes and write texts in English.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.

    OR

    • At least 19 years old by the first day of classes.
    Additional Admission Requirements:

      You will be placed in your ESL level based on your English Language Placement Test results from one of the following options:

      • The iTEP Placement Plus Test

      OR

      • Your valid IELTS (Academic), TOEFL (iBT) or Duolingo score. (You will be placed in an ESL level based on your lowest individual skills score. Tests are valid for two years from the test date to the start of class.)

      * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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