International FAQs

Yes. Click here to check out the programs that are available for international applicants.

At this time, our hope is that classes scheduled to start in January 2021 will proceed as planned. 

Yes, all students will be attending classes via distributed learning models for the Winter 2021 semester.

Learn more: What is Distributed Learning?

Our programs are moving to a distributed learning model which includes online delivery for the Winter 2021 semester. Visit our Distributed Learning page to find out more. 

We accept the Duolingo English Test. It is an English proficiency test taken online anytime. No travel to a test center or appointment is needed, you can take the test on a computer with a camera.  It will cost $49 USD and includes a proficiency score, video interview, and writing sample. These are shared with CMTN when you send your results. Certified results are available within 48 hours of the test session. CMTN recognizes overall 95 score on Duolingo English Test equivalent to IELTS 6.0.

We also have another online English upgrading program available with our partner institution. Please contact international@coastmountaincollege.ca to find out more.

IRCC is still processing study permit applications. Please visit canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/apply.html on how to start an application.

IRCC states that taking courses online while still in your country of origin will not affect your Post Graduation Work Permit application.

See full statement here: canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-covid19/visitors-foreign-workers-students.html

If you are considering the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) in the future, the duration of study completed without a valid study permit will not count towards the permit.

Email a scanned copy of your study permit approval letter (aka POE Letter of Introduction) to international@coastmountaincollege.ca including your student number. We will keep a record on your student profile.

We advise that you DO NOT book your flight ticket before your study permit is approved. Please email a scanned copy of your study permit approval letter (aka POE Letter of Introduction) to international@coastmountaincollege.ca when you receive one.

As of October 20, 2020 some Designated Learning Institutions (DLI) are now able to reopen for international students who are not currently in Canada and who

• have, or have been approved for a study permit
• or are traveling to Canada for a non-discretionary or non-optional purpose

Coast Mountain College is a DLI and is now accepting international students to study in country. However, classes will be conducted via Distributed Learning for the Winter 2021 semester with no in person classes. 

International students must do a 14-day quarantine at their Point of Entry into Canada. To Learn more about traveling to Canada to study please go to the Government of Canada website. 

If you are planning to come to Canada to study at CMTN please connect with an International Education Advisor and notify them of your travel and quarantine plan. 

This is an individual decision and depends on your government’s travel advisories. We are not advising students to cancel their travel plans at this time.

During this fast-changing situation, you are strongly advised to wait to book your flight. Book your travel plans when you receive further updates from the International Advising Office. This will be closer to your program start date.

Flight cancellation insurance is highly recommended when booking your tickets.