The Gerald Schwartz School of Business 2021-2022 Admissions: Entry Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Gerald Schwartz School of Business International Admissions

International admissions for the Gerald Schwartz School of Business are routed via the portal for St. Francis Xavier University. Thus, all procedures of admission, such as application, payment of fees, etc. are done to the university. Gerald Schwartz School of Business offers admission to some particular countries: Bahamas, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Ecuador, Ghana, Mauritius, Nigeria, Rwanda, and the UK. Following are some things to keep in mind when applying:

• Academic credential requirements (This applies to all South-Asian countries):
• Higher secondary certificate with marks sheet
• Secondary school certification with marks sheet
• English proficiency test scores
• For international students, English 12, Math 12, and three other university preparatory courses are required for admission into the BBA program.

Gerald Schwartz School of Business English Proficiency Requirements

Applicants who have completed a minimum of two years of study with English as the language of instruction are not required to give an English proficiency test.

Please note that students who get a score below 6.5 (or equivalent) can enroll in English for Academic Purposes program. The program offers intermediate (Level 5) and advanced (Level 6) English for Academic Purposes courses to prepare students for undergraduate studies.

Visa Application Process for International Students

After the student is selected for admission, the student has to apply for and receive a Canada study permit from the IRCC (Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada) and also obtain a work permit if his/her selected program specifies so.

• Students are advised to apply for their study permit at least 8 weeks prior to the start date of their program.
• Students are advised by the institute to contact a VAC (Visa Application Centre) of their choice to assist in the process of visa application.
• VACs charge a fee for the processing of documents and take responsibility for safe delivery of an applicant’s passport, application and biometric information to the Government of Canada.
• Additional documents: Transcript(s), scores of any standardized tests taken, financial evidence showing sufficient funds.