English for direct entry
To start university transfer or associate degree courses at ENGL 100 level, Alexander College asks for IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with writing of at least 6.0, or TOEFL iBT 80 with writing of at least 19.
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Alexander College
A private college in Metro Vancouver offering university transfer programmes into British Columbia degree-granting institutions.
About the university
Why students choose Alexander College
A private college in Metro Vancouver offering university transfer programmes into British Columbia degree-granting institutions.
We place students here by direct application, which suits applicants whose grades and English result already meet the published entry requirements.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Other accepted tests
PTE Academic 60, CAEL 60 and Duolingo 110 (literacy 105 or higher) are also accepted for the same ENGL 100 level.
Lower scores still placed
Students with lower scores, for example IELTS 5.0, are placed into preparatory English levels (ENGL 099 and below) or the English as an Additional Language program.
College placement test
Applicants can also sit the college's own English Placement Test; a score of 89 to 100 places a student at ENGL 100.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Programmes
Popular courses at Alexander College
Associate of Science (Computer Science) Degree
2 years Course page
Associate of Arts (International Business) Degree
2 years Course page
Associate of Science Degree
2 years Course page
Associate of Arts Degree
2 years Course page
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to Alexander College, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Alexander College is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at Alexander College: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppIs there a foundation route into Alexander College?
GESCO applies to Alexander College by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is Alexander College?
Alexander College is in Canada.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Alexander College?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Alexander College directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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Interested in Alexander College?
Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.
- Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
- A plan B. Similar universities if this one is out of reach
- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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