Sample One-Year Plan
Comprehensive English
A year of in-depth, intensive study for students at an advanced level of English with academic goals. After improving your oral fluency in the summer Intensive Program, take two terms of the Semester Program to reach upper advanced to academic level of English comprehension. 13 weeks of the Academic Communication Certificate will ensure successful transition to a university undergraduate program.
During your program, use the Activity Program to experience the best Calgary and area has to offer.
Study Plan
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August |
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Intensive Program |
$1,950.00 |
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September to December |
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Semester Program |
$4,475.00 |
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Activity Program (Full Term) |
$900.00 |
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January to April |
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Semester Program |
$4,475.00 |
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April to July |
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Academic Communication Certificate |
$4,975.00 |
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Tuition Total and Additional Costs |
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Tuition Total |
$16,775.00 |
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Application Fee |
$200.00 |
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Homestay (50 weeks) |
$15,000.00 |
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GRAND TOTAL |
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Total Cost |
$31,975.00 |
Sample Five-Month Plan
Calgary Highlights
Move your English abilities to the next level! Prepare for the 13-week Semester Program with the two-week Language & Culture Course to improve your oral fluency and functional communication. Complete your studies by taking your English skills out of the textbook and into real life with the Intensive Program.
During your five-month program, use the Activity Program to experience Calgary and the Rocky Mountain’s best seasons: spring skiing in the Rockies, catching the sights at the Calgary Stampede, and whitewater rafting in Banff in the summer.
Study Plan
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April |
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Language & Culture Course |
$975.00 |
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April to July |
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Semester Program |
$4,475.00 |
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Activity Program (Full Term) |
$900.00 |
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August |
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Intensive Program |
$1,950.00 |
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Activity Program (Two Overnight Trips) |
$900.00 |
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Tuition Total and Additional Costs |
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Tuition Total |
$9,200.00 |
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Application Fee |
$200.00 |
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Homestay (21 weeks) |
$6,300.00 |
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GRAND TOTAL |
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Total Costs |
$15,950.00 |
Estimated Costs
Use the charts below to calculate your tuition fees and estimated basic living costs. If you have any questions, please contact the English Language Program office at esl@ucalgary.ca or +1-403-220-3301.
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Tuition fees and estimated basic living cost for face-to-face programs (samples)
| Semester Program (13 weeks) | ACC Program (13 weeks) | Intensive Program (5 weeks) | |
| Tuition | $4,475 | $4,975 | $1,950 |
| Application fee (First course only) | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| Homestay Placement fee (First term only) | $375 | $375 | $375 |
| Textbook/materials | - | - | - |
| Homestay | $3,900 | $3,900 | $1,500 |
| Food and Groceries | - | - | - |
| Transportation Cost (within Calgary) | -* | -* | $160 |
| Health Insurance | - | - | - |
| Campus Recreation (Use of gym, swimming pool and other sports facilities) | - | - | - |
| Use of library, public computers and WiFi on campus | - | - | - |
| Miscellaneous (e.g. shopping, entertainment, eating out) | $1,300** | $1,300** | $500** |
| Estimated Cost Total: | $10,250 | $10,750 | $4,685 |
*UCalgary transit pass (UPass) coverage starts from May 1 for Spring terms. For April, students are required to buy Transit tickets (approximately $37 for 10 tickets). Transit tickets will be available in lieu if a Upass is not available.
** The cost varies depending on the individual student’s lifestyle. Add-on activity programs are available for purchase.