English for Academic Purposes
Language Training
Improve your language skills to meet Canadian post-secondary admission requirements.
Study in person with Holland College, located in Prince Edward Island, where you can improve your English and then choose from 60 different diploma and certificate programs. Students work toward achieving Canadian Language Benchmark Level 8 (the language requirement for Holland College programs
At Holland College we offer:
No IELTS (International English Language Testing System) required!
May 2026
Charlottetown
Program Length
semester-based
Credential
Certificate for CLB Level 8 completion
Canadian Tuition
International Tuition
Canadian Applicants
Accepting Applications
International Applicants with a Valid Study Permit
Accepting Applications
Other International Applicants
Accepting Applications
July 2026
Charlottetown
Program Length
semester-based
Credential
Certificate for CLB Level 8 completion
Canadian Tuition
International Tuition
Canadian Applicants
Accepting Applications
International Applicants with a Valid Study Permit
Accepting Applications
Other International Applicants
Accepting Applications
Submit proof of language proficiency, if you do not have a valid test result, please contact us at EAP@hollandcollge.com to arrange an online assessment
This program is open to anyone, including those with work permits or travel visas, as well as Canadian citizens and international applicants.
This program has degree pathways, giving you the opportunity to receive credit for your Holland College diploma when you continue your education. For a complete list of agreements, visit the Degree Pathways page.
| Partner Institution | Credential | Details of Agreement |
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There is currently no course information available for this program.
Step 1: Create a Dashboard Account and complete the online application.
If you are applying for the EAP Program you do not need to send your high school transcript or résumé, however, if you would like to be considered for acceptance into a Holland College post-secondary program, you will need these documents at a later date.
Step 2: One of our EAP Advisors will contact you to schedule your EAP Placement test*. This test is used as a guideline to determine whether you will be in our beginner or intermediate level of EAP. The placement test is completed online, however, if you have a current IELTS score we can use these results instead.
*The result of the Holland College placement test is not proof of academic language proficiency for a Holland College post-secondary program.
| Level | CLB* | CanTEST Score** | IELTS |
| Beginner | Levels 3 Levels 4 |
High Beginner 2.0 Low intermediate 2.5 |
2.5-3.5 3.5-4.5 |
| Intermediate | Levels 5 Levels 6 |
Intermediate 3.0 High Intermediate 3.5 |
4.0-5.0 5.0-5.5 |
| Advanced | Levels 7 Levels 8 |
Advanced 4.0 Advanced 4.5 |
6.0 6.5-7.5 |
*Canadian Language Benchmarks
**CanTEST is a standardized English proficiency test
CAMPUS RESIDENCES
Living in residence is a great way to get the most out of college life. The residences are made up of one, two, and three-bedroom furnished units, each with its own kitchenette and bathroom. You stay for the entire academic school year, there are no monthly rentals. For details, including fees, visit our residence home page.
OFF-CAMPUS ACCOMMODATIONS
Off-campus accommodations include apartments, rooms with kitchen privileges, room and board arrangements, and sharing with roommates. For a list of off-site accommodations, visit our off-campus housing page.
HOMESTAY
Stay with a local Canadian family and experience a new culture and language as a member of the family. You will likely have your own private room and meals are usually included. Staying with a family is an excellent opportunity to practise English outside of school.
Students who complete EAP CLB Level 8 meet the English language proficiency requirements for Holland College programs, and can apply for acceptance in our diploma and certificate programs, provided they meet all of the admission requirements.
For more information, email EAP@hollandcollege.com or call 902-566-9537.