Applicants should meet the following requirements:

1. Possess anÌýundergraduate degree.
2. AÌýminimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, or a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time studies.ÌýInternational applicants can look upÌýgrade equivalencies on Â鶹´«Ã½Íøվ’s Future Graduate Students website.
3. Two (2)Ìýyears of relevant leadership experience (not necessarily as a school leader).
4. It is recommended although not required to apply to the Graduate Certificates in Educational Leadership in numeric order, that is, starting with GCEL1 and progressing to GCEL2 then GCEL3, as desired.
5. Proficiency in English.ÌýApplicants to graduate studies whose mother tongue is not English and who have not obtained an undergraduate or graduate degree from a recognized foreign institution where English is the language of instruction, or from a recognized institution in Canada or the US (anglophone or francophone), must submit documented proof of proficiency in oral and written English.

• IELTS with a minimum overall band of 7.0; (with a minimum writing score of 7.0); or
• TOEFL:iBT (Internet-based test) – total score of 92 with a minimum score of 22 each for the Writing and Speaking sections and a minimum of 20 each for the Reading and Listening sections and PBT (paper-based test) – 580

(The Department reserves the right to evaluate the applicant's language proficiency before initial registration and at the time of application.)

All applications are done throughÌý. The application steps and instructional video are on the University'sÌýFuture Graduate Students website. The following documents must be part of your application: (Note that all uploaded documents to the portal must be in PDF format.)

1. A completeÌýapplication formÌý(accompanied by your application fee payment).
2. A current working CV/resume.
3. A copy of yourÌýunofficial transcriptsÌýfrom all previous university-level studies (undergraduate and graduate).Ìý Official transcripts are required to be submitted byÌýthose who gain admission to the program. (Instructions on sending official transcripts will be sent upon acceptance.)
4. Letters of Reference:ÌýWithin the online application, applicants must provide valid institutional e-mail addresses forÌýtwo (2) employer references (past or current)Ìýwho can speak toÌýyourÌýacademic and leadership abilities as well asÌý how youÌýwould fare as a graduate student. Â鶹´«Ã½ÍøÕ¾ will contact the referees directly to submit their letters of reference.
5. Personal StatementÌý(2-page maximum, double-spaced, Times New Roman 12pt font, 1 inch margins). Applicants should demonstrate a clear motivation for pursuing their graduate certificate. If you are pursuing the Graduate Certificates in Educational Leadership to obtain the cumulative Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, please reflect this in your personal statement. Moreover, this letter of intent shouldÌýspecifyÌýyour relevant academic and professional experience, particularly related to aspects of leadership.
6. English Language Proficiency Test Score (if applicable):ÌýPlease arrange for test scores (TOEFL, IELTS) to be sent to Â鶹´«Ã½ÍøÕ¾ directly from the testing agency. You must indicate the Â鶹´«Ã½ÍøÕ¾ institution code: 0935.

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Deadlines for GCEL I and II:

Fall Admission:

• March 1: International Applicants
• June 1: Canadian and Permanent Residents Applicants

Winter Admission:

• September 1: International Applicants
• October 15:ÌýCanadian and Permanent Residents Applicants

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Deadlines for GCEL III:

Winter Admission:

• September 1: International Applicants
• October 15: Canadian and Permanent Residents Applicants

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Recommended candidates will receive a "Recommendation of Acceptance" email according to the schedule below, confirming that their application has been reviewed and is being transmitted to Â鶹´«Ã½ÍøÕ¾'s Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (GPS). Successful candidates will be contacted via email with an official offer of admission. Candidates are then required to confirm their acceptance via their .

• Fall Semester admissions can expect a confirmation in July.
• Winter Semester admissions can expect a confirmation in December.