Mohawk College is proud to welcome students from around the world to our Global Learning Immersion program in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. The program is open to youth age 18 and over and provides hands on learning in world class facilities.
Participants will study in English with industry expert instructors, while visiting local landmarks and experiencing the rich history and culture of our community. Living in student residence, participants can easily access the campus to complete all programming while having access to state-of-the-art equipment. All under the guidance of a dedicated team students every step of the way!
Additional Information
We can’t wait to meet you in Hamilton!
Here is a little bit of information to prepare you for your time at Mohawk College and in Canada.
Programming
Each day a full calendar of academic and non-academic activities is prepared for participants. Activities are scheduled from 9 am to 4 pm daily with additional activities planned for evenings and weekends.
Participation requirements
In order for you to obtain your final Certificate of Completion, and to meet the Program requirements, you will have to attend classes and pass your final assessment. Students cannot leave the program for any time or for any reason. Students are required to arrive and leave on the dates set by Mohawk College.
- Curfew
For your security, the rules regarding curfew will be strictly enforced. Those breaking curfew will be dismissed from the program and returned home at their own expense. - Exemption requests
Parents are not authorized to exempt their child from the classes, the activities or the curfew. Please note that we cannot authorize overnight trips or weekend trips even if they are with friends or family members. All students must respect the curfew at all times.
- Curfew
Free time
Students will have some free time outside of our programming, and will be responsible for their own safety during that time. Students are not permitted to leave the City of Hamilton without supervision at any time and for any reason.
Health insurance
As part of the registration fee, we will provide students with Guard Me health insurance for the duration of the program. Please visit the GuardMe website to learn more about your coverage. Additional insurance would be purchased by the attendee at their discretion.
Payments and deadlines
Program fees and deadlines are outlined on the Program Invitation letter provided by Mohawk College. Review your document closely to ensure you meet all the timelines and deadlines and ensure your eligible to register upon visa approval.
How to Pay
Mohawk College is a proud partner of Flywire, offering innovative and streamlined international payment solutions.
Flywire provides:
- Convenient, local payment methods - credit card and direct debit
- 24-hour account access to your payment information
- The ability to set up multiple authorized users to make a payment on your account.
Founded by a former international student, Flywire’s mission is to ensure ease of payment no matter where they are in the world, removing barriers and costly fees. Flywire International payments allow students to make payments in their local currency, offering multiple payment methods, all with their 24/7 support and best price guarantee.
Payment from outside Canada
Use the student number listed on your Letter of Invitation to make payment
Note the payment processing could take 3 to 5 days. Please make the payment a few days prior to the deadline.
- Refunds
- If the participant's visa is denied, a refund will be processed to the original form of payment, less a CAN$100 administrative fee.
- If the participant wishes to withdraw prior to the program start date, a refund will be processed to the original form of payment, less a CAN$250 administrative fee.
- No refunds will be granted after the program start date.
Note:
- All fees are subject to change
- All amounts are listed in Canadian dollars
Personal expenses
It is suggested that each student budget sufficient spending money to support their personal expenses through the entirety of the program. Personal spending money may be used for souvenir shopping, purchasing snacks on outings, or other miscellaneous costs. Depending on personal needs, this amount could vary between CAN$75 and CAN$100 per week. For safety, we recommend bringing a credit or debit card instead of large amounts of cash if possible.
Visa Application
Students visiting Canada for less than six months may require a Temporary Resident Visa to participate in the Global Learning Immersion Program. Visit Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (opens new window) for more information on visa requirements and the application process. Use your Letter of Invitation, issued by Mohawk College, to support your visa application.