Admission and Testing

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There are no admission requirements for the LEAP Program. However, our program is not designed for beginners. We recommend that students have a minimum CLB 4 in all strands, LINC 4 completion, or IELTS 3.5. If you do not know your English level, you can take an online CLB self-assessment to get an estimate of your English level before you apply. 

Upcoming Semester Dates

  • Spring 2025: May 5 - August 13, 2025
  • Fall 2025: September 4 - December 9, 2025
  • Winter 2026: January 6 - April 13, 2026

 

Application Deadline for Students Requiring Study Permits 

We welcome applications from all international students, including those on-shore and off-shore, for our Fall, Winter, and Spring intakes.

Due to the timing of study permit processing, we have specific application deadlines for students who need a study permit to attend LEAP. This applies to both off-shore international students and those new to MRU who will need to re-apply for a study permit. 

Application Deadlines:

  • Fall Semester: April 1
  • Winter Semester: August 1
  • Spring Semester: January 1

Applications submitted after these deadlines will automatically be deferred to the next available term. We will continue to accept applications from students who do not require a study permit until the program closes for admission.

 

Important dates and deadlines for Spring Semester 2025

Jun. 1, 2024 - Apr. 30, 2025 Admission application period – online*
Jun. 1, 2024 - Apr. 30, 2025 Receive an offer of admission 
Jan. 1, 2025 Deadline for International students applying from outside Canada
After submitting your application

Arrange a Placement Test

  • Dates will be offered weekly
  • The exam has three components
Early February Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugee students: learn about and apply for available funding for Spring
Apr. 15, 2025 Tuition and fees due
May 2, 2025 Attend New Student Orientation
May 5, 2025 First day of classes
May 19, 2025 Victoria Day - Campus Closure
Jun. 23 - Jul. 4, 2025 Spring Reading Break - No Classes
Aug. 4, 2025 Heritage Day - Campus Closure
Aug. 13, 2025 Last day of classes
Aug. 15, 2025 Grades Posted / Instructor consultations


* When completing the online application, students are required to pay the application fee ($100) by credit card. If you do not have a credit card, please contact our LEAP Program Office by email (mrulanguages@mtroyal.ca) or by phone (+1-403-440-5100), and we will assist you in completing an application.

 

Important dates and deadlines for Fall Semester 2025

Oct. 1, 2024 - Sep. 1, 2025 Admission application period – online*
Oct. 1, 2024 - Sep. 1, 2025 Receive an offer of admission - pay the non-refundable Tuition Deposit by the deadline in the offer letter
Apr. 1, 2025 Deadline for International students applying from outside Canada
After submitting your application

Arrange a Placement Test

  • Dates will be offered weekly
  • The exam has three components
Early June Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugee students: learn about and apply for available funding for Fall
Aug. 15, 2025 Tuition and fees due
Sep. 2, 2025 Attend New Student Orientation
Sep. 4, 2025 First day of classes
Sep. 30, 2025 The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation - Campus Closure
Oct. 13, 2025 Thanksgiving Day - Campus Closure
Oct. 14 - 17, 2025 Fall Reading Break - No Classes
Nov. 11, 2025 Remembrance Day - Campus Closure
Dec. 9, 2025 Last day of classes
Dec. 11, 2025 Grades Posted / Instructor consultations

 
* When completing the online application, students are required to pay the application fee ($100) by credit card. If you do not have a credit card, please contact our LEAP Program Office by email (mrulanguages@mtroyal.ca) or by phone (+1-403-440-5100), and we will assist you in completing an application.

 

Important dates and deadlines for Winter Semester 2026

Feb. 1, 2025 - Jan. 2, 2026 Admission application period – online*
Feb. 1, 2025 - Jan. 2, 2026 Receive an offer of admission - pay the non-refundable Tuition Deposit by the deadline in the offer letter
Aug. 1, 2025 Deadline for International students applying from outside Canada
After submitting your application

Arrange a Placement Test

  • Dates will be offered weekly
  • The exam has three components
Early October Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugee students: learn about and apply for available funding for Winter 
Dec. 15, 2025 Tuition and fees due
Jan. 5, 2026 Attend New Student Orientation
Jan. 6, 2026 First day of classes
Feb. 16, 2026 Family Day - Campus Closure
Feb. 17 - 20, 2026 Winter Reading Break - No Classes
Apr. 3, 2026 Good Friday - Campus Closure
Apr. 6, 2026 Easter Monday - Campus Closure
Apr. 13, 2026 Last day of classes
Apr. 16, 2026 Grades Posted / Instructor consultations

 
* When completing the online application, students are required to pay the application fee ($100) by credit card. If you do not have a credit card, please contact our LEAP Program Office by email (mrulanguages@mtroyal.ca) or by phone (+1-403-440-5100), and we will assist you in completing an application.