Admission and Testing

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The LEAP program is not designed for students with beginner-level English. We do not require official test scores to document your English level, however, students must be at a minimum CLB 4 (all strands) or IELTS 4.0 to begin the LEAP program. The LEAP office will conduct placement testing to determine your English level and eligibility for the program.

Upcoming Semester Dates

  • Fall 2026: September 3 – December 9, 2026
  • Winter 2027: January 5 – April 9, 2027
  • Spring 2027: May 3 – August 16, 2027

 

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 Fall 2026 Semester 

Oct. 1, 2025 - Sep. 1, 2026 Admission application period – online*
Oct. 1, 2025 - Sep. 1, 2026 Receive an offer of admission - pay the non-refundable Tuition Deposit by the deadline in the offer letter
Apr. 1, 2026
 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
Jun. 15, 2026 Deadline for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugee students: learn about and apply for available funding for Fall 
Jul. 15, 2026 Placement test deadline for domestic students seeking funding
Aug. 15, 2026 Tuition and fees due
Sep. 1, 2026 Attend New Student Orientation
Sep. 3, 2026 First day of classes
Sep. 30, 2026 The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation - Campus Closure
Oct. 12, 2026 Thanksgiving Day - Campus Closure
Oct. 13 - 16, 2026 Fall Reading Break - No Classes
Nov. 11, 2026 Remembrance Day - Campus Closure
Dec. 9, 2026 Last day of classes
Dec. 11, 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.

 

 

Important dates and deadlines for Winter 2027 Semester 

Feb. 1 - Dec. 15, 2026 Admission application period – online*
Feb. 1 - Dec. 15, 2026 Receive an offer of admission - pay the non-refundable Tuition Deposit by the deadline in the offer letter
Aug. 1, 2026
 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
Oct. 15, 2026 Deadline for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugee students: learn about and apply for available funding for Winter 
Nov. 15, 2026 Placement test deadline for domestic students seeking funding
Dec. 15, 2026 Tuition and fees due
Dec. 25, 2026 - Jan. 1, 2027 Holiday Closure
Jan. 4, 2027 Attend New Student Orientation
Jan. 5, 2027 First day of classes
Feb. 15, 2027 Family Day - Campus Closure
Feb. 16 - 19, 2027 Winter Reading Break - No Classes
Mar. 26, 2027 Good Friday - Campus Closure
Mar. 29, 2027 Easter Monday - Campus Closure
Apr. 9, 2027 Last day of classes
Apr. 13, 2027 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 Spring 2027 Semester 

Jun. 1, 2026 - Apr. 23, 2027 Admission application period – online*
Jun. 1, 2026 - Apr. 23, 2027 Receive an offer of admission 
Jan. 1, 2027
 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
Feb. 15, 2027 Deadline for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugee students: learn about and apply for available funding for Spring 
Mar. 15, 2027 Placement test deadline for domestic students seeking funding
Apr. 15, 2027 Tuition and fees due
Apr. 30, 2027 Attend New Student Orientation
May. 3, 2027 First day of classes
May 24, 2027 Victoria Day - Campus Closure
Jun. 28 - Jul. 9, 2027 Spring Reading Break - No Classes
Aug. 2, 2027 Heritage Day - Campus Closure
Aug. 16, 2027 Last day of classes
Aug. 18, 2027 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.