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High School of Short-Term Cultural Immersion Program
- Toronto, Canada
- 0.25 years
- English
- On campus
- High School
About the program
Students aged 10-17 join regular TDSB classrooms for 4 to 16 weeks to improve English and experience Toronto school life.
What you will learn
- Develop core knowledge related to Short-Term Cultural Immersion Program. Strengthen communication
- Problem-solving and independent learning skills. Prepare for further study or progression appropriate to the programme.
Career outcomes
- Further academic study
- University pathway progression
- Related diploma or degree preparation
Curriculum
- Full classroom immersion in a TDSB elementary or secondary school for 4 to 16 weeks (individuals minimum 12 weeks
- Groups minimum 2 weeks)
- Taught by TDSB teachers alongside local students. Includes English enrichment activities and cultural excursions
- and ends with a certificate of participation.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Students aged 10-17 (under 14 accompanied by a parent or chaperone)
- Individuals minimum 12 weeks
- Groups minimum 2 weeks and 10 students
- No academic average or English test published.
Accepted academic background
Ages 10-17, Students under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or chaperone, No academic average published.
Documents you’ll need
- Enrollment Application
- Identification (if required)
- Language Placement Assessment (if required).
How to apply
- Check the options on the programme page (4-16 weeks. Start any time except September
- December and June). Individuals register through the link on the page and pay the 400 CAD application fee. Groups contact the TDSB email listed. Pay tuition (1
- 700 CAD per month. 8
- 500 CAD flat for 16 weeks or more) and mandatory medical insurance (250 CAD for 12 weeks or longer). Homestay is optional and arranged externally.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $6,800 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $400 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,400 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | TDSB elementary and secondary schools |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | TDSB Short-Term Programs |
| Department | General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 8 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
16 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.25 years.
The next deadline is 30 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $6,800 CAD per year. The application fee is $400 CAD. The deposit is $1,400 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.

