Application Process
Ottawa is a safe, bilingual city filled with parks, museums, galleries, sports teams, shopping, restaurants, the Rideau Canal, nearby sky hills and hiking, world-class hospitals, and embassies. Best of all, Ottawa offers the opportunity to prepare for and attend post-secondary institutions in the area.
Step 1
Submit your application form. In your application, you will need to upload a recent transcript and signed copy of the International Student Agreement. If you are approved, we will send you a letter of acceptance. This process usually takes one week.
Step 2
Apply for a Study Permit. To study in Canada, you will need a study permit from the Government of Canada. You cannot apply for a study permit until we send your letter of acceptance.
Step 3
Pay international student fees. All payments are made payable to the “Ottawa Catholic School Board” and should include the name of the student on your method of payment. Payment options from within Canada are a bank draft, money order, or certified cheque. Make a payment outside Canada.
“At OCSB, I learned to study independently in a relatively relaxed environment and learning has become a happier thing. Secondly, I became more cheerful and participate in volunteer activities… even a speech on stage!”
Cindy, China
International student fees
| Fees 2024-2025 | Kindergarten to Grade 8 | Grade 9 to 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | $400 CAD | $400 CAD |
| Tuition | $15,000 CAD per year | $15,000 CAD per year ($7,500 CAD per semester) |
| Medical insurance | $540 CAD per year | $540 CAD per year |
| MLI Homestay | Not applicable | $14,721 CAD per year (approximate) |
| Fees 2025-2026 | Kindergarten to Grade 8 | Grade 9 to 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | $400 CAD | $400 CAD |
| Tuition | $15,000 CAD per year | $15,000 CAD per year ($7,500 CAD per semester) |
| Medical insurance | $600 CAD per year | $600 CAD per year |
| MLI Homestay | Not applicable | $15,621 CAD per year (approximate) |
StudyInsured™
The OCSB International Student Program partners with StudyInsured™, a trusted health insurance provider for international students. StudyInsured™’s mission is to provide comprehensive and affordable health insurance coverage to international students. They understand that navigating the healthcare system in a foreign country can be overwhelming and expensive, which is why they are committed to providing school administrators and international students with peace of mind and financial security.
Homestay
Students in Grades 9 to 12 can participate in a homestay program that places them with a Canadian host family. This program offered by MLI Homestay allows students to learn about Canadian culture while giving them the opportunity to share their culture with a Canadian host family.
Apply now
If you are ready to apply for you or your child to study at the OCSB, click the link below to take you to our secure portal that will start the application process.
“I was nervous at first that I would not be able to communicate with the teacher, but that disappeared quickly because the teachers here are very patient, kind, and take the time to solve any difficulty I encounter. What I love most is that my classmates are very, very friendly.”
Aaron, China
