Admission Requirements

All programs require the equivalent of a Manitoba Grade 12 diploma. The Admissions Requirements and Documents chart below describes the educational requirements for many countries. If your country is not listed, you may contact international@assiniboine.net for information prior to applying.

In addition, most programs list specific subject requirements (most often Math and English). In addition to the secondary school credential listed, you would also need to have senior credits with acceptable grades in these subjects. Most programs also require proficiency with keyboarding and basic computer applications.

Download Chart of Admission Requirements by Country 

English Language Proficiency

English is the language of instruction and communication at Assiniboine Community College. All applicants must demonstrate a command of English sufficient to meet the demands of classroom instruction, discussions, and written assignments. The following will be acceptable as proof of English proficiency:

1. Ten consecutive years of residency in Canada, or a country on the test-exempt list, including experience in environments (like a school or workplace) using English consistently. 
2. Successful completion of two years of full-time study in an English language secondary school in Canada, including English (other than EAL) at the Grade 11 and 12 levels.
3. Successful completion (2.0 GPA or “C“ average) of one full year of coursework at a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution.
4. Successful completion of English Language secondary or post-secondary education equivalent to 2. or 3. above, in a country which is on the test-exempt list below.
5. An acceptable score on a recognized test of English language proficiency, completed within the last two years.

The following tests and minimum scores will be considered for admission.

• TOEFL – 550 paper score, 213 computerized, internet based (ibt) 79

The results must be submitted directly from the TOEFL testing centre. You will need to provide ACC's TOEFL registration number, which is 9564. Visit The TOEFL website  for more information and the location of the nearest testing centre.

• CANTEST – 4.5 in reading, 4.5 in listening and 4.0 in writing and speaking
• IELTS – 6.5 based upon Module A or Module B
• MELAB – minimum score of 80
• CAEL – minimum score of 60
• AEPUCE – minimum of 65%

In each case, the test centre must forward an official copy of the applicant’s score to ACC’s Admission and Registrations Department.

Students must meet the language requirement before an acceptance letter will be provided for the purposes of applying for your study permit.