Columbia International College is Canada`s largest private boarding school, offering Grades 9 to 12 for day and boarding students.
At the heart of our success is the holistic Total Care Education System - an innovative approach to learning and living.
Our Total Care Education System ensures that every student`s academic, social, emotional and physical needs are tended to.
We are #1 in scholarships awarded by universities and we offer the only official U of Toronto partnership program - the Elite Pathway Program.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,700 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $24,000
- Acceptance rate: 86%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Columbia International College ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 288 schools) for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Affordability
School Overview
Definition of Terms | 2023 School Data
Columbia International College
School Focus
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Religious Affiliation
Year Founded
1979
Student Body
Enrollment
1700 students
% International Students
95%
% Students Boarding
98%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
CIC Uniform Pieces
CIC Uniform Pieces
Average Class Size
17 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
ESL Courses Offered
Summer Program Offered
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$24,000
(8 courses tuition fee, not include residence or meal plan)
(8 courses tuition fee, not include residence or meal plan)
Tuition international students
$24,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
Acceptance Rate
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
7
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
15
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Archery Club, Athletic Council, Basketball Club, Cooking Club, Crochet, DECA, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Karaoke Club, Leadership, Model United Nations, Robotics Club, Robotics Team, Service Prefects, Student Council, Table Tennis Club
Archery Club, Athletic Council, Basketball Club, Cooking Club, Crochet, DECA, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Karaoke Club, Leadership, Model United Nations, Robotics Club, Robotics Team, Service Prefects, Student Council, Table Tennis Club
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- Canada's largest boarding school
- Total Care Education System - Total Learning, Total Living, Total Development, Total Communication
- Offers Grade 9-12 , ESL, and Summer Camp, Short-term/Exchange programs
- Offer the only official University of Toronto partnership program - the Elite Pathway
- Leadership programming and The Duke of Edinburgh award (Bronze, Silver and Gold)
- University Partners provide exclusive scholarships to graduates
- University of Toronto's official Global Partner School
- # 1 in university admissions and scholarships among all high schools in Canada
- Separate residences for boys and girls with door-to-door school bus transportation
- Official Test Centre for IELTS
- Compared with any other high school globally, CIC graduates receive more offers of admission from: University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, and McMaster University
- Our unique Total Care Education System is a holistic education that addresses the complete development of a child`s academic, social, emotional and physical needs
- CIC graduates are awarded the largest amounts of scholarships from universities C$9.5 million in 2020
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Columbia International College cost?
Columbia International College's tuition is approximately $24,000 for boarding students.
What is the acceptance rate of Columbia International College?
The acceptance rate of Columbia International College is 86%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 60%.
What sports does Columbia International College offer?
Columbia International College offers 7 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Gymnastics, Intramural Sports Only, Soccer, Swimming and Volleyball.
Does Columbia International College offer a summer program?
Yes, Columbia International College offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Columbia International College's ranking?
Columbia International College ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large student body (number of students), High percentage of international students and Least expensive tuition.
When is the application deadline for Columbia International College?
The application deadline for Columbia International College is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest boarding school to Columbia International College is Bronte College (26.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
400 students 26.3 miles 88 Bronte College Court
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5B1M9
(905) 270-7788
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5B1M9
(905) 270-7788
26.3
9-12
400
750 students 257.9 miles 362 Mariposa Avenue
Ottawa, Canada K1M 0T3
(613) 749-9630
Ottawa, Canada K1M 0T3
(613) 749-9630
257.9
9-12
4-12
4-12
750
300 students 1260.5 miles PO Box 100
Wilcox, Canada S0G5E0
(306) 732-1203
Wilcox, Canada S0G5E0
(306) 732-1203
1260.5
9-12
300
765 students 33.6 miles 2 Ridley Road
St.Catharines, Canada L2R7C3
(905) 684-1889
St.Catharines, Canada L2R7C3
(905) 684-1889
33.6
6-12, PG
PK-12, PG
PK-12, PG
765
555 students 2099.8 miles 2735 Mt. Baker Road
Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P1, Canada 1
(250) 743-5521
Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P1, Canada 1
(250) 743-5521
2099.8
9-12, PG
555
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