>>Sure-To-University Program
In collaboration with 6 CIC University Partners®
6 CIC University Partners®
Holding Seats for Our Program Graduates
6 Months to Complete
Fast Track to Reach Your Dream University
Quality Teaching and Support
Ensure Your Success
Our Sure-To-University Program is an Official Partnership with 6 Major Canadian Universities
The University of Toronto is ranked #1 in Canada and #18 in the world.* Founded in 1827, UofT has evolved into Canada’s leading institution of learning, discovery and knowledge creation and one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, driven to invent and innovate.
York University is Canada’s fourth-largest university with approximately 55,700 students, 7,000 faculty and staff, and over 325,000 alumni worldwide. York is a leading international teaching and research university, and a driving force for positive change.
McMaster University is recognized as an institution that inspires innovation and discovery and widely known for delivering high quality education. Students are drawn to its charming campus and its diverse and inclusive school community.
The University of Ottawa is listed among the top 10 research universities and is the world’s largest bilingual university. The university offers subjects like Social Science, Education, Arts as well as Health Sciences.
Ontario Tech University is defined by its dynamic leading-edge learning environment, diverse and innovative programs, globally-experienced faculty, inter-disciplinary research activities, and extensive student life opportunities.
At Western, students learn from leading researchers and scholars across 11 faculties and schools, gaining insights and engaging with cutting-edge ideas. Professors are leaders in their subject matter, and model a commitment to excellence that inspires and motivates students in their own academic and professional endeavours.
University Seats Held for our Program Graduates
- As long as our graduates apply before January 15, the partner universities will:
- Hold seats in all programs in all campus
- Admit them if they meet the admission requirements
- The partner universities offer Sure-To-University graduates additional admission privileges such as:
- Priority access to university counselling services
- Scholarship Opportunities
- IELTS/TOEFL waived in conjunction with CIC Grade 12 English grades for the following two university partners:
- Ontario Tech University: IELTS/TOEFL waived with a minimum of 70% Grade 12 English mark
- University of Ottawa: IELTS/TOEFL waived with a minimum of 80% Grade 12 English mark
6 Months to Complete
- Fulfill the university’s admissions requirement
- Complete six Grade 12 courses
- Complete Literacy requirement
- Fast Track to reach your Dream University
- Enter university by Sepember.
- Earn the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Quality Teaching & Support
Before You Enroll:
- Study plan counselling by our experienced, full time counsellors
After You Enroll:
- In Class:
- Live Teaching everyday
- Compulsory attendance and participation
- After Class Activities:
- Teacher-directed independent learning
- Free online tutoring
- Professional guidance sessions from our Guidance & University Placement Services
- Workshops to learn leadership and communication skills for personal and professional development
We are an Official Test Center for IELTS & TOEFL
- Test dates are set by CIC to suit the schedule of our own graduating students
- Our graduates have priority for the seats
- No need to travel beyond the school to take tests
The Best Path to World’s Top Universities
CIC has a proven record of success, year after year
- CIC has the largest admission to Canada’s top universities
- CIC graduates received the largest scholarship awarded by universities – Over C$13 million in 2023
- CIC graduates are consistently admitted to the world’s top 50 universities
The Sure-To-University Program is Well Recognized & Supported
“Take your first step towards your admission to Canada’s Top university and one of the Top 20 in the world by attending the Sure-To-University program at CIC”
Ken Withers
Director of Recruitment
University of Toronto
Director of Recruitment
University of Toronto
“We are delighted to formalize this partnership with CIC and continue to welcome its graduates to both our Fall and Winter terms. The quality programming offered at CIC prepares students for a successful transition to university”
Keshia Gray
Associate Registrar and Director
Student Recruitment and Admissions
York University
Associate Registrar and Director
Student Recruitment and Admissions
York University
“Take the Sure-to-U program at Columbia International College, and gain entry to one of Canada’s most innovative and high technology universities.”
Joe Stokes
University Registrar
Adjunct Professor
Ontario Tech University
University Registrar
Adjunct Professor
Ontario Tech University
“CIC students perform at a high rate at the University of Ottawa. It’s Sure-to-University program will offer students an unparalleled opportunity to access top Canadian universities despite the current global challenges. We are pleased to partner with CIC on this exciting new program.”
Michelle Beauchamp
Director, Recruitment & Admissions
University of Ottawa
Director, Recruitment & Admissions
University of Ottawa
SIZOVA VERONIKA
Communication, Culture & Information Technology
Total Scholarships
C$258,500
GHAFOOR ARASH
Integrated Biomedical Eng. & Health Sciences
Total Scholarships
C$46,000
THAI QUYNH HUONG NGUYEN
Mathematics & Statistics
Total Scholarships
C$42,500
DURU PAULA OLUCHI
Biological Science
Total Scholarships
C$27,000
JEREMY GLEN MARCO
Computer Science
Total Scholarships
C$142,500
ABDUL ABDUL-RAZAK
Financial & Business Economics
Total Scholarships
C$10,000
VO DINH HUY NGUYEN
Business Administration
Total Scholarships
C$95,600
LOH YI TING
Civil Engineering
Total Scholarships
C$14,000
CHUN TAT HU
Business Administration
Total Scholarships
C$212,100
OLUWATISE BODUNRIN
Engineering
Total Scholarships
C$82,600
Our Graduates Were Accepted to:
| Europe |
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| University College London |
| Imperial College London |
| University of Edinburgh |
| University of Manchester |
| King's College London |
| University of the Arts London |
| University of Warwick |
| University of Birmingham |
| University of Leeds |
| University of Bristol |
| University of Glasgow |
| University of Amsterdam |
| Glion Institute of Higher Education |
| Australia |
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| University of Melbourne |
| The University of Sydney |
| University Of New South Wales |
| University of Queensland |
| Asia |
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| National University of Singapore |
| Nanyang Technological University |
| The University of Hong Kong |
| Hong Kong U of Science and Technology |
| The Chinese University of Hong Kong |
| The Hong Kong Polytechnic University |
| The University of Tokyo |
When: January 4 to June 30
Eligibility: Students intending to start university in September
- High school graduates from last school year, or
- Currently studying Grade 12 or equivalent:
- Senior Middle 3 who have completed HuiKao
- O Level with 6 IGCSE passes
- First Year A Level
CIC Admission Requirements: for Sure-To-University Programs
- Submit all transcripts starting from Grade 9
- Minimum 70% average in all subjects in last year
- English Language Requirement
- IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 79 / Duolingo 95, or
- CIC English Placement Test to reach 4U level
- Math placement test to reach 4U level
- For those who are going into Business, Science, Engineering and some Social Science programs
Your First Step
Towards University Success
Starts Here
Apply before December 19
Classes start January 4,
Guidance & University Placement Support
Ms. Annie Rong
Student Leadership Development Workshop
Mr. Brandon Lewis
Tutorial Support
Ms. Crystal Auger
Wellness Counselling Support
Mr. Qiang Hao
Multilingual Admissions and Liaison Support
| Name | Language(s) Spoken | Phone +1 905-572-7883 |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Lorenzo Mesquita | Portuguese, Spanish, English | Ext. 2744 vbomm@CIC-TotalCare.com |
| Ms. Priscilla Tamaklo | French, English | Ext. 2841 ptamaklo@CIC-TotalCare.com |
| Ms. Julia Abdoullaeva | Russian, English, Spanish, Turkish, French | Ext. 2818 jabdoullaeva@CIC-TotalCare.com |
| Ms. Jane Liu | Mandarin, English | Ext. 2814 jliu@CIC-TotalCare.com |
| Ms. Maggie Li | Mandarin, English | Ext. 2731 mli@CIC-TotalCare.com |
| Ms. Sing Wai Chu | Mandarin, Cantonese, English | Ext. 2831 tcheung@CIC-TotalCare.com |
| Ms. Krystal Nguyen | Vietnamese, English | Ext. 2749 ttrinh@CIC-TotalCare.com |
- Fast track: 6 months to complete
- Quality teaching: daily live teaching and many other supplementary supports
- Reputable: a school with 45 years of proven excellence in Total Care Education®
Will CIC guide the students through the application procedure?
CIC’s full-time counsellors from the Guidance and University Placement Services will support both students who are taking courses in-person or online.
The support includes:
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- application workshops
- one-on-one counselling
- follow-up appointments
- resources
- meeting with university admissions representatives
If a student has passed Grade 11 Math/English courses at a high school in Ontario, will she/he need to write CIC’s Math/English placement test?
No, students who passed Grade 11 Math or English in an Ontario High School would not need to take our placement test. CIC would recognize the credit and consider prerequisites are fulfilled for Grade 12 English and Math.
If a student has completed Grade 11 or equivalent but does not have completed HuiKao; O Level with 6 IGCSE passes; or a high school diploma, can this student join this program?
CIC would grant you 23 Equivalent Credits for having completed Grade 11. You would need to complete a total of 7 credits at CIC, including 6 Grade 12 University courses in order to graduate. If you are able to graduate on time (by June 2020) and apply for September admissions you would still enjoy the benefits of Sure-To-University.
What would happen if a student cannot graduate on time?
If students cannot graduate on time (by June), they can continue studying at CIC by taking additional courses and apply to university for January or September 2022 admissions. However, Sure-To-University program benefits only apply for September admissions to the 5 university partners.
Can students apply to universities other than the six universities?
Yes, students joining Sure-To-University would still be able to apply to any other universities in Canada and around the world. Only the 5 Sure-to-University partner institutions are granting the special admissions benefits, including holding seats. The institutions are University of Toronto, York University, Mc Master, Ottawa University and Ontario Tech University.
How do students fulfill the Literacy and community service hours requirements?
In order to fulfill Literacy requirements the Ontario Ministry of Education requires a pass in the Literacy Test (OSSLT) or successful completion of Literacy course (OLC4O). CIC will arrange students to take the test or the literacy course depending on the directive from Ontario Ministry of Education.
Community Service hours can be achieved in many different ways and our Student Leadership Development staff can help arranging community service activities and tracking required hours.
Every student who begins secondary school during or after the 1999–2000 school year must complete a minimum of 40 hours of community involvement activities as part of the requirements for an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
Are there prerequisite requirements for taking the grade 12 courses?
A prerequisite course ensures that students have the prior knowledge required to be successful in subsequent studies.
The Ontario Ministry of Education established prerequisite requirements:
- To enroll in Grade 12 math, science, computer science, or accounting courses, students must have successfully completed those courses at a Grade 11 level
- Those courses must be indicated on the transcripts from the previous schools