George Brown College - Casa Loma Campus

George Brown College Funded Scholarships

Diploma/Degree Scholarships

Thirty-one scholarships to be awarded to eligible returning students in full-time post-secondary programs (diploma or degree) as follows:

• Fall competition- 14 worth $5,000 and 17 worth $1,000
• Winter competition- 6 worth $5,000 and 9 worth $1,000

Certificate Scholarships

The award is available to eligible returning students in full-time post-secondary Certificate or Post Graduate Certificate program (2 or 3 semesters) as follows:

Scholarships of $2,000:

• 12 awards for January start
• 7 awards for May start
• 15 awards for September start

EAP Scholarships

There are eighteen scholarships available for eligible returning ESL students as follows:

• Scholarships of $1,000: 6 Awards (April Competition)
• Scholarships of $1,000: 6 Awards (August Competition)
• Scholarships of $1,000: 6 Awards (December Competition)

Externally Funded Scholarships

The Kimokran scholarship is a $1,000 scholarship awarded to an international student based on academic performance and community involvement. To qualify an applicant must:

• be an international student with a valid Study Permit
• be registered in a full-time diploma or degree program
• have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 in at least two full semesters of consecutive study have participated in activities that have made a contribution to other students, their Department/School and/or the College community

Assist-On Scholarship

The Assist-On scholarship is a scholarship of $1,000 that is awarded to an international student based on academic performance and community involvement. The student must be in a Degree/ Diploma/ Certificate program.

 The following criteria must be met by the applicant:  

• Student must be an international student
• Minimum GPA of 3.3
• The student must be actively involved in the Community (college and/or external)

Woori Education Scholarship

The Woori Education Scholarship is a scholarship of $2,000 that is awarded to an international student based on academic performance and community involvement. To qualify the applicant must:

• be an international student with a valid Study Permit
• be registered in a full-time diploma or degree program
• have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 in at least two full semesters of consecutive study
• have participated in activities that have made a contribution to other students, their Department/School and/or the College community

As a George Brown student, you may be eligible to work both, on- or off-campus. To qualify, you must have a valid Study Permit and be registered full-time in a certificate, diploma or degree granting program of at least six months in duration. You can work up to 20 hours per week during regular academic sessions and full-time during scheduled breaks. You do not need a work permit; however you must have a Social Insurance Number that you can apply for after you arrive in Canada.

Rate: CA$15,00 per hour

George Brown College student residence, The George

George Brown College has a student residence, The George, that features all-inclusive living, with the flexibility of 8 month (Fall/Winter) and 4 Month (Summer) agreements.

The George houses over 500 students in fully furnished 2-bedroom suites that include a kitchenette and 3-piece bathroom. The rooms are fully loaded, with Wi-Fi, cable television and a flat screen TV, phone with local calling, and floor to ceiling windows.

Our common spaces are second to none, featuring a BBQ patio, large games room, relaxation area with media screens, and study space overlooking the city.

George Brown College Off Campus Housing Rental Resources

Places 4 Students

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• https://housing.georgebrown.ca/

Shared Accommodation

While most students need to purchase and cook their own food, some listings in this category may indicate that board is available. Although your room may be furnished, you should be prepared to supply your own bedding and towels.

Room: A private bedroom with shared access to only bathroom and kitchen facilities.

Shared Apartment or House: A private bedroom with shared access to the kitchen, bathroom, living room etc.

Semi-Private: A private bedroom in a house or apartment with one or more private facilities i.e. bathroom, kitchen and/or sitting or study area.

Private Accommodation

Private accommodation is self-contained and usually has a private entrance which separates it from the rest of the building. You must be able to lock this entrance.

Apartment: A unit with a least one bedroom, a bathroom, a kitchen, and one or more other rooms, such as a living room, all of which are private.

Bachelor Apartment: A unit with one room for living and sleeping, as well as a bathroom and kitchen area, all of which are private.

House: A complete house for rent.

Other Options

• Parkside Student Residence
• CampusOne
• Campus Common Student Residence