Admissions

Applications for the 2026-27 school year will open in the fall. More information will be available soon.

Diversity Statement for EPSB International Programs

The EPSB International Student Program strives to provide a world class educational experience to students from across the globe and enrich the culture, relationships and perspectives of resident students. We are committed to championing diversity by bringing people together from multiple backgrounds to create productive, authentic learning environments that reflect the world into which students will graduate.

Student Selection Process for International Students

Student selection for entrance into EPSB International Programs is completed based on multiple criteria, including consideration of our Diversity Statement.

Applications must be complete with all required documentation before a decision on acceptance can be determined; this includes a confirmed address.
Acceptance into the EPSB International Program will be based on meeting/exceeding the criteria for admission.
Priority will be given to Secondary High School student applications (grades 10-12).
Confirmation that EPSB has the required capacity to accommodate the student in their age-appropriate grade placement.
In accordance with our Diversity Statement, the student’s country of residence will be a consideration for acceptance into the program.

EPSB International Programs acceptance is not based on a first come, first serve system but rather based on the above criteria.

Specific school placements for international students are not guaranteed. Final decisions regarding school access and placements for international students will be made solely by Edmonton Public Schools, depending on capacities to accommodate.

International Student Program - Application Process

Is the international student planning to live in a private arrangement or the Homestay program, without their natural parent(s)?

Yes

If yes, complete an online International Student Program application form: APPLY ONLINE.

If a natural parent(s) with Visitor status in Canada will accompany the student to Edmonton and live with them full-time, then the student must complete an online International Student Program application form: APPLY ONLINE.

If a natural parent(s) will accompany the student to Edmonton with any status in Canada other than Visitor (ie: Work Permit, Post-Secondary Study Permit or Permanent Residency), please contact District Support Services at 780-429- 8030.

Policy on applicants from India

Attention:

To the parents of applicants:

You must inform international program staff if you are applying for a work permit.
Your application will not be processed if you have applied for a work permit. You must wait for your work permit results.
If you knowingly have applied for a work permit during your international student application process, you will not be eligible for a refund.
If a natural parent(s) will accompany the student to Edmonton with any status in Canada other than Visitor (ie: Work Permit, Post-Secondary Study Permit or Permanent Residency), please contact District Support Services at 780-429- 8030.