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Bridge to Academic Success (BASE)

Waterloo campus — Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Study Level: Foundation / Pathway · English as Second Language (ESL)
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: January 2027
Tuition Fee: CAD 9,916
Application Fee: CAD 205
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Bridge to Academic Success (BASE) is a 4- or 8-month program that allows students to improve their English reading, writing, and oral language and academic skills in a university setting while earning credit towards their University of Waterloo degree. For students who meet the University of Waterloo's academic admission requirements, but don’t meet the English language requirement, they may be admitted to the Bridge to Academic Success in English (BASE) program. Once they have successfully completed BASE, students can begin studying full-time towards their degree. The undergraduate credit course(s) students take during BASE count toward their degree. There’s also iBASE, a 7-week intensive BASE program that takes place before students’ first year begins, in July and August. Whether students are admitted into the shorter or longer program, BASE is an opportunity to strengthen their English language skills before starting university, which increases students’ future academic and career successes. It’s also a way to guarantee a smooth transition to full-time university studies in Canada, making their time at Waterloo more enjoyable. In BASE language courses, students will: Improve reading, listening, writing, and oral speaking skills with a focus on using English in a university setting. Make friends and experience Canadian culture. Begin to build your professional and career skills. Earn credit toward a Waterloo degree. Get academic and social support to excel in your studies. Learn to succeed in a North American university environment. Benefits of BASE Use university support services, recreational facilities, and a public transit bus pass. Have access to Waterloo workshops on research skills, career development, time management, and more. Take a credit course and begin earning the University of Waterloo degree right away. Note: Tuition ranges from $9,916.00 - $16,145.61 based on length of study.

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Field of study: —
Credential: English as Second Language (ESL)
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: CAD 9,916
Application fee: CAD 205
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline: Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Waterloo campus

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

200 University Avenue West

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): Verify before applying

Graduating from a designated learning institution does not automatically make a student eligible for a PGWP; not every program at a DLI qualifies, and eligibility can depend on the program, language results, field of study and other requirements.

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About the Institution

In 1957, the University of Waterloo opened its doors to 74 engineering students with co-operative education as its cornerstone. Today, with more than 42,000+ students attending annually, Waterloo is #1 in Canada for experiential learning and employer-student connections. With a global network spanning more than 220,000 alumni in 151 countries, Waterloo attracts world-class scholars including a Nobel Laureate, leads in providing work-integrated learning opportunities with 7,100+ active co-op employers and fosters an entrepreneurial spirit that’s created 5,000+ jobs through Velocity alone, Canad...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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