Western International College (Navitas): Western University Pathway Fees & Guide

Western International College (WesternIC) is a new pathway college for Western University in London, Ontario, run in partnership with Navitas. Its first students arrive in September 2026 at Western's west campus, formerly the Brescia campus. It offers International Year One programmes leading into the second year of Western degrees, plus an English Boost term. Western is one of Canada's leading research universities, home to the Ivey Business School. This guide covers official fees, programmes, and what to check.

Quick facts snapshot

• Institution: Western International College, a pathway college run by Navitas in partnership with Western University
• Location: Western's west campus (formerly Brescia), London, Ontario
• First intake: September 2026
• Fees, September 2026 intake (WesternIC's page): International Year One (Management and Organizational Studies) C$50,016 for 3 terms; International Year One (Science, Social Science) C$47,493 for 3 terms; WELC English Boost C$6,777.41 for 1 term
• January to May 2027 intake: International Year One (MOS) C$60,105; Science and Social Science C$47,493
• Compulsory charges: ancillary fees of about C$1,226 to C$1,440 a term and University Health Insurance Plan of C$316 a term

Rankings and reputation

WesternIC is a new pathway college, so it is not ranked. Western University ranks among Canada's top research universities, and its Ivey Business School is internationally known. Judge the college on progression arrangements to your target Western programme.

Academics and signature programs

International Year One programmes cover first-year university courses with extra academic and English support, in management and organisational studies (MOS), science, and social science. Successful students progress into the second year at Western. The WELC English Boost term supports students who need more English before starting. Ask for the progression GPA and which majors are open.

Admissions and international eligibility

Entry depends on school results and English, with lower requirements than direct university entry. After an offer, you need a study permit, and most new students also need a provincial attestation letter from the province where they will study.

English language requirements

• English requirements are lower than for direct entry; check WesternIC's requirements
• The WELC English Boost term prepares students who need more English
• Progression requires meeting Western's standards
• Confirm scores before applying

Application checklist

A typical application includes school transcripts, English results, and passport details. Ask for the progression GPA for your target programme and for the refund policy before paying.

Tuition, living costs, and scholarships

WesternIC lists September 2026 fees of C$50,016 for International Year One in MOS and C$47,493 for science and social science, each for three terms, and C$6,777.41 for the WELC English Boost term. The January to May 2027 MOS intake is listed at C$60,105. Add ancillary fees of about C$1,226 to C$1,440 a term, health insurance of C$316 a term, housing, meals, and books.

Estimated living costs

• Study-permit applicants must show funds for tuition, travel, and living costs, and the required amount is updated periodically
• International students can generally work a limited number of hours per week off campus during term under current rules
• Winters are cold, so budget for winter clothing
• Housing near campus can be limited, so arrange it early
• Public transit and student passes reduce commuting costs in most cities

Scholarships

Ask WesternIC about scholarships, and whether Western awards apply after progression.

Campus life and student support

The west campus, formerly Brescia University College, is a quiet, leafy campus near Western's main campus. Students have access to Western's facilities and student life. London, Ontario, is a mid-sized city about two hours from Toronto.

Career outcomes and post-study work rights

Career outcomes depend on the Western degree you complete. Western graduates are recruited by major Canadian employers, and Western degrees can lead to PGWP eligibility.

Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit

Graduates of eligible programs at designated learning institutions can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit, whose length generally depends on the program length up to three years. Canada has tightened rules, including language requirements and, for some program types, field-of-study conditions, and it caps new study permits, so confirm the current rules with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and ask the institution whether your program qualifies.

A new college

WesternIC opens in September 2026, so it has no track record of progression results yet. Ask how many places are available, what support is offered, and what happens if you do not meet progression requirements.

Management and Organizational Studies

Western's MOS programme covers business, accounting, finance, human resources, and management, and is distinct from the Ivey HBA, which students usually enter after two years. MOS International Year One costs more than science and social science. Ask how MOS students can later apply to Ivey.

Living in London, Ontario

London is a mid-sized city with parks, the Thames River, and a large student population. Rents are lower than Toronto. Winters are cold and snowy. Buses connect the campuses with downtown.

Study permit and PGWP planning

Canada caps study permits and requires most new undergraduates to obtain a provincial attestation letter. Pathway study as part of a university degree may affect PGWP eligibility differently from a standalone college programme, so check IRCC's current rules.

Health insurance and pre-arrival preparation

International students need health coverage, which may be through a provincial plan after a waiting period or a university plan, so ask what applies. Budget for the study permit fee, flights, winter clothing, and a housing deposit, and arrange housing early.

What to expect in your first months

The first weeks involve orientation, registration, and adapting to Canadian classroom culture, which values participation and regular assignments. Students who use tutoring, writing support, and co-op advising early tend to settle faster.

A realistic budget

At about C$50,000 in tuition, C$4,500 in term fees and insurance, and C$15,000 to C$18,000 for housing and meals, the first year could cost about C$70,000.

Questions to ask before you accept an offer

• What GPA do I need to progress, and into which programmes?
• Is progression guaranteed or competitive for my target major?
• What are the total fees including compulsory term fees?
• Do I need a provincial attestation letter?
• What housing options are available?
• How do college courses transfer to the university?

Who Western International College suits best

WesternIC suits students who want a supported route into a Western University degree but do not meet direct entry. It may suit less well students on a tight budget or who already qualify for direct entry.

WesternIC compared with direct entry to Western

Direct entry is cheaper if you qualify. WesternIC charges higher first-year fees for smaller classes and extra support. Compare cost, support, and progression certainty.

Step-by-step application roadmap

1. Choose your program and confirm entry requirements.
2. Check the English requirement and book a test if needed.
3. Apply with transcripts and passport details.
4. Accept your offer and obtain the documents needed for your study permit.
5. Apply for your study permit and arrange insurance.
6. Book housing and attend orientation.

Preparing your documents early

Gather certified transcripts, English results, and proof of funds, and start the study-permit process early because processing times vary. Keep written confirmation of fees and scholarships.

How Navitas pathway colleges work

Navitas runs pathway colleges on or near partner university campuses. Students enrol with the college, take university-level courses taught to the university's standards, and progress into the university once they meet set grades. Fees are paid to the college during the pathway stage and to the university afterwards. Ask how credits transfer, whether you hold a university student card, and what happens if you narrowly miss the progression grade.

Western University in brief

Western University is a public research university in London, Ontario, founded in 1878, known for business through the Ivey Business School, medicine, engineering, health sciences, and social sciences. Its main campus is large and leafy, with Gothic-style buildings.

A step-by-step checklist before paying

Confirm the progression GPA for your target Western programme, compare September and January intake fees, budget for ancillary fees and insurance each term, check provincial attestation requirements, and read the refund policy.

Questions for current students

If possible, speak with current WesternIC students about teaching, workload, housing, and progression to Western. Their experience can help you judge whether it suits you and what to budget for in the first year.

Mistakes to avoid

Applicants sometimes compare WesternIC's first-year fees with Western's direct-entry fees without counting the extra support, or overlook term fees. Compare carefully.

Frequently asked questions