Written by Chet Raj Bhandari

About George Brown Polytechnic

Ask a Nepali student headed for Toronto why they picked George Brown Polytechnic – known as George Brown College until its October 2025 rebrand – over a bigger university, and the answer is usually the same: hands-on, career-focused programs built around what Toronto employers are actually hiring for, taught in the city where those industries operate.

Founded in 1967 and named after Globe newspaper founder and Father of Confederation George Brown, the institution runs three main campuses across downtown Toronto – St. James, Casa Loma, and Waterfront – and is best known nationally for its Chef School and health sciences programs, alongside strong business, design, and construction/trades offerings.

As the best consultancy in Nepal for Canada, Goreto Consultancy has helped Nepali students navigate the George Brown application process end to end – from eligibility to visa – and this page covers everything you need to decide if it’s the right fit before you apply. You can also check George Brown’s own international students page for the latest official updates.

George Brown Polytechnic Campuses

George Brown Polytechnic operates three main campuses across downtown Toronto, all within a short walk or transit ride of each other:

S.No	Campus Name	City	Province	Country
1.	St. James Campus (200 King St E)	Toronto	Ontario	Canada
2.	Casa Loma Campus (160 Kendal Ave)	Toronto	Ontario	Canada
3.	Waterfront Campus (51 Dockside Dr)	Toronto	Ontario	Canada

See the full campuses and locations page for satellite sites used by specific programs.

Programs Offered By George Brown Polytechnic

George Brown Polytechnic offers a wide range of diploma, advanced diploma, degree, certificate, and graduate certificate programs, with particular strength in culinary arts, hospitality, health sciences, business, design, and the skilled trades. Program lengths typically run from a few months for certificates up to four years for degrees. Browse the full, current list on George Brown’s official programs page.

Campus Life

International students at George Brown Polytechnic have access to typical campus amenities across all three campuses, including:

On- and off-campus housing support (see Accommodation below)
Campus bookstores
Athletics & wellness facilities
Paid student parking (limited availability)
Study lounges and computer labs

Notable Alumni

George Brown’s Chef School in particular has produced some of Canada’s best-known culinary names. Notable alumni include:

Mark McEwan – celebrity chef and restaurateur, 1979 Culinary Management graduate
Roger Mooking – chef, TV host, and 2001 Culinary Management graduate
Jamie Kennedy – pioneering farm-to-table Canadian chef

George Brown Polytechnic Fees

Tuition varies significantly by program. As a general guide for international students:

Program Type	Typical Annual Tuition (CAD)
Diploma / Advanced Diploma	~$19,000 – $39,500 (program-dependent)
Bachelor’s Degree	~$22,300
Graduate Certificate	~$19,000 – $20,400

Fees change annually and vary widely between programs – health sciences and culinary programs typically cost more than average. Always confirm current, program-specific tuition on George Brown’s official tuition and fees page before budgeting.

Library

George Brown Polytechnic’s Library Learning Commons operates three locations – Casa Loma, St. James, and Waterfront – each stocked with e-books, journals, and subject-specific databases you can search online or browse in person. If you’d rather talk to someone than search a catalogue, the library’s reference desk is reachable Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. (shorter hours on weekends), at 416-415-5000 ext. 8255.

Careers & Job Placement

George Brown Polytechnic’s Career Services team runs workshops, one-on-one advising, and an exclusive job board called GBCareers, open only to current students and alumni, with new postings around the clock. Reach the team at careerservices@georgebrown.ca or book an appointment through the Career Services page. Support is available in person at all three campuses as well as virtually.

Part-Time Jobs For Nepalese Students

International students at George Brown can work off-campus for up to the hours permitted under their study permit, and Career Services doesn’t restrict international students from applying to the same postings as domestic students. In a city the size of Toronto, part-time roles in retail, hospitality, food service, and administrative support are common starting points, and Career Services’ resume and interview-prep workshops are built with exactly this kind of first-time Canadian job search in mind.

Where George Brown Graduates Work

George Brown doesn’t publish a single fixed list of “top recruiting companies,” but its co-op and field placement partners span hospitality (major Toronto hotel and restaurant groups), health care (including teaching hospitals such as Sunnybrook), and financial and creative services firms across downtown Toronto. Speak with your program’s co-op or field placement coordinator for the current list of partner employers in your area of study.

Upcoming Intakes For George Brown Polytechnic

George Brown Polytechnic runs three main intakes a year – September, January, and May – with September the largest and most competitive. Since the institution reviews applications on a rolling basis with no fixed cut-off date, Nepali applicants should aim to have their application, English test scores, and supporting documents ready 9–12 months ahead of their target intake to leave enough runway for visa processing.

Top Courses

Top Degrees

Diploma
Post Graduate
Advanced Diploma
Certificate
Bachelors
Accelerated
Post Degree Certificate
Fast-Track
Post Baccalaureate
Post Graduate Diploma

Eligibility Criteria

BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAM – ELIGIBILITY
Minimum 60% in 10th & 12th.	Minimum 5.5, IELTS reading score 5.5 IELTS Writing score, Minimum 5.5 Listening score, Minimum 5.5 Speaking score. Overall 6.0 IELTS band score.	SOP, LOR, Transcript, Resume, Official score reporting, WES.

POST-SECONDARY DIPLOMA OR CERTIFICATE PROGRAM – ELIGIBILITY
Minimum 60% in 10th & 12th. Minimum 55% in diploma & Bachelor’s courses.	Minimum 6.0 IELTS reading score, 6.0 IELTS Writing score, Minimum 6.0 Listening score, Minimum 6.0 Speaking score. Overall 6.5 IELTS band score.	SOP, LOR, Transcript, Resume, Official score reporting, WES.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM – ELIGIBILITY
Minimum 60% in 10th & 12th.	Minimum 5.5 IELTS reading score, 5.5 IELTS Writing score, Minimum 5.5 Listening score, Minimum 5.5 Speaking score. Overall 6.0, IELTS band score.	SOP, LOR, Transcript, Resume, Official score reporting, WES.

Important Details About George Brown Polytechnic For Nepalese Students:

PG Work permit	Yes
Part-time jobs	Yes
Internship	Yes
Scholarship	Yes
Research	Yes
Credit transfer	Yes
Co Ops	Yes
Option for PR	Yes

Contact Information Of George Brown Polytechnic For International Students

Phone Number

+1 416-415-2000

Mobile Number

416-415-2000

Fax

1-877-515-5559

Email id:

intladmissions@georgebrown.ca

Website:

https://www.georgebrown.ca/international

Location (Casa Loma Campus):

view on Google Maps

Address:

160 Kendal Ave, Toronto, Ontario, Canada – M5R 1M3

International Entrance Exams – Scores Required For Admission:

Credential	IELTS	PTE	TOEFL	DUOLINGO
Post Graduate	6.5 no less than 6.0	Overall 60, each module 55	88 minimum 22 in each.	125+
Diploma	6.0 band no less than 5.5 band.	Overall 54, each module 50	80 minimum 20 in each.	105+
Advanced Diploma	6.0 band no less than 5.5 band.	Overall 54, each module 50	80 minimum 20 in each.	105+
Bachelor Degree	6.5 band no less than 6.0 band.	Overall 60, each module 55	84 minimum 21 in each.	115+
Certificate	6.0 band no less than 5.5 band.	Overall 54, each module 50	80 minimum 20 in each.	105+

Admission Requirements For George Brown Polytechnic

Documents Required

Most Nepali applicants need the same core set of documents:

Completed application form and application fee
Academic transcripts (10th & 12th, plus diploma/bachelor’s marksheets for graduate applicants)
Official English test scores (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or Duolingo)
Valid passport (first and last page)
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Letter of Recommendation (LOR)
Proof of funds – bank statement or sponsor affidavit of financial support
Resume/CV

Some programs ask for additional items, such as a portfolio or work experience letter. For the full checklist – including sample documents and how to prepare each one – see our complete document guide for studying abroad.

Deadline For Admissions

George Brown Polytechnic processes applications on a rolling basis with no single fixed cut-off date, though highly competitive programs fill up faster. Nepali applicants should aim to apply 9–12 months ahead of their intended intake to leave enough time for document preparation, an admission decision, and study permit processing afterward.

Program Details

Health, Wellness and Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Collaborative Program with TMU)

George Brown Polytechnic

Prog Code:

C305

Duration:

4 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5

TOEFL:

PTE:

*Note:

A joint BScN with Toronto Metropolitan University and Centennial College. The first two years are taught at George Brown's Casa Loma campus, with the final two years completed at TMU. Graduates are eligible to write the College of Nurses of Ontario registration exam.

Hospitality, Culinary and Tourism

Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Culinary Management)

George Brown Polytechnic

Prog Code:

C305

Duration:

4 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5

TOEFL:

PTE:

*Note:

Canada's only four-year Culinary Management honours bachelor's degree, combining professional kitchen training with business and hospitality management coursework at George Brown's renowned Chef School.

Management, Administration and Organisation

Business Administration Diploma

George Brown Polytechnic

Prog Code:

C305

Duration:

2 years (optional 3rd work-experience year)

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.0

TOEFL:

PTE:

*Note:

A two-year diploma covering core business functions - accounting, marketing, HR, and operations - with an optional third work-experience year to build Canadian job experience before graduating.

Management, Administration and Organisation

Human Resources Management (Graduate Certificate)

George Brown Polytechnic

Prog Code:

B408

Duration:

1 year

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5

TOEFL:

PTE:

*Note:

A 12-month postgraduate certificate with HRPA-approved coursework toward the CHRP designation. Requires one work-experience semester to graduate.

Accommodation For Nepalese Students Studying At George Brown Polytechnic

On-Campus Accommodation

George Brown’s on-campus residence, The George, is located at 80 Cooperage St., near the Waterfront Campus. It offers fully furnished studio and shared suites on eight-month (fall/winter) or four-month (summer) agreements, with a meal plan, study lounges, and roommate matching available. Reach the residence team at info@georgebrownresidence.ca or 416-761-8000.

Off-Campus Accommodation

If you’d rather live off-campus, George Brown’s Housing Information page lists resources for finding a rental near any of the three campuses, along with guidance on leases, roommates, and tenant rights in Ontario. Students admitted through the residence application may also be offered a placement at Parkside Student Residence, an affiliated off-site option in downtown Toronto.