Welcome to the Adler Graduate Professional School.
As the Director of International Programs and as part of the Adler Faculty I am excited to guide you, the potential international student, through the education process of the Master’s of Psychology program at the Adler Graduate Professional School (AGPS).
The Master of Psychology (M. Psy.) program has been designed for students wishing to pursue graduate level psychology or for those already in the field who wish to expand their knowledge base and skills. International students who wish to apply and who do not yet have a bachelor’s degree equivalent to a Canadian bachelor degree are eligible in our program to advance their education through our Transitional Diploma. (For more information please follow the links provided)
Graduate level education in psychology at AGPS has been a presence in Canada since 1978. We welcome a select number of qualified students to join a community of students and faculty dedicated to intellectual development and growth. You will find yourself surrounded in a family atmosphere of learning, where intellectual stimulation, encouragement of creativity, independent thinking and diverse opinions are welcome. The AGPS community values a broad range of experiences, cultures and perspectives.
A Canadian degree is highly valued and recognised by multi- national employers, international governmental and non governmental institutions alike. Students who graduate from AGPS can pursue careers in public policy, education, private practice, clinics and many other fields of psychology. Our aim is to encourage you in intellectual growth and passion, understanding the differences in human nature and existence, engagement in deeper societal questions and learning how you can impact the world around you.
We are located in the heart of Canada’s largest multicultural city of Toronto with close proximity to libraries, lectures, museums, shops, restaurants and many great cultural and other institutions. I hope you will find AGPS as exciting and enriching as many of our previous students have. This is a place that is actively pursuing a multiplicity of ideas, visions and experiences that can be valued as potentials and possibilities of the future. To quote Alfred Adler: “ The science of the mind can only have for its proper goal the understanding of human nature by every human being, and through its use, bring peace to every human soul”
I look forward to hearing from you and helping you find your way on your educational journey.
Sincerely,
Dr. M. Elmpak, C. Psych.
Director of International Programs
Professor of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology
Adler Graduate Professional School
English language requirements
TOEFL – IBT 92
PBT – 580
IELTS – 6.5
The language proficiency test requirements will be waived for those applicants whose mother tongue or first language is English or who have studied full time for at least 2 years at an accredited university where the language of instruction and examination is English and is located in a country where English is the first language.
Credential assessment
Graduates of recognized academic institutions outside Canada should hold an appropriate Honours Bachelors degree.
For credential assessment please go to:
www.icascanada.ca International Credential Assessment Services
www.wes.org.ca World Educational Services
Funding
We recommend that you contact the Ministry of Education in your home country, research scholarships provided by organizations or companies, as funding for international students is very limited.
There is more information at the following web sites:
www.scholarships-bourses.gc.ca
Living in Toronto
Toronto is a dynamic centre of business, industry and culture. The city is renowned for its cultural mosaic of people and cultures from all around the world. Creating a friendly safe environment with culturally diverse neighbourhoods , offering a plethora of restaurants, festivals and social events all year round. There are world class theatre, art galleries, museums, sporting venues and shopping all within walking distance from the Adler Graduate professional School.
Climate- Toronto’s climate is one of the mildest in Canada, partially due to the proximity of lake Ontario. Generally, spring and summer temperatures range from 15 c-25c. The winter months hover slightly below the freezing mark, January being the coldest month with an average daily temperature of -4.5c. www.theweathernetwork.com
Accommodation – There is a wide range of accommodation available for you in Toronto, depending on your needs and price point. You should expect to pay between $9,000 – $14,000 a year for accommodation in Toronto.
Independent student residences:
www.torontostudentresidence.com
www.downtownstudenthousing.com
You can purchase an eight week guest membership for the University of Toronto’s housing service to have access to the university accommodation listing. You will need to send your acceptance into the Adler program to qualify for this.
General rental listings can be found at www.torontorentals.com or www.mls.ca (under rentals)
For students interested in home stay accommodation please contact the office. info@adler.ca
Financial institutions – Many students open up a bank account while in Toronto. You will need two pieces of identification (driver’s license, passport) one of which must have a picture, to set up an account.
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)
President’s Choice Financial Services
If you still have questions please feel free to contact us directly. We look forward to welcoming you to Toronto!
an appointment for your personal M.Psy. information session.