Pick your program! Do you want a Canadian cultural experience? Do you need help preparing for an exchange or degree program in English? Whatever your language-learning goal, we have a program for you!
This 12-week intensive English language program develops knowledge, skills, and strategies for academic success. It is offered three times per year in fall, winter, and summer.
This 3-week English immersion program focuses on developing language skills using Canadian academic content and the UN\'s Sustainable Development Goals. It emphasizes the knowledge, skills and strategies needed for academic success and is offered twice each year in early spring and summer.
This 3–4 week English immersion program is ideal for those who want to immerse themselves in Canadian culture while learning English. It is offered twice each year in winter and summer.
QBridge is an English language pathway for students who have been given a conditional offer of admission to a Queen\'s University undergraduate program.
This 6-week intensive English language program builds the foundational knowledge, skills, and strategies for academic success. It is offered three times per year in fall, winter, and summer.
English for Beginners is a free 6-module online ESL course that will give you the chance to improve your English skills with some fun activities. When you finish the course, you will receive a digital badge of completion.
Language Support provides weekly online tutorials for university students currently enrolled in an English-language degree or diploma program.
Our customized one-on-one virtual tutoring sessions offer personalized instruction specifically targeted to your learning needs.
Queen’s School of English is proud to partner with many different parts of the University and Kingston community to provide language programming to support student journeys from English Learner to Graduate.
This fall 12–week intensive English language program develops knowledge, skills, and strategies for academic success in the Queen's Faculty of Law Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law. It is exclusively offered online.
At QSoE you will have the opportunity to extend your learning beyond the classroom. Participate in trips, activities, volunteer club and student council to make this experience your own. Immerse yourself in Canadian culture as you develop friendships, build community and create memories to last a lifetime.
At Queen’s School of English, your learning adventure continues outside the classroom! Experience Canadian culture by diving into exciting trips, joining in activities, and being part of the Volunteer Club to shape your unique experience. Make friendships, build community, and create unforgettable memories that will stay with you forever.
Make a difference! QSoE students have the unique opportunity to give their time, knowledge and expertise to the Kingston community by joining the QSoE Volunteer Club. The club supports local charities and groups in need. Students decide how they can best support the charity, whether it be through fundraising activities to get money for a charity, giving their time to help the charity's work, or raising awareness in the community so that others know of the work the charity is doing.
Take advantage of Kingston’s convenient location and travel with us to tourist attractions in Toronto, Niagara Falls, Ottawa and Montreal. QSoE trips are staffed by our Student Life Program Monitors – Queen’s University students – who make sure our students are safe and have fun! Trip tickets include bus transportation, accommodations, entry to attractions and free time to explore on your own.
Queen’s School of English partners with Canada Homestay Network (CHN) to provide you with an enriching and engaging homestay experience.
Homestay is recommended while you are studying at QSoE, and it offers many benefits:
To apply for Homestay visit the CHN page.
"Welcoming students into my home for over ten years was the best experience. Not only were they eager to learn about my family and my traditions, but they brought all their culture and experiences with them as well. A wonderful opportunity to grow and share."
- Kingston Homestay host, Tracy Lott
There is some Queen’s University residence accommodation available in the summer through Event Services. Visit the Events Services website for more information.
Through the academic year, there is very limited accommodation available in residences. Visit Queen's Residence website for more information.
For students who do not require any direct assistance in arranging for their housing, Queen’s Community Housing provides a listing of non-university and university-owned houses and other resources.
Learn more about Community Housing
Do you want to learn more about what our students love to see and do in Kingston? Then check out our free online guide about what we love about living here.