Metropolitan College is a small ESL school specializing in effective and affordable English Language training. The school was founded in 1997 and has had students from Japan, Korea, Russia, Kazakhstan, Italy, Switzerland, Greece, Germany, China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela and India.

The college offers students:
affordable tuition fees
convenient downtown location
downtown walking tour upon arrival
city library card setup
free bank account setup with Visa credit card
unlimited, high-speed Internet access
lunch area
study area
nearby coffee shop, library, shopping, banks, restaurants, parks, etc.

When you enter Metropolitan College you will first notice our welcoming staff and warm, comfortable learning environment. The teachers are focused on working with students to help them achieve their English language goals. The teachers are always working on improving their lessons, methods and teaching abilities.

The teachers:
are professional and qualified
are friendly, fun and prepared
are good listeners
are born and raised in Canada
prepare lessons and activities based on students' needs
provide individual tutoring, counselling and advice

The school encourage our students to take a work internship or volunteer while studying with them.

Students usually study for a minumum of two months and then join a work internship program. Students are able to gather experience and knowledge that will be especially helpful to learn about various careers. The most popular placement fields include banking, media, accounting, general office, IT and tourism.

Students usually volunteer after school or on the weekends. Students typically volunteer in Senior Centres (retired Canadians), YMCA (with children), hospitals (working with patients), SPCA (working with animals) or in the business field they are interested in.

Taking a work internship or volunteering in the local community greatly benefits students by allowing them to:
to speak English naturally in the "real world"
become more confident in their English conversation
make Canadian friends and meet new people
learn more about North American culture
learn and develop a new skill
use and practice existing skills
enjoy the satisfaction in making a positive difference
gain work experience and references

We provide economical, safe, friendly and convenient accommodations for students. All accommodations are located in friendly neighbourhoods and are near the school or close to public transportation.

Homestays
A secure, friendly Canadian family is ready to adopt you into their house and life. You will receive a furnished room in the house - the room includes a bed, desk and dresser. Students always have their own room and do not share it with other students.

Homestay families undergo security checks to ensure each home is safe. Care is taken to ensure that the culture the international student has been raised in is accepted and respected. Our homestay families do not view students as a business. Students are viewed as family member.

Our Homestay Co-ordinator:
Arranges for a suitable homestay
Ensures each family is safe with family security checks
Meets you at airport and introduces you to homestay
Assists with telephone call to your family (safe arrival)
Ensures culture of student is respected by family
Monitors your homestay placement

C$900.00 (per month - all meals)
C$700.00 (per month - no meals)

Shared House
Metropolitan College offers students the option of having a room in a house. Students have a private bedroom (furnished with bed and desk) in a house. The kitchen and bathroom are shared with other students. Shared houses are usually located in quiet areas of the city.

C$700.00 (per month including all utilities and wifi)

Hamilton
Rich in history and culture and surrounded by spectacular nature, Hamilton, Ontario is a city like no other. Unique for its urban feel and vibrant arts and culture, Hamilton also has deep roots and a proud history. Surrounded by the picturesque southern shores of Lake Ontario and the beautiful trails of the Niagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, Hamilton offers convenient access to conservation and recreation lands, amazing waterfalls, and is a natural playground for cyclists, hikers, boaters and outdoor adventurers.

Located in the heart of the most popular travel destinations in Canada, the City of Hamilton lies halfway between Toronto and Niagara Falls, less than an hour from each, making it an ideal destination.

A Great City
population of 515,000
one of the cheapest cities to live in Canada
excellent public transit
once selected the safest city in Canada
friendly citizens
very historical
excellent health & hospital system
multi-cultural (originally England, Ireland, Scotland, Italy and Portugual immigrants)
four distinct seasons
temperatures of up to 30C in the summer to -15C in the winter
receives approximately 50cm-75cm of snow each winter
amazing fall foliage / colours
many festivals: Winterfest, Maple Syrup Festival, Ribfest, Festival of Friends and Fall Fair
many activities available including hiking in a variety of parks, swimming, nature / wildlife viewing, sports (golfing / tennis / skiing / snowboarding / fishing), sailing and casino
professional sports - Tiger Cats (football) and Bulldogs (hockey)
great shopping with 5 shopping malls
excellent nightlife including two pub districts Hess Village and Augusta Street (next to school)
10 diverse museums, symphony, orchestra and opera
beautiful harborfront
excellent dining/restaurants
world class university - McMaster University