Hudson College
- Why
- A real Canadian environment · Transparent costs
- Because
- Limited international enrolment · OSSD and credit equivalency · AP courses and STEM pathway
- Result
- Fast language adjustment · Clear budget · Strong application file
- Benefit
- Premium · CAD 8,470 above the median, with AP, homestay and ESL support
- Cost
- CAD 32,850 (headline annual tuition) · about CAD 3,285 per school month
Why Hudson College?
Many parents worry that their child will not improve their English enough in a school filled only with international students. Most of Hudson College's students are Canadian, and the number of international students is deliberately kept limited.
- A real Canadian environment: Families who want their child to study in the same class as local students look at this school.
- Transparent costs: For parents who want to see the fee items in advance, the school's fee table is clear.
- Science and math goals: A dedicated pathway is offered for students who want to accelerate in STEM.
Reasons: features that set Hudson College apart
The information on the school's international student and fee pages shows the grounds for this choice.
- Limited international enrolment: International students make up about 10 percent of the school. Students spend the whole day in an English-speaking environment, which speeds up language development.
- OSSD and credit equivalency: Depending on previous schooling, up to 8 credits are recognized on entry to Grade 10, 16 to Grade 11 and 24 to Grade 12, so years completed in the home country are not wasted.
- AP courses and STEM pathway: AP Calculus AB, Chemistry and Biology are offered in Grade 12. With the STEM Acceleration Pathway, students can also study upper-grade content, which strengthens applications to science and engineering programs.
- ESL included in tuition: ESL support during the school year is included in tuition, so there is no extra cost.
- Small homestay program: Only 15–20 students are placed each year. Host families go through a security screening and a home visit, so accommodation is closely monitored.
Cost analysis: what one school year costs
First-year tuition for international students is CAD 32,850 for 2026-27, including all mandatory fees and ESL support; subsequent years are CAD 28,050.
| Item | CAD | When |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition, first year (international, includes mandatory fees and ESL support) | 32,850 | listed with the annual fees |
| Tuition, subsequent years | 28,050 | listed with the annual fees |
| Homestay, per month (Grades 9-12) | 1,400 | per month |
| Optional guardianship, per year | 1,500 | listed with the annual fees |
| Application fee | 200 | one-time |
| Placement fee | 200 | one-time |
| Headline annual tuition | 32,850 | 2026-27 |
| One-time fees in the first year | 400 | added to the first year only |
The headline fee works out to about CAD 3,285 per school month over a 10-month year, before accommodation.
Fees were compiled in October 2026 and change every school year; confirm the amount with the school before applying.
How this fee compares
At CAD 32,850, this fee is CAD 8,470 above the median of CAD 24,380 among 16 private schools, tuition only.
Outcome: what it means for the student and family
For a family sending their child to Toronto, these features lead to the following outcomes:
- Fast language adjustment: Being in the same classes and clubs as Canadian peers strengthens everyday and academic English naturally.
- Clear budget: The first year is announced as CAD 32,850 and subsequent years as CAD 28,050, so families can see the cost of several years in advance.
- Strong application file: The OSSD, AP courses and credit equivalency let students continue their university plan without losing time.
- Scholarship opportunity: A merit scholarship of up to CAD 2,000 is available for applications to Grade 7 and above.
Benefit analysis: what the investment buys
The student works toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) plus Advanced Placement (AP) and STEM / STEAM, taught and assessed by certified Canadian teachers.
ESL/ELL support builds academic English step by step, so subject marks are not held back by language.
A screened homestay family provides a private room, meals and daily support, and the school monitors the placement.
Clubs, teams and community activities let the student build a profile beyond grades.
A Canadian transcript, teacher references and extracurricular record that Canadian and international universities review directly.
Cost–benefit at a glance
| Measure | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Annual investment | CAD 32,850 | Headline annual tuition, from the cost analysis above |
| Per school month | CAD 3,285 | Over a 10-month school year |
| Price position | +CAD 8,470 | vs. median CAD 24,380 · 16 private schools, tuition only |
| Specialty programs | 2 | Advanced Placement (AP) and STEM / STEAM |
| Living arrangement | Homestay | Included in the cost analysis where the school publishes it |
| Language support | ESL/ELL | Structured English support listed by the school |
| Value verdict | Premium |
CAD 8,470 above the median across 16 private schools, tuition only. The higher price is worth it when the student will use what it pays for: AP, homestay and ESL support.
Who it suits and what to consider
- Who it suits: Students who are keen to mix with local students, want to challenge themselves academically, and can live with a host family.
- Places and timing: The international enrolment and the homestay program are small, so applying early matters. There is an entrance assessment or interview.
- Costs: Homestay is CAD 1,400 per month. There is also a CAD 200 placement fee and optional custodianship (CAD 1,500 per year). Current fees should be confirmed with the school before applying.
Practical notes
The application requires the last two years of report cards, a teacher reference, a passport or identity document, and vaccination records. Students in homestay can also stay with their host family during the winter, March and summer breaks. The school year runs from September to June, and recognition in the student's home country is handled by that country's education authority.
Because international places are limited, applying at the right time matters. Have a free preliminary assessment meeting with Canadian Edu Centre to find out whether your child is a good fit.