PTE score for George Brown Polytechnic (George Brown College)
George Brown Polytechnic (George Brown College) asks for a PTE Academic score of 54 overall (no skill below 50) for diploma programmes, 60 overall (no skill below 55) for bachelor's degrees and 60 overall (no skill below 55) for master's degrees. These figures were checked against the university's official pages on 13 October 2026; requirements vary by course and intake, so confirm yours on the programme page before you apply.
- Checked 13 Oct 2026
- 3 sourced requirements
- Toronto, Canada
George Brown PTE Academic requirements by level
Scores are on the PTE 10 to 90 scale. "Each skill at least" means Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing must each reach that figure, as well as the overall score. Where a row shows a figure for each skill, those are the minimums for that skill. Scroll sideways on a small screen.
| Level or programme | Overall | Each skill at least | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| DiplomaDiploma and certificate programs (applicants whose schooling was not in English-medium instruction)Some programs require a higher score than this minimum. | 54 | 50 | georgebrown.caread 13 Oct 2026 |
| Bachelor'sGBP bachelor's degree programsSome programs require a higher score. | 60 | 55 | georgebrown.caread 13 Oct 2026 |
| Master'sPostgraduate programs and fast-track/bridge and master's programsColumn heading: Postgraduate Programs and Fast-track/ Bridges and Master's Programs. Some programs require a higher score. | 60 | 55 | georgebrown.caread 13 Oct 2026 |
Where each figure comes from
Open a row to read the exact line from the official page. Only rows we could match to an official page are shown; they were re-read independently on 13 October 2026.
Evidence: Diploma (54 overall, no skill below 50)
“PTE (Academic) | 54, overall minimum 50 in each skill band”
From georgebrown.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Evidence: Bachelor's (60 overall, no skill below 55)
“60, overall minimum 55 in each skill band | 60, overall minimum 55 in each skill band”
From georgebrown.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Evidence: Master's (60 overall, no skill below 55)
“60, overall minimum 55 in each skill band | 60, overall minimum 55 in each skill band”
From georgebrown.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
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Waivers and English pathways
Ways George Brown says you may not need to submit a PTE score, or may reach the requirement another way.
English proficiency can be shown by proof that secondary and/or post-secondary studies were completed at a recognized institution where English is the primary medium of instruction, relevant to the program's admission requirements. Test scores are only needed where the language of instruction was not English.
Official wording
“proof that their secondary and/or post-secondary studies were completed at a recognized institution where English is the primary medium of instruction”
From georgebrown.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026.
George Brown English for Academic Purposes (EAP) is accepted instead of a test: Level 8 for diploma/certificate, Level 9 for postgraduate and bachelor's programs.
Official wording
“George Brown English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program | Level 8 | Level 9 | Level 9”
From georgebrown.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026.
The English for Academic Pathways program (R903) is accepted: 3 courses for diploma/certificate, 4 courses for postgraduate and bachelor's programs.
Official wording
“English for Academic Pathways at George Brown Polytechnic (R903) | Completion of 3 courses”
From georgebrown.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026.
Dental Technology, Denturism, Practical Nursing, Dental Hygiene and the BSc Nursing (Honours) do not accept proof of English proficiency such as test scores; applicants must earn the required English credit.
Official wording
“The following programs do not accept proof of English proficiency.”
From georgebrown.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026.
PTE and other test results are valid for 2 years from the test completion date to the program start date.
Official wording
“All other test results are valid for 2 years from the test completion date to the program start date.”
From georgebrown.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026.
Good to know before you apply
- Test results (other than the George Brown Admissions Test) are valid for 2 years from the test completion date to the program start date.
What to practise for George Brown
Every skill carries the same highest minimum on this page: 55, set by the Bachelor's row. No single skill stands out, so start with your lowest skill score on your latest score report.
Which PTE test, and how long a score lasts
| PTE Academic | Accepted |
|---|---|
| PTE Academic UKVI | Not stated on the pages we checked |
| PTE Core | Not stated on the pages we checked |
| Score validity noted | 2 years |
PTE (Academic) is listed in the English proficiency table. PTE Core and PTE Academic Online are not mentioned on this page. The page says some programs require a higher score than the minimum stated. The separate international admission-requirements page (by country of origin) was not fetched or read.
Pearson's own rules on validity are in our PTE score validity guide. Compare tests in PTE Academic vs Core vs UKVI.
Confirm on the programme page before you book or apply
English requirements can differ by course, faculty and intake, and universities change them. These figures are what George Brown's pages said when we checked on 13 October 2026. A requirement that is not on this page may still exist for your course. The official pages we used:
- English proficiency (georgebrown.ca)
- International student admission requirements (by country) (georgebrown.ca)
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Other universities in Canada
- Toronto Metropolitan UniversityFrom 60 overall (Bachelor's) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- Centennial CollegeFrom 51 overall (Diploma) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- Seneca PolytechnicFrom 58 overall (Diploma) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- York UniversityFrom 60 overall (Bachelor's) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- University of TorontoFrom 65 overall (Bachelor's) · checked 13 Oct 2026
Visa and route guides for Canada
The university score and the visa score are separate requirements. These guides cover the visa side.