STUDY ABROAD CANADA INC.

What STUDY ABROAD CANADA INC. does

Study Abroad Canada Inc., operating as Study Abroad Canada College (SACC), is a privately held educational institution founded in 1994 and headquartered at 149 Mount Edward Road, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. The company delivers English language training, vocational healthcare certification, teacher training, and youth programs to international students, primarily through its single PEI campus and mandatory homestay accommodation network. Core products include the Intensive English Program (IEP) with weekly enrollment starts and tiered weekly tuition ($300–$330 CAD), the 30-week Resident Care Worker (RCW) program ($14,490 international / $9,675 domestic) aligned with PEI Health Authority standards, the TESL Teacher Training Certificate ($2,150 all-inclusive), Youth Summer Camp, Study Tours, Academic Preparation, Junior/Senior High School Preparation, private classes, and customized group programs. SACC also operates as a designated CELPIP testing center under Paragon Testing Enterprises, offering Canada's leading general English test for immigration and professional designation.

The business model is tuition-driven with multi-stream revenue: program tuition (largest stream), mandatory homestay accommodation at $250–$300/week, CELPIP testing transaction fees, administrative/ancillary fees (registration, materials, insurance, placement), and custom B2B group bookings. Distribution combines direct-to-consumer online applications via studyincanada.ca, in-person admissions at the Charlottetown campus, a global network of international education agents as referral channel, and pathway partnerships with six Canadian universities and colleges (Holland College, NBCC, Mount Allison, St. Francis Xavier, Crandall, Saint Mary's) that offer tuition discounts to SACC graduates. Payment infrastructure spans PayMyTuition, PayPal, SnapPay/Alipay/WeChat Pay, Visa/MasterCard, and E-Transfer, designed to remove cross-border payment friction. Technology is standard web platform with no proprietary AI/ML or software products disclosed; class sizes are capped at 16 students for personalized instruction. The institution holds Languages Canada accreditation, TESL Canada-certified teaching staff, PEI Health Authority-certified RCW curriculum, and designated CELPIP center status, providing multi-layered regulatory credibility within the Canadian language and vocational training sector.

Name

STUDY ABROAD CANADA INC.

Legal name

Study Abroad Canada College

Website

https://studyincanada.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Study Abroad Canada Inc., founded 1994 in Charlottetown, PEI, provides English language training, a 30-week Resident Care Worker program, TESL certification, youth programs, and CELPIP testing to international students, distributed via direct online applications, a global agent network, and pathway partnerships with six Canadian universities and colleges.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International Education and Language Training Services

NAICS

Educational Services (611), Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Business & Professional Language Training Abroad (EDAIAEAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Study Abroad Program Management & Administration (for Institutions) (EDAIAAAJ), Short-Term Certificate & Micro-Credential Programs (International) (EDAIAIAI), Pre-Departure Orientation, Re-Entry & Intercultural Training for Study Abroad (EDAIAAAH)

Keywords

• English language training
• International student programs
• Vocational healthcare training
• CELPIP testing services
• Study abroad programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Charlottetown

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Revenue - Programs: SACC generates primary revenue from student tuition across multiple programs: Intensive English Program (tiered weekly pricing $300–$330/week), Resident Care Worker program ($14,490 international / $9,675 domestic for 30 weeks), TESL Teacher Training ($2,150 all-inclusive), Summer Camp ($2,475 for 2 weeks), Study Tour ($1,875 per week), and High School Preparation. Tuition is paid in installments (30 days prior to arrival for general programs; two-payment schedule for RCW).
2. Homestay Accommodation: Revenue from homestay accommodation services including private room, 3 meals/day, airport transfer, and unlimited bus pass. Priced at $300/week for stays of 2 weeks or less, $250/week for 3+ weeks, plus $250 placement fee. Mandatory for international students.
3. CELPIP Testing Services: SACC operates as a designated CELPIP testing center in Charlottetown, offering Canada's leading general English test for immigration and professional designation. Revenue generated from test registration fees (administered through official CELPIP website).
4. Administrative and Ancillary Fees: Additional revenue streams from program registration ($150), class materials ($150 per 12 weeks), homestay placement ($250), medical insurance ($13/week international), private classes ($80/hour), textbooks, and graduation fees. Credit card payments incur a 3% service charge.
5. Group and Custom Program Revenue: Revenue from customized group programs for cohorts of 10 or more participants, including group study tours, TESL training cohorts, and specialized cultural programs (e.g., Christmas in Canada, Anne of Green Gables Tour). Custom quotes provided for group bookings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Study Abroad Canada College (SACC) operates a private language and vocational training school in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, delivering full-time English language programs (Intensive English Program, Academic Preparation, Youth Summer Camp, Study Tours, TESL teacher training), a 30-week Resident Care Worker (RCW) healthcare certification program, university pathway programs, and an on-site CELPIP testing center, alongside integrated homestay accommodation for international students.

Product overview

Study Abroad Canada College operates as a single integrated educational institution offering multiple programs on Prince Edward Island. The core portfolio includes language training (Intensive English Program with flexible weekly enrollment), vocational healthcare training (30-week Resident Care Worker program), teacher certification (TESL), youth programs (Summer Camp, High School Preparation), academic pathways (University Preparation), and short-term options (Study Tours, Group Programs). The institution also serves as an official CELPIP testing center. Optional homestay accommodation is available across all programs. Programs are primarily targeted at international students seeking English language proficiency, academic preparation for Canadian universities, or vocational healthcare credentials, with pathway options to partner Canadian institutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CELPIP Testing Center: Official designated CELPIP testing center for immigration and professional designation, located in Charlottetown.

Products and services

• Intensive English Program (IEP) Full-time English immersion program with 25 hours/week of instruction across beginner-to-advanced levels, flexible weekly start dates, and tiered weekly tuition for students 16 years and older.
• Resident Care Worker (RCW) Training Program 30-week vocational healthcare training program combining classroom theory with clinical placements in PEI long-term care, hospitals, and home care settings, designed to prepare graduates for immediate employment as Resident Care Workers.
• TESL Teacher Training Certificate Self-paced TESL Canada-recognized certification program enabling graduates to teach English as a second language, delivered as a 13-module curriculum with optional practicum.
• Youth Summer Camp Summer English and cultural immersion program for ages 12–16 featuring morning classes (30 hours/week) plus afternoon activities, tours, cooking, arts, and Anne of Green Gables House visits.
• Study Tour Program Short-term 1–2 week English learning program combining morning classroom study (15 hours) with afternoon cultural activities and island exploration (15 hours), for participants aged 16 and older.
• PEI International Student Program Public high school program (Grades 7–12) where international students enroll alongside Canadian students in PEI public schools while living with carefully selected local host families.
• Academic Preparation Program 12-week university preparation course for students with IELTS 6.0+ or equivalent proficiency, focusing on research, essay writing, presentations, and academic discussion skills with pathway admission to partner universities.
• Junior/Senior High School Preparation Program (HSPP) 4- or 8-week all-inclusive English and academic preparation program for international students aged 13–17 with low-intermediate to intermediate English, designed to bridge into the Canadian public high school system.
• Private Classes and Tutoring One-on-one personalized instruction in language mastery (accent reduction, business English, academic writing, test prep) or K–12 academic support (math, sciences, languages, study skills).
• Customized Group Programs Tailored programs for groups of 10 or more participants, including options such as Intensive English, Study Tours, Christmas in Canada, Anne of Green Gables Tours, Junior Camps, and Young at Heart programs for mature students.
• CELPIP Testing Center Official designated CELPIP testing center in Charlottetown providing computer-delivered English proficiency testing for immigration and professional designation purposes, with online results delivered in 8 business days.
• Homestay Program Accommodation service placing students with carefully screened Canadian host families, including a private room, 3 meals daily, airport transfers, and an unlimited bus pass for school transportation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% job placement potential for RCW graduates across long-term care, home care, and hospitals in PEI
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Holland CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity pathway partnership. SACC's Academic Preparation Program and IEP provide direct pathway entry to Holland College. SACC graduates receive tuition discounts at Holland College. Program alignment ensures smooth academic transition.
• New Brunswick Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity pathway partnership providing SACC graduates preferred entry to New Brunswick Community College programs. Academic Preparation Program aligns with college admission requirements.
• Mount Allison UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity pathway partnership. SACC's Academic Preparation Program (12 weeks, IELTS 6.0+ prerequisite) serves as a pathway to Mount Allison University with tuition discounts for SACC graduates.
• St. Francis Xavier UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity pathway partnership. SACC's Academic Preparation Program provides a direct pathway to St. Francis Xavier University, one of Canada's top undergraduate universities.
• Crandall UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity pathway partnership offering SACC graduates preferential admission and tuition discounts to Crandall University's undergraduate programs.
• Saint Mary's UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity pathway partnership providing SACC graduates direct entry and tuition discounts to Saint Mary's University's programs in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
• CELPIP (Paragon Testing Enterprises)coreTechnology or IntegrationSACC is an official designated CELPIP testing center in Charlottetown. SACC provides physical testing facilities, equipment, and staff for CELPIP's computer-delivered English proficiency test. Students register via celpip.ca and test at SACC's campus.
• Tourism PEIminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCross-promotional relationship with Tourism PEI (tourismpei.com). SACC website links to Tourism PEI for student orientation and local area information. Tourism PEI promotes Prince Edward Island as a study destination.
• Discover CharlottetownminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCross-promotional relationship with Discover Charlottetown (discovercharlottetown.com). SACC website links to local tourism resources for student activities and island exploration.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ILAC International College: Major Canadian private language school operating in Toronto and Vancouver with pathway programs to Canadian universities and colleges. Directly comparable to SACC's IEP and university pathway offerings, though at significantly larger scale.
• ILSC Education Group: Large Canadian private language and vocational training operator with campuses in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal offering ESL, teacher training, and pathway programs. Closely comparable multi-program international student model.
• Tamwood International: Canadian private language school operator (Vancouver, Toronto, Whistler) offering ESL, career programs, and summer youth programs. Closely matches SACC's combination of adult ESL, youth camp, and pathway-style offerings.
• VanWest College: Private Canadian college in Vancouver offering ESL, business, and pathway programs. Comparable mid-sized peer operating a similar ESL-plus-pathway mix targeting international students.
• Global Village English Centres: Canadian ESL school with campuses in Toronto and Vancouver serving international students. Direct competitor in the Canadian ESL market with comparable agent-driven recruitment and pathway positioning.
• EC English Language Centres: Global English language school chain with Canadian campuses (Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver). Directly comparable international ESL student offering with pathway and academic preparation programs.

Regional players

• Holland College: PEI's primary public college and an existing SACC pathway partner. Comparable in geography (same province) and serves overlapping student segments through vocational healthcare and academic programs, though as a public institution with broader scope.

Broad incumbents

• EF Education First: Global education company with English language campuses in Toronto and Vancouver offering immersive language programs plus study abroad and pathway services. Much larger scale but directly overlapping international student target market.
• Oxford International Education: International education group operating English language schools and pathway programs across multiple geographies including Canada. Comparable multi-program structure for international students.
• Kaplan International Languages: Global English language school operator with Canadian campuses (Toronto, Vancouver) as part of a much larger international education portfolio. Wider brand and distribution reach than SACC but overlapping core product.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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