Ridley College, also called RC, Ridley is a day university-preparatory school and private boarding located 20 miles (32 km) from Niagara Falls in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. Ridley has the most extensive boarding program in Ontario and is one of the oldest private schools in Canada, with students representing over 61 countries. The school confers the International Baccalaureate diploma and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma and program.
It was established in 1889 as an Anglican-affiliated all-boys school. The school is separated into ten houses, each serving as a residence and community for its students. All students participate in a vibrant extracurricular program, including sports (ranging from beginner to varsity level), student initiatives, arts and theatre opportunities, and community activity services. College's boarding program plays a significant role in its curriculum, with faculty dedicatedly involved in developing student life in roles such as coaches, housemasters, and advisors.
The school's curriculum emphasizes a disciplined and balanced combination of athletics, academics, school involvement, and community service. Ridley is a member of the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference, the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools, and competes in the CISAA -Conference of Independent Schools of Ontario Athletic Association sports conference- one of four original founding schools. Ridley has a range of student clubs, many of which participate in Canadian and international competitions.
Ridley College is consistently ranked among the top university-preparatory schools in Canada. In 2023, the Fraser Institute ranked Ridley as the #11 best private school in Canada and the #1 top-ranked independent boarding school in Ontario.
THE APPLICATION FEE TO RIDLEY COLLEGE IS WAIVED OFF for few Programs If you apply through Grad-Dreams
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AT RIDLEY COLLEGE
English proficiency is required from all students, the students can take TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE. Following are the approximate test requirements
TOEFL
IELTS
PTE
79
6.5
52
Students may require to take certain standardised tests for specific courses. SAT may be required to apply to Bachelors, GRE for Masters, and GRE and GMAT for MBA. Check the specific program websites for requirements or talk to our admission counselors for free
SAT
GRE
GMAT
Program specific
Program specific
Program specific
Minimum GPA requirement is 2.5, But certain programs may have higher requirements
FACTS
Type: University-preparatory school (boarding and day)
Ridley offers a variety of on-campus accommodation options for boarding students, including:
Traditional dormitories
Houses with single and double rooms
Apartments
The cost of accommodation varies depending on the type of room and meal plan chosen. In 2023-2024, the annual cost of boarding ranged from approximately $38,000 to $46,000 CAD.
