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RLC is an independent boarding school on Lake Rosseau in Muskoka, Ontario, about two and a half hours north of Toronto. Students of 15 to 20 nationalities live and learn together here, and small classes, caring houseparents, and personal post-secondary guidance help every student succeed.
Small classes, strong results. A school-wide 5:1 student-to-teacher ratio, and 100% of our graduates are accepted to post-secondary programs.
Safe and cared for. Houseparents live in each boarding house, with staff support every evening and weekend, so students grow more independent with caring adults always close by.
Connected to each other. In a screen-conscious environment, students communicate face to face and build real friendships. They learn to be part of something bigger than themselves.
Support with English. Our English Language Learning program helps students in Grades 7 to 10 who are still building their English. An English test isn’t required to apply, but if English isn’t your child’s first language, sharing a recent Duolingo, IELTS, or TOEFL iBT score helps us plan the right support.
“I didn’t want to be in a big school where I could get lost in the crowd. Knowing my teachers, and knowing them outside of class, really does help me with school.”
Temi '24, Nigeria · Toronto Metropolitan University
Weekends at RLC are full. Boarders head out to Muskoka favourites like the Bala Cranberry Festival and the Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, go rock climbing and camping, and take shopping trips to nearby towns. Chaperoned trips go further, to Toronto and Ottawa, and some of Canada’s top universities are only a few hours away.
On long weekends, boarders explore more of Canada, from Toronto and Niagara Falls to Québec City’s Winter Carnival and the West Coast, at an additional cost. Day students are welcome to sign up for trips too.
See this year’s long weekend trips →
Not ready for a full year? Our Muskoka Semester gives students the full RLC experience in a single term, at a lower cost than a full year. They live in our boarding houses and study alongside our full-time students, with English support when they need it.
Both semesters include a Muskoka winter, and for students who have never seen snow, nothing quite compares to their first day out on the frozen lake.
Students in Grades 9 to 12 earn Ontario credits. Our Academic Advising team works with each family to see how those credits can count at their home school, though final approval rests with that school.
Want to stay longer? Students who love their time here can apply to stay on full-time. Stays longer than six months usually need a study permit (see Before you arrive).
Fall semester: September to January
Winter semester: January to June
Our admissions team is happy to talk through fees and next steps.
Full Year - $83,000
Enrolment Fee - $4,000
Uniform - $700 to $1,000
Personal expenses (activities, equipment, travel) - $3,000 to $3,500 per year
All fees in Canadian dollars (CAD). Tuition and fees are not subject to HST. Sibling discounts of 10% (first sibling), 15% (second sibling), and 20% (third sibling). Tuition assistance is available.
Questions? admissions@rosseaulakecollege.com or 705-732-4351 ext. 150.
Every international student under 18 needs a custodian in Ontario: an English-speaking adult, 21 or older. RLC offers an in-house custodianship service, so your child has a trusted adult looking out for them in Canada. Contact our admissions team to learn more.
International students studying in Canada for six months or less, such as a one-semester stay, generally do not need a study permit as long as they complete their studies within their authorized stay. Students planning to study for longer than six months will generally need one.
Entry requirements vary by nationality, and a visitor visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) may still be required. Check the official Canadian immigration requirements:
• Check visa and eTA requirements by country
• Find out if your student needs a study permit
• Study permit requirements for minor children
Processing can take several weeks or longer, so we encourage families to apply early. Check current processing times for your country.
Families considering a stay longer than one semester should contact our Admissions team early, so the right arrangements are in place.
Take our virtual tour and explore the lake, the trails, and the spaces where RLC students live and learn.
