Canada opens SDS to PTE scores ending IELTS and CELPIP monopoly

PTE joins CELPIP and IELTS for faster study permits

Canada’s Student Direct Stream (SDS) will now accept Pearson PTE Academic test centre scores for all applications. The change expands proof-of-English options beyond CELPIP and IELTS General Training, enabling eligible students from select countries to pursue an expedited study permit route when applying to Canadian study programs.