To be eligible for the Study Direct Stream (SDS) at North Island College, applicants must meet specific criteria. First, they must provide proof of acceptance into a post-secondary program at the college. Second, they must submit evidence of paying the first year’s tuition fees. Third, applicants need a Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) of CAD $10,000. Additionally, they must achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent in another approved language test. Lastly, a medical exam may be required if applying from certain countries. Meeting these criteria ensures compliance with Canadian immigration requirements for faster processing.