Kwantlen Polytechnic University 2022-2023 Admissions: Entry Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

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The Kwantlen Polytechnic University enrolls more than 20,000 students annually and educated more than 200, 000 students to date. Kwantlen Polytechnic offers a wide range of programs which includes degree, diploma, and citation programs. Students from across the globe come to Kwantlen Polytechnic University every year. International students are advised to apply at least three months prior to the commencement of the session for the timely arrangement of a study visa for Canada.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is the only Polytechnic College of Canada. The university accepts applications for two types of intake sessions: Open and Limited. Students can apply for the admission process in Fall, Spring, and Summer by applying through four types of applicants: High School, Mature, Transfer, Aboriginal.

The application fees for domestic and international applicants vary. It is 40 CAD for domestic applicants and 120 USD for international applicants. Students must submit scores of English language proficiency tests like IELTS and TOEFL.

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Application portal	University official portal
Application fees	International: 120 CAD
Intake Season	Fall, Spring and Summer
Work Experience	Required for Graduate programs
Financial Aid	Scholarships, grants, loans
Website	www.kpu.ca

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Application Deadlines

The Kwantlen Polytechnic University accepts Applications in the Fall, Spring, and Summer. The Application opens at 12 AM and closes at 11:59 PM Pacific Time during the intake season. The University has different deadlines for Citizens of Canada and International Students.

The Deadline for International students is as follows:

Season	Application Open Date	Open Intake Programs Deadline	Limited Intake Programs Deadline
Fall	October 1	Late January	March 1
Spring	Feburary 1	Early April	August 1
Summer	June 1	Early August	December 1

Kwantlen Polytechnic University International Student Admissions

The University offers more than 120 programs to the students to choose from. International applicants can apply for any of the two intake types: open or limited. Those who want to apply for graduate admission and do not meet the english Proficiency requirement can still get admission through the KPU pathway program. Applicants must apply for a study permit on time to study in Canada.
Application Portal: KPU Apply
Application Fees: International applicants need to pay a confirmation fee for the selected open or limited program after they receive their offer letter.

Student	Application fees	Confirmation for Open Intake Programs	Confirmation for Limited Intake Programs
International Students	120 CAD	2000 CAD	2500 CAD

Admission Requirements:

Official transcript
Letter of recommendation
Personal statement
Proof of financial support

English Proficiency Test Score

English is the main language of Study at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, so English Proficiency plays an important role. Here is the list of English Language Proficiency scores you would Require to get a seat at the University .

Examination	Minimum Requirement
TOEFL	Score of IBT 88 or higher, with no sub-score less than 20.
IELTS	Overall band of 6.5 with not less than 6.0 in each band
KPU English Placement Test	ENGL 1100
Pearson English Language Test	Score of 61 or higher
Language Proficiency Index	Level 5 with an essay score of 30 or higher.
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment	Score of 70 with no sub score less than 60.
Duolingo English Test (The college will accept this score until the in-person English Language Proficiency examination resumes.)	Score of 110 or higher.

Canada Visa for International Students

The University doesn’t provide a study permit, so you have to apply through the IRCC portal.

While applying for the study permit you would require the following documents:
Proof of Acceptance: you will receive the letter of acceptance from the University itself
Proof of Identity: A copy of your Passport or National identity Proof.
Photograph: Two recent Passport size photo
Proof of Financial Support: copy of your bank Statement, showing that you will be able to bear the expense of living in Canada and cost of attendance for studying in Canada.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Undergraduate Admissions

The University has over 120 diverse degrees, diplomas, certificates, and citation programs. There are a total of Seven Faculties in Kwantlen Polytechnic University and process for securing admission is mentioned below.
Application Portal: KPU Apply
Application fees: 40 USD
Minimum Requirements:

High school report
Official transcript
Resume
English language requirements
Passport

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Graduate Admissions

The University offers only two graduate degrees through the School of Business. The two Graduate Diploma Courses and begin with an online application and fee of $120 CAD. The detailed requirements for both programs is tabulated below.

Requirements	Green Business Management and Sustainability	Global Business Management
GPA score	2.67/4 (75-77%)	2.67/4
Reference	Required (Two)	Required (Twp)
Statement of Intent	Required	Required
English Proficiency Test score	Required	Required

After successful submission of the application, the applicants receive the Next Step Letter from the college within 5-7 business days. The University sends an Acceptance package to the applicants after which they need to apply for a study permit through the IRCC Portal. Candidates can apply through the KPU application portal. It takes more than 15 days to process the application.