About Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Kwantlen Polytechnic University is a public university in Surrey, British Columbia listed in the CICIC Directory with the status Recognized. Its CICIC profile lists credentials including diploma and certificate, associate degree, bachelor’s degree, academic credentials offered by language schools. Listed language(s) of instruction: English.
University highlights
- Established by the government of British Columbia in 1981, Kwantlen, now Kwantlen Polytechnic University, has four campuses located in the Metro Vancouver region of British Columbia. KPU offers bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates and citations in more than 120 programs. Almost 20,000 students annually attend courses at KPU campuses…
What makes this institution stand out
- Consider Kwantlen Polytechnic University for technology, engineering and applied learning in British Columbia. CICIC lists diploma and certificate, associate degree, bachelor’s degree, academic credentials offered by language schools among the credentials offered.
- Its CICIC profile identifies it as a Designated Learning Institution for Canada's international-student program; DLI status supports study-permit eligibility but is not academic accreditation.
Why Study at Kwantlen Polytechnic University?
Rankings & Accreditations
No current institution-level ranking located in the reviewed official pages.
| Type | Accreditation / recognition |
|---|---|
| Accreditation | British Columbia: Recognized |
CICIC legal status: Recognized. CICIC describes it as public university recognized under a public act. Canada has no single federal institutional accreditor; program-level professional accreditation and provincial authorization should be checked separately.
Programs Offered
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Level:
| Program | Degree | Duration | Tuition | Intake | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting Certificate | UG Diploma/ Certificate/ Associate Degree | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Accounting Diploma | UG Diploma/ Certificate/ Associate Degree | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Accounting Post-Baccalaureate Diploma | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Accounting: Bachelor of Business Administration | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Adult Upgrading (English) | Others | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Adult Upgrading (Math/Science) | Others | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Advanced 3D Animation and 3D Modelling | UG Diploma/ Certificate/ Associate Degree | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Advanced Game Development | UG Diploma/ Certificate/ Associate Degree | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Advanced VFX (Virtual Production) | UG Diploma/ Certificate/ Associate Degree | — | — | ● Closed | |
| AI Workshop for K-12 Teachers | Others | — | — | ● Closed |
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Tuition Fees & Scholarships
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Admission Requirements
Bachelors Degree
- Class 12th/+2/HSC Marks Sheet
- Passport
PG Diploma/Certificate
- Passport
Masters Degree
- Bachelors Certificate
- Bachelors Marks Sheet
- Passport
Campus & Gallery
Visa & Immigration
Student Visa Process
Most international students whose program lasts more than six months need a Canadian study permit. A complete application normally starts with a letter of acceptance from a DLI and, in most cases, a provincial or territorial attestation letter; students studying in Quebec generally need a CAQ. Applicants also provide identity and financial evidence and may need biometrics, a medical examination, police or local visa-office documents. The study-permit fee is CAD 150 and biometrics cost CAD 85 per individual when required. Processing time is not a fixed national number: it depends on the country of application, completeness, verification and application volumes, so the live IRCC processing-time tool must be used immediately before publishing or applying.
Valid passport or travel document: Identity and travel document for the applicant and accompanying family members.
Letter of acceptance: Official LOA from the DLI; postsecondary institutions validate the LOA with IRCC.
PAL/TAL or exemption proof: Provincial or territorial attestation letter in most cases, or evidence that an exemption applies.
Quebec Acceptance Certificate: Applicants studying in Quebec generally need the CAQ or attestation of issuance.
Proof of financial support: Evidence for tuition, living expenses and transport, plus a plan for the full study period.
Academic and language evidence: Transcripts, qualifications, translations and language results supporting admission and study plans.
Study-purpose explanation: Truthful explanation of course choice, finances, background and how the program fits the applicant's plan.
Biometrics: Fingerprints and photo when required; individual fee is CAD 85. CAD 85 if required
Medical examination: Required in some cases based on residence, planned work or IRCC instructions.
Police or character documents: May be requested to establish admissibility.
Family or minor documents: Relationship, custody, consent and custodianship evidence where applicable.
Varies by country and application
CAD 150, plus CAD 85 biometrics per individual when required
Monthly Cost of Living
Official monthly equivalent
CAD 1,907 / month
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Its CICIC profile displays DLI status. Check the current federal DLI list and the exact campus before applying for a study permit.
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