Founded: 1965 Total Students: 15,000+
Int. Students: 1,500+
Overview
Bow Valley College is a prestigious and well-known public, board-governed college located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It is one the largest comprehensive community college in Alberta. In 1965 it was originally known as Alberta Vocational Centre. However, in 1990 Alberta Vocational Centre was renamed as Alberta Vocational College. Then in 1998 Alberta Vocational College became a Board-Governed institution and the name was officially changed to Bow Valley College. This college is a member of the Alberta Rural Development Network and Colleges/Institutes of Canada.
Since 1965, Bow Valley College has prided itself on being a student-focused community college that is immensely diverse. This diversity is reflected across the breadth and depth of our programming, which includes foundational skills development and English-language learning.
The college offers certificate and diploma programs in health care, community services, business, and creative technologies, and many of our career programs include work experience. This means you will get hands-on experience before you graduate. If you already have a degree, our post-diploma certificates give you the fast, focused skills to keep moving forward in your career.
Regardless of where you’re beginning, we offer support services that help you succeed. Our programs are designed in partnership with industry leaders to make sure the skills we teach are the skills employers want. Our experienced instructors want to see you reach your goals.
Get ready for an exciting career journey with programs that get you job-ready in one or two years, support services that set you up for success, and flexible learning options that fit your life.
Students Life
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*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
English Score Requirement
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MINIMUM TOEFL IBT
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Note: Language proficiency requirements can vary on program basis.
Admission Requirements
The following requirements must be fulfilled to get admitted to Bow Valley College:
- International students are considered on case-by-case basis. There can be some additional requirements, depending on the programs you are applying to.
- Students are required to submit their original transcripts from their last attended academic institutions. If they are not in English, then submit the translated copies of the same along with the originals.
- Should provide the certificate issued by the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) that compares educational credentials from other countries to educational standards in Canada.
- Applicants must be 18 years old at the time of the beginning of the course.
- You need to submit your English language proficiency test scores if you are coming from a non-English speaking country.
Please note: If you are not a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada, you must obtain a valid study permit before you come to Canada.
Opportunities
Bow Valley College has been instrumentally involved in providing employability and career opportunities to its current students as well as alumni. A few of these services made available to students are:
- Career Counseling and Academic Advising
- Georgian also trains students in social entrepreneurship
- Job Recruitment
- CV, Resume and Cover Letter Building
- Interactive Virtual Classrooms and LIVE Online Learning
- Mock Interviews and Interview Preparation
- Foreign University Partnerships
- Internships and On the Job Training
- Co-op Education Program
- Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)
- Job Portals and Online Employment Services
- Global Research Arena
- Modern Equipment and State of the art facilities
Accomodation
Housing Options
Bow Valley College does not offer on-campus housing. For information on accommodation options, including homestay, private home room rental or other rental accommodations in and around Calgary, please refer to the following websites:
Student Support
Bow Valley College has carved a niche for itself owing to the exceptional student services made available to the students. There are a vast number of student services available at Bow Valley College, which help the students both old and new in numerous different ways. The following are a few of them:
Scholarships
Scholarships for International Students
Bow Valley College offers scholarship opportunities to our international students each academic term, and at each stage during their studies. The scholarship program is divided into two main categories: Entrance scholarships and In-Course Scholarships.
Entrance Scholarships:
International students are eligible to apply for scholarships in this category if:
- They are starting their very first post-secondary program at Bow Valley College.
- They have already completed and graduated from a first post-secondary program at Bow Valley College, and are now starting a second post-secondary program.
- They have completed an English language learning or upgrading program at Bow Valley College, and are now starting a post-secondary program.
Entrance Awards
Bow Valley College offers entrance awards to assist learners who are entering a certificate or diploma program at the college for the first time. Learners will need to apply for these awards in the semester prior to their planned start date.
Scholarship Title |
Description |
Amount |
Program Start Date: FALLApplications open May 1st, deadline August 1st |
Program Start Date: WINTERApplications open September 1st, deadline December 1st |
Program Start Date: SPRINGApplications open January 1st, deadline April 1st |
Paul and Gerri Charette Endowed Award | This award has been established to support a youth, who is a fulltime student at Bow Valley College. The award celebrates the student’s determination to create a better future for themselves and their family by working diligently towards their educational goals. (D/I) | $2,000/semester for first year of Certificate or Diploma Program | X | ||
International Student Entrance Bursary | International Student Entrance Bursary Awarded to an International student who is entering a post-secondary career program at Bow Valley College for the very first time. (I) | $2,000 | X | X | X |
*(D) Domestic - (I) International
**Availability is subject to change. Please check the most recent list of Entrance Awards here four months before your program start date.
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Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
345 6 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4V1, Canada