All Levels
CAD 500 - 1,000 (approx.)
Selkirk College
Castlegar, Canada
"A small BC college in the Kootenay mountains, known for outdoor and health programmes"
At a Glance
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PSW VISA
PGWP (listed programmes)
About Selkirk College
Selkirk College is a public college founded in 1966 with its main campus in Castlegar, BC, and campuses in Nelson, Trail, Grand Forks and elsewhere in the West Kootenay and Boundary region. It offers about 60 certificate, diploma and degree programmes, including Rural Pre-Medicine, Ski Resort Operations, Recreation Fish and Wildlife, Contemporary Music, Digital Arts, Nursing, Early Learning and Social Service Work. Classes are small (about 15:1) and there are 209 residence beds in Castlegar and Nelson.
Rankings & Recognition
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Not ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (QS has no published rank for this institution).
Accreditations & Memberships
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan)
BC Transfer System
Designated Learning Institution
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Selkirk College's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1966
Founded
1,318 (2024-25)
FTE Students
About 60
Programmes
15 : 1
Student : Faculty
6 in the Kootenays
Campuses
Popular Programs
Early Learning and Childcare
Social Service Worker
Recreation Fish and Wildlife
Digital Arts
Ski Resort Operations
Rural Pre-Medicine
Nursing
Geographic Information Systems
Application Details
Application Fee
CAD 100
Fall Deadline
1 June
Winter Deadline
1 December
Main Intake
September
Proof of funds (2026)
CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
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|---|---|
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IELTS Academic (most)
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6.0 (no band < 5.5) |
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IELTS (Engineering / GIS)
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6.5 (no band < 6.0) |
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TOEFL iBT
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80 (approx.) |
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Duolingo English Test
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110 (approx.) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
PGWP: listed programmes
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
CAD 100
Avg Scholarship
CAD 500 - 1,000 (approx.)
Career Outcomes
PGWP (listed programmes)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Student : Faculty — 15 : 1
Satisfaction — 96% with instruction
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Selkirk's main campus is in Castlegar, BC, with campuses in Nelson (Tenth Street, Silver King), Trail and Grand Forks in the Kootenay mountains.
Campus Details
Castlegar
(main)
Nelson
Trail
Grand
Forks
Campus Forecast
Summer high approx. 29 C
Winter high approx. 0 C
Snowy mountain winters
Student Life & Housing
Housing
209 residence beds
Castlegar and Nelson
Dining
Campus cafeterias
Health & Wellness
BC MSP + college insurance
Activities & Clubs
Skiing and hiking
Student clubs
Outdoor recreation
Diversity & Demographics
FTE Students
1,318
International (full-time)
About 311 (approx.)
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (Intl, approx.)
CAD 12,452 / year
Mandatory + Union Fees
Approx. CAD 963
Books and Supplies
Approx. CAD 2,495
Study permit + biometrics
CAD 150 + CAD 85
Work rights
24 hrs/week off-campus
Intakes & Deadlines
Selkirk admits mainly in September (apply by 1 June); some arts and sciences programmes start in January (apply by 1 December) or May.
Scholarships at Selkirk College
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 with programme subjects. IELTS 6.0 (no band < 5.5); GIS 6.5. Diplomas: 2 years.
Postgraduate
Degree for advanced / post-grad diplomas (e.g. GIS): 1 year. No master's.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (most)
6.0 (no band < 5.5)IELTS (Engineering / GIS)
6.5 (no band < 6.0)TOEFL iBT
Duolingo English Test
110 (approx.)Required Documents
Valid passport
Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
PAL / TAL or CAQ
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG)
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report
Proof of funds (GIC / bank / loan)
Statement of purpose
Tuition deposit receipt
Upfront medical exam
Application Process
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Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on selkirk.ca.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
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Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the tuition deposit.
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PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
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Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
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Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
Selkirk's main campus is in Castlegar, BC, with campuses in Nelson (Tenth Street, Silver King), Trail and Grand Forks in the Kootenay mountains.
Diploma
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Selkirk College
📍 Castlegar
Diploma
Early Learning and Childcare
Selkirk College
📍 Castlegar
Diploma
Social Service Worker
Selkirk College
📍 Castlegar
Selkirk College
📍 Castlegar
Diploma
Digital Arts
Advanced Diploma
1
Selkirk College
📍 Castlegar
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma in Geographic Information Systems
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