🎓 Assiniboine College – Manitoba, Canada

1. Introduction to the college

Assiniboine College is a public post-secondary educational institution in Manitoba, Canada. The college offers programs for international students and is listed on the IRCC’s Designated Learning Institutions (DLI) list. A suitable approach is to begin by selecting your field of study and credential type, then verifying admission requirements, campus location, duration, and budget.

2. Location and learning environment

Location: Brandon, Dauphin, and Winnipeg; international programs are offered at specific campuses in Manitoba, Canada. The name currently used on the website is Assiniboine College; the IRCC list still records it as Assiniboine Community College with the same DLI number. The international page updated on September 18, 2026, notes programs available in January/May/September 2027 depending on the field; meeting requirements does not guarantee a spot. Before renting accommodation or booking tickets, confirm the location and mode of study on your LOA; create a separate budget for housing, transportation, and living expenses.

3. Academic programs

Fields of study include business and accounting, agriculture and food, information technology and cybersecurity, technology and trades, health, early childhood education, community services, and environment. The college offers certificates, diplomas, and post-graduate or other credential pathways depending on the category. Only select programs open to international students at the correct campus and intake.

Certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, graduate certificates, and bachelor's degrees have different levels and requirements. A graduate certificate is not a master's degree. If you intend to transfer to a university, you must check credit transfer agreements, grade requirements, and the actual number of credits recognized. For co-op, practicum, or placement, determine if these are mandatory or optional, as well as participation requirements and necessary documentation.

4. Admission requirements and applications

For example, Business Administration – Accounting requires a Manitoba Grade 12 or equivalent, English 40G/40S, and Essential Mathematics 40S or equivalent. Applicants studying outside Canada must verify the equivalence of their credentials and English language proficiency; other programs have specific requirements.

The college reviews applications based on individual programs and the educational equivalence of the applicant's home country. Applicants must compare their graduation certificates, transcripts, prerequisite subjects (such as English, math, or science), and specific requirements on the program page. Post-graduate programs may require a relevant diploma/degree; arts programs may require a portfolio, audition, or interview; and programs with practical components may require additional documentation.

Prepare your passport, credentials, transcripts, required translations, and language certificates accepted by the college. Check the total score, score per skill, and validity period of the certificate to ensure it meets the level requirements; there is no universal IELTS score for all programs. English pathways/EAP and exemptions must be confirmed separately. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission if the program is competitive or already full.

5. International tuition and budgeting

The Business Administration – Accounting page currently lists estimated international tuition at 16,790 CAD for Year 1 and 16,730 CAD for Year 2. Course fees are 1,200/1,250 CAD, Students’ Association fees are 640 CAD/year, and mandatory health insurance is 825 CAD/year; books/supplies are estimated at 1,210/1,860 CAD. Fees are subject to change; you must confirm the exact fees for your specific intake. Official fee source.

Separate tuition from ancillary/student fees, insurance, books, equipment, uniforms, lab fees, placement fees, and living expenses. When the table lists prices per term or credit, you must calculate the total based on the number of terms/credits in your pathway. Deposits are usually applied to your tuition account; you must read the refund policy and deadlines before making payments. The tuition tag on KeyApply, when present, is only for relative comparison between institutions, similar to the Master’s & PhD classification, and does not replace the official program fee quote.

6. Scholarships and financial aid

Scholarships and awards have specific conditions regarding programs, academic years, academic performance, applications, and international student status. You must verify if each award is open to international students or limited to citizens/permanent residents, as well as application deadlines and renewal requirements. Do not consider scholarships as guaranteed until you have received written confirmation from the college.

7. Intakes and enrollment status

Start dates and application deadlines are published per program, not as a general calendar for all majors. When choosing a Fall, Winter, or Spring/Summer intake, check if that program is open for that specific term, campus, document deadlines, and deposit due dates. Status such as open, waitlist, closed, or suspended may change; KeyApply will verify this before assisting with your application.

8. DLI, study permit, and PGWP

DLI Number: O19201282282. Use the correct DLI number and campus associated with your LOA when preparing your application. The college is public, but having a DLI does not mean every program is eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

Before enrolling, verify if the program is PGWP-eligible, check the CIP code and field of study requirements if applicable, credential type, mode of study, and your study history. Under current IRCC guidelines, college/polytechnic programs that do not grant bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees generally require CLB/NCLC 5 in all four skills; program-specific requirements apply if the study permit application is submitted on or after November 1, 2024, subject to IRCC conditions and exceptions. Bachelor's degree programs have separate regulations.

Students must also meet personal conditions such as program duration, full-time status, PGWP application deadlines, and online study regulations. English-only programs and programs taught by private institutions under licensing agreements have different rules. The LOA, PAL/TAL (if required), and study permit are separate steps; the college does not decide the issuance of permits. Studying at the college does not guarantee the granting of a PGWP, a 3-year permit, employment, or permanent residency.

9. Application process with KeyApply

1. Submit your credentials, transcripts, language certificates (if any), desired program, intake, and budget.
2. Compare programs currently accepting international students, admission requirements, campus, fees, and PGWP eligibility based on your profile.
3. Prepare your application according to the checklist, including translations and supplementary documents; submit via the official application channels guided by the college.
4. Read offer conditions, complete outstanding requirements, and pay the deposit on time as instructed by the college.
5. Receive your LOA, complete the PAL/TAL steps if applicable, and prepare your study permit application. Immigration consulting is handled by an RCIC or lawyer.
6. Verify your invoice, register for courses, arrange housing, insurance, and attend orientation before starting your studies.

10. Official sources

Source verified on October 9, 2026. The college may update fees and program status after this date.

• Official Website of Assiniboine College
• International programs and admissions
• Application guide
• Program fees and requirements
• IRCC – DLI
• IRCC – PGWP

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