🎓 North West College – Saskatchewan, Canada

Public College in Saskatchewan, Canada · Updated October 9, 2026

1. Introduction

North West College is a public college in Saskatchewan and a DLI-designated institution with programs for international students. The college focuses on small class sizes, career-oriented programs, and community-based academic support.

2. Location and Campuses

The two main campuses are Battlefords (North Battleford) and Meadow Lake. Meadow Lake offers student residence; students should select a campus based on their program of interest and verify housing, transportation, and internship arrangements.

3. Programs of Study

Current international offerings include the Continuing Care Assistant, Early Childhood Education certificate/diploma, and Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician. The college offers many domestic programs, but only the international list serves as the basis for selecting a program for a study permit.

4. Admission Requirements

Academic and English proficiency requirements vary by program. The 2026–2027 international guide requires an IELTS Academic overall score of 6.5, with TOEFL/Duolingo options available; specific band requirements must be verified against the current English Language Proficiency policy, as documentation may vary. For healthcare/ECE programs, background checks and internship requirements must be confirmed.

5. Tuition and Costs

The 2026–2027 schedule lists total tuition, books, health insurance, and fees as follows: CCA 20,500 CAD; ECE certificate 18,575 CAD; Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician 23,500 CAD. Application fee is 150 CAD; deposits vary by program. These are rates for the indicated term and do not include living expenses; updated schedules for 2027–2028 are required.

The 0 CAD price and "Need Consultation" option on KeyApply are for submitting consultation requests and do not represent the college's tuition rates. Living expenses, books, insurance, and other costs should be calculated separately if not included in the fee schedule.

6. Scholarships and Financial Aid

The college offers scholarship opportunities, with some awards based on merit. Applicants must verify if these are open to international students, along with criteria and deadlines; fee waivers or reductions are not automatically granted through external entities.

7. Intakes and Current Enrollment

The 2027–2028 Saskatchewan Colleges list includes Fall 2027/Winter 2028 for certain programs at Battlefords, and Fall 2027 at Meadow Lake. The Heavy Equipment program on the list is based at the Meadow Lake campus. Confirm seat availability before making any payments.

8. DLI and PGWP

The college's DLI number is: O265527598312.

Before applying, verify the exact name of the institution, campus, and program on the IRCC DLI list. Public institution or DLI status does not guarantee that all programs are eligible for a PGWP. Cross-reference your program code with current PGWP eligibility requirements based on your personal profile.

9. Application Steps

1. Confirm the program is open to international students, the campus, and the intended intake.
2. Prepare your passport, degrees, transcripts, language test scores, and program-specific documentation.
3. Apply through the college's official portal or a college-authorized recruitment partner.
4. Carefully review the offer letter, tuition fees, deposit requirements, and refund policies before payment.
5. Check requirements for LOA, PAL/TAL (if applicable), study permit, and financial planning according to current regulations.
6. Arrange housing, insurance, and travel plans to the campus after completing necessary procedures.

10. Official Sources

• North West College Website
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Information is subject to change based on program and intake. Always refer to the latest fee schedule or confirmation letter from the college when budgeting and submitting applications.