1. Institutional Introduction
Selkirk College is a public post-secondary educational institution in British Columbia, Canada, recognized by the IRCC on the DLI list, with international admission guidelines available on the school's website. This page provides information for selecting programs and preparing applications; students should confirm critical conditions in writing before making payments.
2. Location and Learning Environment
Selkirk has campuses and training locations in Castlegar, Nelson, and various Kootenay regional communities. This poster uses real photos of the Castlegar Campus. For example, Tourism and Destination Management is taught at the Tenth Street Campus in Nelson, not the Castlegar campus shown on the poster.
3. Academic Programs
The college offers programs in business, environment/geomatics, health/human services, hospitality/tourism, arts/technology, and university arts/sciences. For example, Tourism and Destination Management is a two-year diploma taught in person in Nelson, featuring a mandatory work practicum. The appearance of a program in a catalog does not guarantee that international spots are available or that it meets PGWP eligibility.
4. Admission Requirements
For example, Tourism and Destination Management requires a minimum of 67% in English Studies 12/English First Peoples 12/ENGL 60; international applications require an IELTS overall score of 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or equivalent certificates accepted by the college. These are program-specific requirements; others may differ. Academic documents, English proficiency, and prerequisite subjects must be prepared before applying.
5. International Tuition Fees
The 2027–2028 international fee table for Tourism and Destination Management lists Year 1 tuition at 15,420 CAD, totaling 16,857 CAD with listed fees; Year 2 tuition is 14,800 CAD, totaling 16,125 CAD. The 2026–2027 table lists Year 1 tuition at 14,975 CAD and Year 2 at 14,370 CAD. These figures are estimates for specific programs and full-time loads; additional costs for books, field trips, and living expenses may arise. Do not use the two-year total as a standard annual fee for the entire college.
6. Scholarships and Financial Aid
Check the Financial Aid/Awards section and the college’s international guidelines to find suitable scholarships or bursaries. Citizenship/residency requirements, program eligibility, academic achievement, and deadlines vary for each award. Do not assume international students are eligible for all support designated for Canadians; do not treat scholarships as a guaranteed source of funding until a specific award is confirmed.
7. Intake and Enrollment Status
Tourism and Destination Management accepts Fall intakes; the program page notes that applications for Fall 2027 open on October 1, 2026. International students must confirm availability and enrollment spots with the college. Other programs have their own schedules; do not generalize these opening dates or intake periods to all of Selkirk.
8. DLI and PGWP
DLI: O19360990072. The institution is public, but being on the DLI list does not mean all programs are eligible for a PGWP. Before receiving an acceptance letter or paying fees, you must verify the specific program, campus, mode of study, and CIP code, along with IRCC regulations applicable at the time of your study permit application. When applying for a PGWP, students must also meet individual conditions set by the IRCC. There is no guarantee regarding PGWP duration, employment, or permanent residency.
9. Application Process
Select program/campus → check international availability, admission requirements, and PGWP eligibility → review tuition, refund policies, and budget → prepare documents → submit application via the designated portal and pay the application fee → submit transcripts/certificates and monitor your email → satisfy the offer letter requirements and pay requested fees → prepare your study permit and provincial documents if applicable → arrange accommodation, insurance, and enrollment. Always read the deposit amounts, deadlines, and refund conditions in the offer letter for your specific intake.
10. Official Sources
- https://www.selkirk.ca/
- https://www.selkirk.ca/international/international-students/apply
- https://www.selkirk.ca/programs/hospitality-tourism/tourism-and-destination-management-diploma
- https://www.selkirk.ca/international/international-students/tuition-fees
- https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/prepare/designated-learning-institutions-list.html
- https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/after-graduation/eligibility.html
Sources verified as of October 9, 2026; tuition and availability may change by program and intake.
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