Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is a university in Surrey, BC. International students should budget around US$32,700 a year in total, covering roughly US$17,300 in tuition and US$15,400 in living costs. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 61 institutions we list in Canada.

12666 72 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 2M8, Canada

Tuition: US$17,300/yr
Living: US$15,400/yr
Total: US$32,700/yr
Type: University
Location: Surrey, BC

Why students choose Kwantlen Polytechnic University

KPU is 15 minutes from central Vancouver by public transport.
Hands-on learning: 80% of KPU programmes include work-integrated learning such as field schools, practicums and co-ops.
Over 90% of KPU graduates are in work within six months.
The Fashion and Technology and Product Design degrees are the only programmes of their kind in Western Canada.
Exchange opportunities of a semester or a year at KPU partner institutions worldwide.
The Brewing and Brewery Operations programme was the first in Canada accredited by the Master Brewers Association.
The Interior Design degree was the first accredited programme in the province.
KPU was the first public post-secondary institution to offer study in traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture.
The BSc in Urban Ecosystems is the only degree in North America devoted to studying urban ecosystems

Kwantlen Polytechnic University entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Admission requirements

High school transcript
IELTS

Scholarships at Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Entrance scholarships: CAD 5,000, 7,500 or 30,000, subject to conditions
Unconditional scholarship: CAD 15,000, depending on programme
Programme-length scholarship: CAD 2,000

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at Kwantlen Polytechnic University?

Budget roughly US$32,700 a year in total — about US$17,300 in tuition and US$15,400 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for Kwantlen Polytechnic University?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. High school transcript

Where is Kwantlen Polytechnic University?

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is in Surrey, BC, at 12666 72 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 2M8, Canada.

Can international students work while studying at Kwantlen Polytechnic University?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In Canada the current allowance is 24 hours/week during term, and the post-study route is pgwp — up to 3 years.