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Okanagan College

Kelowna, British Columbia · Polytechnic · Est. 1963

Star rating 3/6 Universities Canada Admissions open
Type
Polytechnic
Founded
1963
Students
8,000
International
1,500

Overview

Okanagan College in Kelowna offers trades, business, health and university-transfer programmes across the BC interior.

Programs at Okanagan

24 programs across 3 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Corporate Law

Bachelor of Corporate Law

Okanagan College

⏱ 3–4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 64,750 total
Bachelor's Degree Marine Science

Bachelor of Marine Science

Okanagan College

⏱ 3–4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 64,750 total
Bachelor's Degree Media Studies

Bachelor of Media Studies

Okanagan College

⏱ 3–4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 64,750 total
Bachelor's Degree Nursing

Bachelor of Nursing

Okanagan College

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 74,000 total

Diploma

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Corporate Law

Master of Corporate Law

Okanagan College

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 30,525 total

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

CAD 15,000 – CAD 22,000/yr

Moderate tuition

Indicative living cost

CAD 14,000–22,000/yr

On-campus accommodation

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

High-school diploma (undergraduate) or a relevant bachelor’s degree (postgraduate) meeting the programme’s minimum GPA; programme-specific prerequisites apply.

English: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 86–90 / Duolingo 115 (programme-dependent). French proof at French-language institutions.

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: High-school diploma (undergraduate) or a relevant bachelor’s degree (postgraduate) meeting the programme’s minimum GPA; programme-specific prerequisites apply..
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal (international students may apply via IRCC).
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and, if international, begin your study permit process via IRCC.

For international students

International students need a Canadian study permit. Graduates may qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

Read the study permit & IRCC guide →

Last updated 14 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.