Selkirk Community College is a community college in British Columbia, Canada. It was founded in 1966. It was British Columbia's first community college. It has developed as one of the most recognizable institutions in the Boundary and West Kootenay areas. It is a member of ACCC, CCAA, BCCAA, CBIE, and CUP.
Academic Upgrading and Development, Lifespan Autism Training, Business, Environment and Geomatics, Health, Hospitality and Tourism, Human Services, Industry, Trades Training, Peace and Justice Studies, and University Arts and Sciences are all available at Selkirk. Selkirk College provides and accepts a variety of financial aid.
Many student prizes are available, including bursaries, entrance scholarships, SIDIT bursaries, and Irving K Barber scholarships. Government Assistance Programs, Indigenous Funding, Work-Study Programs, and Youth Care Programs are examples of financial assistance programs.
Selkirk College Students' Union was founded in 1972. This association assists students in obtaining all assistance they may want. The union and the college association offer a variety of student assistance services.
Accessibility Services, Assessment Services, Career Central, Co-Curricular Records, Co-op Education, Employment Services, Coaching for Success, Counselling Services, Early Alert Support System, Indigenous Services, Wellness Centre, and Writing Centre are some of the services available.
Selkirk students can participate in a variety of leisure activities. Selkirk's Jazz Choir frequently performs for the locals. Selkirk College alums include artist Kiesza, record producer Mitch Merrett, and Canadian airline pilot Judy Cameron.
Selkirk College has eight campuses and learning centers across the West Kootenay and Kootenay Boundary regions:
Castlegar Campus,
Grand Forks Campus,
Kaslo Learning Centre,
Nakusp Learning Centre,
Silver King Campus,
Tenth Street Campus,
Trail Campus,
Victoria Street Campus.
Selkirk has 2,239 students on eight campuses and provides academic, professional, vocational, and technical programs. Part-time, full-time, and online programs are available via the following colleges of study:
School of the Arts,
School of Academic Upgrading & Development,
School of Business,
School of Environment & Geomatics,
School of Health & Human Services,
School of Hospitality & Tourism,
School of Industry & Trades Training,
Selkirk International,
School of University Arts & Sciences.
Why Selkirk College?
- Selkirk College is dedicated to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and accessibility within the institution, the community, and society.
- Most financial help is available to international students.
- Students have access to fantastic labs and simulation facilities and possibilities to participate in research, providing a solid foundation for higher education and preparing them for future graduate studies.
- Work experience periods, practicums, and cooperative education alternatives are available in many Selkirk College programs.
- Field schools, exchanges, study abroad options, and other international learning opportunities are available worldwide.
University Ranking
Selkirk College is one of Canada's finest public institutions. The QS World University Rankings are 8509.
University highlights
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University Type |
Public |
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Established Year |
1966 |
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No of Students |
2,239 |
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Number of Courses |
60+ |
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Tuition Fees for International Students Yearly |
4900-5200 CAD |
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Intakes |
September, January, and May. |
Main intakes
The main intakes are in September, January, and May.
Scholarship
GPA Scholarships
Department Nominations
Application Scholarships
International Scholarships
Application Process/ documents needed for admission
Academic Documents (For Bachelor)
- SLC Mark sheet
- School Leaving Certificate
- SLC Character Certificate
- Transcript of 12th-grade
- Individual Mark sheet of 12th-grade
- Character Certificate of 12th-grade
- Provisional Certificate of 12th-grade
- Migration Certificate of 12th-grade
Academic Documents (For Masters)
- Transcript of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
- Individual Mark sheets of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
- Character Certificate of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
- Provisional Certificate of Bachelor’s Degree and 12th grade
- Migration Certificate of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
- IELTS/TOEFL/PTE scores
- Passport
- Experience letter
- Statement of Purpose
- 2-3 LORs
- GRE/GMAT Scores
- Application Fees
- Proof of Scholarships - If any
- Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
- College Recommendation (if a current student)
Language Requirement
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Test |
Minimum Score requirement |
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TOFEL Requirements |
Overall score of 80 or higher |
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IELTS Requirements |
Overall 6.0 bands with no band less than 5.5 |
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PTE |
52 |
FAQ
Q. Can I work as a student in Canada?
Yes, International students in Canada can work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) during school terms.
Q. Does Selkirk College offer financial aid to International Students?
Yes, Selkirk College offers scholarships to international students. You can find details about scholarships in our scholarship section.
Q. What are the different intakes at Selkirk College?
Generally, September, January, and May are the time when intakes occur.
Q. Is there a price for applying?
All national and foreign applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee of CAD 100 when applying to any program offered by Selkirk College.
Q. What are Canada's other top universities?
The top three universities in Canada are the University of Toronto, McGill University, and the University of British Columbia
Q. Can college guarantee me a job after graduation?
Unfortunately, no college can guarantee you a job. Still, Selkirk College helps you find a hands-on internship at related enterprises, network with industry professionals, and provide continuous placement service to provide you with the best opportunities for rewarding careers in the industry.