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For more than 30 years, Kwantlen Polytechnic University has provided students with the skills they need for the careers they want. As Canada’s only polytechnic university, you’ll develop relevant, hands-on skills in addition to studying traditional academics in a range of focus areas like design, science and horticulture, business, trades and technology, arts, and healthcare. KPU is proud to be active in the community and connected with industry leaders, offering programs and courses you won’t find anywhere else. KPU currently has campuses in Surrey, Langley, Richmond, and Cloverdale, and recently opened a fifth campus, KPU Civic Plaza, in Surrey City Centre.  Launch your career and make a positive impact on your community with experiential learning at KPU: where thought meets action.

For more than 30 years, Kwantlen Polytechnic University has provided students with the skills they need for the careers they want. As Canada’s only polytechnic university, you’ll develop relevant, hands-on skills in addition to studying traditional academics in a range of focus areas like design, science and horticulture, business, trades and technology, arts, and healthcare. KPU is proud to be active in the community and connected with industry leaders, offering programs and courses you won’t f

KPU Introduction

There are 5 categories that offer students special consideration for admission:

- Aboriginal
- Visiting
- Exchange
- Concurrent
- General Interest

To learn more about these categories, please visit [Applicant Categories](https://calendar.kpu.ca/admissions/applicant-categories/) page. 

KPU Other Students

KPU welcomes students of all walks and ages. If you have not graduated from high school, have taken fewer than 24 post-secondary credits, and are 19 years of age or older, you can be admitted as a mature student as long as you meet all other academic admission requirements for your intended program at KPU. For more information on mature student admission category, visit the [institution's website](https://www.kpu.ca/future-students/mature-students). 

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All applicants to undergraduate studies must satisfy KPU's Undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement through one of the following ways (with minimum grades in brackets):
- English Studies 12 (C+) or equivalent
- English First Peoples 12 (C+) or equivalent
- Literary Studies 12 (C+) or equivalent 
- IB (International Baccalaureate) English A1 or A2 (HL or SL) with a minimum grade of 3 (or C+)
- AP (Advanced Placement) English Language and Composition or AP English Literature and Composition with a minimum grade of 2 (or C+)
- 3 credits of undergraduate-level English course (C-) from a recognized post-secondary institution where English in the primary language of instruction
- A baccalaureate degree, or two-year diploma, or 60 undergraduate-level credits, at a recognized post-secondary institution where English is the primary language of instruction (2.0 cumulative GPA)
- Both KPU ESLT 0381 (B) and ELST 0383 (B)
- Both KPU ELST 0381 (B) and KPU placement score higher than ELST 0383 level
- KPU ENGQ 1091 (C) or ENGQ 1092 (C) or ENGQ 1099 (C)
- KPU Placement Test into ENGL 1100
- IELTS Academic score = at least overall 6.5, with 6.0 in each band (within the last two years)
- TOEFL Internet-based score = at least 88, with no sub score less than 20 (within the last two years)
- CAEL score = at least 70, with no sub score less than 60 (within the last two years)
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) score = at least 61 (within the last two years)
- LPI score = at least level 5, with an essay score of 30 or higher (within the last two years)
- Duolingo English Test score = at least 110 (written within the last two years; accepted on a temporary basis until in-person testing resumes)

Note: English proficiency requirements for university preparatory studies and vocation studies vary by program. Program-specific requirements are detailed within each program profile for KPU within EducationPlannerBC's Program search Database.

Verify admission requirements directly with [KPU](https://www.kpu.ca/admission/requirements).

All applicants to undergraduate studies must satisfy KPU's Undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement through one of the following ways (with minimum grades in brackets):
- English Studies 12 (C+) or equivalent
- English First Peoples 12 (C+) or equivalent
- Literary Studies 12 (C+) or equivalent 
- IB (International Baccalaureate) English A1 or A2 (HL or SL) with a minimum grade of 3 (or C+)
- AP (Advanced Placement) English Language and Composition or AP English Literature and Composition w

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To qualify for admission into Kwantlen Polytechnic University, you must meet the [English proficiency requirement](https://www.kpu.ca/admission/requirements#English-proficiency-requirements) in addition to any additional requirements for your intended program. Program-specific requirements are detailed within each program profile for KPU within EducationPlannerBC's Program search Database.

For more information on admission requirements for different applicant categories, visit the [institution's website](https://www.kpu.ca/admission/requirements).

To qualify for admission into Kwantlen Polytechnic University, you must meet the [English proficiency requirement](https://www.kpu.ca/admission/requirements#English-proficiency-requirements) in addition to any additional requirements for your intended program. Program-specific requirements are detailed within each program profile for KPU within EducationPlannerBC's Program search Database.

For more information on admission requirements for different applicant categories, visit the [institution'

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University accepts applications from international students who meet the [English Proficiency Requirement](https://www.kpu.ca/admission/requirements#English-proficiency-requirements). All international undergraduate applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency prior to admission.

Details on admission process for International Students can be found on the [institution's website](https://www.kpu.ca/international/future-students/apply).

KPU International Students

1. Qualify for one of the applicant categories:

- high school graduation
- mature student status (be at least 19 years old on the first day of class)
- 24 transfer credits at the undergraduate-level with at least a 2.0 GPA
- [other acceptable admission category](https://calendar.kpu.ca/admissions/applicant-categories/) (for indigenous applicant who wishes to be considered for admission on an individual basis

2. English Proficiency

One of:

- English Studies 12 (C+) or equivalent
- English First Peoples 12 (C+) or equivalent
- Literary Studies 12 (C+) or equivalent 
- IB (International Baccalaureate) English A1 or A2 (HL or SL) with a minimum grade of 3 (or C+)
- AP (Advanced Placement) English Language and Composition or AP English Literature and Composition with a minimum grade of 2 (or C+)
- 3 credits of undergraduate-level English course (C-) from a recognized post-secondary institution where English in the primary language of instruction
- A baccalaureate degree, or two-year diploma, or 60 undergraduate-level credits, at a recognized post-secondary institution where English is the primary language of instruction (2.0 cumulative GPA)
- Both KPU ESLT 0381 (B) and ELST 0383 (B)
- Both KPU ELST 0381 (B) and KPU placement score higher than ELST 0383 level
- KPU ENGQ 1091 (C) or ENGQ 1092 (C) or ENGQ 1099 (C)
- KPU Placement Test into ENGL 1100
- IELTS Academic score = at least overall 6.5, with 6.0 in each band (within the last two years)
- TOEFL Internet-based score = at least 88, with no sub score less than 20 (within the last two years)
- CAEL score = at least 70, with no sub score less than 60 (within the last two years)
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) score = at least 61 (within the last two years)
- LPI score = at least level 5, with an essay score of 30 or higher (within the last two years)
- Duolingo English Test score = at least 110 (within the last two years)*
Note (*): On a temporary basis until in-person testing resumes, Duolingo English Test is accepted as one of the ways to satisfy KPU's Undergraduate English Proficiency requirement.

Verify admission requirements directly with [KPU](https://www.kpu.ca/admission/requirements).

1. Qualify for one of the applicant categories:

- high school graduation
- mature student status (be at least 19 years old on the first day of class)
- 24 transfer credits at the undergraduate-level with at least a 2.0 GPA
- [other acceptable admission category](https://calendar.kpu.ca/admissions/applicant-categories/) (for indigenous applicant who wishes to be considered for admission on an individual basis

2. English Proficiency

One of:

- English Studies 12 (C+) or equivalent
- English Fir

KPU General Admission

Information for applying to KPU: 

[Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident Applicants](https://www.kpu.ca/admission)

[International Applicants](https://www.kpu.ca/international/future-students)

KKPU How to Apply

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Each institution and program has their own application dates. Applications typically open mid-September or early October. Be sure to check our program pages for the application dates and admission advice. Preparing a post-secondary admissions application takes time. Start your application early and apply as soon as you can.

When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit the [how to apply](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/help?tab=1) page for more information. 

Please note, not all programs are available to apply to through EducationPlannerBC's website. Make sure to review this information on the institutions webpage.

Each institution and program has their own application dates. Applications typically open mid-September or early October. Be sure to check our program pages for the application dates and admission advice. Preparing a post-secondary admissions application takes time. Start your application early and apply as soon as you can.

When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit the [ho

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