We welcome international students to study at NorQuest College. If you are interested in one or more of our programs, we suggest you apply early. Applications and international documents may take time to process.

• How to Apply
  1. Complete the Program Application Form
  2. Prepare tuition and related fees
  3. Mail Program Application Form and Fees
• How to Prepare
1. Student Visa or Study Permit
2. Accommodations in Edmonton
3. Travel to Edmonton
4. Medical/Health Insurance
5. Arrive Early for Orientation
6. Contact Us
• Admission Requirements
• Registration Dates
• Acceptance Policy
• Refund Policy
  
  

How to Apply

To apply to NorQuest College, follow the three simple steps below.

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1. Complete the program application form. Click on the link below to retrieve and print the application form. PDF Application Form To download Adobe Acrobat Reader, click on the image to the right:  or Apply Online ApplyAlberta.ca is the new online registration site that NorQuest College has partnered to help make education accessible to all Alberta learners. Online registration process Start your application through ApplyAlberta.ca.  You will enter your personal information and academic history. Once finish you will complete the NorQuest College portion and submit payment directly to NorQuest College. START your online application now! To find out more about Apply Alberta or apply online visit NOTE: If applying on-line, your $100 application fee must be paid by credit card only. For all other payment options, please download the application form and follow the instructions below. If you are applying for TOEFL 75, TOEIC, or TSE, you must submit your application by fax or in person to avoid paying the $100 application fee.

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2. Prepare payment for tuition and other related fees. The application fee (non-refundable) must be submitted at the time of your application. NorQuest College will contact you on receipt of your application. *Note: All prices are quoted in Canadian dollars. Make payments payable to: NorQuest College. Methods of payment: Credit Card (Visa or MasterCard) – include the type of card, card number, and expiry date Wire transfer – for details regarding this option, e-mail us at international@norquest.ca Certified cheque Bank draft Money order

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3. Mail the completed application form along with the application fee payment. DO NOT send cash in the mail. Upon receipt of the completed application form and fees, we will contact you. You must be 18 years of age or older to apply and attend NorQuest College. Mail form and fees to: NorQuest College International Student Program, Registrar's Office 10215 - 108 Street Edmonton, Alberta T5J 1L6 *Note: All documents submitted in support of an application for admission become the property of NorQuest College and will not be returned.

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How to Prepare

1. Student Visa or Study Permit

Once admission requirements (both academic and non-academic) are met, an official Letter of Admission will be issued by NorQuest College. The official Letter of Admission is required to obtain a study permit or student visa for a program longer than six months. Note: It takes several months to process study visas, therefore, NorQuest has application deadlines for applying to the following terms:

• To enter Fall term programs, you must apply by end of February previous
• To enter Winter term programs, you must apply by end of June previous
• To enter Spring term programs, you must apply by end of October previous

For details on obtaining student visas, contact the Canadian Embassy or Consulate in your home country, or visit the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website.

*Note: You do not need an international student visa or study permit for programs that are less than 6 months in length. To learn more, visit the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website.

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2. Accommodations in Edmonton

Plan your accommodations for living in Edmonton. For details of the options available to you, visit the Accommodations page.

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3. Travel to Edmonton

Plan your trip to Edmonton. You may fly directly to Edmonton. To reach Edmonton from the airport, you may take a shuttle bus (CDN $15), a taxi (approximately CDN $50), or airport pick-up if you have selected the homestay program (CDN $80). Prices subject to change.

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4. Medical/Health Insurance

Purchase adequate Canadian health and/or medical insurance once you arrive in Canada. Proof of medical insurance is required to attend class. To learn more, check out Ingle Insurance, Alberta Health Care or Canadian Blue Cross.

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5. Arrive Early for Orientation

Arrive in time to enjoy the orientation session and become familiar with the city. Click on About Edmonton and About NorQuest to learn more about Edmonton and NorQuest College.

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6. Contact Us

Please contact us if you have any questions.

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Admission Requirements

You must be 18 years of age or older. You must have Canadian medical/health insurance, which can be purchased after you arrive in Canada.

Please note that program admission requirements differ; please consult the respective program page on this web site for further information.

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Registration Dates

Registration is ongoing. We recommend you apply early for the program you desire. International Student Visas and Study Permits may take several months to process.

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Acceptance Policy

Before your official Letter of Admission can be issued, you must complete and mail in the Program Application Form , pay the non-refundable $100 CDN application fee, and meet all program requirements (academic and non-academic). You must be 18 years of age or older. We advise applicants by mail of their acceptance.

To accept NorQuest College’s official Letter of Admission and reserve your seat in a program, send a $500 CDN non-refundable, non-transferable tuition deposit (applied to your first term’s tuition) to the address noted above. Methods of payment include:  credit card (Visa or MasterCard), certified cheque, bank draft, money order, or wire transfer (for details regarding this option, please email international@norquest.ca).

Please note that once you have paid the deposit of $500 CDN it is not refunded or transferred even if your visa is denied or delayed, or if you decide not to attend NorQuest.  You should pay this deposit ONLY when you know that you have your study visa secured.

Full tuition and fee payment for each term is required by the first day of classes.

NorQuest College reserves the right to grant or refuse admission to any individual. Applicants who are not accepted in a program will be advised of the reason and offered assistance in choosing another program.

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Refund Policy

Cancellation of Program/Course by the College

The College reserves the right to cancel courses or programs for operational reasons. If the College has to cancel a course or program, all College fees, including application and administration fees, are refunded.

Students Withdrawn by the College for Violation of Policies

Students may be withdrawn from the College for reasons associated with attendance, performance, or behaviour. When a student is withdrawn from a course or program by the College, the official date of withdrawal is the date on which the decision is rendered not the last day of attendance. Students withdrawn by the College for disciplinary reasons are not eligible for a refund.

Student Initiated Withdrawal

• You must notify the College in writing of your intent to withdraw from a program. The official date of withdrawal shall be the date of notification not the last day of attendance.
• If you voluntarily withdraw at least one month prior to the program start date, you are eligible for a refund of 100% of tuition less a $25 administration fee.
• If you voluntarily withdraw less than one month prior to the program start date, you are eligible for a refund of 90% of tuition less a $25 administration fee or you can defer your enrolment to the next available offering.
• If you voluntarily withdraw before the end of the third instructional day, you are eligible for a refund of 80% of tuition less and the Student Association fee and the textbook rental fee less the tuition deposit and supplies and services fee and a $25 administration fee.
• If you voluntarily withdraw after the end of the third instructional day, but before 20% of the program has passed, you are eligible for a refund of 75% of tuition less a $25 administration fee and non-refundable fees which include the tuition deposit, supplies and services fees, Student Association fee, and textbook rental fee. For semesters for which there has been no attendance, there will be a full refund of fees less a $25 administration fee.
• If you are unable to obtain a Study Permit or Visa and notify NorQuest College in writing prior to the program start date, you are eligible to receive a full refund. Proof of Study Permit or Visa refusal from the Canadian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate is required.
• If you experience unforeseeable, significantly debilitating circumstances or domestic affliction beyond your control, you may appeal for a refund in writing with supporting verification documents provided by an objective third party.

To be eligible to receive a refund prior to attending NorQuest College, International students must:

• Make the request in writing to the Registrar
• Return the original Official Admission Letter or provide an official notice of refusal from the Canadian Embassy, High Commission, or Consulate
• Return the official tuition receipt

Refund Request Deadlines

If you are eligible for a refund, you must apply for it in writing to the Registrar within 30 calendar days of the official withdrawal date. The student copy of the student application and the till receipt must accompany all refund requests.
Refund cheques are normally issued within three weeks of the date that the request is received. Payments are issued to the individual or the organization that paid the fees.