A career-focused Calgary college known for health, business, community studies and adult upgrading programs, with strong ties to local employers.
Bow Valley College is a public comprehensive community college in downtown Calgary, Alberta. It serves a diverse student body that includes recent high school graduates, adult learners, newcomers to Canada and people retraining for new careers.
The college is known for practical, employment-focused credentials in health care, business, technology, community and human services, and for English language and academic upgrading programs. Instructors often bring industry experience, and many programs include practicums or work placements.
Its central location, close to transit and the downtown job market, makes it accessible to commuters, and flexible delivery options help working students balance study with other commitments.
Tuition in CA$, 2026-2027
Students who live in Alberta apply for student aid through Alberta Student Aid; students from other provinces apply through their own province’s program. A provincial application also covers the federal Canada Student Grants and Loans.
Bow Valley College offers its own entrance awards, bursaries and scholarships, many supported by donors and community partners.
Tuition for 2026-27 from the school’s own published fees, for a typical two-semester diploma, rounded. Ancillary fees, books and housing are extra. Confirm the current figure on Bow Valley College’s fee page.
Ask Bow Valley College about its entrance scholarships and bursaries.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with Bow Valley College.
Applications to Bow Valley College go through ApplyAlberta, Alberta’s application service.
Applicants usually need high school completion or mature student status, with program-specific prerequisites in some areas. Many programs also require English language proficiency, and health programs may require additional screening.
Apply through ApplyAlberta, Alberta's application service, by choosing your program and submitting your transcripts and supporting documents.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with Bow Valley College and ApplyAlberta.
Calgary is Alberta's largest city, with a strong energy, finance, technology and health care economy. The main campus is in the downtown core, close to the CTrain and the city's employers.
Student life at Bow Valley College reflects its diverse, mostly commuter student body, with a focus on flexibility and support services. The students' association and college offer events, clubs and wellness resources.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.