About the university
Bow Valley College is a public college in Calgary, Alberta. It teaches career-focused certificates, two-year diplomas and two-term post-diploma certificates in business, technology, health and creative industries, and most programmes include a practicum.
For Indian graduates, the most relevant options are the post-diploma certificates in Data Management and Analytics, Software Development and Digital Marketing. Class 12 students can look at diplomas such as Software Development, Cybersecurity Solutions, Health Data Analytics and Business Administration. The college's program list shows which intakes are open to international students and which programmes carry a PGWP tag.
- Type
- Public college in Calgary (certificates, diplomas and post-diploma certificates)
- DLI number
- O19273769422
- Intakes
- January, May and September, depending on the programme
- Practicum
- Most certificate and diploma programmes include an unpaid practicum
- International tuition (2026-27)
- About CAD 17,000–26,000 a year for most diplomas; CAD 19,926–32,240 for post-diploma certificates
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Data Management and Analytics (Post-Diploma Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$32,240
- Duration
- 2 terms; needs a diploma in business administration, IT, engineering or software development, plus programming experience
- Intakes
- September 2027
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 59; TOEFL 83; Duolingo 110
- Postgraduate
Software Development (Post-Diploma Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$21,964
- Duration
- 2 terms; needs a diploma or degree
- Intakes
- September 2027
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 59; TOEFL 83; Duolingo 110
- Postgraduate
Digital Marketing (Post-Diploma Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$19,926
- Duration
- 2 terms
- Intakes
- September 2027
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 59; TOEFL 83; Duolingo 110
- Undergraduate
Software Development (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$19,925
- Duration
- 4 terms (2 years)
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 59; TOEFL 83; Duolingo 110
- Undergraduate
Cybersecurity Solutions (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$21,588
- Duration
- 4 terms (2 years), competency-based, with labs and work-integrated learning
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 59; TOEFL 83; Duolingo 110
- Undergraduate
Health Data Analytics (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$25,790
- Duration
- 4 terms (2 years)
- Intakes
- September 2027
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 59; TOEFL 83; Duolingo 110
- Undergraduate
Information Technology Solutions (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$23,612
- Duration
- 4 terms (2 years)
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 59; TOEFL 83; Duolingo 110
- Undergraduate
Business Administration – Accounting Major (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$17,092
- Duration
- 4 terms (2 years)
- Intakes
- January; May; September (2027)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 59; TOEFL 83; Duolingo 110
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Management and Analytics (Post-Diploma Certificate) | 2 terms; needs a diploma in business administration, IT, engineering or software development, plus programming experience | C$32,240 | ≈ ₹21.6 lakh |
| Software Development (Post-Diploma Certificate) | 2 terms; needs a diploma or degree | C$21,964 | ≈ ₹14.7 lakh |
| Digital Marketing (Post-Diploma Certificate) | 2 terms | C$19,926 | ≈ ₹13.4 lakh |
| Software Development (Diploma) | 4 terms (2 years) | C$19,925 | ≈ ₹13.3 lakh |
| Cybersecurity Solutions (Diploma) | 4 terms (2 years), competency-based, with labs and work-integrated learning | C$21,588 | ≈ ₹14.5 lakh |
| Health Data Analytics (Diploma) | 4 terms (2 years) | C$25,790 | ≈ ₹17.3 lakh |
| Information Technology Solutions (Diploma) | 4 terms (2 years) | C$23,612 | ≈ ₹15.8 lakh |
| Business Administration – Accounting Major (Diploma) | 4 terms (2 years) | C$17,092 | ≈ ₹11.5 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Bow Valley College with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Diplomas need Grade 12 English and maths or equivalent (for example, Software Development needs English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2, and Math 30-1 or 30-2). Indian Class 12 marks are assessed as equivalents.
- Check the program list for each intake's international status: only programmes marked Open accept applications.
- Application fee CAD 150; a CAD 1,500 confirmation fee is due within 21 days of acceptance and counts towards first-term tuition.
Postgraduate
- Post-diploma certificates need a completed diploma or degree; Data Management and Analytics asks for a diploma in business, IT, engineering or software development and programming experience.
- Processing takes about 6 to 8 weeks once your file is complete.
Documents
- Academic transcripts (unofficial for first review; official copies sent to admissions)
- Valid passport
- Proof of English proficiency
- Alberta Student Number (ASN)
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 with no band below 6.0 for most programmes (6.5 for Machine Learning Analyst and Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant) |
| PTE Academic | 59 for most programmes |
| TOEFL | 83 for most programmes |
| Duolingo | 110 for most programmes |
| Exemption | Three years of full-time English-medium high school, or one year of full-time English-medium post-secondary study (most programmes) |
Accommodation and living costs
Bow Valley College's pages we checked do not list student residence or housing costs. Plan to rent privately in Calgary and budget for the UPass transit fee (CAD 180.25 a term), which is charged with tuition.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
Bow Valley College is based in Calgary, with programmes across business, technology, health and creative industries.
- Most certificate and diploma programmes include an unpaid practicum.
- Full-time status needs at least 3 courses (9 credits) a term.
- International students must attend the International Student Welcome before classes.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Programmes are career-focused, and many carry a PGWP tag on the college's program list. Bow Valley College does not publish employment figures. See our Canada guide for work rules.
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FAQs
What does Bow Valley College cost for Indian students?
For 2026-27, international tuition is about CAD 17,000–26,000 for the first year of most diplomas and CAD 19,926–32,240 for a two-term post-diploma certificate. Mandatory fees and the health plan are extra.
Can I join after my Indian degree?
Yes. Post-diploma certificates such as Data Management and Analytics and Software Development need a completed diploma or degree.
Do I need IELTS?
Most programmes need IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0), PTE 59, TOEFL 83 or Duolingo 110. Three years of English-medium high school or a year of English-medium college study can exempt you.
Sources
- Bow Valley College: Tuition and fees 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
- Bow Valley College: Program list (opens in a new tab)
- Bow Valley College: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Bow Valley College: International student application (opens in a new tab)
- Bow Valley College: International students FAQ (opens in a new tab)
- Bow Valley College: Data Management and Analytics (opens in a new tab)
- Bow Valley College: Software Development (opens in a new tab)
- Bow Valley College: Cybersecurity Solutions (opens in a new tab)
Official website: bowvalleycollege.ca (opens in a new tab)
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