About the university
Lethbridge Polytechnic, formerly Lethbridge College, is a public institution in Lethbridge, southern Alberta. It opened in 1957 and calls itself Canada's first publicly funded community college. It has more than 6,500 students and teaches certificates, two-year diplomas, applied degrees and four-year bachelor's degrees, with a strong focus on agriculture, trades, technology, justice and health.
For Indian students, the options open to international applicants include diplomas in computer information technology, civil engineering technology, business administration and practical nursing, and bachelor's degrees in agriculture science and criminal justice. Lethbridge marks each programme's PGWP eligibility on its international programmes list, and several business diplomas are listed as not eligible, so check before you apply. Lethbridge is a city of about 110,000 people.
- Founded
- 1957, described by the institution as Canada's first publicly funded community college
- Type
- Public polytechnic in Alberta (certificates, diplomas, applied degrees and degrees)
- Students
- More than 6,500
- Programmes
- 65 certificate, diploma, degree, pre-employment and apprenticeship programmes; about 40 open to international students for Fall 2027
- Campus
- One main campus in Lethbridge, Alberta
- Intakes
- Mostly September; a few programmes also start in January
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Computer Information Technology (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$16,824
- Duration
- 2 years full-time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 6.0, PTE 54 (58 from 2027/28), TOEFL iBT 80 or Duolingo 110 (115 from 2027/28)
- Undergraduate
Civil Engineering Technology (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$18,909
- Duration
- 2 years full-time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 6.0, PTE 54 (58 from 2027/28), TOEFL iBT 80 or Duolingo 110 (115 from 2027/28)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$21,237
- Duration
- 2 years full-time; competitive entry
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 in speaking, listening and writing and 6.0 in reading (2026/27); 7.0 in every band from 2027/28. TOEFL iBT 91 or Duolingo 130 from 2027/28
- Undergraduate
Business Administration – Accounting (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$17,717
- Duration
- 2 years full-time; listed as not PGWP-eligible
- Intakes
- September; January (Winter 2027 is closed to international applicants)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 6.0, PTE 54 (58 from 2027/28), TOEFL iBT 80 or Duolingo 110 (115 from 2027/28)
- Undergraduate
Interior and Building Design Technology (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$19,350
- Duration
- 2 years full-time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 6.0, PTE 54 (58 from 2027/28), TOEFL iBT 80 or Duolingo 110 (115 from 2027/28)
- Undergraduate
Multimedia Production (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$16,590
- Duration
- 2 years full-time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 6.0, PTE 54 (58 from 2027/28), TOEFL iBT 80 or Duolingo 110 (115 from 2027/28)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Agriculture Science
- Fee / year
- C$17,040
- Duration
- 4 years full-time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 6.0, PTE 54 (58 from 2027/28), TOEFL iBT 80 or Duolingo 110 (115 from 2027/28)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$18,418
- Duration
- 4 years full-time (on campus); diploma holders can enter Year 3 of the post-diploma route
- Intakes
- September (on campus)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 6.0, PTE 54 (58 from 2027/28), TOEFL iBT 80 or Duolingo 110 (115 from 2027/28)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Information Technology (Diploma) | 2 years full-time | C$16,824 | ≈ ₹11.3 lakh |
| Civil Engineering Technology (Diploma) | 2 years full-time | C$18,909 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| Practical Nurse (Diploma) | 2 years full-time; competitive entry | C$21,237 | ≈ ₹14.2 lakh |
| Business Administration – Accounting (Diploma) | 2 years full-time; listed as not PGWP-eligible | C$17,717 | ≈ ₹11.9 lakh |
| Interior and Building Design Technology (Diploma) | 2 years full-time | C$19,350 | ≈ ₹13 lakh |
| Multimedia Production (Diploma) | 2 years full-time | C$16,590 | ≈ ₹11.1 lakh |
| Bachelor of Agriculture Science | 4 years full-time | C$17,040 | ≈ ₹11.4 lakh |
| Bachelor of Criminal Justice | 4 years full-time (on campus); diploma holders can enter Year 3 of the post-diploma route | C$18,418 | ≈ ₹12.3 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 Lethbridge Polytechnic with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Diplomas and degrees need high school completion (Class 12 for Indian students) with programme-specific subjects, for example maths equivalent to Alberta Math 30-1 or 30-2. From 2027/28 all programmes also need English 30-1 or 30-2 or equivalent.
- International applications are assessed competitively on grades, English proficiency and campus diversity. Practical Nurse uses a points system based on biology, maths and English grades.
- Apply through ApplyAlberta. The international application fee is CAD 150 per programme. For Fall 2027, international applications open on 1 October 2026 and close on 1 May 2027; your study permit is due by 1 August 2027.
Postgraduate
- Lethbridge Polytechnic does not list post-graduate certificates for international students. Graduates usually choose a diploma, or a post-diploma degree route if they hold a related diploma.
Documents
- Class 10 and 12 marksheets (and any post-secondary transcripts), with an international document assessment where required
- Proof of English proficiency, unless exempt
- Passport and study permit (due by the official document deadline)
- Programme-specific items, such as medical fitness for Wind Turbine Technician
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; Practical Nurse needs 7.0 in every band from 2027/28 |
| PTE Academic | 54 for most programmes (58 from 2027/28); not accepted for Practical Nurse |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 for most programmes; Practical Nurse needs 91 with section minimums from 2027/28 |
| Duolingo | 110 for most programmes (115 from 2027/28); Practical Nurse 130 from 2027/28 |
| Waiver | From 2027/28, at least three years of full-time study at a recognised English-speaking secondary school, or two years of full-time English-medium post-secondary study, may exempt you |
Accommodation and living costs
Lethbridge Polytechnic has residence on campus in Kodiak House and in four-bedroom townhouses (Cullen and 30th Avenue). Rent is charged per term and includes utilities and Wi-Fi. A CAD 550 room deposit and tenant insurance are extra.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Cullen single room (4-bedroom townhouse), 2026/27 | C$3,000per term | ≈ ₹2 lakh |
| 30th Avenue townhouse room, 2026/27 | C$3,260per term | ≈ ₹2.2 lakh |
| Kodiak House room (queen bed), 2026/27 | C$4,400per term | ≈ ₹2.9 lakh |
| Room deposit | C$550one-off | ≈ ₹36,850 |
Campus and location
Lethbridge Polytechnic teaches on one campus in south Lethbridge, with trades and technology programmes based in its Centre for Trades and Technologies.
- Hands-on labs for engineering technology, trades and wind turbine training.
- On-campus residence in Kodiak House and townhouses.
- International Services offers immigration drop-in support on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
- A medical/dental benefit fee is charged unless you opt out with other coverage.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Programmes are career-focused, with labs and practical training. Check each programme's PGWP eligibility on Lethbridge's international programmes list and the IRCC rules in our Canada guide.
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FAQs
How much are Lethbridge Polytechnic's fees for Indian students?
Programme pages estimate first-year international tuition at about CAD 16,600–21,300 for most diplomas in 2026/27, before fees of about CAD 2,000 a year, books and health cover. Tuition usually rises in Year 2.
When can I start?
Most programmes open to international students start in September. For Fall 2027, apply between 1 October 2026 and 1 May 2027.
Are all programmes PGWP-eligible?
No. Lethbridge marks each programme on its international programmes list. For example, the business administration diplomas are listed as not PGWP-eligible.
Is there on-campus housing?
Yes. Residence rooms cost about CAD 3,000–4,400 a term in 2026/27, including utilities and Wi-Fi.
Sources
- Lethbridge Polytechnic: International programmes (opens in a new tab)
- Lethbridge Polytechnic: International admissions (opens in a new tab)
- Lethbridge Polytechnic: How to apply (opens in a new tab)
- Lethbridge Polytechnic: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Lethbridge Polytechnic: Computer Information Technology (opens in a new tab)
- Lethbridge Polytechnic: Practical Nurse (opens in a new tab)
- Lethbridge Polytechnic: Apply for residence (opens in a new tab)
- Lethbridge Polytechnic: Who we are (opens in a new tab)
Official website: lethpolytech.ca (opens in a new tab)
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