About the university
NorQuest College is a public college in Edmonton, Alberta, with a second campus in Wetaskiwin. It offers certificates and diplomas, with a strong focus on health care, community and social services, and applied technology. Its international students section lists eight in-demand programmes, from Practical Nurse and Pharmacy Technician to a Machine Learning Analyst diploma.
For Indian students, the main draws are the two-year Machine Learning Analyst diploma (about CA$19,600 a year in tuition, with an optional paid co-op) and health diplomas such as Practical Nurse. NorQuest has no student residence listed on the pages we opened, but it notes that average one-bedroom rent in Edmonton is lower than in Calgary, Vancouver or Toronto.
- Type
- Public college in Alberta
- Campuses
- Edmonton (downtown) and Wetaskiwin
- Programmes listed for international students
- 8 certificates and diplomas, mainly in health, community services and machine learning
- Intakes
- Fall, Winter and Spring/Summer (varies by programme)
- International deadlines
- 9 June (Fall), 15 October (Winter), 9 February (Spring/Summer)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Machine Learning Analyst Diploma
- Fee / year
- C$19,604
- Duration
- 2 years (4 terms), plus an optional co-op term
- Intakes
- January (next start January 2027)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; PTE Academic 59; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (as published for Machine Learning Analyst; check the programme requirements page)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$26,599
- Duration
- 2 years (5 terms)
- Intakes
- January (next start January 2027)
- English
- IELTS Academic: listening 7.5, speaking 7.0, reading 6.5, writing 7.0; TOEFL iBT 94; or CELBAN
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$20,190
- Duration
- 5 terms (65 weeks of study)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; PTE Academic 59; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (as published for Machine Learning Analyst; check the programme requirements page)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$24,426
- Duration
- 2 years (6 terms)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; PTE Academic 59; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (as published for Machine Learning Analyst; check the programme requirements page)
- Undergraduate
Therapeutic Recreation Diploma
- Fee / year
- C$19,320
- Duration
- 2 years (6 terms)
- Intakes
- January (next start January 2027)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; PTE Academic 59; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (as published for Machine Learning Analyst; check the programme requirements page)
- Undergraduate
Early Learning and Child Care Diploma
- Fee / year
- C$18,633
- Duration
- 2 years (4 terms)
- Intakes
- January (next start January 2027)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; PTE Academic 59; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (as published for Machine Learning Analyst; check the programme requirements page)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$21,175
- Duration
- 8 months (2 terms); evening delivery about 12 months
- Intakes
- January (next start January 2027)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; PTE Academic 59; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (as published for Machine Learning Analyst; check the programme requirements page)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Machine Learning Analyst Diploma | 2 years (4 terms), plus an optional co-op term | C$19,604 | ≈ ₹13.1 lakh |
| Practical Nurse Diploma | 2 years (5 terms) | C$26,599 | ≈ ₹17.8 lakh |
| Pharmacy Technician Diploma | 5 terms (65 weeks of study) | C$20,190 | ≈ ₹13.5 lakh |
| Social Work Diploma | 2 years (6 terms) | C$24,426 | ≈ ₹16.4 lakh |
| Therapeutic Recreation Diploma | 2 years (6 terms) | C$19,320 | ≈ ₹12.9 lakh |
| Early Learning and Child Care Diploma | 2 years (4 terms) | C$18,633 | ≈ ₹12.5 lakh |
| Health Care Aide Certificate | 8 months (2 terms); evening delivery about 12 months | C$21,175 | ≈ ₹14.2 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 NorQuest College with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Diplomas need high-school English and maths at set levels (for example 60% in English Language Arts 30-1 and 50% in Mathematics 30-1 for Machine Learning Analyst), or equivalents. Indian Class 12 marks are assessed as equivalents.
- Practical Nurse also needs Biology 30 (60%) or an equivalent.
- A free academic assessment is available after you apply if you do not meet a requirement.
- Seats are offered on a first-qualified, first-admitted basis.
Postgraduate
- NorQuest's international list does not include post-graduate certificates; all eight programmes are certificates or diplomas open to high-school graduates.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test result no more than two years old at programme start
- Tuition deposit after an offer
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 | 6.5 overall with no section below 6.0 (Machine Learning Analyst; check other programme pages). Practical Nurse: listening 7.5, speaking 7.0, reading 6.5, writing 7.0. |
| TOEFL iBT | 84 with no section below 21 (Machine Learning Analyst); 94 for Practical Nurse. |
| PTE Academic | 59 with no section below 56. |
| Duolingo | 115. |
| CAEL | 70 with no section below 70. |
Accommodation and living costs
NorQuest does not list a student residence on the pages we opened, so most students rent in Edmonton. The college quotes Rentals.ca data showing an average one-bedroom rent of CA$1,287 a month in Edmonton (June 2026).
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Average one-bedroom rent in EdmontonRentals.ca June 2026 report, quoted by NorQuest | C$1,287per month | ≈ ₹86,229 |
Campus and location
NorQuest's main campus is in downtown Edmonton, with a regional campus in Wetaskiwin.
- Main campus at 10215 108 Street NW, Edmonton.
- Machine Learning Analyst runs in person or HyFlex (some students online).
- Health programmes include labs and clinical placements.
- Student advisors run a live information session every second Thursday.
Careers and graduate outcomes
The Machine Learning Analyst diploma has an optional, competitive paid co-op (four months, 640 hours) and is listed as qualifying for a post-graduation work permit. NorQuest does not publish employment rates on the pages we opened. For work rights, see our Canada guide.
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FAQs
How much is the Machine Learning Analyst diploma at NorQuest?
NorQuest estimates CA$39,207 in international tuition for the two years (January 2027 start), plus about CA$3,353 in fees. The optional co-op term adds about CA$3,300 in tuition.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 with no section below 6.0 for Machine Learning Analyst; check each programme's requirements page. Practical Nurse needs higher band scores, including 7.5 in listening.
When are the international deadlines?
9 June for Fall, 15 October for Winter and 9 February for Spring/Summer. Not every programme starts in every term.
Does NorQuest have a hostel?
No residence is listed on the pages we checked, so plan to rent in Edmonton. NorQuest quotes an average one-bedroom rent of CA$1,287 a month.
Sources
- NorQuest College: in-demand programmes for international students (opens in a new tab)
- NorQuest College: Machine Learning Analyst costs and courses (opens in a new tab)
- NorQuest College: Machine Learning Analyst programme requirements (opens in a new tab)
- NorQuest College: Practical Nurse costs and courses (opens in a new tab)
- NorQuest College: Practical Nurse programme requirements (opens in a new tab)
- NorQuest College: Pharmacy Technician costs and courses (opens in a new tab)
- NorQuest College: Social Work costs and courses (opens in a new tab)
- NorQuest College: Therapeutic Recreation costs and courses (opens in a new tab)
- NorQuest College: Early Learning and Child Care Diploma costs and courses (opens in a new tab)
- NorQuest College: Health Care Aide costs and courses (opens in a new tab)
- NorQuest College: how to apply (opens in a new tab)
- NorQuest College: international students (opens in a new tab)
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