About the university
North West College (NWC) is a small public regional college in northwest Saskatchewan, with campuses in North Battleford (about 20,000 people) and Meadow Lake (about 5,000). For international students it offers only a handful of one- and two-year programmes: Continuing Care Assistant, Early Childhood Education Level II Certificate and Level III Diploma (Battlefords), and Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician (Meadow Lake).
The college says its international programmes are PGWP eligible under IRCC rules. Tuition is CA$18,575 to CA$23,500 for a one-year programme, which is modest for Canada. These are hands-on care, early childhood and trades programmes rather than degrees, and international applications are handled through Saskatchewan Colleges.
- Type
- Public regional college; designated learning institution in Saskatchewan
- Campuses
- Battlefords (North Battleford) and Meadow Lake
- Programmes for international students
- 4 certificates and diplomas in 2026-27
- Intakes
- Fall 2026 and January 2027
- Application fee
- CA$150
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Continuing Care Assistant Certificate
- Fee / year
- C$20,500
- Duration
- 1 year (late August to May)
- Intakes
- September (Battlefords and Meadow Lake); January (Battlefords)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 5.0); TOEFL iBT 81; PTE Academic 63; Duolingo 105; CAEL 60 (college FAQ, January 2024)
- Undergraduate
Early Childhood Education Level II Certificate
- Fee / year
- C$18,575
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- September; January (Battlefords)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 5.0); TOEFL iBT 81; PTE Academic 63; Duolingo 105; CAEL 60 (college FAQ, January 2024)
- Undergraduate
Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician Certificate
- Fee / year
- C$23,500
- Duration
- About 9 months (September to June)
- Intakes
- September (Meadow Lake)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 5.0); TOEFL iBT 81; PTE Academic 63; Duolingo 105; CAEL 60 (college FAQ, January 2024)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continuing Care Assistant Certificate | 1 year (late August to May) | C$20,500 | ≈ ₹13.7 lakh |
| Early Childhood Education Level II Certificate | 1 year | C$18,575 | ≈ ₹12.4 lakh |
| Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician Certificate | About 9 months (September to June) | C$23,500 | ≈ ₹15.7 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 North West College with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Continuing Care Assistant and early childhood programmes need Grade 12 (Class 12 for Indian students).
- Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician needs Grade 11 with a Grade 11 maths course (Foundations, Pre-Calculus or Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 20, or equivalent).
- Applicants without the academic requirements are considered automatically for special admission through an assessment.
Postgraduate
- NWC does not offer post-graduate programmes for international students.
Documents
- Valid passport
- High-school and any post-secondary transcripts
- English test result (IELTS, PTE, Duolingo or TOEFL)
- Application fee receipt (Flywire for payments from outside Canada)
- Criminal record and vulnerable sector check, immunisation records and WHMIS (Continuing Care Assistant)
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 band below 5.0. |
| PTE Academic | 63 overall with no component below 50. |
| TOEFL iBT | 81 overall with at least 19 in each section. |
| Duolingo | 105 overall. |
| Note | These scores come from NWC's international FAQ dated January 2024; confirm them with the college before you test. |
Accommodation and living costs
The Meadow Lake campus has a student residence with individual, family and shared units, but costs are not listed in the handbook. There is no residence information for the Battlefords campus on the pages we opened, so most students rent locally.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
NWC has two campuses in northwest Saskatchewan.
- Battlefords campus: 10702 Diefenbaker Drive, North Battleford.
- Meadow Lake campus: 720 5th Street West, Meadow Lake, with a student residence.
- All international students are enrolled automatically in the NWC International Health Plan.
Careers and graduate outcomes
NWC says its international programmes are PGWP eligible under IRCC rules. Continuing Care Assistant includes two clinical placements a year, and the Heavy Equipment programme includes a work placement and covers apprenticeship levels one and two. For work rights, see our Canada guide.
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FAQs
How much does North West College cost?
International tuition for 2026-27 is CA$20,500 for Continuing Care Assistant, CA$18,575 for the ECE Level II Certificate and CA$23,500 for Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician, plus a CA$150 application fee.
Can I get a refund if my study permit is refused?
NWC's handbook says you receive 50% of total programme fees, minus a CA$500 administration fee, if you send the visa denial letter.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 5.0, according to the college's international FAQ. Confirm current scores with NWC.
Sources
- North West College: international programmes (opens in a new tab)
- North West College: international programme information (opens in a new tab)
- North West College: International Tuition and Fee Schedule 2026-27 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- North West College: 2026-27 International Student Handbook (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- North West College: international FAQs (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- North West College: Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician (international) (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.northwestcollege.ca (opens in a new tab)
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