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Olds College of Agriculture & Technology

Olds, Canada · Public · Est. Founding year not confirmed on the pages we opened

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

Founding year not confirmed on the pages we opened

Type

Public

Location

Olds, Canada

Ranking

Not ranked

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About the university

Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is a public college in the town of Olds, between Calgary and Red Deer in Alberta. It teaches diplomas, certificates, post-diploma certificates and applied degrees in agriculture, agriculture technology, horticulture, veterinary technology, environmental science and business. Some business and IT programmes are taught at Concordia University of Edmonton.

Olds says it is a Designated Learning Institution and offers programmes eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit; students check each programme's CIP code with IRCC. Programme pages say international students are welcome and pay a differentiated tuition rate. Several programmes include paid internships or directed field study, for which international students need a co-op work permit. See our Canada guide for permit rules.

Type
Public college in Olds, Alberta, focused on agriculture, horticulture, animal health, land and environment, and business
Intakes
Fall for most programmes; some start in Winter or Spring
International tuition
CA$8,449.95 per term for most programmes (2026-27)
Application fee
CA$90, non-refundable
Tuition deposit
CA$5,000 to reserve a seat
Awards
475 scholarships, bursaries and prizes worth over CA$1,500,000 a year (awards page)

Rankings

    Popular courses with Indian students

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    Fees for international students

    Course fees
    CourseDurationFee / year (CAD)Approx. in rupees
    Bachelor of Digital Agriculture4 years, with a 4-month internshipC$16,900≈ ₹11.3 lakh
    Precision Agriculture - Techgronomy Diploma2 years, with a 4-month paid internshipC$16,900≈ ₹11.3 lakh
    Agricultural Management Diploma2 yearsC$16,900≈ ₹11.3 lakh
    Bachelor of Applied Science - Agribusiness16 months after a diploma (8 months on campus, then 8-month paid field study)C$16,900≈ ₹11.3 lakh
    Information Technology Diploma2 years (delivered with Concordia University of Edmonton)C$17,500≈ ₹11.7 lakh
    Business Management Diploma - General Management Major2 yearsC$16,900≈ ₹11.3 lakh
    Post-Diploma Certificate in Business - Supply Chain Management1 year (needs a diploma or degree; taught at Concordia University of Edmonton)C$17,200≈ ₹11.5 lakh
    Environmental Science & Technology Diploma2 yearsC$16,900≈ ₹11.3 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.

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    Scholarships

      Admission requirements

      Undergraduate

      • Senior secondary (Class 12) completion, matched to Alberta course requirements such as English Language Arts 30-1, Math 20 or 30, and sciences. Olds uses a provincial equivalency chart for out-of-province results.
      • Bachelor of Digital Agriculture needs a 65% admission average with 60% in English, Math 30 and a Grade 12 science. Veterinary Technology is competitive: offers typically go to averages of 80% or higher, plus 40 hours of job shadowing.

      Postgraduate

      • Olds does not offer master's degrees. The BASc Agribusiness and post-diploma certificates need a two-year diploma or degree with a 2.5 GPA.

      Documents

      • Passport information page
      • Certified official Class 10 and Class 12 transcripts, in a sealed envelope
      • Post-secondary transcripts, if any
      • English test result dated within two years
      • Alberta Student Number (ASN)
      • CA$90 application fee; CA$5,000 deposit after an offer

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      English language requirements

      English requirements
      Test or routeTypical requirement
      IELTS Academic6.0 or higher in each band.
      PTE Academic55, with no skill below 55.
      Duolingo English Test110.
      CAEL Online and Oxford ELLTCAEL 60 overall (no band below 50); Oxford ELLT 6 overall (no band below 5).
      Study in EnglishAt least three years of academic study taught entirely in English meets the requirement. Olds does not mention a specific Class 12 English waiver.

      Accommodation and living costs

      Olds has two residences on campus: Centennial Village (apartment style, with a required meal plan) and College Court Townhouses (full kitchens). Utilities and internet are included. The housing page does not list room rates; they are in the fee schedule.

      Accommodation and living costs
      ItemIn CADApprox. in rupees
      Residence application feeNon-refundableC$100one-off≈ ₹6,700
      Residence security depositRefundable if the room is left in good conditionC$425one-off≈ ₹28,475
      Optional tenant's insuranceC$18per month≈ ₹1,206

      Campus and location

      The main campus is in the small town of Olds, Alberta, with working farm and horticulture facilities used in teaching.

      • Programmes in agriculture technology, horticulture, animal health, equine studies, land and environment, trades and business.
      • Paid internships and directed field study in several programmes.
      • Some business and IT programmes are taught at Concordia University of Edmonton.
      • International student support includes a buddy programme, orientation, immigration advising and tutoring.

      Careers and graduate outcomes

      Many Olds programmes build in paid work terms with industry. Olds does not publish graduate employment figures on the pages we opened. For work rights, see our Canada guide.

      Graduate outcomes
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      FAQs

      How much does Olds College cost for international students?

      Most programmes charge CA$8,449.95 per term in 2026-27, about CA$16,900 for a Fall and Winter year, plus college fees and health insurance.

      What IELTS score does Olds College need?

      IELTS Academic 6.0 in each band. PTE 55, Duolingo 110 and CAEL 60 are also accepted.

      Can international students get scholarships?

      Olds says its awards are open to out-of-province and international students too, but does not list which ones. Apply through the Olds awards portal by the deadline.

      When do programmes start?

      Most start in the Fall. Veterinary Technology starts in Fall, Winter and Spring, and the Supply Chain Management certificate in Winter.

      Sources

      1. Olds College: international admissions (opens in a new tab)
      2. Olds College: English language proficiency (opens in a new tab)
      3. Olds College: tuition, fees and payments (opens in a new tab)
      4. Olds College: 2026-27 programme dates and fee schedule (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
      5. Olds College: Bachelor of Digital Agriculture (opens in a new tab)
      6. Olds College: Veterinary Technology Diploma (opens in a new tab)
      7. Olds College: campus housing (opens in a new tab)
      8. Olds College: scholarships and awards (opens in a new tab)

      Official website: www.oldscollege.ca (opens in a new tab)

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