About the university
Suncrest College is a public regional college in Saskatchewan, formed in 2023 when Cumberland College and Parkland College merged. It has 11 campuses, including Yorkton and Melfort, and more than 4,500 learners. Most of its certificates are brokered through Saskatchewan Polytechnic, which issues the credential.
International students can choose from a short list of one-year (or shorter) certificates in business, health care and trades, such as the Business Certificate, Continuing Care Assistant and equipment technician programmes in Yorkton. Classes are small (12 to 24 seats), and the college has no residence, so students rent privately in small towns. Practical Nursing has an international application route but no published international fee, so it is not listed below.
- Founded
- 2023, by merging Cumberland College and Parkland College
- Type
- Public regional college in Saskatchewan
- Learners
- More than 4,500
- Campuses
- 11; international students study in Yorkton, Melfort, Tisdale or Nipawin
- Intakes
- Mostly August/September 2027; Continuing Care Assistant in February 2027
- International application deadline
- 15 May; CAD 140 application and transcript assessment fee
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Business Certificate (Saskatchewan Polytechnic), Yorkton or Tisdale
- Fee / year
- C$19,700
- Duration
- 32 weeks; also the first year of the Business Management diploma
- Intakes
- August 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5, per the college FAQ), following Saskatchewan Polytechnic's requirements; Sask Polytech also lists TOEFL iBT 81, PTE 63 and Duolingo 105
- Undergraduate
Continuing Care Assistant (full time), Yorkton
- Fee / year
- C$20,050
- Duration
- 32 weeks (1 February to 17 December 2027), including clinical placement
- Intakes
- February 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5, per the college FAQ), following Saskatchewan Polytechnic's requirements; Sask Polytech also lists TOEFL iBT 81, PTE 63 and Duolingo 105
- Undergraduate
Heavy Equipment, Truck and Transport Technician Certificate, Yorkton
- Fee / year
- C$22,200
- Duration
- 36 weeks
- Intakes
- Fall 2027 (12 seats)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5, per the college FAQ), following Saskatchewan Polytechnic's requirements; Sask Polytech also lists TOEFL iBT 81, PTE 63 and Duolingo 105
- Undergraduate
Agricultural Equipment Technician Certificate, Yorkton
- Fee / year
- C$23,500
- Duration
- 1 year, including two weeks of dealership work experience
- Intakes
- Fall 2027 (12 seats)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5, per the college FAQ), following Saskatchewan Polytechnic's requirements; Sask Polytech also lists TOEFL iBT 81, PTE 63 and Duolingo 105
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Certificate (Saskatchewan Polytechnic), Yorkton or Tisdale | 32 weeks; also the first year of the Business Management diploma | C$19,700 | ≈ ₹13.2 lakh |
| Continuing Care Assistant (full time), Yorkton | 32 weeks (1 February to 17 December 2027), including clinical placement | C$20,050 | ≈ ₹13.4 lakh |
| Heavy Equipment, Truck and Transport Technician Certificate, Yorkton | 36 weeks | C$22,200 | ≈ ₹14.9 lakh |
| Agricultural Equipment Technician Certificate, Yorkton | 1 year, including two weeks of dealership work experience | 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 Suncrest College with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Business Certificate and Continuing Care Assistant: Grade 12 (Class 12). Care assistants must be 18 by 31 December of the admission year and complete immunisation, first aid and police checks before placements.
- Equipment technician certificates: Grade 11 with a Grade 11 maths course.
- Apply through saskcolleges.ca by 15 May. A deposit of 50% of first-year tuition is due within 30 days of the offer letter; if the study permit is refused it is refunded minus a CAD 500 administrative fee.
Postgraduate
- Suncrest College does not currently list postgraduate programmes for international students.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 (or Class 11) mark sheets
- English test score sent directly by the testing agency
- CAD 140 application and transcript assessment fee
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; the college FAQ says no band below 5.5 (Saskatchewan Polytechnic's listed minimum band is 5.0) |
| TOEFL iBT | 81 with no section below 19 (Saskatchewan Polytechnic programmes) |
| PTE Academic | 63 with no part below 50 (Saskatchewan Polytechnic programmes) |
| Duolingo English Test | 105 (Saskatchewan Polytechnic programmes) |
Accommodation and living costs
Suncrest College has no student residence information or rent figures on its housing page. It lists local landlords and housing authorities in Melfort, Nipawin and Tisdale and suggests arriving about two weeks before classes to find a place.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
Suncrest College has 11 campuses in Saskatchewan; international students study in Yorkton, Melfort, Tisdale or Nipawin.
- Yorkton's Trades & Technology Centre hosts the equipment technician and power engineering programmes.
- Programmes are delivered with Saskatchewan Polytechnic, which awards the certificates.
- Small class sizes, from 12 to 24 seats per intake.
- International tuition can be paid through Flywire.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Programmes are short and job-focused, in business, health care and trades. Check whether your chosen certificate meets PGWP rules before you apply; see our Canada guide for work rights.
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FAQs
What does Suncrest College cost for international students?
International tuition is CAD 19,700 for the Business Certificate, CAD 20,050 for Continuing Care Assistant, CAD 22,200 for Heavy Equipment, Truck and Transport Technician and CAD 23,500 for Agricultural Equipment Technician (each for the whole programme).
What is the application deadline?
15 May for international students. Applications are not deferred to the next year.
Does Suncrest have student housing?
No residence is listed. Students rent privately; the college lists local landlords and housing authorities.
Sources
- Suncrest College: home page (opens in a new tab)
- Suncrest College: About us (opens in a new tab)
- Suncrest College: International students (opens in a new tab)
- Suncrest College: Language proficiency requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Suncrest College: International tuition and refund policy (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Suncrest College: Business Certificate (opens in a new tab)
- Suncrest College: Agricultural Equipment Technician (opens in a new tab)
- Suncrest College: Housing and accommodations (opens in a new tab)
Official website: suncrestcollege.ca (opens in a new tab)
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