How to Apply
Applying to Columbia College is simple and accessible! Follow our step-by-step guide to secure your spot and begin your academic journey in Canada.
1) Know Your Application Deadlines
Columbia College operates on a tri-semester system. Students can begin their program at the start of any semester.
SEMESTER TIME PERIOD
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Fall (September to December)
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Winter (January to April)
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Summer (May to August)
Applicants must meet Columbia College’s Academic admission requirements.
Application Deadlines
Make sure you apply before the deadline. Applying early increases your chances of securing a spot and allows more time for visa processing!
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Semester |
Deadline |
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Summer 2026 |
March 16, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | June 20, 2026 |
| Winter 2027 | Nov 13, 2026 |
Payment Deadlines
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Semester |
Deadline |
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Fall 2026 |
July 21, 2026 |
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Summer 2026 |
March 23, 2026 |
| Winter 2027 | Nov 23, 2026 |
2) Complete Your Online Application
Submit your application through our online application portal.
After successfully submitting it, you will receive an email with your login information sent to the email address provided on your application.
If you experience any issues logging in, please contact our IT Department at helpdesk@columbiacollege.ca
3) Upload your documents
Please upload clear copies of the following documents to your application portal:
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Copy of Passport
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Academic Transcripts (complete academic records)
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Proof of English Proficiency (if available)
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Copy of Study Permit (if available, for local transfer students).
When uploading your documents in our online application portal (MySIS), you may skip Proof of English Proficiency or Study Permit if you don’t have them yet. On the upload page, simply click “Skip” and then “Submit.”
The Admissions team will review the documents you submit. If your documents are complete and eligible, they will be approved.
If any documents are insufficient, they will be declined, and you will receive a notification. Please log in to your account to see the admissions notes indicating which documents need to be corrected or replaced.
4) Pay The Non-Refundable Application Fee
The application fee is $200 CAD.
You will receive an email notification once your preliminary documents have been approved and payment can be made.
*Applicants should read the College’s Refund Policy under our Academic Calendar before submitting fees,.
5) Wait For a Decision
Once the application fee has been received, the Admissions Department will review your application.
Additional documents or information may be requested by the Admissions Officer, and updates will be sent to you or your agent via email.
It typically takes up to two weeks to process a complete application. If your application is successful, you will receive an Offer of Admission and a Schedule of Fees.
Please note:
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If you have not yet submitted proof of English proficiency, please provide your results to Admissions Department. You will be notified if you meet our English requirement. Please ensure this is completed before initiating your tuition fee deposit
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If you do not have an external English test, we can arrange our internal Language and Writing Assessment (LWA).
Questions?
Our admissions team is ready to assist you at every step of the way!
Email: admissions@columbiacollege.ca
Phone: +1 604 683 8360
Don’t wait! Start your application today and take the first step towards a bright future at Columbia College!
6) Accept Your Offer
To confirm your admission, pay your full tuition fee deposit by the deadline stated in your Offer of Admission.
The deposit will be credited toward your tuition fees.
Once full payment is received, we will issue your Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
All students must have proof of English proficiency on file that meets our English requirement to receive the LOA.
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