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Red Deer College

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VerifiedPublicEstd. 1964
Founded
1964
Type
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About Red Deer College

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Red Deer College is a public community college, located in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. The college offers a variety diploma, certificate, advance diploma, advanced certificate, applied degrees, academic upgrading, University transfer programs and apprenticeship in more than 100 different career and academic-related programs.

The College has its affiliations with ACCC, CCAA, AACTI, ACAC and CBIE. Red Deer College is also accredited to the RDC Pharmacy Technician program which holds a National Accreditation Red Deer.

Red Deer College has a total enrollment of 7,500 full and part-time students. Most of the classes at the university have classes with numbers less than 40. Around 2300 students are enrolled in University programs at Red Deer College. The university had offered more than $1,00,000 in student scholarships and bursaries.

Highlights

Type of College Public
Year of Establishment 1964
Campus Setting Urban
Total Enrollment More than 7500
Application Fee (International Students) CAD 200
Tuition Fee (International student) CAD 8000-CAD 12000
Financial Aid Available 
Student-Housing Available
Language of Instruction English
Intake Season Spring and Winter
Test Scores Accepted TOEFL,IELTS,MELAB,CAEL or PTE
University Website www.rdc.ad.ca/

Red Deer College Rankings

  • Ranked 6084 in Excellence Rankings in 2023.
  • Ranked 10 in Top 10 Colleges in Alberta by Collegebasic in 2023.
  • Ranked 8 in Alberta’s Best Colleges and Universities by Atleta.ca in 2023.

Red Deer College Campus

Red Deer College has two campuses - the main campus and a downtown campus. Both the campuses of Red Deer College are located in Red Deer- Alberta’s third largest city. Spread across a total of 290 acres the university campus offers a picturesque ambiance to learn, live and experience.

There is a dynamic Performing Arts Facilities where students can enhance and perfect their creativity and also participate in different competitions. The Alternative Energy Lab was set up to create opportunities for Alternative Energy Education and Research. Thousands of studying at Red Deer College will benefit from it. Students studying in the fields of Engineering Technologies, Electrician, Instrumentation and Color Technician, Carpenter will also benefit from this lab.

Programs Offered at Red Deer College

Red Deer College offers range of programs at various levels of study. The length of each of the programs offered by Red Deer College differs and varies depending on the area of study from several months to four years. Some of the popular programs chosen by international students are mentioned below:

  • Administrative Professional Certificate
  • Business Administration Diploma
  • Legal Assistant Diploma
  • Early Learning and Child Care Certificate
  • Early Learning and Child Care Diploma

Residence/Student Housing Facilities at Red Deer College

Red Deer College offers on-campus housing to its students. The college offers several options for students to choose from which are mentioned below:

Residence Type $ Term Rent (Per Student) Layout Ideal For
Four Bedroom Towers $2,240 Apartment Style for four students with kitchen, living room and separate bedrooms.  Students looking for residence with smaller budgets. 
Four Bedroom Clusters $2,560 Two storey, townhouse style for 4 students with kitchen. living room, separate bedrooms. Students looking for mid-priced residence with storage space.
Four Bedroom Block $2,760  Split level - Townhouse style with living room, kitchen, separate bedroom and two washrooms. Students who want to give a community feel to their college experience.
Two Bedroom Cluster $2,800 Townhouse Style for 2 students with kitchen, living room, separate bedrooms and 1 washroom. Students who prefer privacy and quite area.
Bachelor Unit $2,880 Townhouse Style, self contained unit with small kitchen, washroom, living room and bedroom. Students who prefer privacy.
Studio Suited $3,180 (standard) - $3,340 (premium) Located in the New Residence Building with studio suite style units. Every bedroom has a separate kitchen and bedroom. Students who want comfort in single accommodations.
Two Bedroom-Barrier Free $2,800 Large area for two students sharing kitchen, washroom and living area. Access to a wheelchair as well.  For students with mobility impairment and accessibility needs.
Studio-Suite Barrier Free $3100 Wheelchair accessible studio type for single student with all basic needs For students with mobility impairment looking for single accommodation.

The residence halls are near to the university campus and thus students can visit the library, athletic ground at any time of the day. The residence halls have resident attendants who provide counseling, regarding career, academics and non-academic issues faced by students. The residence halls accommodate nearly 600 post-secondary students studying at Red Deer College.

Red Deer College Admission Process

The university offers various programs for international students. Students who want to seek admissions at Red Deer College can follow the below-mentioned application process:

How to Apply: Students can apply via the online application form at the official website of Red Deer College.

Application Fee: Students need to submit a non-refundable application fee of $200 CAD. If the application fee is not paid then the application will not be processed.

Application Deadline: Since processing of the application for international applications takes time, thus students are advised to begin applying to the university at least four to six months prior to the term of application. Applications will not be accepted after 90 days prior to the commencement of the program.

Term Application Deadline Document Deadline
Fall June 15 July 15
Winter September 15 December 1
Spring January 31 March 31
Summer March 30 May 31

Basic Admission Requirements:

  • Secondary School Transcripts
  • Post-secondary school transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Valid/Study permit

English Proficiency Requirements

International students who want to study in Canada need to submit the scores of TOEFL or IELTS as proof of English proficiency. The required minimum scores of TOEFL or IELTS to be eligible to seek admissions at Red Deer College is mentioned-below:

English Proficiency Exam Required Minimum Score
TOEFL  83 
IELTS 6.5
CAEL 60
MELAB 77
PTE 59
Duolingo English Test 115

Students can apply for the university for January 2021 for Winter Take. For students, whose high school grades are late can inform their situation to the university and each case will be reviewed individually. In any case, English Proficiency requirements are a must for international students to meet. The college is currently processing applications but may take time for the communication due to Covid. Students who want to contact the admission office can email at [email protected].

Red Deer College Cost of Attendance

The tuition fee for international students enrolling at the university is $1,400. The tuition fee has to be paid to confirm the registration in the program at Red Deer College. Students need to make sure to pay the tuition fee between June 23 to August 14 for the Fall Term. The university accepts partial payment only if the whole tuition fee is submitted by the Fall Term deadline.

Tuition Fee can be paid via the Loop Account Online, Online Banking, or Interac e-transfer. The fee payment deadline for various terms are tabulated below:

Term Study-period Tuition and Fee Payment Deadline
Summer 2023 July - August 2023 July 2, 2023
Fall 2023 September - December 2023 August 14, 2023
Winter 2023 January - April 2023 January 4, 2024
Spring 2023 May - June 2023 May 3, 2023

Scholarships and Financial Aid for International Students

Red Deer College offers several scholarships for international students to study in Canada and people at various levels connected to the college. Of all these awards students are eligible for few of the scholarships which are mentioned below:

  • Entrance Awards and Scholarships: Students who have joined the college in the first year or students enrolled in the university who are changing program and will be considered as a first year student. Students can apply via the General Awards Application by May 31, 2021 for this scholarship.
  • Students who are currently studying in high school and plan to attend Red Deer College next year can apply for the Building Excellence Award and avail upto 85% tuition fee waiver. To apply students need to submit a transcript with detailed academic report for availing the scholarship
  • Current Student Awards Scholarship: Current Students who are enrolled in credit programming are eligible for this scholarship. Students need to fill the General Awards Application in the Loop Account by May 31, 2021.
  • School of Continuing Education Awards and Scholarships: Students who are enrolled in School of Continuing Education Pre-Employment trades program or enrolled in non-credit programming offered by School of Continuing Education are eligible for this scholarship. Students can apply via the online application by May 31, 2021.
  • Athletic Scholarships: This award is for students who are student-athletes and are a part of Red Deer College Athletics Team. The award may be a monetary sum or a recruitment offer. The maximum amount of Athletic Scholarships will be the total tuition fee and compulsory fees for the academic year. Students can apply for Athletic Scholarships via the Student Connect Center.

Red Deer College Alumni Network

Red Deer College has a wide network of Alumni who are working in reputable positions. The college has its RDC Alumni Association. Ex-students can update their information on their own on the alumni page of the university. The university hosts several events for the Alumni like Fine Wine and Food Tasting and Take A Seat. Red Deer College offers several benefits to its alumni which are mentioned-below:

  • TD Insurance: Ex-students can avail TD Insurance which provides group home and auto insurance. As an ex-student of Red Deer College students can get benefits like preferred group rates, enhanced coverage, and flexible limits.
  • Library Membership: Ex-students can have Alumni Library Membership and have access to many resources which were available to you while you were a student of the college.
  • Test Center Service: Students can write any exam at the test center and avail $10 discount while the amount for non-alumni students is $65.
  • Fitness Classes: Ex-students or alumni of Red Deer College can have access to fitness classes available to the regular students on campus.

Red Deer College Students Placements

Red Deer College offers placement assistance to its students. From resume creation to training students for interviews. The college helps students to find their dream job and updates them with new job postings and vacancies in and around Canada.

Courses & Fees

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Overview
Degree TypeBachelor
Duration4 years
Study ModeFull Time
LanguageEnglish
Fees
Tuition FeeINR 8.4 L/Yr
Native FeeCAD 12,341 /Yr
Fee trendTuition progression
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Admission Guide

Admission Process

Red Deer College is located in Canada. It was established in the year 1964. In the last intake season of 2022, Red Deer College hosted 7500 students comprising part-time and full- time courses. The integrated learning experience in the college provides Applied degrees, Diplomas, Postgraduate Certificate Programs, Apprenticeships, and University Transfer Programs. The intake capacity is 40 students in each class.

Red Deer College conducts 20,000 community learning programs, workshops, seminars, and symposiums for students. The college is a renowened name for higher education in Canada that runs more than 100 programs in Art, Science, Humanities, and Business management.

  • Due to COVID 19 pandemic; IELTS score can be uploaded online and given relaxation since personal testing is impossible for Red Deer College Admissions 2023-24
  • Unofficial documents like photocopies of transcripts, certificates, emails, and fax will be considered for temporary/ conditional admission
  • Scholarship amount delivered for the students in a year 1,000,000 CAD

Highlights

Application Portal Online
Application Fee 200 CAD
Mode of Payment Cheque/ Debit or Credit card/ visa/ Master card/ American Express
Academic Calendar Semester – based
Intake seasons Fall, Winter, Spring,
Financial Aid Awards, Scholarships, Grants
Tuition Deposit Fee 1400 CAD
Average SAT Score Not applicable
ACT Score Not applicable
English Language Proficiency TOEFL/ IELTS/
Admission Help Desk [email protected]

Red Deer College Admission Deadlines

RDC invites application around the globe in four sessions. International students may apply to the program of their choice in any of the session. Students must note that all the programs don’t offer intake in all the 4 sessions.

Intake Season Deadline Document Submission Deadline
Fall June 15 July 15
Winter October 15 December 1
Spring January 31 March 31
Summer March 30 -

Red Deer College International Student Admissions

The admission process for international students must be done prior to 6 months or at least 90 days since it takes time for verification and other procedures. Applicants who apply after 90 days of the mentioned deadlines are not usually appreciated. Red Deer College will not evaluate the application for the next intake season, students must be cautious to apply a new one with updated documents in case of rejection.

Application portal: Online

Application fee: 200 CAD

Academic Requirements:

  • A completed online application form
  • English Language proficiency proof
  • Secondary school transcript
  • Post-secondary school transcript ( if applicable)
  • Valid passport
  • Transcripts must be in English and should send directly to the Registrar office from the issuing institution

Country specific requirements

Country Undergraduate Admission requirements
India All India Senior Secondary Certificate/ Higher Secondary School Certificate/ India School Certificate/ Delhi Senior School Certificate/ Any Form XII Exam Certificate
Bangladesh Higher Secondary Certificate
Pakistan Higher Secondary Certificate
Sri Lanka General Certificate of Education Advanced Level General Certificate of Education Advanced Subsidiary Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education

All the mentioned above materials should send directly to the following address

Red Deer College
Office of the Registrar
Box 5005
100 College Boulevard
Red Deer, AB T4N 5H5
Canada

English Language Proficiency Test Score for International Students

The following are the minimum English proficiency test scores required.

Test Minimum scores required
TOEFL (IBT) 100
IELTS 7.5
PTE 76

Visa Process for International Students

Students from India, China, Morocco, Pakistan, Philippines, and Vietnam can apply for student Visa faster through Student Direct Stream and get exempted from long procedures

Canada will permit applicants to stay 90 days after completion of your course. Meanwhile, you can extend the visa as per requirements.

  • Proof of application accepted document from the institution
  • Bank statement showing financial ability to pay tuition fee, living expenses and return travel options
  • Police certificate showing no criminal records (if required)
  • Online application fee (CAD)
  • Medical fitness certificate (biometrics)
  • Declaration proof depicting that you will leave after the expiry of study permit visa
  • Identity proof (passport)
  • Two passport size photos
  • Letter of explanation detailing why the applicant wishes to study in Canada and you are aware of student responsibilities and guidelines in Canada

Red Deer College Undergraduate Admissions

Before taking admission at the Red Deer College a student must know some of the requirements that are given below.

Application portal: Online

Application fee: 200 CAD

Academic Requirements:

  • Requirements for each program is different and decided by the Academic council
  • Courses are categorized into four different groups.
  • International Applicants for Red Deer College Admissions are graded based on out of province equivalency chart in Canada for admission purposes only. This varies in provinces and programs
  • Applicants should submit official transcripts of secondary certificate and mark sheets in English itself along with English language proficiency proof
  • Applicants must score above 50% of marks in the previous examination
  • In case if college request a hard copy of any document (country /course-specific) prior to admission mail them in the below-shown address

Red Deer College
Office of the Registrar
Box 5005
100 College Boulevard
Red Deer, AB T4N 5H5
Canada

Red Deer College Diploma & Graduate Certificate Admissions

Red Deer College delivers RDC Certificates, Diplomas, and Graduate Certificate courses. If you apply for an online batch make sure you have a personal computer or laptop. As part of the admission process, there will be police inform checks to enquire about the criminal background of the applicant. Applicants must score 65% or above in their previous courses. Appearing for the GMAT or the GRE test scores is optional

Requirements Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Diploma Administrative Professional Certificate Electrical Engineering Technology, Diploma Health Care Management, Post Diploma Human Resource Management, Graduate Certificate
Duration 2 years 1year 2 years 16 months 16 months
Application Fee (CAD) 200 200 200 200 200
ELP Score Required Required Required Required Required
GPA Score 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
GMAT/GRE Required Required Required Required Required
ELA Score 50% in 30-1 / 65% in 30-2 50% in 30-1 / 65% in 30-2 50% in 30-1 / 65% in 30-2 50% in 30-1 / 65% in 30-2 50% in 30-1 / 65% in 30-2
Prior learning experience Not specified Required Not specified Required Not specified

Among Graduates at Red Deer College; 96% of them are satisfied with quality education provided by the College and 92% got placement within 6 months of Graduation. After the application process and Verification University will notify the applicants about admission and then you can apply for the Visa process. International applicants should be cautious about proper documents and certification process

FAQs

Ques. How can I check application status at Red Deer College?

Ans. Admission council notifies all updates on their page. In case of any requirements, the panel will contact individually. If your documents are incomplete, the application will be rejected.

Ques. Red Deer College Certificate programs online available?

Ans. Yes. They host online certificate programs in management, leadership, and other areas.

Ques. Can I extend my study permit visa after the expiry date at Red Deer College?

Ans. Yes. You should apply within 90 days after course completion for work or any purposes

Ques. Is the SAT / ACT Score needed for admission at Red Deer College?

Ans. Red Deer College does not require ACT/ SAT test score

Ques. In how many days Red Deer College process International applications?

Ans. After receiving the complete applications it takes about 10-12 business days.

Ques. Is it possible to defer my admission for different term at Red Deer College?

Ans. If you are unable to attend the college, you can request the deferral for same academic year, not to different academic year. Email your request at [email protected] for the same.

Ques. If I want to change the program that I applied for at Red Deer College, do I need to submit new application?

Ans. In such case, you need to raise your request via email to [email protected]

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Contact Information

100 College Blvd, Red Deer, AB T4N 5H5

+1-403-342-3300

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