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Associate degree, General studies. Briercrest College and Seminary, Caronport, Saskatchewan, Canada.
Associate of Arts - Experiential Ministry is a associate degree program in general studies at Briercrest College and Seminary, a private institution in Caronport, Saskatchewan, Canada, founded in 1946.
First-year tuition is listed at 18,900 CAD and the application fee at 100 CAD. The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027.
Plan for about 42,448 CAD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Plan for first-year tuition, living costs at the level IRCC sets, and travel. Tuition varies widely between universities, colleges and provinces. IRCC revises the living-cost figure from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the official study permit page.
Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.
| Item | Amount (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition, first year | 18,900 CAD |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 23,448 CAD |
| Application fee (one time) | 100 CAD |
| Estimated first-year total | 42,448 CAD |
Our directory lists 67 associate degree programs in general studies at 28 schools in Canada. Their median first-year tuition is 20,010 CAD, and the middle half cost between 18,300 CAD and 21,793 CAD.
At 18,900 CAD, Associate of Arts - Experiential Ministry is 6% below the median, in the middle of the range. The full range runs from 10,985 CAD to 24,963 CAD.
If budget matters, these associate degree programs in general studies have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Canada.
| Program | School | Tuition (1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| Associate of Science | Northern Lights College - Fort St. John, Fort St. John | 10,985 CAD |
| Associate of Arts | Northern Lights College - Dawson Creek, Dawson Creek | 11,580 CAD |
| Associate Certificate - Video Production and Editing (Flexible Credential) | British Columbia Institute of Technology - Burnaby (BCIT), Burnaby | 13,964 CAD |
| Associate Certificate - Video Production and Editing (Flexible Credential) | British Columbia Institute of Technology - Downtown (BCIT), Vancouver | 13,964 CAD |
| Associate of Science - Biochemistry | Selkirk College - Castlegar, Castlegar | 14,369 CAD |
| Associate of Arts | Coquitlam College, Vancouver | 14,640 CAD |
Working back from a Sept 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September is the main intake. Many institutions also admit in January and May. Applications usually open several months ahead and some programmes close early.
| By | Step |
|---|---|
| November 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| January 2027 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| March 2027 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| May 2027 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| August 2027 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
Briercrest College and Seminary sets the exact entry requirements for Associate of Arts - Experiential Ministry. For a associate degree, applicants usually need the following.
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First-year tuition is listed at 18,900 CAD. Living costs are extra; Briercrest College and Seminary estimates 23,448 CAD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
The application fee is 100 CAD. It is paid once per application and is not refunded after the school receives the application.
The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.
It is listed as a associate degree. The school awards the degree on completion.
You need a Study permit, decided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.
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