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Associate degree, Education. Northern Lights College - Fort St. John, Fort St. John, British Columbia, Canada.
Associate of Arts - Education is a associate degree program in education at Northern Lights College - Fort St. John, a public institution in Fort St. John, British Columbia, Canada, founded in 1975.
First-year tuition is listed at 11,966 CAD and the application fee at 100 CAD. The earliest intake currently open is May 2027.
Applications to Northern Lights College - Fort St. John typically receive a decision in 12 days and 20 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 35,514 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 | 11,966 CAD |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 23,448 CAD |
| Application fee (one time) | 100 CAD |
| Estimated first-year total | 35,514 CAD |
Our directory lists 4 associate degree programs in education at 4 schools in Canada. Their median first-year tuition is 20,472 CAD, and the middle half cost between 11,966 CAD and 20,472 CAD.
At 11,966 CAD, Associate of Arts - Education is 42% below the median, in the most affordable quarter. The full range runs from 11,966 CAD to 20,472 CAD.
If budget matters, these associate degree programs in education have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Canada.
| Program | School | Tuition (1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| Associate of Arts - Education | Northern Lights College - Dawson Creek, Dawson Creek | 11,966 CAD |
| Associate of Arts - Future Teachers | Douglas College - Coquitlam, Coquitlam | 20,472 CAD |
| Associate of Arts - Future Teachers | Douglas College - New Westminster, New Westminster | 20,472 CAD |
Working back from a May 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 |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| September 2026 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| November 2026 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| January 2027 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| April 2027 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
Northern Lights College - Fort St. John sets the exact entry requirements for Associate of Arts - Education. For a associate degree, applicants usually need the following.
Most institutions accept IELTS Academic, TOEFL, PTE Academic or similar tests. Each institution sets its own minimum scores, so read the programme page rather than relying on a general figure.
Students from India need a Study permit to study in Canada. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) decides the application.
Canada admits international students to designated learning institutions (DLIs) on a study permit. The admission, the funds and the permit application all have to line up, and several rules have changed in recent years, so check each step against IRCC before you pay anything.
Graduates of eligible programmes at eligible institutions may apply for a post-graduation work permit. Eligibility depends on the institution, programme and field of study, and the rules have been changing, so check the current IRCC conditions before choosing a course on that basis.
First-year tuition is listed at 11,966 CAD. Living costs are extra; Northern Lights College - Fort St. John 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 May 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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