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Program, General studies. Red Deer Polytechnic, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada.
Academic Upgrading is a program program in general studies at Red Deer Polytechnic, a public institution in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada, founded in 1964.
First-year tuition is listed at 13,185 CAD and the application fee at 150 CAD. The earliest intake currently open is May 2027.
Applications to Red Deer Polytechnic typically receive a decision in 13 days and 9 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 36,783 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 | 13,185 CAD |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 23,448 CAD |
| Application fee (one time) | 150 CAD |
| Estimated first-year total | 36,783 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. |
Red Deer Polytechnic sets the exact entry requirements for Academic Upgrading. For a program, 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 13,185 CAD. Living costs are extra; Red Deer Polytechnic estimates 23,448 CAD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
The application fee is 150 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 program. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.
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.
Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Red Deer Polytechnic, then help with the visa. The first call is free.
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