Keyano College is a public college in Fort McMurray, in northern Alberta's oil sands region. It's known for trades, heavy equipment and power engineering, and also offers business, nursing and university transfer. Wages in the region are high, and the college has close ties to energy employers.
Fort McMurray, Canada
Official website: keyano.ca
Public comprehensive college in Alberta
Fort McMurray, oil sands region
Heavy equipment and power engineering training
CA$14,000 – CA$18,000
International students, diploma and certificate programmes
CA$13,000 – CA$17,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on keyano.ca before you apply.
Power Engineering Diploma
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Business Administration Diploma
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Practical Nurse Diploma
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
Heavy Equipment Technician Certificate
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Training linked to oil sands operators.
Power engineering and heavy equipment programmes.
High regional wages.
Graduates join Suncor, Syncrude and contractors in the oil sands.
Eligible graduates can apply for a post-graduation work permit; check field-of-study rules.
Alberta's nominee programme has rural streams.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Limited programmes
Postgrad
No PG intake
The Clearwater campus is near downtown by the river, with residence and trades shops.
Fort McMurray is a remote northern city with high wages, long winters and a young population.
Letter of acceptance from Keyano College
Alberta provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
Keyano accepts applications on a rolling basis. Apply six months ahead.
Most programmes start in September, with some in January.
You'll need a study permit. Keyano College sends a letter of acceptance, and most students also need a provincial attestation letter. The permit application goes online to IRCC with proof of funds and biometrics.
Power engineering, business administration, practical nursing and heavy equipment technician are popular. Entry needs high school completion and IELTS 6.0-6.5.
Keyano and local industry offer some awards. Check the college's awards page.
