NorQuest College is a public college in downtown Edmonton, known for health programmes, business, community studies and English language training. It serves many newcomers to Canada, so international students find a very diverse and supportive environment. The Singhmar Centre for Learning is a modern building on the LRT line.
Edmonton, Canada
Official website: norquest.ca
Public comprehensive college in Alberta
Downtown Edmonton
Edmonton plus regional sites such as Wetaskiwin
CA$14,000 – CA$18,000
International students, diplomas and certificates
CA$13,000 – CA$16,000
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 norquest.ca before you apply.
Practical Nurse Diploma
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
Business Administration Diploma
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Health Care Aide Certificate
DiplomaDuration
6 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Supply Chain Management Post-Diploma Certificate
Postgraduate CertificateDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 86
Health programmes that feed Alberta's hospitals.
A modern downtown campus on the LRT.
Strong support for newcomers and English learners.
Graduates work in health, business and community services in Alberta.
Eligible graduates can apply for a post-graduation work permit; check field-of-study rules.
Alberta's nominee programme supports graduates who stay.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
Rolling
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
Rolling
The downtown campus sits beside Rogers Place and the LRT.
Edmonton has no provincial sales tax, cold winters and reasonable rent.
Letter of acceptance from NorQuest 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
NorQuest accepts applications on a rolling basis, but health programmes fill early. Apply eight months ahead.
Most programmes start in September and January.
A Canadian study permit. Start with the letter of acceptance from NorQuest College and, where required, the provincial attestation letter, then apply to IRCC online. Allow a few months, as processing times vary by country.
Practical nursing, business administration, health care aide and supply chain management are popular. Entry needs high school or a diploma and IELTS 6.0-6.5.
NorQuest offers some awards for international students. Check the awards page.
