Selkirk College is a public college in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia, with its main campus in Castlegar and others in Nelson and Trail. It's known for its aviation programme, forestry and natural resources, digital media, hospitality and health. The mountain setting is spectacular, and classes are small.
Castlegar, Canada
Official website: selkirk.ca
Public college in British Columbia
Castlegar, Nelson and Trail
Professional aviation programme at the regional airport
CA$15,000 – CA$19,000
International students, diplomas and post-graduate diplomas
CA$12,000 – CA$15,000
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 selkirk.ca before you apply.
Post-Graduate Diploma in Hospitality Management
Postgraduate CertificateDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 83
Business Administration Diploma
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Integrated Environmental Planning Technology
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Digital Arts and New Media Diploma
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Mountain setting with rivers and ski hills.
Aviation and environmental programmes.
Small classes.
Graduates work in tourism, forestry and business in the Kootenays.
Eligible graduates can apply for a post-graduation work permit; check field-of-study rules.
BC's regional immigration streams suit graduates who stay.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
Rolling
Undergrad
Limited programmes
Postgrad
Rolling
The Castlegar campus sits where two rivers meet, with residence and trails.
The region's towns are small and outdoorsy, with skiing at Red Mountain and Whitewater. Rent is lower than Vancouver.
Letter of acceptance from Selkirk College
BC provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
Selkirk accepts applications on a rolling basis. Apply six months ahead.
Most programmes start in September; hospitality and business also in January.
Study permit, applied for through IRCC. You'll upload the acceptance letter from Selkirk College, an attestation letter if your programme needs one, proof you can pay tuition and living costs, and then give biometrics.
Hospitality management, business administration, environmental planning and digital arts are popular. Entry needs IELTS 6.0-6.5.
Selkirk offers some awards. Check the awards page.
