Red River College is one of the topmost applied learning and research institutions in Western Canada that welcomes around 22,000 students every year. With 24% of international students from over 60 countries, the college campuses are culturally diverse and enable students to develop valuable intercultural skills. The college offers more than 200 full-time and part-time Certificates, diplomas, Advanced Diploma, and Degree courses. Areas of study available are Health Sciences, Business, Intensive English, Hospitality, Skilled Trades, Creative Arts, Community Service and Transportation Technology.

For admission to Red River College, students must have an equivalent of Manitoba Grade 12 or post secondary Education and meet the ELP requirements. In case of few other specific Programs, students may need to meet other admission related requirements such as submission of portfolio and resume. To apply, students must create a RRC account and sign in to the same. Along with Application, Students must pay a 120 CAD as application fee. Prospective candidates must remember to apply as early as possible before the deadline as applications are processed on a first come first serve basis.

The programs offered at Red River College combine classroom and experiential learning through apprenticeship, industry placements, and paid work terms which will help students to meet changing industry demands successfully and become leaders in their fields. Owing to the college’s industry-relevant programs, around 95% of students are employed after graduation with an average salary ranging between CAD 24,960 - 90,000. Red River College invites applications in Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer season.

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Red River College Admission Deadlines

Most of the programs in Red River college does not have an application deadline. Students are accepted based on First qualified, first-serve basis. It is recommended to apply at least 6 months before the start of the desired academic program.

Red River College Application Process

In order to apply for admission to Red River College, these steps are to be followed:

• Submit the completed application
• Selected applicants will receive Offer mail from the college
• Pay a deposit fee of 1100 CAD within 14 days of the issuance of the offer. Payments can be made via online banking, master card, visa cards or by wire transfer.
• Official Academic transcripts
  • Documents should be in PDF format and should not exceed 5 MB.
  • All supporting documents should be in English or French or should have English translations attached.
  • Failing to do so can result in delay or even rejection of the application.
  • High-quality images of the official documents should be submitted.
  • Attested, notarized, and certified documents are not accepted.
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Immigration document, if available at the time of application
  • Name change document, if applicable

• All applicants are advised to create an online account with the Red River College portal.
• It is recommended to apply at least 6 months before the start of the program.
• Applicants can satisfy the Language Proficiency Assessment either by achieving a minimum required score on a recognized English Proficiency test or by taking Red River college’s Intensive English for International Students Program (IEIS).
• Applicants who have not satisfied the minimum scores in the Proficiency Test should also take the IEIS program. The duration of the course is unique for each applicant.
• Applicants should apply for their study permits after receiving the letter of acceptance from college.

Red River College Diploma Admissions

Red River College has almost 1400 international students coming from 60 countries. The college offers over 60 diploma programs to international students.

Application Portal - Apply RRC

Application Fee - 120 CAD

Admission requirements -

Course Specific Entry Requirements for some of the popular undergraduate courses at Red River College is as follows:

Additional requirements -

International Business - Submit a resume.

Some Creative Arts programs - Portfolio (not mandatory at time of application, but required as part of the acceptance process) and participation in a mandatory orientation.

Health Care Aid - Provide proof of current and completed immunizations and testing

Note - Additional requirements vary based on the program chosen

English Proficiency Test Score Requirements

Red River college accepts IELTS Academic, TOEFL and CanTest scores as proofs of English proficiency.

The following table lists the minimum scores required:

Applicants who have not taken any of the above proficiency tests or have scores below the minimum required scores should take the Intensive English for International Students program along with their academic program. The Intensive English program is generally a 4-month long course. However, the course and its duration are unique for each applicant.

Applicant will be placed in the level that best suits his/ her proficiency level. The following table represents a brief idea on levels of study of the IEIS program.

Applicants who have not taken any of the proficiency exams will be required to attend an English proficiency test upon arrival at College. The applicant will be placed in the appropriate course level based on the score.

Visa Process for International Students

Applicants should apply for the Study permit immediately after the Letter of Acceptance is issued from the college.

To receive the Letter of Acceptance:

On receiving the study permit, the same should be uploaded in the applicant’s online account to notify the College. Notification will be due 30 days prior to the start of the program.

Red River College PG Diploma Admissions

Application Portal: RRS Application portal

Application fee: 120 CAD

The college offers advanced diploma and  in the field of International Business, Technology Management, Library & Information Technology, Information Security, Computer Graphic and Communication Desing.

An applicant can enrol in Advanced diploma courses after completing a degree/diploma or Grade 12. The requirements for every course vary. Given below are the specific requirements of some popular Advance Diploma Program.

The application will be assessed to determine if the applicant meet the program’s admission requirements. If the applicant is successful in fulfiilling the requirements, and space is available, an Offer Email will be issued. The email will provide with information regarding the program the applicant have applied for, including the Intensive English for International Students program, if applicable.