Ridge Meadows College is not currently on the government list of Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) and as a result the college does not currently accept international students for programs, or periods of study of more than 6-months in length. Basic guidelines for study permit requirements can be viewed on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) official site here: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/temporary-residents/study-permits/who-needs-study-permit.html
If you are an international student, the college encourages you to confirm your ability to study at Ridge Meadows College with IRCC as they may change study requirements without notice. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they are meeting all IRCC requirements when attending school in Canada.
As of May, 2025, international students may typically attend the following programs at Ridge Meadows College:
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- Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECE-A). Students may NOT attend certificate, diploma or post-basic programs.
- Administrative Office Specialist (AOS)
- Bookkeeping Professional (BKP)
- Community Support Worker: Basic (CSW-B). Students may NOT attend full certificate program.
- Building Service Worker (BSW)
- Digital Marketing (DM)
- Entrepreneurship (ENT)
- Executive Assistant (EXEC)
- Medical Booking Clerk (MBC)
- Medical Scheduling Clerk (MSC)
International students at Ridge Meadows College pay a tuition fee that is different than domestic students. Standard international fees are:
- 1 credit course: $332
- 1.5 credit course: $498
- 2 credit course: $664
- 3 credit course: $996
0 credit courses like “First Aid” or “WHMIS” are charged at the domestic tuition rate.
Some programs such as the BSW may have specialized international fees noted on the program page.