Application Timelines
Applications to KPU and to particular programs will only be received within a specific interval of time prior to the start of a program intake. A person’s date of application is determined by the date that the application and accompanying application fee is received.
All dates are subject to change without notice. If an application start or close date falls on a weekend or on a holiday, the deadline will be extended to the next business day for both online and in-person applications.
Semester-Based Programs
Applications for admission or re-admission to a particular intake of a semester-based program may be submitted in accordance with the following timelines.
- Fall (September) semester application start date: November 01
- Spring (January) semester application start date: March 01
- Summer (May) semester application start date: July 01
Application closing dates for each semester are published in the online Admissions Guide at www.kwantlen.ca/admission. Applications will only be accepted after the published application closing date if it appears that the program intake will not be filled by qualified applicants who submitted an application within the published application timelines.
Applications for selective-entry programs will not be carried over from one program intake to the next. Applications from international applicants will also not be carried over from one program intake to the next. Re-applicants must be prepared to go through the full admissions review process again, even though they may have met the admission requirements at the time of the original application.
Fixed Term Programs
Application timelines for fixed term programs vary based on the start of the program intake. To inquire about program-specific deadlines, contact the Office of Admissions by e-mail at studentinfo@kwantlen.ca or by phone at 604 599 2000.
Continuous Intake Programs
Applications for continuous intake programs will be accepted throughout the year. As continuous intake programs run continuously, there is no cut-off date after which applications will no longer be received. Seats in the program will be filled from the qualified applicant list in order by date of qualification.
