How to Apply

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Step 1: Apply to KPU

Apply to KPU online on EducationPlannerBC

Before you submit any official documents or Entrance Package to us, you must apply to KPU first. 

Step 2: Meet Admission Requirements

Once you have applied to KPU, you will receive email instructions on how to fulfill Admission Requirements.

Meet English Proficiency Requirement: Contact KPU Admissions if you need assistance with submitting official documents. If you are an international student, email international@kpu.ca. Please do not submit proof of English proficiency to SlideRoom.

Submit Entrance Package: After applying to KPU, you will receive a link to upload your Entrance Package onto the online submission portal, SlideRoom. Please ensure you have completed your online application on EducationPlannerBC and reviewed the requirements before submission. Note that the portal requires a supplemental fee and data privacy consent.

Step 3: Interview

Depending on the program you have applied for, an interview may be required. Review Admission Requirements to check if the program requires an interview.

Step 4: Receive a Decision

We will update your application status, which will be one of the following:

Offered: Admissible applicants will receive an Offer of Admission letter by mail. 

Waitlisted: You are on the waitlist for the program.

Not Accepted: If you are not admissible to your first-choice program, you may be offered the opportunity to study in another WSD’s design program to further develop your skills, knowledge, and portfolio for reapplying for the next intake.

Step 5: Pay Your Deposit

If you are sent an offer to our program, reserve your seat by paying a deposit by the specified deadline.  Details will be provided in your offer package from the Admissions Officer.

Step 6: Register for Courses

Admitted students who have paid the confirmation deposit will receive registration instructions.