Below is all of the information you need to apply to become a student at Clearwater College. If at any point during the process you require assistance, please don't hesitate to contact the office using our CONTACT US page.

student applications at clearwater college

Admissions Requirements in Detail: Click Here


The following information has been assembled to assist you in your application process.  Click the words to access the different forms and information.

Full-Time Student Application

     

Applicants will need to send in the following before being considered (see links to all forms below):

To ensure adequate time for processing we recommend that you apply at least 3 months prior to your start date. The approval process will only begin once we have your application in it's entirety.


Policy Surrounding the Keeping of Student Records and Personal Information


Part-Time Student Application


Part-time applicants please click here to download the Part-Time Application Form.

student type definitions

  • New Student - You have, or are in the process of, completing grade 12 and will be able to submit a complete provincial/state transcript with your application

  • Transfer Student - You have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours from another post-secondary institution.  You will need to provide a transcript from the previous institution.

  • Home School Graduate - You are eligible for admission as a new student if you supply written confirmation, such as a provincial transcript, that your grade twelve studies were registered with your province or state.   If your courses were not registered, you may also be considered for admission on the basis of a Home Based School Transcript with details of Grades 11 & 12 courses taken, third party exams taken and/or an educational portfolio  listing courses taken with grades. For more information on Home School Graduate requirements, please contact the college.

  • Re-Entry Student - If you have been away from Clearwater College for more than one semester and you would like to return, you must reapply as if you are a New Student.

  • Mature Student - You are considered a Mature Student if you have been out of high school or any other post-secondary education for more than 3 years and are over the age of 21.

  • International Student - .Non-Residents. Due to recent changes in Alberta student visa regulations, we are in the process of being re-designated for International Students. The Canadian government will soon issue student visas to students planning on attending Clearwater College after we have went through the re-designation process and have been issued a Designated Learning Institute number. All of our Core-Programs are eligible for designation.
  • Once we are re-designated, international students will need to have proof of travel/health insurance prior to travel and will be encouraged to use their student visa to apply for Alberta Health Care if the are staying in Canada for longer than 12 months. To find more information about how to apply for Alberta Health Care: Click Here.