College and University Pathways

Bow Valley College

Calgary, Alberta · Career-focused college

Bow Valley College is a publicly funded post-secondary institution in Calgary, AB offering certificates, diplomas, and applied degree programs focused on career readiness and community impact.

Example programs

• —Business Administration, Accounting Major (diploma, 4 terms)
• —Child and Youth Care (diploma, 4 terms)
• —Cybersecurity Solutions (diploma, 2 years)
• —Education Assistant (certificate, 2 terms)
• —Health and wellness programs (see the program area page)

Good to know

• Admission requirements, English proficiency and documents differ by program.
• Some community and health programs may require checks or placement readiness.

How PREP helps: A good fit for learners who want applied, career-ready study. We help you plan for a term-based pace and practical assessments.

Mount Royal University

Calgary, Alberta · Undergraduate university

Mount Royal University in Calgary, AB is known for its small-class, teaching-focused undergraduate education across business, arts, science, and health disciplines.

Example programs

• —Bachelor of Nursing
• —Bachelor of Business Administration (majors include accounting, finance, human resources, marketing)
• —Bachelor of Computer Information Systems
• —Bachelor of Education, Elementary
• —Bachelor of Social Work

Good to know

• Degrees are generally four years; confirm program length with MRU.
• Health programs have their own prerequisites and placement requirements. Confirm Nursing-specific pathway eligibility with PREP and MRU before applying.

How PREP helps: We help you build the reading, research and independent study habits that university courses expect.

SAIT

Calgary, Alberta · Polytechnic

The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) is one of Canada's leading polytechnic institutions, delivering industry-aligned trades, technology, and professional training programs.

Example programs

• —Accounting (certificate, 1 year)
• —Architectural Technologies (diploma, 2 years)
• —Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Technology (diploma, 2 years)
• —Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting (4 years)

Good to know

• Apprenticeship entry follows employer and registration requirements that differ from diploma admission.
• Not all programs accept international applicants.

How PREP helps: Ideal for hands-on learners. We help you prepare for lab, shop and project-based workloads and fast-moving terms.

Burman University

Lacombe, Alberta · Private faith-based university

Burman University in Lacombe, AB is a private liberal arts university offering undergraduate degrees in business, education, humanities, and sciences in a values-centred learning environment.

Example programs

• —Bachelor of Business Administration, 4 years (Accounting, HR Management, International Management, Management, Marketing)
• —BSc Biology with biomedical or environmental tracks (undergraduate preparation, not medical licensure)
• —Bachelor of Education, Elementary or Secondary, and a 2-year after-degree requiring a prior bachelor's
• —BA Behavioural Science (4 years)

Good to know

• Review community expectations of a faith-based campus before applying.
• Lacombe is a smaller community; plan housing and transportation early.

How PREP helps: We help you think through fit, community life and the undergraduate study load before you commit.