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Kwantlen Polytechnic University

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Overview

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. This institution also has branch campuses in Richmond, Langley and Cloverdale. Founded in 1981, Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. KPU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. International students are welcome to apply. KPU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Kwantlen Polytechnic University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym KPU
Founded 1981
Motto Where Thought Meets Action
Colours Red and white
Mascot Eagle

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Location

Address 12666-72nd Avenue
Surrey
V3W 2M8 British Columbia
Canada
Kwantlen Polytechnic University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Kwantlen Polytechnic University Phone Number (604) 599 2000
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Fax Number (604) 599 2449
Other locations Richmond, Langley and Cloverdale

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1981


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Kwantlen Polytechnic University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA)
  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
  • Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Kwantlen Polytechnic University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Kwantlen Polytechnic University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Kwantlen Polytechnic University's academic range and degree level offering.



Kwantlen Polytechnic University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Kwantlen Polytechnic University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Kwantlen Polytechnic University.



Kwantlen Polytechnic University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Kwantlen Polytechnic University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Kwantlen Polytechnic University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Admission Info


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Kwantlen Polytechnic University has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Kwantlen Polytechnic University's acceptance rate is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Admission Office Admission Office

12666-72nd Avenue
Surrey V3W 2M8
(604) 599 2000


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Size and Profile


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Kwantlen Polytechnic University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Kwantlen Polytechnic University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Control Type Control Type

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Entity Type Entity Type

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Kwantlen Polytechnic University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Kwantlen Polytechnic University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Kwantlen Polytechnic University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Facilities


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Library


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Kwantlen Polytechnic University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Wilson School of Design
  • Faculty of Academic and Career Preparation
  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Health
  • Faculty of Science and Horticulture
  • Faculty of Trades and Technology
  • School of Business

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Memberships and Affiliations

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Kwantlen Polytechnic University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
  • Canadian University Press (CUP)
  • Polytechnics Canada


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kwantlen Polytechnic University public or private?

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Kwantlen Polytechnic University profit or non-profit?

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Kwantlen Polytechnic University in terms of enrollment?

Kwantlen Polytechnic University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Kwantlen Polytechnic University in terms of academic staff?

Kwantlen Polytechnic University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is Kwantlen Polytechnic University a coeducational institution?

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Kwantlen Polytechnic University use?

Kwantlen Polytechnic University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Kwantlen Polytechnic University affiliated with?

None.

Does Kwantlen Polytechnic University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Kwantlen Polytechnic University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Kwantlen Polytechnic University's acceptance rate is not available. This university has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Kwantlen Polytechnic University KPU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). International students: 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Kwantlen Polytechnic University KPU located?

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is located in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. Address: 12666-72nd Avenue.

Is Kwantlen Polytechnic University KPU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Kwantlen Polytechnic University is accredited by Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills (since 1981).

Does Kwantlen Polytechnic University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Kwantlen Polytechnic University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Kwantlen Polytechnic University have a university library?

Yes

Does Kwantlen Polytechnic University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Kwantlen Polytechnic University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Kwantlen Polytechnic University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Kwantlen Polytechnic University offer career services?

Yes

Does Kwantlen Polytechnic University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Kwantlen Polytechnic University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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