Bow Valley College

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Why Bow Valley College?

Knock on our door today, open opportunity’s door tomorrow

You’re already driven. We give you the tools and skills to keep you going, pave and patch the path as necessary, and then get right out of your way.

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Here to help international students achieve their dream

We support International Students in achieving their dreams through academic and student-life experiences. Our dedicated and experienced instructors and staff help provide the skills you need to live, study, and work in Alberta.

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We are ready for you

Learner Success Services provides resources to enhance the student experience and support academic success at Bow Valley College. From student engagement to personal and academic support, and Indigenous support programs and services, we are ready to help.

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Continuing Learning can take you further

You are ready to continue your educational journey, and we are here to help Open Doors and Open minds to all of the possibilities. From one course to certificates, we have options for you.

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Learn close to home at one of our regional campuses

Get the benefits of a city college without a city commute. Regional campuses in Airdrie, Banff, Cochrane, High River, Okotoks, and Strathmore provide service to those communities and their surrounding areas.

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One of the top 50 Research Colleges in Canada

According to Research Infosource. Our Research and Innovation department offers expertise to build capacity and promote applied research, teaching excellence, curriculum design, and workforce development.

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Bow Valley College in focus

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Community

Marking the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia

Three employees discuss their experience with marginalization, activism, and College support.

Community

Law study group offers a new direction for Canadian immigrants

Alumni

Bow Valley College students dazzle with bright ideas

The winning pitches demonstrate creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.

Students

Bow Valley College re-opening for Fall term

Research & Innovation

Bow Valley College: Building Future Skills

Students

A Bow Valley College kind of buddy system

Thanks to mentorship program, Carlo Sarmiento never felt alone.

The next you starts now.

Real-world experience to get you work-ready

It was really cool to see what it would be like to actually work for a client. It made it feel more real.” – Christopher Kemp, Digital Design Diploma. Christopher believes the real-world experience he gained in his program helped to get him work-ready.

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Where the determined come to learn

I remember an instructor mentioning the insurance industry is recession-proof. That got my attention, and it’s proven to be true. It’s a stable job even in the pandemic because we all need insurance.” – Maria Granja, Business Administration Diploma, Insurance and Risk Management major. She is now an Underwriting Assistant.

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City life within reach

When you study at Bow Valley College, you get to be downtown every day. That includes fast public transit (we’re right on the CTrain line), and plenty of places nearby to relax and recharge before or after class. We are right next to the Bow River, and the trendy, growing East Village neighbourhood.

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Bow Valley College

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