International Eligible Programs
Your program options
International students are eligible to take most of our Lakeland College certificate and diploma programs.
However, there are exceptions. Check the available programs below, as well as the list of programs that aren't open to international students.
Also, some programs have caps on the number of international students. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid being disappointed. Application open dates can be found here.
Before you apply, please check if the program accepts international students and if there is room in the program.
We also recommend that you check the Government of Canada's Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility criteria.
If you have any questions, please email international@lakelandcollege.ca.
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Closed programs |
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Please note that online business and human services program are not open to international students. Winter 2025 programs that are at international capacity and are closed for applications:
Fall 2025 programs that are at international capacity and are closed for applications:
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Application deadlines |
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Please note our application deadlines to allow enough time for visa processing:
We recommend applying early as many popular programs fill up before the application deadlines. We also encourage you to review your country's study permit processing times. Processing times vary by country and can take several weeks. Please note: Refunds are only issued if your visa is denied. |
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Programs that aren't available to international students |
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Unfortunately, we are not able to offer all our programs to international students. Study permit issues with part-time status and residency requirements are two of the reasons why we can't offer them to you. The following programs are unable to take international students:
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Eligible programs
Fall intake
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Agricultural sciences programs |
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One of Lakeland's major advantages is the college farm where students have the opportunity to use their skills whether they are working in the small animal clinic, showing purebred cattle or making decisions about crops. One-year certificate programs: * Please note: completion does not offer a pathway to a two-year Agriculture diploma.
Two-year diploma programs: |
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Business programs |
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Business at Lakeland College provides you with options in our diploma program, a general business administration major, or take a more specific area of study. All programs are on our Lloydminster campus. Blended learning business programs are available to international students; however, it is the student's responsibility to comply with their study permit conditions. Once you're accepted into the program, a business advisor will guide you in choosing electives. You pick courses that match your interests and career needs.
Two-year diploma programs are business administration with specific majors:
At this time, the optional co-op summer program is not available to international students. |
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Energy programs |
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The process and power engineering program combines 3rd Class power engineering and heavy oil operations to broaden your future job options beyond the oil and gas industry. This program requires industry practicums. You will need a co-op work permit. Details will be in your acceptance letter. |
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Environmental sciences programs |
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Choose a one-year environmental sciences certificate, or a diploma. Lakeland's Environmental Sciences diploma allows you to choose from one of four majors:
Some of our students do a double major by spending one more year here. This is also a 2+2 program. This means you spend 2 years at Lakeland and get a diploma, then 2 years at university for a degree. Lakeland has transfer agreements with several universities. The wildlife and fisheries major is not available to international students at this time. Newly added to the list of environmental programs available to international students is our Bachelor of Applied Science: Environmental Management as well as our online Sustainable Energy certificate and diploma program. Please note: the Sustainable Energy Technology program is geared toward professionals and delivered online. Completion of the program doesn't qualify you to apply for a Canadian PGWP. |
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Esthetician and clinical esthetician program |
| Learn the art of making someone feel great. You'll promote wellness as an important part of health care, use specialized skin care treatments, and address beauty, anti-aging and stress issues.
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Health care aide program |
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The face-to-face health care aide program on the Lloydminster campus is now open to international students. This program requires multiple industry practicums. You will need a co-op work permit. Details will be in your acceptance letter. |
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Human services programs |
Three of our face-to-face human services programs are open to international students.
These programs require multiple industry practicums. You will need a co-op work permit. Details will be in your acceptance letter. |
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Interior design program |
| Lakeland College's Interior Design Technology Diploma program is accredited by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) based in the US.
Our students have consistently won awards in the NKBA's student competitions. Interior design technology includes a required industry practicum. You will need a co-op work permit. Details will be in your acceptance letter. |
Winter intake
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Business programs |
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Business at Lakeland College provides you with options in our diploma program with a general business administration major or a more specific area of study. All programs are on our Lloydminster campus. Online business programs aren't available to international students. Blended learning business programs are available to international students; however, it is the student's responsibility to comply with their study permit conditions. Once you're accepted into the program, a business advisor will guide you in choosing electives. You pick courses that match your interests and career needs. One-year certificate programs: Two-year diploma programs are business administration with specific majors: At this time, the optional summer co-op program is not available for international students. |