Bachelor of Commerce

University Transfer

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Jessica Amundrud
University Transfer Enrolment Specialist
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LocationLloydminster

CredentialCredits to bachelor’s degree

Program Length1 year

Delivery MethodFace-to-face

Open career doors in business with a Bachelor of Commerce (BComm). Students will stay a maximum of 30 credits.

Your options could take you into:

accounting
human resources
sales and retail

Another route

Lakeland offers you another option. Earn one of our business administration diplomas through the business department. Stay on the Lloydminster campus for 60 credits, and add a BComm in two more years. Check out our 2+ 2 options.

Requirements

1. High school diploma with a minimum of:

50% in English 30-1
50% in Math 30-1

2. Proof of English language proficiency

Notes:

If you plan to transfer to MacEwan University or USask, a minimum of 50% in Math 30-2 is acceptable. If this applies to you, email the Admissions Office after you submit an application.
Applicants who have not met the academic English requirement will need to complete upgrading or an ACCUPLACER assessment test. This includes all applicants who completed their education outside of Canada. Review our special admissions information.
If you completed high school outside of Alberta, check provincial subject equivalents.
If you are an International student, check eligible programs .
Admission to Lakeland College does not guarantee admission to programs at other post-secondary institutions. Students must meet the entrance requirements of the degree granting post-secondary institution, which may include specific high school pre-requisite courses, as well as a minimum and/or competitive GPA. Check the academic requirements of the university you plan to attend.

There are no additional program requirements.

As you prepare for your start date, review this important information.

After acceptance, review the University Transfer information package.

Enrolment is the final step after you've been accepted, paid your tuition deposit, and the timetable has been set.

You will choose your courses with your academic advisor.
If you apply before July 1, you can expect an email from the academic advisor beginning 2 to 3 months before the program start date. It will include instructions on how to book an appointment to choose your courses. If you haven't received an email from the academic advisor one month before Registration Day, contact the department toll-free at 1 800 661 6490 ext. 5430, or direct in Lloydminster at 780 871 5430. We'll double check to ensure we are using the correct email address.
If you apply after July 1, please be patient. The academic advisor will contact you by email. You don't need to call.
Once you've been enrolled, your schedule will be available in My Lakeland.

Note: Please check your email (including your junk mail folder) regularly.

If you've attended university – Bring your transcript(s) (official or unofficial) to your meeting with the academic advisor. Your transcript(s) outline previous coursework and can help as you choose your courses. You don't need to submit your transcript for a transfer credit.

More program details

2025-26 tuition and fees

Year	Tuition and program fees	Estimated books, supplies and field trips	Mandatory fees
1	$6,030	$2,000	$928
2	$6,030	$2,000	$928

2025-26 tuition and fees

Year	Tuition and program fees	Estimated books, supplies and field trips	Mandatory fees
1	$17,700	$2,000	$1,125
2	$17,700	$2,000	$1,125

Remember that studying includes other expenses than tuition and fees - you should also be budgeting for your accommodation and living expenses. Alberta student loan guidelines recommends $1,153/month.

Our tuition and fees page has details about academic, application and mandatory fees and their cost breakdown per term.

View a complete listing of university transfer courses - not all are available every semester or academic year but you'll work with your academic advisor to find which are the right fit for your degree path.

View the complete list of required University Transfer textbooks.

Once the timetable has been finalized, you will choose classes and create your schedule with the academic advisor.

Your class schedule, or when your courses are held during the week, can be found on your My Lakeland student portal when available. Usually, one month before your program starts.

Important dates found below include your tuition due date, your program registration/start date, events and holidays.

Dates are subject to change. We recommend you check here regularly for any updates.

Lloydminster On-Campus Important Dates

2024
Aug 12 — Fees due, fall term
Sept 3 — Registration day
Sept 4 — First day of classes, fall term semester 1
Sept 11 — Last day to add semester 1 courses
Sept 24 — Last day to drop semester 1 courses. Last day to withdraw from college with full refund less tuition deposit.
Sept 30 — National Truth & Reconciliation Day, college closed
Oct 14 — Thanksgiving, college closed
Nov 1 — Last day to withdraw from semester 1 with W grade or change from credit to audit
Nov 8 — Fall break
Nov 11 — Remembrance Day, college closed
Dec 2 — Fees due winter term
Dec 13 — Last day of semester 1
Dec 16-Jan 6 — Christmas break for students

2025
Jan 7 — First day of classes, winter term semester 2
Jan 13 — Last day to add semester 2 courses
Jan 28 — Last day to drop semester 2 courses. Last day to withdraw from college with 100% refund of semester 2 fees.
Feb 17-21 — Reading Week/Spring Break
March 14 — Last day to withdraw from semester 2 courses with W grade or change from credit to audit.
April 18-21 — Easter Break, college closed
April 25 — Last day semester 2
May 30 — Lloydminster Campus Convocation

Please note these dates are subject to change.

2025

Aug 11 — Fees due, fall term
Sept 2 — Registration Day
Sept 3 — First day of classes, fall term semester 1
Sept 10 — Last day to add semester 1 courses
Sept 23 — Last day to drop semester 1 courses. Last day to withdraw with full refund of fees less tuition deposit.
Sept 30 — National Truth & Reconciliation Day, college closed
Oct 13 — Thanksgiving, college closed
Nov 3 — Last day to withdraw from semester 1 with W grade or change from credit to audit
Nov 10-11 — Fall break for students
Nov 11 — Remembrance Day, college closed
Dec 1 — Fees due, winter term
Dec 12 — Last day of semester 1
Dec 13–Jan 5 — Christmas break for students

2026

Jan 6 — First day of classes, winter term semester 2
Jan 13 — Last day to add semester 2 courses
Jan 27 — Last day to drop semester 2 courses. Last day to withdraw with 100% refund of semester 2 fees.
Feb 16–20 — Reading week/spring break
March 13 — Last day to withdraw from semester 2 courses with W grade or change from credit to audit.
April 3–6 — Easter Break, college closed
April 24 — Last day semester 2
May 29 — Lloydminster Campus Convocation
June 5 — Vermilion Campus Convocation

There are 3 popular transfer routes to BComm after taking your first year of classes (or 30 credits).

These universites are:

Note: Completing university transfer courses doesn't guarantee you admission to degree programs at universities.

You must also meet all the admission requirements of the degree-granting institution. This may include:

specific high school courses.
competitive admission average - there may be quotas for the number of students admitted to the degree program at the receiving institution.
a minimum grade for transfer - some receiving institutions specify a minimum grade for transfer credit.
the number of available seats in a program - if you change your program or your receiving institution, be aware that there may not be room in the new program.
residency - taking the required percentage of courses at the university (typically 50%).