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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.kpu.caCanadaQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is a public degree-granting undergraduate polytechnic university in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. It was established in 1990. The university offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs across various fields, including arts, science, business, and technology. KPU is known for its focus on experiential learning, research, and community engagement.
Key Facts
QS World Rank
Last full enrichment: 17 Jun 2026
Live portal snapshot
Maclean's #14 · 2024UniRank #67 · 2024Webometrics #2842 · 2024Webometrics #72 · 2023Webometrics - National #72 · 2023
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
5/10
Diversity
1/10
Academic Rigor
8/10
City safety (heuristic)
6/10
Social scene
Weather: Cold winters (most cities)
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
$15,340 avg starting salary
88% placement rate
Estimated outcomes score (heuristic): 1/10
Popular fields
Computer ScienceBusinessNursing
Top Recruiters
RBCTDShopifyDeloitte CanadaCIBC
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Student Life
20,600 students (2,600 international)
Campus: Urban
Location: Surrey, Canada
Climate: Cold winters (most cities)
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 67%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 67%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for Canada: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier