*This page is part of the official Academic Calendar
International Admissions Quick Links:
International students may apply to many of the programs offered at RDP; however, we recommend you consider one of the programs listed here What You Can Study at RDP.
RDP has four “terms”, or intakes, to start a program. Not all programs have an intake in every term. Review programs here What You Can Study at RDP to determine which Terms you may start your program in.
Important Notes:
English Language Proficiency: In order to gain admission into an RDP program, international applicants must meet English language proficiency requirements. RDP provides several methods for international applicants to demonstrate their English language proficiency. Review the information on the English Language Requirements webpage.
Academic Requirements: In order to gain admission into an RDP program, international applicants must also meet the academic program requirements. International applicants should select their program from the Academic Calendar and review the information in the “Requirements” section. The Office of the Registrar will assess your prior learning from other education to determine international equivalencies to meet academic admission requirements. Review more information about how international students can meet academic admission requirements here.
Application Deadlines:
Term
Application Deadline
Fall
May 1
Winter
October 15
Spring
January 31
Summer
March 30
Apply Online Submit your online application through RDP's International Online Application. It is important that you submit your application prior to the published application deadlines. You will be asked for the following information when submitting your online application:
Once you complete your online application, you will be prompted to pay your $150 non-refundable international application fee.
Email supporting documentation to international [dot] admissions [at] rdpolytech [dot] ca
In order to assess an international application, the Office of the Registrar must be emailed documentation to assess if the applicant meets the academic and English Language –Proficiency requirements for their program of choice.
Once you submit your online application, you must email the following information to international [dot] admissions [at] rdpolytech [dot] ca :
Basic Personal Information
This includes your name and date of birth. This will ensure the Office of the Registrar is able to associate your email with your online application.
Program of Choice
State your first choice program and your second choice program.
Proof Applicant Meets Academic Requirements (Secondary school transcripts and Post-secondary school transcripts)
Review the methods to provide this information here.
Proof Applicant Meets English Language Proficiency Requirements
Review the methods to demonstrate your English language proficiency here.
Once your online application has been submitted and your supporting documentation has been emailed to international [dot] admissions [at] rdpolytech [dot] ca, your complete application will be assessed to determine if you are admissible to your program of choice. If additional information is required to support your application, this will be posted on your account on RDP’s online student portal: TheLoop. It is your responsibility to log-in regularly and check the “Applications” section to stay up-to-date on changes to your application. Watch “How do I check the status of my application?” for a step-by-step guide (must log into TheLoop to view video).
If you meet the admission requirements for your program of choice and there is a seat available, your Letter of Acceptance will be available on your account on TheLoop. To view or download your Letter of Acceptance, click “Applications” and scroll down to the “Letter of Acceptance for International Students” section. Watch “How do I access my RDP Letter of Acceptance?” for a step-by-step guide (note that you must log in to TheLoop to view video).
Once you have received your Letter of Acceptance you need to pay your tuition deposit ($1,400) to secure your seat in your program. Visit our International Tuition & Fees page for more information. You can also watch “How do I make a payment?” for a step-by-step guide (must log into TheLoop to view video).
Use your Official RDP Letter of Acceptance and proof that you have paid your tuition deposit to apply for your Study Permit. Visit the Government of Canada’s website for more information on the study permit application process. Refugees must also apply to IRCC to obtain a Study Permit. Upon proof of Refugee status, these students will pay domestic fees not international fees.
Although the Office of the Registrar is able to review your “unofficial” or scanned documents in order to admit you to a program and provide a Letter of Acceptance, you must provide official documentation to the Office of the Registrar prior to the first day of classes. This is a vital step in the admissions process and you will not be granted “clear” admission until this step has been completed.
Important Note: Admission will be cancelled if official documents are not submitted by the first day of class.
You must provide official versions of two key documents: Official Transcripts and Proof of English Language Proficiency Any documentation used to support your admission into an RDP program, such as secondary (high school) or post-secondary transcripts must be provided to the Office of the Registrar in one of the following methods
Study Permit A valid Study Permit must be submitted to the Office of the Registrar on or before the first day of classes. This includes refugees and protected persons.
Medical Examinations (only if required by program) Students with Study Permits admitted to a program with a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/secondary school teaching, or health service field must complete Medical Examinations as required by Citizenship and Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. This includes students in the following programs:
For more information on the Medical Examination, please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website.
Congratulations! You are now ready to become an international student at RDP. Next you will need to:
Visit the Preparing to Study at RDP page for more information.
Still have questions? Visit the International Admissions FAQs