Welcome to Prairie College, where we equip students for faith and careers. Our application process is designed to be simple, transparent, and supportive.
a.) Name and email of your reference(s).
b.) Answers to the following questions:
i.) How did you become a Christian and how do you see God currently working in your life?
ii.) Why are you interested in the program you are applying for?
c.) Copy of your high school transcripts (optional for this step of the process).
d.) English language proficiency test results (International students only).
e.) Credit card for your application fee ($50 domestic/$100 international).
Prairie welcomes applications from home-based learners. Homeschool students who have completed non-standardized curriculum should present the following for admission:
A homeschool transcript showing grade 10, 11, and 12 coursework.
Please note that students who are applying for the Practical Nurse Diploma program will need to meet the admissions requirements of our partner institution.
Some programs have specific entrance requirements, in addition to basic entrance requirements. Visit these program pages for more details:
The whole Prairie experience, both inside and outside of the classroom, is designed to be an intentional process of learning to love and follow Christ in all of life. Students are members of a transformational community that requires participation in specific spiritual growth activities such as chapel, Impact Groups, conferences, days of prayer, and service to prioritize relationship with God and put faith into action. As such, Prairie College requires that students demonstrate a Christian life and testimony in order to effectively participate in our Christ-centered community. In our application process we look for the following tangible indicators to help us assess a person’s Christian life and testimony:
Personal testimony that bears witness to an applicant’s conversion, transformation, growth, and faith in Jesus, as well as a commitment to Jesus and a desire for spiritual growth.
Spiritual Reference that testifies to the applicant’s faith and Christian life in concrete ways.
Willing intent to live according to the Community Covenant while a Prairie student.
Active involvement in a church community.
For official instructions on your study permit application, click here.
Prairie welcomes students from all over the world. Currently our student body represents six of the seven continents!
Our admissions team can provide basic support and direct you to consulting services if you have detailed questions about the immigration process.
Please read through our Admissions International Student Handbook HERE.
Fall 2026 (September start), Winter 2027 (January start) and Online Education (start anytime) applications are open.
Prairie welcomes applications from individuals all around the world! To begin the International Student Application please click the link below.
If you are applying for the Master of Christian Ministry Leadership please click the link below.
Complete the form, and we’ll contact you shortly to answer your questions. You’ll also be added to our email list for the latest Prairie College updates.
We have launched our Campaign for Greater Impact to provide students with the very best learning opportunities and campus facilities for the decades ahead.
In Phase One of this Campaign, we plan to invest in much-needed campus renewal, including: upgraded Infrastructure, a new Student Residence, Cafeteria, Worship Auditorium, and expanded Aviation Training Centre. A modern campus requires an investment that is bold, and even expensive, but each Campaign Project is strategic, and designed to enhance Prairie’s campus and student life experience.
This expansion of PATC’s facility is a key project of Prairie’s Campaign for Greater Impact. It will increase the College’s capacity to train a new generation of Christian aviators to serve God in missions, and also address the growing need for trained pilots in the commercial aviation sector.
Invest in the next generation of missional professionals. Each year Prairie College distributes over $500,000 in scholarships and bursaries to students. We are grateful for each gift that reduces the burden of students’ tuition and allows students to fulfill their God-given professions.
Encourage inmates in five institutions across Alberta to discover or reconnect with Jesus Christ. This fund assists the students studying the Certificate in Bible program with scholarships, resources for classes, and instruction.
Prairie College is educating students to pursue a Biblical foundation for life and career. Your contribution to this fund assists in minimizing the College’s general operating expenses.
To allocate your gift, please select one of the donation buttons below.
Academic Admissions Requirement:
Christian Life & Testimony:
Prairie College requires that students demonstrate a Christian life and testimony in order to effectively participate in our Christ-centered community. Applicants show evidence of meeting this requirement in the following application items:
English Language Proficiency
Applicants whose first language is not English must show proof of English Proficiency. See International Admissions Procedures for more information.
Songwriting Program Requirements
Students in the Songwriting and Recording program must have raw musical talent. In order to assess this, we ask applicants to submit two video demos: two original songs written within the last two years (with PDF chord chart). We don’t require a complex multi-camera edited film – a simple and clear video shot with a smartphone works well. Make sure your camera device is stable (preferably on a tripod or still surface) and close enough for good, non-distorted audio and clear video. The audition demos can be uploaded to YouTube, Dropbox, or e-mailed to Admissions.
Academic Admissions Requirement:
For Homeschool students and applicants outside of Alberta please visit our Steps to Apply page.
Christian Life & Testimony:
Prairie College requires that students demonstrate a Christian life and testimony in order to effectively participate in our Christ-centered community. Applicants show evidence of meeting this requirement in the following application items:
English Language Proficiency
Applicants whose first language is not English must show proof of English Proficiency. See International Admissions Procedures for more information.
Program Post-Acceptance Requirements
Transfer Credit Request
If you have already completed college or university courses you may apply for transfer credit. Any nursing courses that were completed more than four years ago will not qualify. For complete details please contact the Admissions Office.
Academic Admissions Requirement:
For Homeschool students and applicants outside of Alberta please visit our Steps to Apply page.
Christian Life & Testimony:
Prairie College requires that students demonstrate a Christian life and testimony in order to effectively participate in our Christ-centered community. Applicants show evidence of meeting this requirement in the following application items:
English Language Proficiency:
Applicants whose first language is not English must show proof of English Proficiency. See International Admissions Procedures for more information.
Program Specific Requirements
In addition to our regular Admissions requirements, Digital Media applicants need to have a basic skillset and talent in the areas of photography & filmmaking. In order to assess this, we ask applicants to submit a digital portfolio. The digital portfolio should include 5-10 items that display the applicant’s skills in the areas we teach (photography, filmmaking).
The Bachelor of Education program is highly competitive. While we welcome all applications that meet our minimum requirements, meeting them does not guarantee admission to the program.
Academic Admissions Requirement:
Applicants presenting Alberta High School diplomas must demonstrate proficiency in the following five Grade 12 (30-level) courses with the specified minimum grades and achieve a minimum overall average of 65% in the five courses.
English Language Arts 30-1: A minimum final grade of 65% is required.
Mathematics: Applicants must present one of the following:
Mathematics 30-1: A minimum final grade of 65% is required.
OR Mathematics 30-2: A minimum final grade of 70% is required.
Social Studies 30-1 or 30-2: Successful completion is required. While a specific minimum grade is not mandated, the overall academic record will be considered.
30 level Science: Successful completion of a 30 level Science is required.
One other 30 level course: Successful completion of any other Alberta Education-approved Grade 12 course is required.
If you are a homeschool student, please reach out to admissions@prairie.edu for personalized guidance on meeting our admission requirements.
Christian Life & Testimony:
Prairie College requires that students demonstrate a Christian life and testimony in order to effectively participate in our Christ-centered community. Applicants show evidence of meeting this requirement in the following application items:
English Language Proficiency:
Applicants whose first language is not English must show proof of English Proficiency. See International Admissions Procedures for more information.
Admissions Committee Interview
In addition to the regular admissions requirements, applicants will complete an in-person or online interview with the Education Admissions Committee. This meeting will be scheduled after your application has been fully submitted and will determine overall fit for the program.
