Transferring to | Bow Valley College

Receive credit for the work you’ve already done!

If you've completed courses at other post-secondary institutions, you may be eligible for credit toward your program at Bow Valley College. Transfer credit or Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) could reduce your course load.

Explore our Transfer Agreements to see where your education can take you at Bow Valley College:

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- Students can earn up to 75% of their program in transfer.
- It allows students to reduce time and cost to complete their program.

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What type of transfer is right for you?

I previously completed a program or a course at post-secondary institution. Apply for Transfer Credit.
Transfer credit is an assessment that recognizes completed coursework taken from other post-secondary institutions, allowing students to apply credit towards their courses once they are accepted at Bow Valley College.

I have formal and/or informal experience that I can relate to my courses. Apply for Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR).
PLAR is a process that identifies, assesses, and recognizes prior skills, competencies, and knowledge. PLAR is assessed on an individual basis by your academic department and has a non-refundable fee.

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I am an upcoming Practical Nurse student and I completed a Health Care Aide program and have work experience. Apply for Health Care Aid to Practical Nurse PLAR.
Health Care Aide to Practical Nurse PLAR is recognition of knowledge and competency for practicing Health Care Aides entering into the Practical Nurse Program at Bow Valley College.

What are the eligibility requirements for transfer credit and PLAR?

Students must be currently accepted into a credits program at Bow Valley College.
Credited coursework was completed at a recognized or accredited post-secondary institution.
Be in good academic standing with your current or previous institution within the last five years. The minimum grade point average (GPA) must be 2.0 or higher in accordance with Bow Valley College's 4.0 grade scale. The following criteria must be met:
- is in satisfactory academic standing and is not on academic probation under the Academic Continuance and Graduation Policy,
- is not subject to any current active sanctions under the Learner Code of Conduct Policy,
- has no overdue amounts owing to the college under the Learner Financial Accounts Policy,
- is not under probation or suspension under the Academic Honesty Policy, and
- is not subject to current sanctions under any other college policies.
The minimum grade requirement for a course to be eligible transferability is a 'C' or '64%' or '2.0 GPA' according to the Bow Valley College grade scale.
Courses requested match 80% of the respective Bow Valley College learning outcomes and course content.
Courses fall within the time limitations. This is imposed by the Academic Department for granting credit for courses completed within a specific time frame. Each course has specific time limitations established.
Courses that are attempted at Bow Valley College are not eligible for transfer credit and PLAR. This includes 'W' and 'F' grades currently in progress courses.
Official transcripts show all final grades and term GPA (no "in progress" grades).
If you have previously completed courses at Bow Valley College and want those courses transferred toward your new program, please contact the Academic Advising team once you are accepted for further information on advanced standing.

Please note: You must pay your confirmation fee before we can finalize and share your transfer credits and PLAR evaluation results.

Do you have a Letter of Permission from another institution?

If you are attending another post-secondary institution and would like to register for a Bow Valley College course:

1. Check if Bow Valley College offers the course in Open Studies. If so, you can register online without additional approval from Bow Valley College. For courses not in Open Studies, email Welcome Centre at info@bowvalleycollege.ca.
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2. Official Documentation may be requested.
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3. Registration depends on:
- course availability
-prerequisites
-academic standing
- Academic Department approval

4. Requests for practicum, labs, and clinicals will not be approved. These are typically meant for Bow Valley College students as there are specific requirements and space limited.

Welcome Centre
South Campus, First Floor
info@bowvalleycollege.ca

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What to expect after applying.

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Things to remember when applying:

Transfer credit and PLAR approvals are not guaranteed.
Processing Time: The assessment process takes a minimum of 6–8 weeks. Requests for future terms will be placed on hold until the upcoming add/drop deadline has passed.
Document Submission: All official transcripts and requested documents must be submitted before the submission deadline.
Confirmation Fee Payment: Results will only be released once you pay the confirmation fee after you are accepted into your career program.‍
Graduation Requirement: You must complete at least 25% of your program at Bow Valley College to graduate.‍
Full-time Status Impact: Approved transfer credit may reduce you to part-time status. Check how this affects your student loans, work permits, or other obligations. It is your responsibility to verify the number of credits needed to maintain full-time student status.
- international students should meet with ISSC@bowvalleycollege.ca
- domestic students should meet with financialaid@bowvalleycollege.ca
Register and Attend your Classes: While you wait for a decision on your transfer request, you should register and attend all your classes.

Appealing decisions: If your credit is denied, you can appeal by writing to the Office of the Registrar within 10 days of receiving the decision letter. The Associate Registrar and Dean of the program area will review your case, and their decision will be final.
Advanced Standing: If you have previously completed courses at Bow Valley College and want those courses transferred towards your new program, please contact the Academic Advising team once you are accepted into your new program.

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I want to transfer to Bow Valley College.

Receive credit for the work you’ve already done!

Did you know?

What type of transfer is right for you?

What are the eligibility requirements for transfer credit and PLAR?

Do you have a Letter of Permission from another institution?

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