Alternative ways to meet your admission requirements.

Letter of Intent Guidelines

Mature and home-schooled students seeking alternative entry pathways may submit a letter of intent in partial fulfilment of their academic admission requirements. A letter of intent must have a strict maximum of 600 words, authorized by the applicant, briefly discussing:

• why they are interested in their chosen program of study at Bow Valley College,
• how their chosen program of study may benefit them with their desired career or after-college plans, and
• approaches the applicant will take to ensure success in their studies if admitted to Bow Valley College.

Make sure to submit your letter after you’ve applied—by email, mail, or in person. It should be typewritten in English and include your name, student number, and program. We’ll evaluate it based on your readiness for college-level work.

If you have a learning disability or health accommodation, you can request a30-minute interview instead of the letter, covering the same points.

Courses you take at Bow Valley College may count in place of the high school courses you need for admission. You can take many of these courses through Open Studies to qualify for admission. With a satisfactory grade, these courses may also qualify for transfer credit.