Red Deer Polytechnic

Requirements for Canadian Students

Academic admission requirements vary with each program. Academic Upgrading is available for most core courses.

Procedure for Canadian Students

You're Just Three Steps Away from Applying to RDP!

1. Choose a Program
2. Check the Admission Requirements on our website
3. Apply and Submit Your Application Fee

The Student Connect Centre will help with any admissions, funding, or programming questions.

Red Deer Polytechnic is committed to the practice of granting fair and equal consideration to all applicants. Qualified applicants are admitted to programs in accordance with the date of completed application. Students are encouraged to apply and complete their files at the earliest possible date. We begin accepting applications for Fall term on October 1, Winter term on March 1 and Spring term on August 1.

Academic Year

Type of SystemSemester
Entrance DatesJanuary, May, September
Language of InstructionEnglish
Modified on April 29, 2026