Apply to RDC

We are thrilled you are applying to Red Deer College! Our students are our first priority and we know that once you get here you will understand why so many people attend RDC, and remain to live and work in central Alberta even after graduation. So what makes RDC so great? Our highly qualified faculty value one-on-one instruction, so you can be guaranteed you will get the answers and education you need to succeed Small class sizes allow for personal growth and the chance to have that close-knit college community experience you've always wanted Before you even get here, we have staff ready to help you with everything from registration, academic advising, to scholarship research - every step you need to prepare yourself for your first day of classes and beyond With 75 different programs to choose from - certificates, diplomas, university transfer degree programs and apprenticeships - we're certain you'll find something that suits you. Red Deer and other central Alberta communities offer all the amenities of a larger urban centre, without the traffic headaches! If you have any questions about the application process or RDC in general, contact us by calling 1.888.732.4630. Apply Now!

How To Apply

For detailed information regarding admission to RDC, please refer to the Academic Calendar Admission process.

Submitting a New Application Online (credit card required):

You can submit an online application to RDC through Apply Alberta, the Alberta Post-Secondary Application System.  This online application process makes it easy for you to apply for admission and if you attended high school or post-secondary in Alberta, your transcripts will automatically be sent electronically to RDC at no cost to you.

Follow these easy steps:

1. Click on the Apply Alberta link and select the Apply Now button.
2. You will be asked to register for an account with SIAMS, the Secure Identity and Access Management System.  Please retain your User ID and Password for future use.
3. You will need to find your Alberta Student Number (ASN).  This step is applicable to all students, whether you are a resident of Alberta or not.  If you are not a resident of Alberta and/or have never attended an Alberta high school or post-secondary school, an ASN will be assigned to you.
4. Create your personal and academic profile at Apply Alberta.
5. Select Red Deer College to have your profile forwarded to us and then complete the remaining portion of the RDC application.
6. Submit your RDC application with a Visa, MasterCard or American Express.

Begin Application with Apply Alberta

If you have already submitted your application for Fall 2010 admission, you do not need to create an application using Apply Alberta.  Your application for admission is still valid and will be processed in the same manner that Apply Alberta applications will be.

If you have already submitted your application for Fall 2010 admission, you do not need to create an application using Apply Alberta.  Your application for admission is still valid and will be processed in the same manner that Apply Alberta applications will be.

Please contact us if you have any questions at admissions@rdc.ab.ca.

Submitting a New Paper Application (credit card required or pay in person):

You can submit a paper application by downloading the application and submitting it by mail, fax or in person.  Please note that applications are not processed until payment is received.

Download Printable Application  2 Pages - PDF Format - 39KB

Where to Send Your Application

Mail the application and fee to the following address:

RDC 
100 College Boulevard  
Box 5005  
Red Deer, Alberta, Canada  
T4N 5H5 

Fax the application and credit card information for the fee to:

403.357.3663

Submitting a Change of Program Online - Current RDC Students ONLY:

You can submit an online Change of Program through your personal Loop account using your current RDC login and password.  There is no application fee required for current students.

Application Fees

Canadian Applicants $70.00 non refundable 
International Applicants $140.00 non refundable (CDN funds)

This application replaces any previous application(s). You will be considered for the program indicated on the most recent application submitted.

Transcripts

You must arrange to have an official copy of your high school transcript and all post-secondary transcripts sent to us. An official transcript is one which is sent directly from the Provincial Ministry of Education or from the issuing post-secondary institution.

If you are applying through the Apply Alberta system, you are authorizing RDC to obtain Alberta high school transcripts from Alberta Education and transcripts from any participating Alberta post-secondary institutions that you previously attended.  If an Alberta post-secondary institution is currently not a participant with Apply Alberta, you will be notified that you must request your transcript from them to be sent to RDC.

Transcripts and other documents become the property of RDC and will not be returned you. If your file is inactive for two years, you may be asked to submit a new set of documents with your application.

When To Apply

It is to your advantage to apply as early as possible since most programs can accommodate only a limited number of students. We process applications according to the date they are received.  If RDC declares a program closed, you will no longer be able to apply for that program for that year.  For more information on closed programs, contact admissions@rdc.ab.ca or phone 403.342.3400 to inquire if your program choice is still available.

Opening day for applications:

Term         Month       Day
Fall            October        1
Winter        April            1
Spring        August          1

International Students

You may be asked to have your transcripts evaluated by IQAS (International Qualification Assessment Service). You will be responsible for any assessment fee. For additional information, please visit the International Education website.