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CAD 23593

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 120 Waived

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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88

TOEFL

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The KPU Creative Writing Department offers award-winning faculty, small class sizes, and a rigorous approach to the discipline of writing. The department is known for a strong sense of community which supports writers to discover their voice and develop their craft. Creative Writing provides learners with an excellent foundation in written communication skills as well as the development of divergent and creative thinking abilities. Graduates with these skills are highly sought in today's dynamic workplace.

Students who wish to major in Creative Writing are strongly encouraged to complete an Associate of Arts degree with a concentration in Creative Writing.

Students who receive an Associate of Arts degree in Creative Writing from KPU may have appropriate courses to enter the Creative Writing programs at the University of British Columbia (UBC), University of Victoria (UVic) or Vancouver Island University (VIU). However, program requirements and transfer of courses are set by the receiving institution. Details must be confirmed by the student. For information about transfer of credit amongst institutions in B.C. and to see how individual courses transfer, go to the BC Transfer Guide - bctransferguide.ca

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Additional Information

Program Level Associate Degree

College/University Processing Time 21 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

May 2025, Sep 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, May 2024, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 88 - With no score less than - 20
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 61
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 110.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • English Studies 12 (B) or equivalent.

6.5 IELTS Score
88 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
61 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

23593

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 120 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

12000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
(CAD)

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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

Scholarship &  Awards

KPU recognizes achievements and supports student success through scholarships, awards, bursaries, and financial assistance. New students can apply for the following entrance scholarships and awards:

Presidents's Entrance Scholarships
$ 30,000

Regional Entrance Scholarships
$ upto 5000
Fall 2025 Entrance Scholarships and Donor-Funded Entrance Awards
Application Open October 15, 2024 Deadline to apply April 15, 2025
Spring 2026 Entrance Scholarships and Donor-Funded Entrance Awards
Application Open February 15, 2025 Deadline to apply August 15, 2025

 

$16,000 CAD Scholarship for ENTA students

We are pleased to announce that we will be awarding Entrance Scholarships for Entertainment Arts (ENTA) programs for spring and fall 2025 intakes! Qualified ENTA candidates will receive a scholarship of $16,000 CAD. Read more about our ENTA program below or visit kpu.ca/enta. For information about the scholarship and how your students can qualify, reach out to your regional recruiter (kpu.ca/international/contact).

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