Apply Now, but first...

...how to apply: Checklist & Tips

You've decided the program you want to take and are ready to apply.

Before you click on Alberta's post-secondary application system, ApplyAlberta, you'll need 5 things. Each of the items is explained in more detail in one of the tiles.

Your own MyAlberta Digital ID (MADI).
Your Alberta Student Number (ASN).
The names of all the high schools and post-secondary institutions you attended or are currently attending.
High school courses and marks - Canadian students only.
A credit card to pay the application fee.

You should also know

use a desktop or laptop computer to fill in your online application. It's much easier to see and do all the actions on a larger screen. It's very difficult to complete the application on a mobile phone.
check your web browser. If you're a Google Chrome user, you might have difficulties in ApplyAlberta. Switch to another browser.
if you're an international student - check eligible programs as well as if there is still space for international students
if you're an apprentice, you use My Trade Secrets to register for your training
apply even if the program has a wait list - often there's movement
Oct 1 is when applications open for the next academic year for most Sept to April programs
if you were a Lakeland College student and have been away for a semester or more, you must reapply for the program
if you are coming back in the fall to the 2nd year of the same program, you don’t have to reapply.

Tips for using Apply Alberta

You leave Lakeland College's website when you click on Apply Alberta. So, we've provided some tips to help you.

MyAlberta Digital ID (MADI)

Alberta Student Number ASN

Everyone who has gone to school in Alberta - from kindergarten to post-secondary - has an Alberta Student Number (ASN).

High School Marks & Courses

Part of your application is filling out both personal and academic profiles.

Congratulations - You're Ready to Apply

You have all the background and tips about using applyalberta

Application Opening Dates

Some people are eager to begin their application.However, you do have to wait until application process is open.

Currently wait listed programs

Any programs with a wait list will be noted here.

If Your Program has a Wait List

We encourage you to apply even if your program has a wait list.

No application fee during Open House

Save $90 during Open House

Your Application Status

When you submit your application and payment, you'll receive a confirmation you should print for your records.

If you're a ...	then you need to...
current Grade 12 student attending an Alberta curriculum school,	email back a list of the courses you are enrolled in - for the first and second semester.
current Grade 12 student attending a school in Lloydminster,	have your school email or fax a transcript showing all of the high school courses you completed in Grade 10 and 11, and confirmation of the courses you’re enrolled in for grade 12. Note: All Lloydminster high schools follow Saskatchewan curriculum. So, we do not receive your transcript electronically from Alberta Education.
current Grade 12 student attending a school outside of Alberta,	have your school email or fax a transcript showing all of the high school courses you completed in Grade 10 and 11, and confirmation of the courses you’re enrolled in for grade 12.
graduate of an Alberta high school,	relax. We will automatically receive your official transcript from Alberta Education. Our admissions team will email you if we need additional information.
graduate of a high school outside of Alberta (including Lloydminster),	mail or drop off an official transcript. To speed up the process, if you have a copy of your transcript you can email it, and then submit the official one later.
graduate with education from outside of Canada,	email copies of your educational documents, including any English Language Proficiency tests.