Keyano College

Fort McMurray, Canada Founded 1965

Updated Sep 2026

Overview

Founded: 1965
Institution Type: College

Keyano College is a public community college in Fort McMurray, Alberta, serving the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo in the province's northern region.

It was established in 1965 as the Alberta Vocational Centre and was renamed Keyano College in 1975, becoming a public college under its own Board of Governors in 1978. The college operates from its Clearwater Campus and the Suncor Energy Industrial Centre in Fort McMurray, with additional learning centres serving surrounding communities.

In the 2023-24 academic year it recorded an overall unique headcount of 3,431 students in credit programming. Keyano offers certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships and post-diploma credentials, plus collaborative bachelor's degrees delivered with partner universities, across fields including business, health and human services, education, environmental studies, and trades and heavy industrial technology.

The college also provides academic upgrading, English language instruction and university-transfer pathways, alongside corporate and continuing education training for the region's oil sands-driven economy.

Location & Contact

Below are Keyano College's address, location data, and primary contact channels. These are the basics you'll want before scheduling a campus visit or sending a formal admissions enquiry.

Address: 8115 Franklin Ave
Postal Code: T9H 2H7
Phone: 780-791-4800

Academic Details

Keyano College's key academic numbers — student body size, faculty composition, and accreditation context. Numbers reflect the most recent figures published by the institution and recognised bodies.

Admission Requirements: Domestic applicants must meet program-specific requirements (typically an Alberta high school diploma or equivalent, plus prerequisite courses) and submit a non-refundable $54 CAD application fee through ApplyAlberta.ca. International applicants must be 18 or older (or turning 18 in their first year), submit certified academic transcripts, pay a $107 CAD non-refundable application fee, and prove English Language Proficiency. Accepted proof includes standardized test scores -- most certificate and diploma programs require TOEFL iBT 79 (no section below 19) or IELTS Academic 6.0, rising to TOEFL iBT 86 and IELTS 6.5 for some degree-stream programs -- or three-plus years of full-time education taught in English. Successful applicants must pay a $250 admission deposit ($5,000 for international students) within 10 business days of receiving an offer.
Total Students: 3,431

Programs Offered

Keyano College's teaching programmes are listed below — search or scan by level. International student eligibility varies by programme — some require additional language or visa-pathway checks.

54 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Canada

Bachelor's Degree 4 programmes

Certificate 21 programmes

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Diploma 18 programmes

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Postgraduate Certificate 6 programmes

Trades - Apprenticeship 5 programmes

How to apply to Keyano College

Practical steps to apply to Keyano College, suitable as a starting checklist before contacting the admissions team directly.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Keyano College runs 54 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Before applying to Keyano College, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Canada.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Keyano College's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Submit via the institution

    Lodge your application through the official website (www.keyano.ca). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at 780-791-4800. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Keyano College

Common questions about Keyano College answered concisely, with each answer grounded in the institution's published data.

When did Keyano College open?

Keyano College traces its founding to 1965 (approximately 61 years ago).

Where is Keyano College located?

Keyano College is located in Fort McMurray, Canada.

What is the student enrolment at Keyano College?

Student enrolment at Keyano College is around 3,431.

Where can I learn more about Keyano College?

The institution's website is www.keyano.ca.

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