Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Polytechnic/University

Surrey, British Columbia · Founded 1981

Enrollment

18,000+ students

Degree Granting

Yes

Campuses

Multiple campuses

Website

www.kpu.ca

Acceptance Rate

80%

Address

12666 72 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 2M8

QS Ranking

Not ranked

Application Fee (2026 Est.)

$45 CAD

Notable Distinctions

Polytechnic-university hybrid; strong technology

Programs & Specializations

Business Technology Trades Applied Sciences Design

Most Popular Programs

Business Nursing Design Brewing & Brewery Operations Criminology Information Technology Horticulture Journalism

About

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is a polytechnic university in Metro Vancouver with campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale. KPU is unique in offering both degree programs and hands-on polytechnic training, including one of the few brewing and brewery operations programs in Canada. The Wilson School of Design is nationally recognized, and KPU's nursing and business programs serve the rapidly growing South Fraser region.