A study permit refusal doesn't have to be the end of the road, but a low undergraduate percentage (in this case 43%) is a real factor visa officers weigh, and it's worth adjusting your program choice before reapplying.
What group members advised:- A low graduation score raises genuine concerns for the visa officer (VO) and can contribute to refusals — group members were candid that this is a real weakness in the profile, not just paperwork.
- You can still reapply, but outcomes involve an element of chance given the weaker academic profile — don't expect a guaranteed reversal without changing something about the application.
- Consider programs at different institutions that may better match your profile, such as a Project Management program (mentioned: Macewan University, Edmonton) or a Master's in Global Management (mentioned: Royal Roads University) as alternatives to the previously rejected Strategic Global Business Management program at Conestoga College.
Bottom line: if reapplying, don't just resubmit the same program and documents — a lower academic score means the choice of program and how you contextualize your work experience and study plan in the Statement of Purpose matters more.