Founded: 1965 Total Students: 15,000+
Int. Students: 600+
Overview
Located in the heart of the city, Vancouver Community College (VCC) offers academic, cultural, and social environments that inspire relevant real-world training. Our on campus facilities - including gourmet restaurants, an auto shop, and salon and spa - allow students to hone their skills and training while providing high-quality lower-cost services to the Downtown and East Vancouver communities.
VCC is proud to inspire a new generation of students to discover their passions, gain essential skills, and learn what it takes to succeed in a competitive workforce. With over 15,000 students, including a growing number of Aboriginal and International learners, 1,100 employees and an annual budget of $105 million, VCC is a key player in the post-secondary landscape in B.C. Our connections to industry ensure that our students have direct access to employers while our model of access and our partnerships across the post-secondary sector assist students to reach their goals at any stage of their educational journey.
Students Life
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*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
English Score Requirement
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MINIMUM TOEFL IBT
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Note: Language proficiency requirements can vary on program basis.
Admission Requirements
The following requirements must be fulfilled to get admitted to Vancouver Community College:
- International students are considered on a case-by-case basis. There can be some additional requirements, depending on the program you are applying to.
- Students are required to submit their original transcripts from their last attended academic institutions. If they are not in English, then submit the translated copies of the same along with the originals.
- Should provide the certificate issued by the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) that compares educational credentials from other countries to educational standards in Canada.
- Applicants must be 18 years old at the time of the beginning of the course.
- You need to submit your English language proficiency test scores if you are coming from a non-English speaking country.
Please note: If you are not a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada, you must obtain a valid study permit before you come to Canada.
Opportunities
Vancouver Community College has outdone itself with the best possible academic services and high employability rates. The students are beyond satisfied with the college administration and the way they help their students out with job and placements.
- Career Counseling and Academic Advising
- Job Recruitments and fairs
- Co-op Education Program
- Resume, CV and Cover Letter Building
- Mock Interviews
- Exploring Careers and Research Employers
- Career Cruising and Online Job Portals
Accomodation
Homestay
We encourage international students to experience life with a Canadian family until they become accustomed to their new surroundings. Homestay is a safe and secure choice, providing students with the opportunity to practice English outside the classroom and learn about the Canadian way of life. Liane's Vancouver Homestay places VCC international students with homestay families that provide the following:
- Private bedroom with a bed, bedding, dresser, desk, chair, desk lamp, closet
- Shared common areas of the house including bathroom, kitchen, and TV room
- Use of telephone and laundry facilities
- Three meals per day (be sure to check with your Homestay family for exact meal times)
Other Accommodation Options
There are many accommodation options for students in Metro Vancouver. Examples include homestays, furnished and unfurnished rentals in houses, basement suites, condominiums and apartments.
Resources for locating available housing can be found online through Google search:
- GEC Residence - Student Housing
- Rent Hello
- Search4Studenthousing
- YWCA Residence
- Zoeken Canada
- Craigslist
- Kijiji
Other resources include newspapers and local communities:
- The Vancouver Sun
- Local newspapers in other languages
- Private ads on bulletin boards at VCC and in local community centres
Student Support
We offer a wide range of services to help you get the most out of your time at VCC.
- Advising Services
- Bookstore
- Career Guidance
- Child Care
- Counseling
- Disability Services
- Dispute Resolution
- Indigenous Services
- Interpreting Services
- Library
- Tutoring
Scholarships
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Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
250 W Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S9, Canada