Universities
- British Columbia -

Capilano University
Capilano University is a teaching-focused university striving to instill knowledge, skills, motivation and attitudes and enable students to become independent thinkers and learners, and to contribute effectively in a rapidly changing world.
Campus: North Vancouver, Squamish, Sunshine Coast
ESL: Yes
Intake: January, May, September
Hot programs: Tourism, Business, Self-Employment and Entrepreneurship…
Capilano University does not only offer a wide range of programs, we also provide services that support our students to succeed in their current studies, in their ongoing education, in their chosen careers, in their lifelong pursuit of knowledge, and in their contribution as responsible citizens in a rapidly changing and diverse global community.
School Website: http://www.capilanou.ca
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Fairleigh Dickinson University is a center of academic excellence dedicated to the preparation of world citizens through global education.
Campus: Vancouver, Morris County (New Jersey), Teaneck (New Jersey), Wroxton (England)
ESL: Yes
Intake: January, May, September
Hot Programs: BBA, Bachelor in IT
Fairleigh Dickinson University strives to provide students with the multi-disciplinary, intercultural, and ethical understandings necessary to participate, lead, and prosper in the global marketplace of ideas, commerce and culture.
Today, FDU offers over 100 degree programs at the associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctor's levels. Its wide range of offerings, coupled with the depth and expertise of its faculty, has Fairleigh Dickinson University poised to serve the citizens of New Jersey and beyond.
School Website: http://www.fdu.edu/
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Kwantlen students have a unique opportunity to bridge certificate and diploma credentials into bachelor's degrees, creating the option of academic and professional enhancement of applied and technical programs.
Campus: Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale, Langley
ESL: Yes
Intake: January, May, September
Hot Programs: Accounting, Product Design, Fashion
Established by the government of British Columbia in 1981, Kwantlen, now Kwantlen Polytechnic University, has four campuses located in the Metro Vancouver region of British Columbia. Kwantlen offers bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates and citations in more than 200 programs. More than 17,500 students annually attend Kwantlen campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley and Cloverdale. Kwantlen Polytechnic University develops degree programs and other applied credentials to successfully meet the evolving needs of regional and global employment markets. Kwantlen currently offers several degrees, with more to come in the future.
School Website: http://www.kwantlen.ca
Royal Roads University
Royal Roads University exists to provide high quality, innovative, competitively priced applied post-secondary education to career-focused students in Canada and abroad in a manner which meets their needs, is financially self-sufficient and is socially and environmentally responsible.
Campus: Victoria
ESL: Yes
Intake: January, September
Hot Programs: International Hotel Management, Global Tourism Management
At Royal Roads University, we’re proud to have students from around the world choose us to help them continue on their path to higher learning.
RRU offers a relevant and practical education to give you the tools, training, and understanding required to be successful in the global marketplace. In addition to their full-time on-campus programs, their Blended Learning model, online studies combined with intensive, on-campus residencies, is led by instructors with real-world experience and features course materials created with the input of industry professionals.
School Website: http://www.royalroads.ca/
Thompson River University
Thompson Rivers University is a comprehensive Canadian university offering Masters and Bachelor degrees as well as college, technology and trades, distance education, and English language programs.
Campus: Kamloops
ESL: Yes
Intake: January, May, September
Hot Programs: MBA, Econ, Business
About TRU: Based in Kamloops, British Columbia, TRU is a leading destination in Canada for international students. International enrolment now exceeds 1,750 students per semester, with students coming from 85 nations worldwide.
In addition, the university is engaged in 50 bilateral student exchange agreements with partner institutions around the world. TRU is also a member of the Washington, DC-based International Student Exchange Program (ISEP). Through ISEP, TRU students are also able to take advantage of more than 100 exchange opportunities around the world.
School Website: http://www.tru.ca
Trinity Western University
Trinity Western is a Christian University legislated by British Columbia to serve the public. Recognized for quality, TWU has received seven consecutive A+ rankings for Quality of Teaching and Learning (previously called Quality of Education), holds three Canada Research Chairs, and wins national championships in CIS sports.
Campus: Langley, Richmond, Salt Spring Island, Ottawa (Ontario), Bellingham (Washington)
ESL: Yes
Intake: January, May, September
Hot Programs: Leadership
About TRU: Trinity Western University welcomes students from around the world. At TWU, you can choose from a wide variety of programs and experience a high quality of education in a friendly and safe campus environment.
TWU are known for transformative, quality education. Out of 57 universities across Canada, TWU is the only one to maintain its A+ ranking in Quality of Teaching and Learning (formerly Quality of Education) for seven years running. We are also recognized under the B.C. Ministry of Advanced Education's Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation for providing quality post-secondary education.
School Website: http://www.twu.ca
University Canada West
A business-oriented, teaching-intensive university, University Canada West degrees will prepare you to be an effective leader in the workplace.
Campus: Vancouver
ESL: Yes
Intake: January, May, September
Hot Programs: MBA, Commerce, Media and Communication
About UCW: University Canada West is a contemporary independent university located in the heart of vibrant Vancouver. Established in 2004, UCW offers a range of career-focused programs including the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication and Master of Business Administration. Courses are offered at downtown Vancouver campus and online too. Offering courses online brings flexibility to education, allowing those who may not have otherwise had the opportunity to gain respected qualifications.
School Website: http://www.ucanwest.ca/
University of Fraser Valley
University of Fraser Valley is recognized nationally for student success, an excellent learning environment, creative integration of programming, and our work with local communities.
Campus: Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Hope, India
ESL: Yes
Intake: January, May, September
Hot Programs: Economics, Aviation, Adult Education, Criminal Justice, Agriculture Management
UFV is consistently ranked as one of the top universities in the country by the Globe and Mail's Canadian University Report. It is UFV’s vision to provide the best undergraduate education in Canada and to be a leader of the social, cultural, economic and environmentally-responsible development of the Fraser Valley. UFV will measure its success by the successes of its graduates and the successful development of the communities they serve. In achieving its goals, UFV has committed to being innovative, entrepreneurial and accountable.
School Website: http://www.ufv.ca/
University of Victoria
UVic is ranked #11 globally and first in Canada among universities less than 50 years old by Times Higher Education (THE).
Campus: Victoria
ESL: Yes
Intake: January, May, July*, September *some programs only
Hot programs: MBA, Commerce, Business, Economics, Computer Engineer, Visual Arts,
ESL + Academic Pathway Program…etc
UVic is also ranked in THE's elite global list of the top 200 universities, which includes approximately one per cent of the world's best institutions. The University of Victoria offers innovative programs for more than 20,000 students on our diverse and welcoming West Coast campus. UVic's deep commitment to students, inspired teaching, internationally renowned research and opportunities for real-life learning set them apart.
School Website: http://www.uvic.ca/
Vancouver Island University


VIU is located in smaller, comfortable communities that are near larger cities and attractions. Being in the mid-Vancouver Island region gives you the opportunity to be near it all — forests, the ocean, lakes and trails, small communities and big cities like Vancouver.
Campus: Nanaimo, Cowichan, Parksville·Qualicum Center, Powell River
ESL: Yes
Intake: Variable
Hot Programs: MBA, Commerce, Tourism Management
Vancouver Island University offers a variety of certificate, diploma, and degree programs. Our programs provide training in academic, vocational, and technical fields and range from basic literacy to university degrees. Each degree, diploma, or certificate has set criteria that must be completed to an acceptable standard.
School Website: http://www.viu.ca/
Vancouver Island University
VIU is located in smaller, comfortable communities that are near larger cities and attractions. Being in the mid-Vancouver Island region gives you the opportunity to be near it all — forests, the ocean, lakes and trails, small communities and big cities like Vancouver.
Campus: Nanaimo, Cowichan, Parksville·Qualicum Center, Powell River
ESL: Yes
Intake: Variable
Hot Programs: MBA, Commerce, Tourism Management
Vancouver Island University offers a variety of certificate, diploma, and degree programs. Our programs provide training in academic, vocational, and technical fields and range from basic literacy to university degrees. Each degree, diploma, or certificate has set criteria that must be completed to an acceptable standard.
School Website: http://www.viu.ca/
University of Northern British Columbia


UNBC is located in the landscape of Northern British Columbia, which has the absolute advantage of environment to let students exploring for the nature. Students who are interested in environmental planning, geography, or science should consider UNBC as your choice!
Campus: Prince George, Peace River-Liard, Northwest, South-central, Wilp Wilxo'oskwhl Nisga'a
Semester: Janurary, May, September
Intake: International Undergraduate Pathway Program (IUPP)
Hot Programs: Applied Science, Science, Nursing
UNBC provides undergraduate, graduate, and PhD levels of degree programs for students. Besides, students can also start from certificates' and diplomas' courses that UNBC offered and work towards a degree. International Undergraduate Pathway Program (IUPP) is an 8 months of academic preparation program for international students who are academically qualified to begin their undergraduate studies, but are not yet prepared to study in an academic English language environment. Students in IUPP can improve their English language ability in order to transfer to undergraduate programs. After completing IUPP, students will earn 18 academic credits towards their undergraduate degree programs and start studying undergraduate level of courses at UNBC.
School Website: http://www.unbc.ca/