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Columbia College
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Columbia College University Overview
Established in 1936, Columbia College proudly serves as one of Canada’s longest established international not-for-profit colleges. Thousands of Canadian and international students have completed their qualifications at Columbia College and used these as a platform for successful university careers.
Over the years, Columbia College has consistently been one of the top three providers of international students to the University of British Columbia. Columbia College also sends large numbers of students to Simon Fraser University, Vancouver’s other major university.
Columbia College is an independent charity that offers first and second-year university level courses that can lead to a Columbia College Associate Degree and are fully transferable to local universities. Columbia College also offers High School programs, including a British Columbia Ministry of Education Certified Senior Secondary Program and an English for Academic Purposes Program that is accredited by Languages Canada.
CAD 12000
Living Cost
CAD 16000-16500
Undergraduate
University Facts
Established in 1936
Programmes 15 Available
Total Students 2100+
Total Int. Students 1500+
Columbia College Admission Requirement
The following requirements must be fulfilled to get admitted to Columbia College
- International students are considered on 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.
Minimum IELTS Score
6+
Undergraduate
Graduate
Columbia College All Programs(15)
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
24mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
24mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
24mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
24mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
24mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
24mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
24mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
24mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
24mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
48mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
48mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
48mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
48mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
48mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 200
Application Fee
48mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
70
Min GPA
Columbia College Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Approximate Tuition Fee Per Year
16000 - 16500 Per year
Undergraduate(CAD)
CAD14300Tuition Fee
CAD12000Living Cost
Comparison with other universities of similar tier
Columbia College Features
- Academic Counseling
- Accomodation (On Campus)
- Campus Security
- Career Support
- Health Insurance
- Internet Services
- Library Services
- Mental Health Services
- Orientation for new students
- Parking and Transit
- Recruitment Services
- Scholarships and Awards
- Social and Cultural Events
- Sports & Recreation Facilities
- Student Club and Socities
- Student Leaderships
- Student Unions and Associations
- Study & Work Permit
- Volunteer & Community Outreach Programme
- Student Learning Centre
- University Transfer Options
- Academic/Career Portals
Columbia College Students
Columbia College Scholarships
Columbia College Map and Location
438 Terminal Ave, Vancouver, BC V6A 0C1, Canada
https://www.columbiacollege.ca/
Columbia College FAQ
Have questions? We’ve answered some common ones. To know more, click here.
TOEFL, IELTS and some other English tests are accepted.
Yes, students from Columbia College can transfer to universities in British Columbia.
No.
No. But it offers homestay accommodation with Canadian families.
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