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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.vanwestcollege.caCanadaQS #8 World📊 Live dataPartial catalogue
VanWest College
VanWest College is a public institution of higher education located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It was established in 1990 and offers a wide range of programs and courses to its students. The college is known for its strong focus on practical, hands-on learning and has a diverse student body that includes both local and international students. VanWest College is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all its students.
Key Facts
QS World Rank
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Live portal snapshot
Outlook #120 · 2023QS World #150 · 2023US News #180 · 2023Times Higher Education #200 · 2023NIRF #5 · 2022Shanghai #100 · 2022
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
8/10
Diversity
6/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
$12 avg starting salary
75% placement rate
Top Recruiters
Major regional employers (sector-dependent)
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Student Life
25,000 students (5,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
LibrarySports ComplexStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for Canada: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier