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University Canada West

Why University Canada West?

Established in 2004, University Canada West (UCW) is a university with a clear vision—to put its students at the heart of everything. From the first moment you step on campus to your graduation, every experience UCW offers is tailored to give you the best possible start in your career.
 
UCW strives to be a premium provider of higher education with a renewed focus on student experience. The university foster an academically stimulating environment that produces successful and well-prepared graduates in North America.
 
Classes at the UCW are kept small, so you’ll always get to know your classmates and benefit from the one-to-one time you need with your professors. The professors use their years of experience to impart the knowledge and skillset needed to succeed in a competitive marketplace.

EC Quick Facts

Which EC course should I take

  • Intensive Course (30 lessons per week)

IELTS/TOEFL waiver granted for students who complete:

Graduates of the agreed pathway level with EC
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Conditional admissions offered for
  • Bachelor of Commerce
  • Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communication
  • Master of Business Administration
Annual Tuition
  • Undergraduate Degrees 
    $18,900 (Year 1 to 3)
    $6,300 (Year 4)
     
    MBA
    $19,440 (Year 1)
    $15,120 (Year 2)

Location

University Canada West
Suite 100 - 626 West Pender Street, 
Vancouver, BC V6B 1V9

Application Information

Application deadlines

University Canada West has four terms per year.
 
Term Dates: 
  • September Term > September 28, 2015 to December 20, 2015
  • January Term > January 4, 2016 to March 26, 2016
  • April Term > April 4, 2016 to June 26, 2016
  • July Term > July 4, 2016 to September 25, 2016 
  • Bachelor : at least 15 business days prior to the start date of the preferred term
  • Master: at least 25 business days prior to the start date of the preferred term 

 

Application Requirements

UCW Student application process

  • Step 1: Prepare necessary documents for admission
  • Step 2: Pay your non-refundable tuition deposit for the first term 
  • Step 3: Registrar’s Office will issue you a Letter of Acceptance, for your student visa application.
  • Step 4: Apply for your student visa at the Canadian visa office. 
  • Step 5: Make your travel arrangements and ensure you arrive on campus prior to the start of orientation.

What do I need to apply?

 Bachelor Application checklist:

  • Completed application form
  • Official Transcripts and Diploma 
  • Resume/CV
  • Letter of Intent
  • 2 Reference Letters
  • Passport Bio-page and Passport photo
 
MBA Application checklist:
  • Completed application form
  • Official Transcripts and Degree
  • Resume/CV
  • Letter of Intent
  • 2 Reference Letters
  • Passport Bio-page and Passport photo
REQUIREMENTS
 
Undergraduate: 
High School (Grade 12) diploma or equivalent with an overall average of C or better (2.00/4.33)
 
OR
  • Twenty-one years of age or older and out of high school for at least two years and,
  • Documented success through academic, professional or volunteer activities
MBA:
  • A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 out of 4.33 scale (or equivalent) or better; and one of the following: 
   * Acceptable score on the GMAT or the GRE that has been written in the last 5 years
 
   * An appropriate Canadian professional designation or equivalent international designation (such as CPA, CA, CGA, CMA, CHRP, P.Eng etc)
 
   * A Bachelor degree in Business Administration (BBA) or Commerce (BComm) or equivalent  
 
   * 5+ years of management experience with evidence of career progression
 
 See school website for details: https://ucanwest.ca/admissions/apply