VanWest College is a privately owned Canadian college with locations in Vancouver and Kelowna, British Columbia, operating since 1988.
VanWest College is a privately owned Canadian college with two locations in Vancouver and Kelowna, British Columbia. The college has been operating since 1988. Its vision is to be a leader in quality education and training in a safe, inclusive environment that promotes global citizenship. Its mission is to provide support and excellence in education and training so students have the best learning experience possible.
The college is certified by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. It is designated as a Designated Learning Institution by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the BC Ministry of Advanced Education. The college is also associated with the Education Quality Assurance Designation (EQA) and Languages Canada accreditation.
Students in co-op programs spend approximately 50% of their program time in paid, authentic Canadian job placements. Student advisors provide individualized attention throughout programs to track learning progress.
The Vancouver campus has 16 spacious, bright classrooms with HD TVs and a fully equipped computer lab with 19 computers and high-speed wifi. VanWest Vancouver is located in the heart of downtown, within a short walk of key attractions. The Kelowna campus has 8 classrooms and a student lounge with microwaves, drinking water coolers, flexible seating, electrical outlets, and sink access. The Kelowna campus is an easy walk to both the main bus station and the lake. Accommodation options include the Kelowna Copeland Student Residence, Vancouver downtown residences (Thurlow and Nelson), and homestay accommodation.
Prospective students are asked to meet an Academic Admission Requirement and an English Admission Requirement.