Coquitlam College is a private college in Coquitlam, east of Vancouver, that has offered university transfer and high school completion since 1982. Students take first- and second-year university courses, often an Associate of Arts, and then move into Simon Fraser University, UBC and other BC universities. The Lougheed SkyTrain station is a short walk away.
Coquitlam, Canada
Official website: coquitlamcollege.com
1982 in Coquitlam
Private university transfer college
Near Lougheed Town Centre SkyTrain
CA$16,000 – CA$20,000
International students, transfer and associate programmes
CA$17,000 – CA$22,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on coquitlamcollege.com before you apply.
Associate of Arts Degree
Associate DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
University Transfer (Business)
Associate DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
University Transfer (Science)
Associate DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
BC High School Completion
High SchoolDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.0, TOEFL: 60
A route into SFU and other BC universities.
Three terms a year.
Small classes compared with large university lectures.
Most students transfer to bachelor's programmes at BC universities.
Associate degree graduates may qualify for a post-graduation work permit; check current rules.
The route suits students who narrowly miss direct university entry.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
The college is a compact building near Lougheed Town Centre, with no campus housing; many students live in homestays.
Coquitlam is a suburb with parks and lakes, and SkyTrain reaches downtown Vancouver in about 35 minutes. Rent is slightly below Vancouver.
Letter of acceptance from Coquitlam College
BC provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
The college accepts applications all year. Apply four to six months before your chosen term.
Terms start in January, May and September.
You'll need a study permit. Coquitlam College sends a letter of acceptance, and most students also need a provincial attestation letter. The permit application goes online to IRCC with proof of funds and biometrics.
The Associate of Arts and business and science transfer streams are the main options. Entry needs high school completion and IELTS 6.0.
Coquitlam College offers some entrance scholarships. Ask admissions for details.
