In downtown Vancouver, VGC International College combines an English language school with career programmes. Students can study general English or exam preparation, take a pathway into partner colleges and universities, or enrol in co-op diplomas that mix classroom study with paid work terms. As a private college, its programmes are generally not eligible for a post-graduation work permit, so check the rules first.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Official website: vgc.ca
Private college in British Columbia
Downtown Vancouver
English, pathways and co-op diplomas
CA$12,000 – CA$19,000
International students, English and diploma programmes
CA$18,000 – CA$24,000
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 vgc.ca before you apply.
General English
English LanguageDuration
4 to 48 Weeks
Intake
Year-round
Exam Score
Placement test
University Pathway Program
English LanguageDuration
12 to 36 Weeks
Intake
Year-round
Exam Score
Placement test
Business Management Diploma with Co-op
DiplomaDuration
12 to 24 Months
Intake
Multiple intakes
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
Hospitality Management Diploma with Co-op
DiplomaDuration
12 to 24 Months
Intake
Multiple intakes
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
English courses and co-op diplomas under one roof.
Pathways into partner colleges and universities.
A downtown location close to transit.
Co-op students gain Canadian work experience in business and hospitality roles.
Pathway students continue into partner colleges and universities.
Most private college programmes are not eligible for a post-graduation work permit; check first.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
Not applicable
The college is in downtown Vancouver, near SkyTrain, shops and the waterfront. There are no residences, and many students start in homestay.
Vancouver is mild, green and expensive. Shared flats in Burnaby or East Vancouver keep rent lower, and transit makes the commute easy.
Letter of acceptance from VGC International 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
VGC accepts applications year-round. Apply four to six months ahead for diploma programmes that need a study permit; short English courses can be booked closer to the start.
English courses start frequently, and diploma programmes have several intakes a year. Check dates with admissions.
Study permit, applied for through IRCC. You'll upload the acceptance letter from VGC International College, an attestation letter if your programme needs one, proof you can pay tuition and living costs, and then give biometrics.
General English, the university pathway and business and hospitality co-op diplomas are the main options. English courses use a placement test; diplomas need secondary school completion and about IELTS 5.5.
Scholarships are limited, but the college sometimes offers tuition discounts. Ask admissions about current promotions.
