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VanWest College

532 Leon Ave #104, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 6J68, Canada
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$10,774
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School description

VanWest College is a privately owned Canadian college with two locations in Vancouver and Kelowna, British Columbia. The College is certified by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. Certification by PTIRU assures clients that VanWest College delivers education and training programs that meet and exceed high quality educational standards and student protection.

Highly interactive program courses, taught by industry leaders, are designed to improve students’ communication skills, increase business knowledge and refine job-search and employability skills. Students will acquire the essential real-life skills necessary to be successful in a workplace environment and students in co-op programs will spend approximately 50% of their program time in paid, authentic Canadian job placements. For real learning, real experience and real results, VanWest College is the premiere choice.

Quality Assurance
VanWest has a proven reputation for quality, student satisfaction, and student success.

Student Success
Our students consistently achieve the learning objectives in the programs they choose.

Student Support
Students receive individualized attention from student advisors throughout their programs to track their learning progress.

Comprehensive Training
Our programs prepare students for employment in a wide variety of workplaces.

Professional Instructors
Students will learn from qualified instructors with industry expertise and professional designations.

Designated Learning Institution
VanWest is certified by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the BC Ministry of Advanced Education.

16 Spacious, and bright classrooms with HD Tv’s, electrical sockets, and flexible seating arrangements
A fully equipped computer lab with 19 computers and access to high speed wifi throughout the campus
A student lounge area fitted with numerous microwaves, drinking water coolers, flexible seating, electrical outlets, and sink access
A bright and open patio lounge area with student access throughout the year
Multiple office spaces to welcome students and guests
2 designated meeting rooms for staff, instructors, and teachers

Year opened
2005
Number of classrooms
8

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

University partners

has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in Canada. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Algoma University
Fairleigh Dickinson University
LaSalle Vancouver
Yorkville University

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at VanWest College varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 21. In the summer, the average age is 20.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

Japan
30%
Mexico
15%
South Korea
15%
Brazil
10%
Taiwan
10%
Switzerland
4%
Spain
3%
Argentina
2%
Czech Republic
2%
France
2%
Germany
2%
Hungary
2%
Turkey
2%
Kazakhstan
1%

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
11 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025, 01 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026

School location

Located in the heart of the beautiful Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, Kelowna is an ideal destination for international students looking for a truly Canadian experience. The bright modern campus is an easy walk to both the main bus station and the lake. At VanWest College Kelowna you will be greeted with a warm smile every morning and a feeling of ‘family’ everyday.

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Housing

VanWest College offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

$267
weekly
Age range: 16 - 60 years old
Location: In the city center of Kelowna
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, heating, and garden
Distance to school: 30 - 45 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 11:00 AM
$267
Staying with a Canadian family is an excellent way to improve your English. VanWest College ensures safe, comfortable and friendly host families. Our homestay families have worked with us for many years. Homestays are a wonderful way to experience Canadian culture and learn about the surrounding area while being part of a Canadian family.
student-residence

Student residence (off-campus) - Single-person room - No meals

$244
weekly
Age range: 18 - 60 years old
Address: 765 Copeland, Kelowna, BC V1Y 5S6, Canada
Location: In the city center of Kelowna
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, hardwood, heating, and garden
Distance to school: 15 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
$244
VanWest Kelowna Copeland Residence is located in the heart of Kelowna. Living in the student residence makes it easy for students to meet new people and live in a study-oriented atmosphere. The student residence has easy access to restaurants, shopping mall, movie theatre, and public transportation. It is exclusively offered to full-time students in Kelowna only.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged C$ 25 when you register.

Visit Canada's Citizenship and Immigration website »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Kelowna based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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