CAPILANO UNIVERSITY
Country:
Canada
Location:
North Vancouver, British Columbia
Airport:
Vancouver International Airport
School type:
Public
Admissions level:
  • Undergraduate - ESL/ Pathway/ Direct
  • Graduate - ESL/ Pathway/ Direct
Rankings & Recognition:

First BC public institution with US accreditation by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Key facts:
  • 11,000+ students from 83 countries with 100 higher education programs.
  • Program options are in line with the BC Skills for Jobs Blueprint, ensuring that graduates are qualified for the highest-demand positions in the state.
  • Small class sizes and personalized attention: 20 average number of students in a class.
  • 96% of bachelor’s degree graduates are satisfied with their CapU education (BC Student Outcomes Bachelor’s Degree Survey).
Why this school?

CAPILANO UNIVERSITY

Capilano University (CapU), which was established in 1968, is a post-secondary educational institution that encourages creativity sparked by curiosity and imagination. The Bachelor of Business Administration degree, the 3D Animation for Film and Games certificate, and the Health Care Assistant certificate are just a few of CapU's programs that are meant to give you a head start on a practical career.

To guarantee that you receive the guidance and support you need to succeed, CapU classes are kept small. Almost all programs incorporate practical or job-integrated learning, which can take the form of co-ops, practicums, applied research projects, work experience, and more. With the help of experienced instructors who are here to guide and advise you, you will learn information that is essential to your field of study. Additionally, you will make new friends and get in touch with student mentors who are eager to introduce you to CapU and our wealth of resources aimed at student success.

Scholarships

Not available

Costs

Tuition:

  • Undergraduate: $20,625 - $39,491/ year
  • Graduate: $26,979 - $28,551/ year

Room & Board: $13,900/ year

Entry requirements

Level

Undergraduate 

(Direct Admission)

Graduate 

(Direct Admission)

Transcript 

GPA 3.0+

GPA 3.0+

Transcript evaluation

No

No

English proficiency

IELTS 6.5+/ TOEFL 83+

IELTS 6.5+/ TOEFL 83+

Standardized test:

  • Undergraduate: SAT/ACT
  • Graduate: GMAT/GRE

No

No

Special requirements: Portfolio, audition, interview, work experience, etc.


Varies by program.

For details, please see Specific Requirements



Resume

Personal statement

Recommendation letter

Application fee

$135

$135

Programs

ALL PROGRAMS

  • Business: Business Administration, Tourism Management, Outdoor Recreation Management.
  • Arts & Design: Motion Picture, 2D Animation & Visual Development, 3D Animation for Film & Games, Costuming, Music, Acting, Drama, Communication, Visual Effects.
  • Social Sciences & Education: Psychology, Creative Writing, Legal Studies, Early Childhood.
  • Health & Human Services: Autism, Kinesiology, Rehabilitation Assistant.
Application deadlines
  • Fall intake: May 15
  • Spring intake: October 15
  • Summer intake: February 15

For details, please see Specific Deadlines

Location
Only a short distance from downtown Vancouver, North Vancouver is characterized by its natural beauty and mild weather. The area is home to some of the most spectacular mountain biking and hiking trails on the planet along with stunning views along its waterfront.