Arbutus College
Vancouver, Canada
"A private career college in Vancouver with business and hospitality co-op diplomas"
At a Glance
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About Arbutus College
Arbutus College of Communication, Arts, Business and Technology is a private career college at 473 West Hastings Street in downtown Vancouver. It is regulated by BC's Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) and holds BC Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation. Arbutus offers short certificates and diplomas, many with co-op or practicum, in business management, hospitality, marketing, supply chain, international trade, translation and interpreting, and medical office assistant. Programmes run from 3 to 24 months.
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Accreditations & Memberships
BC PTIB regulated
BC Education Quality Assurance (EQA)
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Key Facts
2002 (approx.)
Founded
Private career college
Type
3 to 24 months
Programmes
473 W Hastings St, Vancouver
Campus
Co-op and practicum diplomas
Co-op
Popular Programs
Business Management
Hospitality Management
Marketing
Operations and Supply Chain
International Trade
Translation and Interpreting
Medical Office Assistant
Application Details
Application Fee
CAD 200
Insurance Fee
CAD 220
Starts
Several starts a year
Entry
Grade 12 or equivalent
PGWP
Not eligible (private college)
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic
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5.0 (approx.) |
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TOEFL iBT
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64 (approx.) |
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Higher-level diplomas
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Higher score per programme |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
N/A (not PGWP-eligible)
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
CAD 200
Avg Scholarship
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Career Outcomes
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Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Class Size — Small classes
Delivery — Full-time and part-time
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Campus & Location
Arbutus College is a single-campus college at 473 West Hastings Street in downtown Vancouver, close to Waterfront Station and about 10 minutes from Stanley Park.
Campus Details
Downtown
Vancouver campus; co-op and practicum programmes
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
No residence; off-campus rental
Dining
Downtown Vancouver food courts nearby
Health & Wellness
Medical insurance fee CAD 220
Activities & Clubs
Career services
Co-op placement support
Diversity & Demographics
Level
Certificates and diplomas
Students
Domestic and international
Cost Deep-Dive
Business Diploma (6 mo)
CAD 8,750
Business Co-op Dip (12 mo)
CAD 10,295
Honours Co-op Dip (24 mo)
CAD 15,975
Medical Office Asst (8 mo)
CAD 10,835
Hospitality Co-op (12 mo)
CAD 10,685
Intakes & Deadlines
Arbutus College has several start dates through the year and accepts applications on a rolling basis. Check the programme start-date list on arbutuscollege.com before applying.
Scholarships at Arbutus College
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Grade 12 or equivalent, plus proof of English (2-3 years of English-medium schooling or an approved test). Programmes last 3-24 months; some need higher English.
Postgraduate
Not offered. Arbutus College offers certificates and diplomas only.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
5.0 (approx.)TOEFL iBT
Higher-level diplomas
Higher score per programmeRequired Documents
Valid passport
Class 12 marksheet
English test score or English-medium proof
Letter of Acceptance
Proof of funds
Tuition payment receipt
Application Process
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Choose programme
Pick a certificate or diploma and its start date.
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Apply
Send the application with the CAD 200 fee and documents.
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Offer
Receive your letter of acceptance.
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Pay tuition
Pay tuition through Flywire.
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Visa
Apply for the right permit; private college programmes are not PGWP-eligible.
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Start
Join on your start date; co-op runs after the study term.
Campus & Location
Arbutus College is a single-campus college at 473 West Hastings Street in downtown Vancouver, close to Waterfront Station and about 10 minutes from Stanley Park.
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Marketing Honours Co-op Diploma
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