Bachelor's
International Entrance and Performance Award
Up to CAD 18,000 (4-yr degree)
Capilano University
North Vancouver, Canada
"A teaching-focused BC university known for arts, film, business and tourism"
At a Glance
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PSW VISA
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
About Capilano University
Capilano University (CapU) began as Capilano College in 1968 and became a university in 2008. It is a public teaching university in North Vancouver, about 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver, with campuses also in Lonsdale, Squamish and Sechelt. CapU has five faculties and around 100 programmes, and is especially known for film, animation, performing arts, music, business, tourism and hospitality. It was the first Canadian university accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (2012). Classes average 24 students.
Rankings & Recognition
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Accreditations & Memberships
Universities Canada
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan)
NWCCU accredited (since 2012)
CBIE
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Capilano University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1968 (university 2008)
Founded
9,958
Students (credit)
100+
Programmes
24 students
Average Class Size
4 incl. Squamish
Campuses
Popular Programs
Business Administration (BBA)
Tourism Management
Motion Picture Arts
IDEA School of Design
Animation
Kinesiology
Jazz Studies
Early Childhood Care
Application Details
Application Fee (Intl)
CAD 135
Tuition Deposit
CAD 5,000
Summer 2027 Deadline
31 January 2027
Fall 2027 Deadline
31 March 2027
Spring 2027 Deadline
30 September 2026
Proof of funds (2026)
CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic
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6.5 |
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TOEFL iBT
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83 |
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Duolingo English Test
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125 |
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PTE Academic
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Accepted (see CapU table) |
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EAP pathway
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Available below cut-off |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
CAD 135
Avg Scholarship
Up to CAD 18,000 (4-yr degree)
Career Outcomes
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculties — 5
Average Class Size — 24
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Notable Alumni
Grammy and Juno Award-winning musicians
Governor General Award winners
Campus & Location
CapU's main campus is at 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. It also has the Lonsdale campus, the Squamish campus (opened Fall 2024) and the kalax-ay Sunshine Coast campus in Sechelt.
Campus Details
North
Vancouver
Lonsdale
Squamish
Sechelt
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Squamish residence; North Shore rentals / homestay
Dining
Campus dining halls and food courts
Health & Wellness
Provincial or university health plan required
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Varsity sports
Career services
Diversity & Demographics
Students (credit)
9,958
FTE Students
3,775 (2024-25)
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (Intl, 10 courses)
From CAD 19,707 / year
Tuition Deposit
CAD 5,000
Application Fee
CAD 135
Study permit + biometrics
CAD 150 + CAD 85
Work rights
24 hrs/week off-campus
Intakes & Deadlines
CapU has three intakes: Spring (January, apply by 30 September), Summer (May, apply by 31 January) and Fall (September, apply by 31 March). For January 2027 the deadline was 30 September 2026; next are May 2027 and September 2027.
Scholarships at Capilano University
2 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 (India) equal to BC Grade 12 with English; admissions GPA 2.5+ for the entrance award. IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 83 / Duolingo 125. Degrees 4 years; diplomas 2 years.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree for post-baccalaureate diplomas and graduate certificates (e.g. Applied Behaviour Analysis, International Management); IELTS 6.5. Most run 1-2 years.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
Duolingo English Test
PTE Academic
Accepted (see CapU table)EAP pathway
Available below cut-offRequired Documents
Valid passport
Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
PAL / TAL or CAQ
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG)
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report
Proof of funds (GIC / bank / loan)
Statement of purpose
Tuition deposit receipt
Upfront medical exam
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on capilanou.ca.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
3
Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the CAD 5,000 tuition deposit.
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PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
5
Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
6
Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
CapU's main campus is at 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. It also has the Lonsdale campus, the Squamish campus (opened Fall 2024) and the kalax-ay Sunshine Coast campus in Sechelt.
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