All Levels
Douglas International Regional Entrance Award
CAD 1,000 - 2,000 (automatic)
Douglas College
New Westminster, Canada
"BC's largest college, with degrees, diplomas and post-degree programmes"
At a Glance
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PSW VISA
PGWP (degrees + listed fields)
About Douglas College
Douglas College was founded in 1970 and named after Sir James Douglas, a former governor of British Columbia. It is the largest college in BC, with campuses in New Westminster and Coquitlam and a training centre in Surrey. Around 25,000 students, including more than 4,000 international students from 90+ countries, study bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, diplomas and 1-2 year post-degree diplomas in business, computing, health, human services and creative arts. The student-to-faculty ratio is 17:1 and its tuition is among the lowest in Metro Vancouver.
Rankings & Recognition
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Accreditations & Memberships
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan)
BC Transfer System (BCCAT)
CCAA / PACWEST (Royals)
Designated Learning Institution
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Douglas College's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1970
Founded
25,000+
Total Students
4,000+ from 92 countries
International
17 : 1
Student : Faculty
8,449 (2024-25)
FTE Students
Popular Programs
Accounting and Finance (PBD)
Computer and Information Systems
Data Analytics
Cybersecurity
Health Information Management
Project Management
International Supply Chain
Digital Marketing
Application Details
Application Fee
CAD 100
Sept 2027 Deadline
31 May 2027
Jan 2027 Deadline
30 September 2026
May 2027 Deadline
31 January 2027
Diploma Average
60% + Maths 11 (C)
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 (approx.) |
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TOEFL iBT
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83 (approx.) |
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PTE Academic
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56 (approx.) |
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Duolingo English Test
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110 (approx.) |
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Award level
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IELTS 7.0+ for entrance award |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
PGWP: degrees + listed fields
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
CAD 100
Avg Scholarship
CAD 1,000 - 2,000 (entrance)
Career Outcomes
PGWP (degrees + listed fields)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Student : Faculty — 17 : 1
Campuses — New Westminster, Coquitlam
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Douglas College has two main campuses in Metro Vancouver: New Westminster (700 Royal Avenue, next to New Westminster SkyTrain) and David Lam campus in Coquitlam, plus the Anvil Centre and a training centre in Surrey.
Campus Details
New
Westminster
Coquitlam
(David Lam)
Surrey
training centre
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
No residence; homestay or rentals near SkyTrain
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
Total Students
25,000+
International
4,000+ (approx. 18%)
Nationalities
90+
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (Intl)
CAD 662.50 per credit
Per Semester (12 credits)
CAD 7,950
Per Year (30 credits)
CAD 19,875
Study permit + biometrics
CAD 150 + CAD 85
Work rights
24 hrs/week off-campus
Intakes & Deadlines
Douglas has three starts: September (apply 1 Oct - 31 May), January (1 Feb - 30 Sept) and May (1 June - 31 Jan). Popular post-degree diplomas fill early, so apply as soon as the window opens.
Scholarships at Douglas College
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Entrance merit award
Dr. Guangwei Ouyang International Education Entrance Scholarship
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 with at least 60% average and Maths 11 (C) for diplomas; IELTS 6.5 (approx.). Diplomas 2 years, degrees 4 years; many general diplomas are not PGWP-eligible.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's degree for 1-2 year post-degree / post-baccalaureate diplomas (e.g. Accounting, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity); IELTS 6.5 (approx.). Check PGWP field eligibility.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.5 (approx.)TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Duolingo English Test
110 (approx.)Award level
IELTS 7.0+ for entrance awardRequired 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
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Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on douglascollege.ca.
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Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
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Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the tuition deposit.
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PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
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Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
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Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
Douglas College has two main campuses in Metro Vancouver: New Westminster (700 Royal Avenue, next to New Westminster SkyTrain) and David Lam campus in Coquitlam, plus the Anvil Centre and a training centre in Surrey.
Post-Degree Diploma
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Douglas College
📍 New Westminster
Post-Degree Diploma
Post-Degree Diploma in Accounting and Finance
Douglas College
📍 New Westminster
Post-Degree Diploma
Post-Degree Diploma in Computer and Information Systems
Douglas College
📍 New Westminster
Post-Degree Diploma
Post-Degree Diploma in Health Information Management
Diploma
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📍 New Westminster
Diploma
General Business Diploma
Bachelor's
1
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📍 New Westminster
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