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University Canada West

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Overview

Established in 2005, the University Canada West is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Vancouver (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), British Columbia. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills of British Columbia, University Canada West (UCW) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: under-250 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. University Canada West (UCW) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 19-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UCW also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University Canada West's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University Canada West's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

University Canada West' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

University Canada West's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym UCW
Founded 2005
Motto Learning that Fits
Colours Red and white
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 626 West Pender Street, Suite 100
Vancouver
V6B 1V9 British Columbia
Canada
University Canada West's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University Canada West Phone Number +1 (778) 655 3702
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University Canada West's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University Canada West's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University Canada West's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University Canada West.

University Canada West: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
International
students
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University Canada West's admission information.

University Canada West's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University Canada West's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University Canada West a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University Canada West's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University Canada West's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


University Canada West's Admission Office Admission Office

626 West Pender Street, Suite 100
Vancouver V6B 1V9
800 288 9502
(877) 431 6887

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University Canada West.

University Canada West's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University Canada West has an enrollment range of under-250 students making it a very small-sized institution.


University Canada West's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of under-50 academic employees (Faculty).


University Canada West's Control Type Control Type

University Canada West is a private higher education institution.


University Canada West's Entity Type Entity Type

University Canada West is a for-profit higher education institution.


University Canada West's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University Canada West's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Unconventional type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University Canada West does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University Canada West's main facilities:


University Canada West's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University Canada West's Library


University Canada West's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University Canada West's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University Canada West's main services:


University Canada West's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University Canada West's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

University Canada West's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University Canada West's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University Canada West's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University Canada West's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University Canada West is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills of British Columbia


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University Canada West's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U)
  • International Association of Universities (IAU)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

University Canada West's Facebook page University Canada West's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University Canada West's X (formerly Twitter) page University Canada West's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University Canada West's YouTube channel University Canada West's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University Canada West's Instagram page University Canada West's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University Canada West's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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