A large, practical Metro Vancouver college known for career-focused diplomas, degrees and university transfer pathways.
Douglas College is a public college serving Metro Vancouver, offering diplomas, associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, certificates and post-degree programs. It is known for small classes, applied learning and flexible routes into university.
Students can start with first- and second-year arts, science and business courses and transfer to a university, or move straight into career programs in health, business, performing arts, early childhood education and the social sciences.
The college serves a diverse student body, including many learners from the Lower Mainland and a sizeable international community. Co-operative education and practicum options in many programs give students workplace experience before graduation.
Tuition in CA$, 2026-2027
Students who live in British Columbia apply for student aid through StudentAid BC; students from other provinces apply through their own province’s program. A provincial application also covers the federal Canada Student Grants and Loans.
Douglas College offers its own entrance awards, bursaries and in-course scholarships through its financial aid and awards office.
Tuition for 2026-27 from the school’s own published fees, for a typical two-semester diploma, rounded. Ancillary fees, books and housing are extra. Confirm the current figure on Douglas College’s fee page.
Ask Douglas College about its entrance scholarships and bursaries.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with Douglas College.
Applications to Douglas College go through EducationPlannerBC, British Columbia’s application service.
Most programs require high school graduation with specific courses and minimum grades, and some add English proficiency, portfolios or interviews. Competitive programs such as nursing have extra requirements.
Apply through EducationPlannerBC, British Columbia's application service, by choosing Douglas College and your program. Check program-specific dates, as some fill early.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with Douglas College and EducationPlannerBC.
Douglas College's main campus is in New Westminster, a historic city on the Fraser River with direct SkyTrain access to Vancouver and Surrey. The New Westminster campus sits close to downtown and transit.
Student life centres on clubs, student services and events run through the student union and campus departments. Commuter-friendly campuses and SkyTrain access make it easy to balance study, work and home life.
The Royals compete in the Pacific Western Athletic Association in sports such as basketball and volleyball.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.