Vancouver Island University: Rankings, Fees, Courses, Admission 2025, Scholarships

About Vancouver Island University

A public university in Canada, Vancouver Island University was established in 1969. Since its founding, the institution has continued to serve as a hub for in-depth education. The students of Vancouver Island University are recognised for their contributions to the rich cultural diversity of the campuses. Through involvement in cutting-edge initiatives and workshops around the world, the teachers and students are exposed to a global audience. The Higher Education Academy's 2018 Global Teaching Excellence Award for teaching excellence has named Vancouver Island University as a finalist. Through innovation and social inclusion, the university's main goal is to create a progressive, sustainable global community.

The university's main campus is Nanaimo, which is spread out across 92 acres. The institution also maintains campuses in Powell River and Cowichan. Additionally, the university's Parksville-Qualicum Center is a private study centre. The university's three campuses are spread among three gorgeous coastal towns that are incredibly diverse in terms of their cultures. The campuses have top-notch infrastructure that provides the finest possible learning environment. The campuses are equipped with cutting-edge labs, libraries, art studios, math centres, computer labs, writing centres, and high-speed Wi-Fi. The faculty of Vancouver Island University is quite accomplished. Additionally, renowned academics, researchers, and business professionals are asked to give guest lectures on campus.

Across all fields, Vancouver Island University provides bachelor's, master's, diploma, and certificate programmes. The university's main fields of study include art, design, and performing arts, education, health sciences, humanities, and social sciences, human services, science and technology, business and management, tourism, recreation, and hospitality, trades and applied technology, and cooperative education. In addition, the institution offers programmes in English Language (ESL), Exploratory University Studies (EXPO), Professional Development and Training, and Academic and Career Preparation and High School Equivalency (ABE). Additionally, the university provides a variety of online courses in various subjects and levels.

Vancouver Island University sends its students to a variety of industrial workshops for hands-on training. It also implements projects for skill development to prepare students for cutting-edge technologies. The university also provides career counselling and help with job placement for students. Vancouver Island University is a centre for extracurricular and recreational activities in addition to academics. The campuses have athletic fields, gymnasiums, cafeterias, art galleries, and theatres. The university campuses host a variety of events, such as sporting tournaments, jam sessions, dance contests, stage productions, art exhibitions, and literary festivals. All these activities make sure that students participate across disciplines and foster a sense of teamwork.

Why Vancouver Island University?

More than 2000 international students from more than 85 nations are enrolled at VIU.
16:1 is the student to instructor ratio.
Students' satisfaction with their total education is 92.1 percent.
Students are happy with their academic experiences in 92.8 percent of cases.
offers co-operative education programmes that permit full-time employment and study anywhere in Canada.
has skilled and highly certified instructors teaching small sessions.
offers programmes of a high calibre at an affordable price.

Vancouver Island University Tuition Fees

Courses	Duration	Tuition Fees
Medicine and HealthCare (5 Courses)	2 Year - 4 Year	CAD 16680 - CAD 60465
MBA (3 Courses)	14 Month - 4 Year	CAD 25600 - CAD 48000
Science (15 Courses)	4 year	CAD 15240 - CAD 16680
Arts (40 Courses)	1 Year - 5 Year	CAD 16680 - CAD 25000
Law (3 Courses)	2 Year - 4 Year	CAD 16680
Media Films (5 Courses)	2 Year - 4 Year	CAD 16680
Information Technology (IT) (2 Courses)	2 Year - 4 Year	CAD 16680
Management (4 Courses)	2 Year - 4 Year	CAD 16680 - CAD 25000

Vancouver Island University Entry Requirements

Courses	Exam
Arts	TOEFL , IELTS , PTE
Engineering	TOEFL , IELTS , PTE
Information Technology (IT)	TOEFL , IELTS , PTE
Law	TOEFL , IELTS
Management	TOEFL , IELTS , PTE
MBA	TOEFL , IELTS , PTE
Media Films	TOEFL , IELTS
Medicine and HealthCare	TOEFL , IELTS
Science	TOEFL , IELTS , PTE

Vancouver Island University English Language Proficiency Requirements

One of the following test results must be submitted by international students whose first language is not English to demonstrate their English language proficiency:

Test	Minimum Requirements (Undergraduates)	Minimum Requirements (Graduates)
TOEFL	88 iBT/ 550 PBT	93 iBT
IELTS	6.5	7.0
CAEL	60	70
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English(CPE)	176	185
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English(CAE)	176	185
PTE	60	65
VIU English Language Centre	Successful completion of University Preparation Level	Successful completion of Graduate Preparation Program

Vancouver Island University - Programes

Vancouver Island University Higlight

Year of establishment	1969
Also Known As	VIU
Total International Students	2539
Size of Campus in acres	92
Male/Female Ratio	1.72
Faculty/Student Ratio	16
Endowments Value	Canadian Dollar 26 million
No.of Campuses	3
Yearly Hostel & Meals Expense	9600 CAD

Vancouver Island University Cost of Attendance

The tuition price and living expenses are included in the cost of enrollment at Vancouver Island University. The student's selections will determine how much it will cost to live. All students residing on campus must, however, pay a room fee of 500 CAD and a security deposit of 250 CAD.

Fees	Amount per year (INR)
Tuition and fees (for undergraduates)	13.32 lakhs
Tuition and fees (for graduates)	19.93 lakhs- 38.28 lakhs
Books and supplies	0.48 lakhs- 0.95 lakhs
Residence and meals	8.13 lakhs- 10.52 lakhs
Health and dental insurance	0.82 lakhs
Transportation	0.52 lakhs
Miscellaneous	0.96 lakhs

Know more about Studying in Canada

Tuition Fees in Canada (1st Year Average)	BE / BTech: CA$22,600 \| MBA: CA$25,375 \| MS: CA$17,225 \| BBA: CA$20,560 \| MEng: CA$22,225 \| BSc: CA$20,745 \| MASc: CA$20,375 \| MIM: CA$28,900 \| MA: CA$12,970 \| MFin: CA$32,785 \| BHM: CA$20,560 \| MEM: CA$17,040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada	CA$8890 Per Year
Entrance Exams in Canada	TOEFL: 86 \| IELTS: 6.5 \| PTE: 60 \| GRE: 309 \| GMAT: 560 \| SAT: 1177
Work and Study in Canada	Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Canada	Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Canada	CAD 150
Student Visa in Canada	A Canada student permit is a document issued by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) for international students in Canada. To study in Canada, you will require a student permit, which serves as a student visa.
Intakes in Canada	There are Three Intakes in Canada: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring (May)
Top Job Sectors in Canada	Business Management, Engineering, Economics, Dentisty, Law, Computer Science.
Economy in Canada	GDP Growth of 1.9% (2018) 1.5% (2019e), 10th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal

Vancouver Island University - Average Tuition Fee Per Year
Undergraduate	$ 15,240
Postgraduate	$ 18,510
Cost Per Year
Overall cost of living	$ 12,640
Campus accommodation	$ 7,580
* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.

Vancouver Island University - English score required
IELTS Undergraduate	6.5
IELTS Postgraduate	7.0
TOEFL Undergraduate	60
TOEFL Postgraduate	70
* Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme.

Vancouver Island University - Contact Details
Address
900 Fifth St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5,900 Fifth St 900 Fifth St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5 BC V9R 5S5
Email
worldVIU@viu.ca
Phone
+12507533245